Vehicle Description
Perhaps one of the most recognisable designs ever penned for
Ferrari by Pininfarina is that of the 308. It was different from
Ferrari's first two-seat, mid-engined road car, the 246 Dino, as
its design was angular, sharp and more forward thinking.
Nevertheless, the 308 was an instant hit and it came to define late
'70s and early '80s sports cars. As successful as the 308 was,
Ferrari's engineers found ways to refine its design and mechanics
without losing the flair that defined it. What emerged was a car
that was improved in every aspect, a car that could stand tall
amongst its siblings; that car was the 328. It exhibited several
subtle differences from its predecessor, including moulded bumpers,
a slightly smaller front grill and a roof spoiler. Pininfarina's
designers also smoothed out the shape of the body to make it appear
slightly less aggressive overall. Inside, Ferrari introduced new
and more supportive seats and refined ergonomics with improved
general quality to make the car's driving experience more
intuitive. Mechanically, overall capacity was raised to 3186cc
through increasing the bore and stroke which helped to bring
maximum horsepower to 270 at 7000rpm. It could also reach a top
speed of 160mph and travel from 0-60 in a brisk 5.5 seconds.
Originally registered in Belgium in 1987 and finished in the
classic Ferrari Rosso Corsa with Crema leather interior, this
example presents in excellent condition throughout. The highly
respected Dick Lovett Ferrari has recently completed an in-depth
service including a brake fluid change, new handbrake cables,
timing belts and new air condition belts. Gaskets have been
replacement including rear rocker cover, sum and transmission sump;
even the windscreen washer jet system has been cleaned through. New
wiper blades and number plate bulbs have been fitted and it has
recently passed its MoT test with no advisories. Well looked after
and in fine condition, this classic 80's Ferrari is ready for some
enjoyment. It should be noted that this evocative example is one of
the desirable pre-ABS model, more visceral and far more desirable
than its later siblings. For sale by auction on Saturday 23
September 2017 with Historics at Brooklands, Brooklands Motor
Racing Circuit, Weybridge, Surrey, Call 01753 639170
