1972
Dino 246 GT
A smaller engine and a different Ferrari-family shape
Colours used
in this example.
Yellow with a black roof sets the tone for this page. Follow the rounded front wings with short overlapping pencil strokes.
Suggested pencil shades, not exact factory paint matches. Test colours on your paper before building richer layers.
Follow the rounded front wings with short overlapping pencil strokes.
Build deeper shadows below the window line while leaving the visible seat tops lighter.
Reserve white for metal highlights. Keep rubber softer and less reflective.
Keep the existing setting quieter than the car and let the glass remain translucent.
Look a little closer.
Explore the details from different angles.
Reference 01
1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GT LM. Comparison photograph: The numbered red car is a competition-modified comparison. The bronze car and other views illustrate colour and shape rather than a verified 1972 chassis. Uncropped web derivative resized and converted to WebP; no colour changes.
Photo: Calreyn88 · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0Reference 02
1972 Ferrari Dino 246 GT HCC23. Comparison photograph: The numbered red car is a competition-modified comparison. The bronze car and other views illustrate colour and shape rather than a verified 1972 chassis. Uncropped web derivative resized and converted to WebP; no colour changes.
Photo: MrWalkr · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0Reference 03
Dino 246 GT (1972) (front three-quarter view) at GLION MUSEUM. Comparison photograph: The numbered red car is a competition-modified comparison. The bronze car and other views illustrate colour and shape rather than a verified 1972 chassis. Uncropped web derivative resized and converted to WebP; no colour changes.
Photo: Aos.1905 · Source · CC BY-SA 4.0Reference 04
Ferrari Dino 246 GT green. Comparison photograph: The numbered red car is a competition-modified comparison. The bronze car and other views illustrate colour and shape rather than a verified 1972 chassis. Uncropped web derivative resized and converted to WebP; no colour changes.
Photo: LSDSL · Source · CC BY-SA 3.0Reference 05
Ferrari 246 GT Dino rear. Comparison photograph: The numbered red car is a competition-modified comparison. The bronze car and other views illustrate colour and shape rather than a verified 1972 chassis. Uncropped web derivative resized and converted to WebP; no colour changes.
Photo: ilikewaffles11 · Source · CC BY 2.0Historical finishes and details
A complete factory colour and trim chart for this selected year and variant has not been verified. The linked model history provides context. Use the gallery for visible materials and shapes, then choose a personal palette. Do not infer original paint codes or optional badges from restored cars.
In the photographs
The photographs show red, dark blue, lime green and bronze. The numbered red car is a competition-modified comparison. The bronze car and other views illustrate colour and shape rather than a verified 1972 chassis. Restored paint and later changes are possible.
In the coloured example
The pencil example uses yellow with a black roof bodywork with black cabin tones. It is a creative colouring guide, not a factory paint match or a recreation of one gallery car.
Make the details count.
Follow the rounded front wings with short overlapping pencil strokes.
Deepen the side air intake gradually while keeping its painted lip bright.
Follow your curiosity.
Model history and further reading.