26-Years-Owned 1982 Ferrari 512 BBi
Presentation
This 1982 Ferrari 512 BBi is one of 1,007 fuel-injected examples produced over a four-year production run. Chassis 42769 was imported to the US in August 1982 before being acquired by the current owner in April 2000 and later underwent an engine-out service in April 2023. The car is finished in Rosso Corsa over Beige leather and is powered by a 4.9-liter F110A flat-12 linked with a five-speed manual transaxle and a limited-slip differential. It rides on center-lock metric five-spoke wheels and features a front lip spoiler and a high-mount rear wing along with pop-up headlights coupled with fog lights. Inside, Daytona-style seats are accompanied by a Nardi steering wheel and a gated shifter as well as Borletti air conditioning and an Alpine CD stereo. This 512 BBi is now offered on dealer consignment in Douglassville, Pennsylvania, with an owner’s manual, import documents, a temporary spare, a jack bag, and a clean New York State title listing the car as a 1983 model.
The Berlinetta Boxer model was styled by Pininfarina’s Leonardo Fioravanti and was introduced at the 1971 Turin Auto Show. The car features a steel-paneled cabin section paired with a tubular chassis. Aluminum is incorporated for the front and rear clamshells and door panels, while the lower panels are fiberglass. The 512 BBi variant was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1981. The cars were not officially offered in the US, though some were imported and federalized in-period via the gray market.
This example is finished in Rosso Corsa and features a body-color front lip spoiler, high-mount rear wing, and intake covers. Pop-up headlights are paired with fog lights up front, and further details include an aluminum hood grille, door-mounted mirrors, NACA side ducts, and quad exhaust outlets. Various exterior imperfections are pointed out in the walkaround video below.
Center-lock 415mm five-spoke wheels are mounted with 240/55 Michelin TRX tires. The 512 BBi features a fully independent suspension with unequal-length double wishbones, anti-roll bars fore and aft, and Koni shocks all around with a double coilover setup out back. Stopping power is provided by ventilated discs at all four corners.
The cabin features Daytona-style seats upholstered in Beige leather, along with a color-coordinated center console and door panels. An Alpine CDM-7836 stereo is installed in the dash, and further amenities include Borletti air conditioning as well as power windows and retractable shoulder belts.
The Ferrari-stamped Nardi steering wheel is accompanied by a dogleg-pattern gated shifter as well as drilled aluminum pedals below. Veglia instrumentation consists of a speedometer, a tachometer with a 7k-rpm redline, and auxiliary readouts for coolant temperature and oil pressure in the cluster flanked by a clock and gauges for oil temperature, amperage, and fuel level on either side. The selling dealer notes that a 200-mph speedometer face was installed, though the odometer reads in kilometers. The five-digit odometer shows 12k kilometers (~7k miles).
Seller Video
Bids & Comments
E-TypeOTS 0
Oct 20, 2026 · 17:07
These are for car guys, not the art and wine collectors who are driving up so many other models. Smaller buyer pool
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 17:06
Yikes! Not the result we were expecting! Will send you an offer now if not it will be listed on our website shortly. @Lewl I strongly believe our offer is in line with market!
Oct 20, 2026 · 17:06
I didn’t want to say anything until the auction is over so as to not affect it. Did anyone else notice the opening bid of $250,000 being a little bit odd?
Oct 20, 2026 · 17:05
Yup,a bit light
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 17:04
lets go! lets go! lets go!
Oct 20, 2026 · 17:03
TWOOOOOO MINUTES!!!!
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 17:01
Here we go!
Cream of the crop, and Ferrari Excellence!
LETS GO!
Cream of the crop, and Ferrari Excellence!
LETS GO!
LewL
Bid
Oct 20, 2026 · 17:01
Bid in the amount of $255,000
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:55
Agreed, we are here to sell and would love to put this in a loving new home!
DO not hesitate and bid away!
DO not hesitate and bid away!
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:54
i have an 83. it is the most under appreciated ferrari out there.
it should be valued at twice this price imo.
it should be valued at twice this price imo.
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:42
Lets have an auction everyone - this is an incredibly rare opportunity and I believe this is easily one of the best remaining!
- FULL Engine-out service performed in April 2023
- Long time Collector ownership
Easily one of the MOST beautiful cars around, please dig deep and bid with confidence, examples like this will be near impossible to obtain in NO TIME!
Best of luck to all!
