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June 12, 2025 | Katherine McDonald
A Rare Alloy Icon: The 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 “Daytona” Berlinetta by Scaglietti Chassis No. 12653
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Rediscovered in Japan after decades in hiding, this alloy-bodied 365 GTB/4 Daytona is now undergoing a meticulous restoration by Bacchelli & Villa and Ferrari Classiche—marking the return of a truly historic, matching-numbers Ferrari icon.
Katherine McDonald
June 12, 2025
Among the most coveted variants of the legendary Ferrari 365 GTB/4 “Daytona,” the full-aluminum Alloy Berlinetta stands in a league of its own. Unlike standard Daytonas—which featured alloy only for the hoods and doors—this rare example is bodied entirely in aluminum by Scaglietti, making it one of just a handful ever built.
Originally owned by Mr. Conti, the longtime editor of AutoSprint and a close friend of Enzo Ferrari himself, this particular Daytona holds deep historical resonance. After disappearing from public view, the car was rediscovered in Japan as a true barn find—still dusty and untouched. Its striking patina was showcased during the 2018 Rétromobile show in Paris, where it appeared on the Bacchelli & Villa and Ferrari Classiche stand in its unrestored condition.
Images Courtesy of RM Sotheby's | Chassis No. 12653 when discovered in Japan after being hidden for nearly 40 years
The car later made headlines when it crossed the block at RM Sotheby’s during Ferrari’s 70th Anniversary auction in Maranello, achieving a record-breaking sale price of €1,807,000.
Restoration duties for the body were entrusted to Bacchelli & Villa, chosen by Ferrari Classiche and the current owner for their craftsmanship and historic expertise. The car’s alloy body was painstakingly preserved and restored without compromising originality. Mechanical restoration and final assembly are currently underway at Ferrari Classiche, who will also handle the car’s electrics and interior.
Chassis No. 12653 at Bacchelli & Villa
This exceptional Daytona is more than just rare—it’s a deeply storied artifact of Ferrari history, reunited with the experts who preserve the marque’s most important icons.
