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Mid-Engine Revolution · 1972–1974

Dino 246 GTS

Engine
V6
Displacement
2.418 L
Power
195 hp
Gearbox / layout
5MT / MR
Weight
1,100 kg
Top speed
235 km/h

Profile & significance

Targa-roof derivative of the 246 GT, retaining the 2.418-liter/195-hp V6 and five-speed. Approximately 1,274. Current market roughly $400,000–$650,000, with rare options/condition pushing higher . Same corrosion, cooling, ignition and suspension-bushing concerns as the GT. 365 GT4 2+2 — 1972–1976. Angular Pininfarina four-seat GT that established the body architecture continued through the 400 and 412. 4.390-liter V12 ≈340 hp, five-speed; around 524. Current range roughly $90,000–$180,000. Six-carb synchronization, hydraulic self-leveling suspension, cooling and interior restoration dominate costs.

Talking points

  • Targa-roof derivative of the 246 GT, retaining the 2.418-liter/195-hp V6 and five-speed.
  • Current market roughly $400,000–$650,000, with rare options/condition pushing higher .
  • Same corrosion, cooling, ignition and suspension-bushing concerns as the GT. 365 GT4 2+2 — 1972–1976.
  • Angular Pininfarina four-seat GT that established the body architecture continued through the 400 and 412. 4.390-liter V12 ≈340 hp, five-speed; around 524.
  • Current range roughly $90,000–$180,000.
  • Six-carb synchronization, hydraulic self-leveling suspension, cooling and interior restoration dominate costs.

Raw archive entry

Dino 246 GTS 2.418L V6 195 5MT / MR ≈1,100 ≈235 ≈1,274