ONLY 16,551 ORIGINAL MILES!
1 OF 2,185 BUILT
OVER $18K SPENT DURING RECENT ENGINE-OUT SERVICE
DESIRABLE COLOR COMBINATION
DETAILED SERVICE RECORDS DATING BACK TO THE MID-1980’S
ONE OF THE LAST YEARS FOR WEBER CARBURETORS
5-SPEED MANUAL GEARBOX
INCLUDES BOOKS, SERVICE RECORDS, TOOLS, EXTRA KEYS, AND WEBER
CARBURETOR TUNING GUIDE
OPTIONS INCLUDE:
FACTORY AIR CONDITIONING
POWER WINDOWS
4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES
CAMPAGNOLO ALLOY WHEELS
SPECTACULAR CONDITION!
Ferrari introduced the stunningly beautiful 308GTS at the Paris
Motor Show in 1975 which marked a return to Pininfarina styling
following the Bertone-designed Dino 308GT4. Badged as a ‘proper’
Ferrari rather than a Dino, the newcomer had changed little
mechanically apart from a reduction in both wheelbase and weight,
retaining its predecessor’s underpinnings and transversely mounted
3-litre quad-cam engine. This superbly engineered power unit
produced 255bhp, an output good enough to propel the 308GTS to a
top speed of 150mph. Bodies were initially constructed in
fiberglass, which was the first time this material had been used
for a production Ferrari, but the switch was made to steel bodywork
after April 1977. Further developments included the introduction of
an open-top GTS version with a Targa-style removable roof. 1979 was
the last year that Ferrari offered carbureted motorcars with their
distinctive burbling sound and much higher horsepower than the
fuel-injected models which followed in 1980, but not before 2,185
steel-bodied, carburated 308GTS's were produced.
The example offered here is finished in classic Rosso Corsa Red
with an impeccably-kept tan leather interior and Daytona Black
accents. With only 16,551 miles, it is an extraordinary original
survivor that still retains its original tools and owners manual.
Careful examination of this motorcar reveals details that are
unique to an original car that cannot be replicated by restoration.
It is a prime candidate for Ferrari Classiche certification and all
classes of Concours competition including Preservation Class.
Detailed service records accompany this car including an $18K
invoice which documents a recent complete engine-out service during
May 2015. This service inspection included a cam belt change, new
belt tensioners and valve adjustment. This is arguably the best
example of a Ferrari 308GTS to be found on the market today and
we’re proud to offer this investment-grade GTS to the most astute
collector or enthusiast who demands the best. Ready to make an
investment that you can actually enjoy? According to Motortrend,
the classic car market has recently shown more growth than hedge
funds with projected returns of 161% after five years and a
whopping 467% after a decade. Please contact one of our expert
sales consultants at (314)291-7000 or [email protected] for more
information. They will be happy to give you a complete walk-around,
supply you with a more detailed description, and answer any
questions that you may have. Buy with confidence.
Trades welcome! Financing available!
