Ferrari 166 Inter

The Ferrari 166 Inter, produced from 1948 to 1950, was Ferrari's first grand tourer and an evolution of the 125 S and 166 S race cars. Designed as a street sports car with coachbuilt bodies, it commemorated the racing victories of the 166 S models by Scuderia Inter, leading to 38 units being built. The 166 Inter shared its Aurelio Lampredi-designed tube frame and suspension with the 125 S and 166 S, and was replaced by the 195 Inter in 1950. Debuting at the 1949 Paris Motor Show, the 166 Inter was an elegant coupé designed by Carrozzeria Touring of Milan. It marked the first Ferrari model to be purchased for road use. Customers received a bare chassis to be finished by their chosen coachbuilder, with most opting for Touring in coupé or barchetta styles. Other coachbuilders included Carrozzeria Ghia, Stabilimenti Farina, Bertone, and Vignale, each contributing unique designs. The 166 Inter retained the 2.0 L Colombo-designed V12 engine from the 166 S, with a wheelbase that eventually extended from 2,420 mm to 2,620 mm. The car produced 90 PS at 5600 rpm with one carburetor, reaching a top speed of 150 km/h.