The Ferrari 212 Inter replaced the 166 and 195 Inter gran turismos in 1951 and was unveiled at the Brussels Motor Show. That same year, two Vignale Coupés took a 1-2 finish at the Carrera Panamericana in Mexico with Taruffi/Chinetti and Ascari/Villoresi. It was also important for the brand because a 212 Inter Cabriolet became the first Ferrari with coachwork by Pinin Farina; Enzo Ferrari and Pinin Farina met halfway between Maranello and Turin for the occasion. The Colombo V12 displaced 2.6 liters and produced 150 PS.
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Technical details
The chassis resembled that of the 125, with double wishbones up front and a live axle at the rear. The 2600 mm wheelbase was 4 inches longer than the 2500 mm wheelbase of the 212 Export. Both models shared the 2.6-liter V12 bored out to 68 mm, displacing 2563 cm³. The Inter produced 150 PS with a single Weber 36DCF, while the Export made 165 PS with three Webers. Improved cylinder heads later added 5 PS.
Coachbuilders
The 212 Inter was built in many body styles. Vignale built the most, with 37 cars: 26 coupés, 5 Berlinettas, 5 cabriolets, and one Spyder. Pinin Farina followed with 17, consisting of 15 coupés and 2 cabriolets; Ghia with 15, including 10 coupés and 4 2+2 coupés. Touring built 6, Ghia-Aigle 2, alongside a Berlinetta by Stabilimenti Farina and a cabriolet by Abbott. The coachwork by Pinin Farina was an important milestone for Ferrari, as Farina's sense of style would give the brand a major boost.
Two custom builds
The 0223EU, featuring the 2.7-liter engine from the 225 S and the long Europa chassis, remained a one-off; its coupé body was built by Vignale to a design by Giovanni Michelotti. The 0253EU also received the triple-carburetor 2.7-liter V12 and was bodied in Superleggera construction as the final Barchetta by Touring. The Ford Motor Company acquired it for Henry Ford II. Today, it resides in the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles.
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Frequently asked questions about the Ferrari 212 Inter
When was the Ferrari 212 Inter built?
The Ferrari 212 Inter was built from 1951 to 1952.
How much power does the Ferrari 212 Inter have?
Power of the Ferrari 212 Inter: 150 PS.
What engine does the Ferrari 212 Inter have?
Engine of the Ferrari 212 Inter: 2.6 l (2563 cm³) Colombo V12. It is mounted at the front.
How many Ferrari 212 Inter were built?
82 units of the Ferrari 212 Inter were built.
Who designed the Ferrari 212 Inter?
Design of the Ferrari 212 Inter: Vignale; Pinin Farina; Ghia; Touring.
What are the predecessor and successor of the Ferrari 212 Inter?
Predecessor: Ferrari 195 Inter. Successor: Ferrari 250 Europa.
