1992 Ferrari 330 Noble P4

1967 was a banner year for Ferrari as it introduced the mid-engine 330 P4, a renowned V12 endurance car meant to replace the previous year's P3.

Only four Ferrari P4-engined cars were ever made: one P3/4 and three 330 P4s. Their 3-valve cylinder head was modelled after Italian Grand Prix-winning Formula One cars. To this was added the same fuel injection system from the P3 for an output of up to 450bhp.

Due to the great fame, sleek appearance and absolute rarity of the original design, most of us can only aspire simply to enjoy a hand-crafted and bespoke built P4 replica, similar to the exceptional car offered here.

This Noble P4 - J513 SPG chassis number 053 - was built in 1992 and purchased by the vendors' late father in August of 1995. He was a Design Director of Ford Motor Company. Correspondence and receipts from Neil Foreman, NF Auto Development, indicate that it was upgraded to the latest specification of the time, including wishbones, reinforced chromed steering arms, shock absorbers and springs along with a new radiator and cooling fan during 1998. Sliding side windows were fitted in July 1999 to complete the new build, now sporting a redesigned front end.

The all alloy 2.7 Fuel injected V6 Renault engine, coupled with the 5 speed gearbox provides suitable power for the light weight space frame construction and the upgrades have enhanced the drivability and usability.

Documents show that in 1995 it was purchased with a mileage of 4,595 miles. An invoice from Alan Collins Performance Car Specialist in 1997 then records the mileage at 4,639. It has since been stored privately in Germany for at least the past 10 years and it appears that the odometer stopped working at some point during this period, however, we are informed that it was subject to little use during this time.

A large history file accompanies the car including original build manuals, letters of new part conformity for registration, wiring diagrams and drawings.

Unexpectedly available again it is supplied with a current UK registration document and fresh MOT this real "head turner' is on the button and ready for a new owner to enjoy.