Equipment
427/400hp single 4-barrel, 5-speed ZF, Campagnolo wheels, Pirelli tires, Personal woodrim steering wheel, power windows, Becker Europa radio.
Condition
#1 Concours
World-class. Could compete in the world’s best Concours d'Elegance events.
Obviously overshadowed by the prototype also in this auction, but this is still a fantastic and rare 7 litri car with the rare ZF 5-speed. Excellent paint and chrome. The interior looks great, but there are a few popped seams on the transmission tunnel and shifter boot. Light signs of use underneath. There are some flaws in the finish on the trunk lid, which doesn't fit straight. Restored in 2010. A mostly great car let down by a few small details.
Market commentary
Grifos are hardly static automobles with a variety of engines and equipment. They were, however, even in their most basic configurations worthy competitors with Ghiblis and Daytonas and their values today reflect that combination of style and performance. This is without doubt a very good Grifo with the 400hp 427 cubic inch lump under the hood, a ZF 5-speed to back it up and a concours-quality restoration that has little to explain. The result is fair to both the buyer and the seller.