- FULL Engine-out service performed in April 2023
- Long time Collector ownership
Easily one of the MOST beautiful cars around, please dig deep and bid with confidence, examples like this will be near impossible to obtain in NO TIME!
Best of luck to all!
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:41
These cars are '70's and '80's Supercars. Yet are easy to get in and out of, have great vision while driving, have a wonderful supple ride, and are fast enough to keep up with not only daily traffic but also any Ferrari club tour you might undertake. They are a true GT car.
Plus the music of the flat 12 engine. Sublime.
Plus the music of the flat 12 engine. Sublime.
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:40
I have an 84’ and love it.
Amazing to drive as well
Nothing like a Flat 12 strapped to the back of your seat screaming at 8k RPM
I recently put mine back to 100% factory spec
This example is a amazing and a priceless piece of history for sure
Amazing to drive as well
Nothing like a Flat 12 strapped to the back of your seat screaming at 8k RPM
I recently put mine back to 100% factory spec
This example is a amazing and a priceless piece of history for sure
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:36
What spectacular cars, and this one certainly checks all the boxes. The injection is simple and reliable. The recent service means you can drive it right away. In comparison, they're "big" cars, but they don't drive that way. I took one to a Ferrari Club event a couple decades ago and my lady, after driving her first few laps, was ecstatic. She has good taste. Auto Palace was front and center in the heyday of the grey market at that time, when quite a few 400i's and BBi's made it over here. I serviced a few, one of which is still owned after thirty years by the same guy. They inspire loyalty and part of that is that they're darned easy to live with, especially for what was, at the time, one of the fastest cars in the world. GLWTA. It's still at a reasonable price, for sure.
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:35
What spectacular cars, and this one certainly checks all the boxes. The injection is simple and reliable. The recent service means you can drive it right away. In comparison, they're "big" cars, but they don't drive that way. I took one to a Ferrari Club event a couple decades ago and my lady, after driving her first few laps, was ecstatic. She has good taste. Auto Palace was front and center in the heyday of the grey market at that time, when quite a few 400i's and BBi's made it over here. I serviced a few, one of which is still owned after thirty years by the same guy. They inspire loyalty and part of that is that they're darned way to live with for what was, at the time, one of the fastest cars in the world. GLWTA. It's still at a reasonable price, for sure.
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:25
Endless positives to note for a car like this!
Thank you everyone for sharing some great info, personal anecdotes, and experiences!
Thank you everyone for sharing some great info, personal anecdotes, and experiences!
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:12
Reposting--Elvidio Grande of Auto Palace in Pittsburgh PA did the EPA/DOT conversion on this car. He performed a dozen for me between 1982-1984.
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:09
Yes, Elvidio Grande of Auto Palace in Pittsburgh, PA performed the EPA/DOT conversion on this car. He did a dozen conversions for me between 1982 and 1985.
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:04
Ferrari 512! LETS GOOOOOOOOOO!!
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:03
AN HOUR REMAINING!
Lets get this Collector LOW MILES PIECE of FERRARI history to a new home!
Good luck to everyone, do not hesitate, 26 year COLLECTOR OWNERSHIP!
Lets get this Collector LOW MILES PIECE of FERRARI history to a new home!
Good luck to everyone, do not hesitate, 26 year COLLECTOR OWNERSHIP!
Oct 20, 2026 · 16:02
This is the next ferrari to surge in value Solid investment
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 15:37
26 years OWNED and LOVED!
Good luck everyone and bid with 100% confidence, this is ITALIAN EXCELLENCE!
Good luck everyone and bid with 100% confidence, this is ITALIAN EXCELLENCE!
Oct 20, 2026 · 15:35
Actually, the grill (in the front bonnet) is anodized aluminum having a semi-matt finish except for the top of each slat--it is bright aluminum in those areas. Would be hard to restore...
@ChicagoGas, the Amerispec confusion may come from photos 309/310, R. Merritt has signed them, and an Amerispec fax stamp is also included. These date from 11/9/1999.
The original EPA paperwork (photo 307) provides a certification test date of 1/27/83 and in the "Modifications Performed By" section provides Grande Auto as the company that performed the EPA work.
Perhaps @stiffarm can confirm that?
@ChicagoGas, the Amerispec confusion may come from photos 309/310, R. Merritt has signed them, and an Amerispec fax stamp is also included. These date from 11/9/1999.
The original EPA paperwork (photo 307) provides a certification test date of 1/27/83 and in the "Modifications Performed By" section provides Grande Auto as the company that performed the EPA work.
