Since coming to the fore in the mid-1950s, one of the key players in the Gran Turismo (GT) class was Ferrari with a succession of 3-litre engined 250 GT models that eventually culminated with the all-conquering 250 GTO in the early 1960s. To answer the ever growing opposition from the Cobras, Ferrari developed three distinct competition versions of the new 275 GTB road car. With all-round independent suspension, it was a superior machine to the 250 GT range it replaced. The final, and third competition model was the 275 GTB/C prepared for the 1966 season. Due to homologation difficulties encountered with an earlier, more extreme 275 GTB 'Competizione', the new racer remained relatively close to the road cars. At least, at first glance. One of the biggest changes was the use of a wafer-thin aluminium skin that would dent by simply leaning on it. In total twelve examples were built and most were raced extensively around the world with considerable success. Among them was a class victory in the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans. After the 275 GTB/C, Ferrari focused on Formula 1 and sports cars. All subsequent GT racers to wear the prancing horse badge were developed and built by third party specialists, making the 275 GTB/C the last in a legendary lineage. Over the years we have captured several of these lovely machines, including the Le Mans winner, in action at a wide variety of events. This has allowed us to present a beautiful 36-shot gallery to illustrate our detailed article.
At the Los Angeles Auto Show later in the month, Subaru will showcase the BRZ Concept-STI. This provides a preview of the top-of-the-range version of the rear-wheel drive sports car that has been jointly developed with Toyota. The production car is expected to finally be revealed at the Tokyo Auto Show in December. The STI version is expected to sport a turbo-charged flat-4 engine that is good for at least 300 bhp.

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1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/C - Images, Specifications and Information

2011 Subaru BRZ Concept-STI - Images, Specifications and Information