1983 Ferrari Berlinetta Boxer (BB) 512i BB

KEY FACTS This Ferrari 512 BBi is a charismatic and highly sought-after flat-12-powered mid-engined supercar, representing the final evolution of Ferrari’s Berlinetta Boxer lineage. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.9-litre flat-12 engine, driving the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission. This left-hand drive example is understood to be a European-specification model, which was then imported into the US shortly after it was built. Noted to have been first registered in April 1983, it was imported into the UK and first registered with the DVLA in November 2017. The odometer indicates 14,858 km, though this is not warranted. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES The 512 BBi introduced Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, improving usability and reliability over the earlier carburetted Berlinetta Boxer models, while retaining the dramatic styling and flat-12 character. This 512 BBi is finished in the timeless shade of Nero, over a matching Nero leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by silver and chrome trim. It rides on a set of 16-inch (415mm) five-spoke alloy wheels finished in silver with chrome hubcaps, fitted with Michelin TRX tyres. Equipment includes pop-up headlights, a top-tinted windscreen, a Momo steering wheel, a Pioneer cassette stereo with equaliser controls, electric windows, Veglia Borletti gauges, and air conditioning. The car has been modified, including the fitment of a new left-hand-drive steering rack to address play in the track rod end. It will be supplied with a jack, the owner’s manuals in a Ferrari-branded wallet, the V5C, two keys, a black leather DK Engineering-branded document folder, and a collection of maintenance invoices. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 12 August 2022 at an indicated 13,759 km, which resulted in a second-time pass with an advisory for slight oil leaks from the engine and gearbox, but not excessive. SERVICE HISTORY This