Vehicle Description
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS CAR IS NOT FOR SALE IN CALIFORNIA DUE TO SMOG
EMMISIONS - OUT OF STATE OR DEALERS ONLYWest Coast Classics are
proud to present an exceptional condition example of this 1979
Ferrari 308 GTSi Spyder in the beautiful and highly desirable color
combination of original factory 'Rossa Corsa' Ferrari red exterior
paint with tan leather seats interior - 1 of only 3,219 models
built during a 6 year build by Ferrari for these early carburetor
models from 1975-80. Most desirable 3.0L carbureted V8 engine with
4 Weber twin-choke downdraft carburetors matched to gated 5 spd
manual trans, PS, power 4 wheel disc brakes, PW, tinted glass amp;
removable Targa roof!The original factory 'Rossa Corsa' paint is in
good condition with only very minor imperfections noticable upon
close inspection. The tan leather interior is in very good
condition also. We purchased the car as is without records or
service history but the car drives well and must be driven and seen
to be fully appreciated. We recently serviced the car at a renown
European independent specialist here in Los Angeles, CA who
completed a compression check showing all 8 cylinders strong with
psi readings between 175-185 and who replaced the water pump and
installed 2 new timing belts and tensioners (see attached photos of
service receipts below). The engine is extremely strong and the
clutch has a very smooth transmission shift. Inspections are
welcomed and indeed encouraged as per our terms of sale.Beautiful
mid V8 replacement for the V6 Dino 246GT and unveiled in Paris in
1975. Chassis and drivetrain from the Dino/Ferrari 308GT4 2+2 of
1973. Initially only a closed coupe GTB was available until the
Targa style GTS with louvered rear side windows and removable roof
panel was added to in 1977. Both models had the original 4 Weber
carbs replaced with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection in 1981 due to
emissions requirements.This is the legendary desirable 4 Weber
gorgeous Pininfarina designed mid-engine Spyder convertible 2 door
coupe bodystyle for the ultimate exhilirating driving experience
with standard racing pattern gated 5 speed manual transmission in
this most striking and classic of color combinations!
