1974 Ferrari Dino 246 GTS: Viola

The separation angle of the cylinder banks on this V6 is 65 degrees, increased from 60 degrees on prior engines. This is discussed 5:09 in the video. The motivation for this change is unclear. What say you, members of the ‘hive mind’ that is Petrolicious? Opening up the cylinder banks a little provides more room for the manifold. Does this make the engine ‘package envelop’ more compact? That might be a motivation. The exhaust ports get tilted down, easing the first bend radius on the exhaust headers slightly, making that bend run cooler. What were they seeking?

Not much to say here: She gets it. She knows it. She loves it. It’s long been my favorite Ferrari, even though you won’t find that name anywhere on the body. Well-done, again.

I enjoyed this film very much. Love it all, the classy Lady, the beautiful Dino and the Cotswolds (AONB)

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CiCi is one cool young lady…

I don’t mean to be disrespectful but I’ve never met (generally speaking) or known anyone quite like this woman portrayed here. A car lover and intelligent. And she has a background in physics! We could discuss Heisenberg’s theories all day and her not stare at me like I have a third eye growing out of my forehead.

One of the best yet. Love to hear more about the rest of the garage!

Petrolicious, where do you get these gems?! The car and it’s elegant owner who gets it so perfectly? Cars are metal – you ding them, you fixed them! -That’s it!

Btw, I think it’s the first time I’ve seen anyone driving a classic Ferrari through mud and (very) dirty water!

Please, continue!

Lovely very well informed enthusiast & great car. Really enjoyed watching!

Very impressive. Thank you.

A little too much about the woman,

You mean 1974 rather than 1964 in the title.

“Cars are meant to be driven.”

Amen, sister.