1978 Ferrari 312 T3 #034
SPECIFICATIONS
- MakeFerrari
- Model312 T3
- Year1978
- Serial #034
- First OwnerSEFAC
- Current LocationEngland
We are pleased to offer 1978 Ferrari 312 T3 s/n 034, the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix winner driven by Gilles Villeneuve. Needless to say this is the most significant Ferrari in Canadian racing history. T3 s/n 034 also has a very extensive race history with Gilles Villeneuve including the Long Beach GP (DNFed); Monaco GP (DNFed); Belgium GP (4th); Spanish GP (10th); Swedish GP (10th); British GP (DNFed); Austrian GP (3rd); Dutch GP (6th); Italian GP (7th); US GP East (DNFed); the win at the Canadian GP on 08 Oct., 1978 and the Brazilian GP (5th). It has been with one owner since 1985 and hasn’t been offered since 1985.
The 312 T series was designed by Mauro Forghieri for the 1975 season and was the weapon of choice for SEFAC Ferrari from 1975 until 1980. It and was an uncomplicated and clean design that was continually evolved with ongoing mechanical upgrades. The 312 T3 featured the same mid-engine 180 degree flat twelve with four valves per cylinder, iron cylinder liners, four main bearings that had been updated and improved since 1970, albeit tuned to give 515 bhp @ 12,200 rpm. The 312T series won twenty-seven races, four constructors’ and brought Ferrari three drivers’ championships.
The T3 chassis was completely new with a total weight of 598 k or 1315 lbs and featured a new monocoque structure and a different suspension arrangement designed to work with the Michelin tires. The bodywork was visibly very different, with a flatter top to the body, allowing improved air flow to the rear wing. 1978 Ferrari 312 T3 s/n 034 was completely rebuilt by the F1 department at Ferrari SEFAC 1994-1995.
1978 Ferrari 312 T3 s/n 034, the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix winner driven by Gilles Villeneuve. The most significant Ferrari in Canadian racing history. T3 s/n 034 has a very extensive race history with Gilles Villeneuve including the Long Beach GP; Monaco GP; Belgium GP: Spanish GP; Swedish GP; British GP; Austrian GP; Dutch GP; Italian GP; US GP East; the win at the Canadian GP on 08 Oct., 1978 and the Brazilian GP. It has been with one owner since 1985 and hasn’t been offered since 1985.
Designed by Mauro Forghieri and was the weapon of choice for SEFAC Ferrari from 1975 until 1980. The 312 T3 featured a mid-engine 180 degree flat twelve with four valves per cylinder, iron cylinder liners, four main bearings tuned to give 515 bhp @ 12,200 rpm. The 312T series won twenty-seven races, four constructors’ and brought Ferrari three drivers’ championships. 312 T3 s/n 034 was completely rebuilt by the F1 department at Ferrari SEFAC 1994-1995.
1978, 02 Apr., at the U.S. West GP, Long Beach, DNF due to accident, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 07 May, at the Monaco GP, DNF due to accident, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 21 May, at the Belgian GP, 4th, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 04 June, at the Spanish GP, 10th, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 17 June, at the Swedish GP, 9th, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 16 July, at the British GP, DNF due to drive shaft, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 13 Aug., at the Austrian GP, 3rd, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 27 Aug., at the Dutch GP, 6th, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 10 Sept.,at the Italian GP, 7th, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 01 Oct., at the U.S. East GP, DNF due to engine, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1978, 08 Oct., at the Canadian GP, 1st, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
1979, 04 Feb., at the Brazilian GP, 5th, G. Villeneuve. Race #12.
Sold to UK collector Michael F. Vernon of Acton Trussell, Staffordshire. Michael Vernon’s collection focused on single seaters and he owned a remarkable collection of F1 Ferraris between the 1970s and the late 1980s.
To Don Walker, Dallas, Texas.
1985, January, sold to Nick Mason, drummer for Pink Floyd, (GB). During the early part of Nick Mason’s ownership, the car was loaned for a display in Canada.
Restored by Bob Houghton Ferrari in the 1980s.
1987, 04 Oct., displayed at Ferrari Club Italia Meet, Imola, Italy.
1989, 1-10 Dec., 22nd International Motor Show, Essen, Germany.
1992, 25-26 July, Ferrari Owner’s Club meet, Silverstone, England, Nick Mason.
1994, 20-21 June, at the Festival of Speed, Goodwood.
1994, 21 June, damaged hitting hay bales at Goodwood, driven by Mike Wilds.
1994-1995, completely rebuilt by Ferrari SEFAC.
1997, 25-27 July, Coys International Historic Festival, Silverstone, Nick Mason.
1999, 18-20 June, Goodwood Festival of Speed, Nick Mason.
2007, 16-25 Feb., shown at Retromobile.
2007, at the International Motor Show, Essen, Germany.
2012, 06-10 Feb., shown at Retromobile.
2012, 29 Feb., listed and offered by Mike Sheehan’s www.Ferraris-online.com
2012, 05 Mar., sold by Mike Sheehan’s www.Ferraris-online.com to a Canadian client.
