How much is a Ferrari Dino 246 GT worth in 2026?
Documented every nut and bolt on a 1972 246 GT during a pre-purchase inspection in Berkeley, and what struck me immediately was how complete the concept is — mid-engine DOHC V6, five-speed transaxle, Scaglietti body — all executed before Ferrari had committed to mid-engine road cars as its standard formula. The Dino is not a transitional car. It is a fully realized one.
The Dino Name and Ferrari Lineage
The 246 was never officially badged "Ferrari" — the cars left Maranello wearing only the Dino script, in honor of Enzo's son Alfredo "Dino" Ferrari. Ferrari sold them through Ferrari dealers at Ferrari prices without the Prancing Horse on the nose. The collector market treats them as Ferraris. Ferrari Classiche treats them as Ferraris. The 65-degree DOHC V6 produces 195 hp at 7,600 rpm and sits transversely amidships — a layout Ferrari applied here before any flagship model.
| Variant | Years | Production | 2026 Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dino 246 GT (coupe) | 1969–1974 | ~3,761 | $195,000–$320,000 |
| Dino 246 GTS (targa) | 1972–1974 | ~1,274 | $175,000–$295,000 |
| Dino 206 GT (alloy body) | 1967–1969 | ~152 | $320,000–$600,000+ |
What to Inspect
Critical items: transaxle oil seals (leaks contaminate the clutch), timing chain tensioners at high mileage, rust in the sill sections and behind the rear wheels. The aluminum hood and trunk are expensive to repair correctly. Original Veglia instruments and correct leather are important to period-correct presentation.
"The Dino 246 is the Ferrari that rewards you for engaging with it as a driver first and a collector second. The V6 at the top of its rev range, the transaxle communicating through your right hand — it's a complete driving instrument. The values reflect that the market has finally understood what it bought."
— Emily Chen