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1978 Ferrari 308 Gts Base Coupe 2-door 3.0l on 2040-cars

Year:1978 Mileage:24500
Location:

Lubbock, Texas, United States

Lubbock, Texas, United States
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1978 Ferrari 308 GTS

 

Internet Data for Ferrari 308 GTS, model year 1978, North America U.S. version with 2-door targa body type, RWD (rear-wheel drive) and manual 5-speed gearbox. Engine: carbureted (a bank of four twin choke Weber 40 DCNF carburetors) gasoline engine of 179 cubic inch displacement with two belt driven overhead camshafts per bank and advertised power of 240 HP/195 ft-lbs of torque. Dimensions: outside length is 172.4 in, 67.7 in wide and has wheelbase of 92.1 in. The official base curb weight is 3225 lbs. Performance: top speed (152 mph) (theoretical); acceleration 0- 60 mph 6.5 s; 1/4 mile drag time 15s/95 MPH. Fuel consumption and mileage: official: 11/18 mpg (U.S.), average estimated combined driving range: 344 miles.

 

The Ferrari 308 has a steel body with an aluminum front lid and a tubular steel chassis, factory type reference F 106 AS 100. Disc brakes, with independent suspension via wishbones, coil springs, and hydraulic shock absorbers, were provided all round, with front and rear anti roll bars. Factory records show 3219 GTS units built from 1977-1980.

 

The Borrani Wire Wheels as used on other models of Ferrari were on the car when purchased in 1985 and were either a special factory order or installed by the original owner.  Michelin Hydro-Edge P195/70R-14 tires were mounted in March of 2007 and have approximately 8000 miles on them now. The wire wheels do have some noticeable rust on them.

 

Original owner’s manual, tools, jack, Ferrari rain poncho, and service invoices dating from 1985 to present included.

 

In October 2006 there was a complete engine overhaul; new bearings, new cylinder liners, new stainless steel valves installed, rebuilt water pump, resurface flywheel, reman clutch, rebuild carbs, reman axles, and many other parts replaced. New A/C compressor, Dryer, Expansion Valve, and converted to 134a Freon. Converted to single distributor with MSD 6 electronic ignition. Replaced shocks. Rebuilt window motors and regulators, restring window glass. Engine tuned to run on regular gas. Work performed by a Ferrari mechanic in Dallas, contact information provided upon request. The motor runs strong and carries good oil pressure. There are a few small oil leaks of course.

 

The paint is still shiny, with a few small hickeys here and there and the interior looks good; a very presentable, mechanically sound driver. A local experienced mechanic has done some work on the car and can vouch for the current mechanical condition. Contact information on request.

 

I am the third owner of this Ferrari and have had the good fortune to have enjoyed it since 1985. A high school friend of mine was the second owner and we drove the car in Arizona and southern California as well as to Speed Week in Monterey in August several times over an almost 20 year period. I purchased it from him in 2004 shortly before he passed away. It had approximately 13,500 miles at that time and had been sitting for some time; that is why the engine overhaul was done. It has approximately 24,500 miles now. Unfortunately for me getting in and out of the car is becoming problematic so I must find it a new, more limber owner. 

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