Ferrari 365 GT Parts & Accessories

Ferrari 365 GT Parts & Accessories

The Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 was Ferrari's grand touring flagship for 1968 through 1970, combining Pininfarina's elegant four-passenger coachwork with the 4.4-liter Colombo V12 that produced 320 horsepower and provided effortless long-distance grand touring performance across Europe's motorways and mountain roads. The 365 GT 2+2 introduced self-leveling rear suspension, power steering, and air conditioning as standard equipment, making it one of the most technologically advanced road cars of its era and one of the most luxurious Ferraris of the 1960s. Owners and restorers of these cars encounter a parts landscape shaped by the car's relative rarity and the age of its comfort-focused systems, which require specialized knowledge to source and restore correctly. The self-leveling rear suspension, hydraulic power steering, and early air conditioning systems each have their own service requirements beyond the standard mechanical needs of the V12 drivetrain.

Popular Upgrades

Weber 40 DCZ or 38 DCL carburetor rebuild kits, valve cover gaskets, and ignition hardware are the foundation of routine engine maintenance for the 365 GT's 4.4-liter V12. Self-leveling rear suspension components including hydraulic fluid, leveling valve rebuild kits, and rear strut components are specific to the 365 GT 2+2 and require knowledgeable sourcing. Power steering rack seals, fluid, and pump components support the hydraulic steering system that is unique among 1960s Ferraris. Brake hardware including master cylinder rebuild kits, caliper seals, and period-correct Ferodo pads keep the Dunlop disc system operating at the standard the V12 demands.

Performance and Handling

The 365 GT 2+2 was never intended to be a sports car in the same sense as the contemporary 275 GTB or Dino 206 GT, prioritizing high-speed straight-line stability, refined ride quality, and occupant comfort over maximum lateral grip. The self-leveling rear suspension maintains consistent ride height regardless of passenger and luggage load, which was a genuine engineering achievement for 1968 and remains functional when properly maintained with correct fluid and components. Refreshing the front and rear suspension geometry with new bushings and correct alignment settings preserves the comfortable, predictable character that made the 365 GT 2+2 the preferred choice for long-distance drivers who wanted Ferrari performance with four-seat practicality. The V12's torque and power delivery make sustained high-speed cruising effortless in a way that four-cylinder and six-cylinder grand tourers of the era could not match.

How does the self-leveling suspension on the Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 work?

The rear self-leveling system uses a hydraulic strut arrangement connected to a load-sensing valve that monitors rear ride height and adjusts hydraulic pressure to the rear struts to maintain a consistent level attitude regardless of passenger and cargo weight. The system uses its own hydraulic fluid circuit separate from the power steering, and both systems require periodic fluid inspection and replacement to maintain correct operation. When the self-leveling system fails, the rear of the car sits lower under load and the ride quality degrades, and restoration of correct function requires sourcing the relatively scarce leveling valve and strut components that were specific to this model.

What makes the Ferrari 365 GT 2+2 challenging to maintain?

The combination of the self-leveling rear suspension, power steering, and early air conditioning system means the 365 GT 2+2 has three additional hydraulic or mechanical systems beyond the standard V12 drivetrain that require specialized knowledge and parts sourcing. The power steering rack seals and fluid circuit components are aged and difficult to source, and rebuilding specialists who understand the Cam Gears power steering unit fitted to these cars are relatively rare. Air conditioning compressor service and recharging for the R12 refrigerant system requires attention to the current regulations around refrigerant handling, which varies by region.

Why These Parts Fit Right

Parts in this collection are cataloged for the Ferrari 365 GT 2+2's unique combination of self-leveling rear suspension, power steering, and 4.4-liter V12 drivetrain. Fitment notes help owners identify which components are specific to this model and which are shared with other 365-designation Ferraris. Orders ship quickly from available inventory to keep your restoration or maintenance project moving forward.

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