Perhaps @stiffarm can confirm that?
Oct 20, 2026 · 15:34
what is incorrect however is the body paint on the covers in the rear - they should be satin black
Oct 20, 2026 · 15:24
@DFND110DC the grill is blank aluminum. not painted at all. this is factory correct
jwester1215
Bid
Oct 20, 2026 · 14:57
Bid in the amount of $251,000
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 14:22
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 12:59
GOOD LUCK TODAY AND THANK YOU!
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 12:55
FINAL DAY on this 26-Years-Owned 1982 Ferrari 512 BBi!
- 4.9L FLAT-12
- GATED FIVE-SPEED
- ICONIC Berlinetta Boxer design.
- 26 YEARS WITH ONE OWNER.
- Rosso Corsa X Beige leather
- FULL Engine-out service performed in April 2023
- 7,000 ORIGINAL MILES
The 512 BBi represents a very special chapter in Ferrari history. Analog, dramatic, and unapologetically Italian. Only 1,007 fuel-injected examples were produced, and long-term ownership like this adds another layer to the story.
BID WITH CONFIDENCE TODAY!
- 4.9L FLAT-12
- GATED FIVE-SPEED
- ICONIC Berlinetta Boxer design.
- 26 YEARS WITH ONE OWNER.
- Rosso Corsa X Beige leather
- FULL Engine-out service performed in April 2023
- 7,000 ORIGINAL MILES
The 512 BBi represents a very special chapter in Ferrari history. Analog, dramatic, and unapologetically Italian. Only 1,007 fuel-injected examples were produced, and long-term ownership like this adds another layer to the story.
BID WITH CONFIDENCE TODAY!
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 12:54
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 12:53
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 12:52
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 12:52
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 12:51
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 20, 2026 · 12:51
Oct 20, 2026 · 12:33
Ferrari newbie, but have to ask why are the vents on the hood white and not painted red to match the body?
Oct 20, 2026 · 10:25
Very nice Boxer..My father owned an 84' (51339) that he purchased with less than 1000 km back in 1985. It was federalized by Amerispec. To meet the bumper requirments they added a 1/4" to 3/8' thick flat metal bar across the front and back bumpers..Actually not too bad looking. I still have the original headlight bulbs, seat belt latches, and a few odds& ends..The car is long gone but the memories never fade..This is a very nice low mileage example..GLWS
Oct 20, 2026 · 02:09
One of my all time favorite Ferrari models! This is a beautiful example of an awesome vehicle! GLWTA!!! 🏁🏁🏁
Oct 19, 2026 · 18:37
@ Chicago gas
Thank you correct info 🌞
Thank you correct info 🌞
Oct 19, 2026 · 18:08
@904CarreraGTS
This car was not Federalized by Dick Fritz’s Amerispec Corporation. You can see that by just looking at the visible modifications to the car or photos of EPA/DOT documentation in the photo gallery. Amerispec cars were not modified the way this car has been. I own an Amerispec 1984 512BBi and have assembled a ton of period Amerispec import documentation through the years.
Additionally, the 512 BB, (and the 365 GT4/BB before that) were Federalized without removing their factory equipped carburetors and replacing them with an injection system.
GLWTA
This car was not Federalized by Dick Fritz’s Amerispec Corporation. You can see that by just looking at the visible modifications to the car or photos of EPA/DOT documentation in the photo gallery. Amerispec cars were not modified the way this car has been. I own an Amerispec 1984 512BBi and have assembled a ton of period Amerispec import documentation through the years.
Additionally, the 512 BB, (and the 365 GT4/BB before that) were Federalized without removing their factory equipped carburetors and replacing them with an injection system.
GLWTA
Oct 19, 2026 · 18:06
This car was not Federalized by Dick Fritz’s Amerispec Corporation. You can see that by just looking at the visible modifications to the car or photos of EPA/DOT documentation in the photo gallery. Amerispec cars were not modified the way this car has been. I own an Amerispec 1984 512BBi and have assembled a ton of period Amerispec import documentation through the years.
Additionally, the 512 BB, (and the 365 GT4/BB before that) were Federalized without removing their factory equipped carburetors and replacing them with an injection system.
GLWTA
Additionally, the 512 BB, (and the 365 GT4/BB before that) were Federalized without removing their factory equipped carburetors and replacing them with an injection system.
