Boy from Oz Posted September 21, 2013 Share Posted September 21, 2013 I also have the seat trims. I didn't like the colour all that much when I first saw them in the GTOs (see photo #1) but the more I thought about it the more I got used to it. Unfortunate, as they will be the last item to be done on the project, I won't be in a position to fit them for some time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokyo Drftr Posted September 23, 2013 Share Posted September 23, 2013 i'm going to get rid of the dash as well, if anyone is interested. I will build my own instead of cutting this one up. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomoHawk Posted September 29, 2013 Share Posted September 29, 2013 Hiya mate, Don't forget the cardboard paper on the floor, for the authenticity. I need a set of the driving lamps for the kit, what can you suggest? cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokyo Drftr Posted September 30, 2013 Share Posted September 30, 2013 (edited) The square lights? I have a set of KC lights that came with the kit. I can give you the part number Edited September 30, 2013 by Tokyo Drftr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokyo Drftr Posted October 6, 2013 Share Posted October 6, 2013 if anyone is interested. I maybe selling my project car. I just picked up another project and i need the room and time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fauxre Posted October 12, 2013 Share Posted October 12, 2013 (edited) For those scoring at home... http://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/motoramic/ferrari-250-gto-sells-52-million-latest-world-191041604.html Edited October 12, 2013 by Fauxre Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomoHawk Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 Hiya mates, I'd like to ask about the front turn signal and tail lamps for the GTO conversion. Real GTO lamps are rare and expensive, but vintage Lucas ones are not. Would you please tell me the exact diameter? I have a set of (MGA?) lamps but the black boot holding the lens looks odd. I'd like a set of Lucas lamps, but they look like different diameters, and eBay sellers tell you "about 2 3/4 inches" is the exact diameter. cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomoHawk Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 The square lights? I have a set of KC lights that came with the kit. I can give you the part number Yes, My kit had no lamps, so I need everything. I'm referring to the two clear rectangular driving lamps on the nose. I'd appreciate the information, and if you can a little description of how they were installed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomoHawk Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 For those scoring at home... http://autos.yahoo.com/blogs/motoramic/ferrari-250-gto-sells-52-million-latest-world-191041604.html I didn't see the serial number mentioned. If you know the number, you can look up the car's history, so see what events it was in, and why it is so valuable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fauxre Posted October 14, 2013 Share Posted October 14, 2013 The article says that this one bears the chassis number 5111 and won the 1963 Tour de France road race with Jean Guichet at the helm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomoHawk Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 (edited) To add to that from my GTO book: It was the final GTO with the 1962-style body. Purchased on 6. Sept. 1962, it was painted Rosso Cina (China Red) and was LHD. It finished second in the Tour in 1964 (same drivers), and was featured in a a British magazine that compared it to the Pontiac GTO. It was recorded competing in various rallyes and hillclimbs, and had only one recorded accident during competition. So why was it so valuable, besides it was the last of the '62 bodies with a '63 chassis? Staring in 1964, the GTO bodies were noticeably different, so that might be the reason. Edited February 25, 2014 by TomoHawk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boy from Oz Posted October 15, 2013 Share Posted October 15, 2013 .., besides it was the last of the '62 bodies ... There is still one under construction! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fauxre Posted October 16, 2013 Share Posted October 16, 2013 Yes, My kit had no lamps, so I need everything. I'm referring to the two clear rectangular driving lamps on the nose. I'd appreciate the information, and if you can a little description of how they were installed. These are what I used. http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/detail/BLZ0/DF1073KB/N0393.oap?ck=Search_N0393_-1_-1&pt=N0393&ppt=C0335 Not a perfect fit, but I don't mind the chrome bezel sticking out a little bit. Installation was pretty simple. I drilled a hole in the center of the molded mounting bucket for the wiring, then using just the lamp and front bezel as a template I drilled the two holes for the mounting screws. Secured it all with a couple lock nuts. To make it all fit snug, I cut a couple of gaskets from a sheet of cork to go between the bulb and fiberglass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomoHawk Posted October 22, 2013 Share Posted October 22, 2013 (edited) Thanks for the information. I have a set of 55W driving lamp now, and they don't really help. IMO, you need at least 100 watts. Edited October 22, 2013 by TomoHawk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
78Z/250GTO Posted October 23, 2013 Share Posted October 23, 2013 For those looking for other than original rear lamps. Take a look at factory five racings web site. The rear lights from their cobra roadster are close also look at austin healy 3000 1965 they are also close to the ferrari tail lamps. JIm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedRacer Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 FYI - Here is a list of all the 33 250 Ferrari GTO's as well as pictures and their history. http://www.barchetta.cc/All.Ferraris/by-serial-number/ferrari-by-serial-number/model-index-60-64/model-summary/250-gto-index/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomoHawk Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Thanks for the tip, 78Z/250. The red brake lamps would be fine, and the price is not bad, but you can't get amber lenses, and you still need something else for the front turn signals. What are you using for the fronts? I looked into some vintage-style Lucas lamps, but they are just a few millimeter to big to fit the front holes. Right now I have a set of old MG lamps, but I don't like the rubber boots they use to hold the lenses on. They look too fiddly or weak. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boy from Oz Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Rosso Cina I have researched this (on the web) until I can research no more. None of the following should be taken as absolute fact. - In 1962 Ferraris were most likely painted with a product supplied by Italver, Duco (DuPont), Max Meyer or Salchi - Cars bodied by Pininfarina used Italver or Max Meyer - Cars bodies by Scaglietti (incl. 250 GTO) used Salchi - Ferrari ‘Rosso Cina’ code is 20.456 S – ‘S’ for Salchi? - PPG (Du Pont) bought Italver and Glidden bought Salchi - later PPG bought Glidden and Salchi - FIAT/Lancia offered products in a colour titled ‘Rosso Cina’ in the 1960s - Alfa Romeo had a ‘Rosso Cina’ (AF 521) in 1968-73 AF521 is the colour I have chosen for my car and I had a sample sprayed on a spare panel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokyo Drftr Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 Decided to keep my project. Going fire it up tomorrow and drive it. Started building lexan sliding side windows. Hope to throw some paint on it in a few weeks. Before my wife gets here. Then I won't have any time for awhile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boy from Oz Posted November 16, 2013 Share Posted November 16, 2013 .... Started building lexan sliding side windows.... I'd be interested to see some photo of how you are going about it as I intend to do the same shortly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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