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ATS 2500 GT

1963 — Italy

Muscle Era (1960-1974)Sports CarItalianV8 EngineUnder 100 ProducedInvestment GradeMillion Dollar ClubLimited ProductionDesign IconsFailed Automotive StartupsItalian ExoticsSwinging Sixties
Engine2,467 cc V8 DOHC
Power245 hp
Torque181 lb-ft
Transmission5-speed manual
DrivetrainRWD
Body StyleCoupe
Weight2,094 lbs
0–60 mph6.8 sec
Top Speed152 mph
Production12 units
BrakesDisc / Disc
SuspensionIndependent, coil springs, wishbones / Independent, coil springs, wishbones

ATS 2500 GT

Founded by Count Giovanni Volpi and staffed by ex-Ferrari engineers including Carlo Chiti, ATS aimed to challenge Ferrari. The 2500 GT featured an advanced lightweight V8 and tubular chassis, but financial troubles limited production to just 12 units before the company folded in 1964.

$800,000 – $1,500,000