GLWTA
Oct 19, 2026 · 18:05
@904CarreraGTS
This car is not Federalized Dick Fritz’s Amerispec Corporation. You can see that by just looking at the visible modifications to the car or photos of EPA/DOT documentation in the photo gallery. Amerispec cars were not modified the way this car has been. I own an Amerispec 1984 512BBi and have assembled a ton of period Amerispec import documentation through the years.
Additionally, the 512 BB, (and the 365 GT4/BB before that) were Federalized without removing their factory equipped carburetors and replacing them with an injection system.
GLWTA
This car is not Federalized Dick Fritz’s Amerispec Corporation. You can see that by just looking at the visible modifications to the car or photos of EPA/DOT documentation in the photo gallery. Amerispec cars were not modified the way this car has been. I own an Amerispec 1984 512BBi and have assembled a ton of period Amerispec import documentation through the years.
Additionally, the 512 BB, (and the 365 GT4/BB before that) were Federalized without removing their factory equipped carburetors and replacing them with an injection system.
GLWTA
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 19, 2026 · 13:46
From what I have been told: The additional gauge is a fuel pressure gauge, which was likely installed to allow the driver to monitor fuel pressure. The 512 BBi uses Bosch K-Jetronic mechanical fuel injection, a system that relies on proper fuel pressure for correct operation. The gauge provides a convenient way to keep an eye on fuel pressure, which is an important parameter when monitoring the health of the fuel delivery system.
This is a collectors PIECE, let have an AUCTION, and get some bids rolling!
This is a collectors PIECE, let have an AUCTION, and get some bids rolling!
Oct 19, 2026 · 12:22
@LewL No answer on the extra gauge. I zoomed in a couple of the photos and it appears to be a fuel pressure gauge. Confirmation would be appreciated.
Fuel tanks were never replaced during federalization so there is no reason for an additional fuel gauge.
Fuel tanks were never replaced during federalization so there is no reason for an additional fuel gauge.
Oct 19, 2026 · 03:08
Was the question about the extra gauge to the left of the steering wheel answered? Was it for an auxiliary fuel tank?
Oct 19, 2026 · 00:24
Yes, you are correct i stands for injection but I was mistaken 1980 was the last year for carburetors after that the factory put on Bosch K injection or also known as CIS but the grey market carburetor cars that came to this country via Gray market went to a company called Amerispec and were modified to the CIS system to pass EPA
Oct 18, 2026 · 18:47
@904CarreraGTS
I am not an expert…but I am 99% sure that all of the ‘83’s are BBi and the I stands for a fuel injected car.
I am not an expert…but I am 99% sure that all of the ‘83’s are BBi and the I stands for a fuel injected car.
Oct 18, 2026 · 14:59
Correct me if I’m wrong, but this is a Amerispec car that was modified with the fuel injection. Yes, it is a gray market car, but but when it came to this country from Ferrari, it had carburetors on it and then they went through a company called Amerispec that put the fuel injection on it so it would pass EPA.
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 17, 2026 · 17:47
We do not have any photos at the moment of the tool kit thats strapped to the frunk. But it is complete, to the best of our knowledge
Oct 17, 2026 · 02:46
@TJP512 I think Ferrari 512s had to have a different fuel tank installed in order to pass EPA regulations.
Oct 16, 2026 · 21:21
Still would like to see the exact contents of both tool kits please. These are high value items and matter to the value of the car. Also, what is the small aftermarket gauge to the left of the steering column and below the speedometer? It appears to be a secondary fuel gauge but why the redundancy?
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 16, 2026 · 16:37
@TJP512 the leather bag in photo #303 is a jack and unfortunately we do not have any photos at the moment of the tool kit thats strapped to the frunk. But it is complete, to the best of our knowledge.
Oct 16, 2026 · 16:10
Hi, can you post photos of the contents of the two tools kits please.
Oct 16, 2026 · 03:32
Sammy Hagar, as usual, was right about the 512BB.
Oct 15, 2026 · 10:50
@collectibleclassics (the Seller). Apologizes for the double posts, but I realized that I had a typo in your name in my earlier @ response and I wanted to make sure that you saw this. I have left messages (voicemail and email) from the contact info on your website about a PPI or seeing the car in person. I am less than 30 miles from you. Could you please let me (and anyone who is following) if and how a PPI or an in person visit can be made. Thanks.
Oct 15, 2026 · 07:22
This has to be one of the most beautiful cars ever created, in line with the 288’s
Oct 15, 2026 · 02:38
Gorgeous car, good luck.
Oct 15, 2026 · 01:02
@collectableclassics - what is your email address? I didn’t see it on your website.
Oct 15, 2026 · 00:23
@collectablelcassics Thanks. I have called and left messages. I will send an email.
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 14, 2026 · 22:41
@LewL Please reach out to us via email or call our office. We'd be happy to help.
Oct 14, 2026 · 09:56
Could a PPI be arranged?
Oct 14, 2026 · 05:08
This appears to represent the correct ride height from the factory, which has puzzled me most of my existence.
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 14, 2026 · 04:38
Hello, welcome to another day of this lovely auction! @Fynmere Thank you for the comment and question about ride height. The suspension is 100% OEM. From every example we have seen plus other examples online, this is the correct wheel well gap for this vehicle. Best,
Ethan
CC
Ethan
CC
Collectibleclassics (The Seller)
Oct 13, 2026 · 13:20
Good AFTERNOON everyone! Some history and details on this Ferrari 512 BBi
This vehicle was owned by a collector for the last 25 years. You can see the collection it came out of in this video below. https://youtu.be/SrMPDiDBbe4?is=WAdnODixQd0TA0sc
In the last few years his ferrari tech has completed
- Engine out service
– Belts
– Bearing idlers
– Fluids
– Brake
– Oil
– Trans fluid
- Coolant
- Accelerator cable
It has always been stored in a climate controlled environment and has never seen in climate weather! This one runs and drives superbly and would be a great addition to anyones collection. Best of luck to all!
This vehicle was owned by a collector for the last 25 years. You can see the collection it came out of in this video below. https://youtu.be/SrMPDiDBbe4?is=WAdnODixQd0TA0sc
In the last few years his ferrari tech has completed
- Engine out service
– Belts
– Bearing idlers
– Fluids
– Brake
– Oil
– Trans fluid
- Coolant
- Accelerator cable
It has always been stored in a climate controlled environment and has never seen in climate weather! This one runs and drives superbly and would be a great addition to anyones collection. Best of luck to all!
Oct 13, 2026 · 06:42
i have a similar car...only owned by me for 25 years however. they do take hold of your identity then you become a "boxer owner". i hope it brings the money i think it should!
Oct 13, 2026 · 05:15
We had one show up at our local C&C Saturday. Interesting discussion as to why they called it a Berlinetta BOXER when it doesn't have a Boxer engine configuration. We didn't come to any conclusions - maybe someone here knows. Fantastic car nonetheless - best of luck.
Oct 12, 2026 · 22:33
I live nearby and would like to stop by to see the car in person.
Oct 12, 2026 · 22:32
I live nearby and would like to come see the car in person.
Oct 12, 2026 · 11:43
I procured this BBi from Jacques Swaters of Garage Francorchamps in Brussels for my friend Ben Magee of Mobile, AL to import in 1982, as I did many more until the 1985 Testarossa ended the practice. I have copies of the documents available.
Oct 12, 2026 · 10:19
I also have an original parts catalogue and service time schedule catalogue, not reprints. Sales brochures.
Oct 12, 2026 · 10:16
Hey new owner, I have a Pioneer radio, tool pouch part # 119445- light beige leather,tool kit part t#106876, octagonal spin off wrench part #111139,jack part #106530, light kit part # 101522, battery carrying straps part # 105694, Cibie driving lamps.
Oct 11, 2026 · 19:31
I have to ask: why is the rear wheel arch clearance and rear ride height (vs front) so distinctly high? It most certainly does not match the front, so was maybe this was some intentional positive rake? I've seen a lot of Boxers (and driven a few) and none have visually been so pronounced.
Oct 11, 2026 · 13:48
A divine and very fine Ferrari 512 BBi. Exquisite example - GLWTA!
Oct 11, 2026 · 06:05
Stunning - makes you look at the new Ferraris and wonder how they got so far from this - amazing condition and very well cared for - perfect color combo - not too many around like this
Oct 11, 2026 · 05:01
In 44 years there’s only 7000 miles that have been put on this gorgeous Boxer Berlinetta, simply sensational! Bellissima! Best wishes.
TeslaJames
Bid
Oct 11, 2026 · 02:56
Bid in the amount of $250,000
Oct 11, 2026 · 02:53
What a beauty, I’m guessing $350k-$400k. I just accepted one in far worse condition for $200k. GLHF!!!
KWRB
Bid
Oct 11, 2026 · 02:46
Bid in the amount of $1,000
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