A great driving example that has been cosmetically restored and is ready to go on long european trips.
The 308 GTS is a V8 mid-engined, 2-seater sports cars manufactured by the Italian company Ferrari from 1976 to 1985. The 308 was built to replace the Dino 246 GT and GTS. The 308's body was designed by Pininfarina's Leonardo Fioravanti.
The engine was a 3 litre 90 degree V8, with belt-driven twin overhead camshafts per cylinder bank. It was transversely mounted in unit with the transaxle transmission assembly, which was below and to the rear of the engine's sump. All models used a fully synchromeshed 5-speed manual and a clutch-type limited slip differential. Suspension was all-independent.
This example was produced in the last year of development, the GTS is great to drive and is a great balance between open top motoring and comfort, after driving the car many miles, the targa top give adequate protection against the weather, but still achieves that fantastic feeling of an open top sports car. The car offered here is a European Specification late 308GTS that was delivered new in Germany in the colours that it is presented in today.
Recently the car has benefitted from a pristine respray in the original colours and retains its original trim that has been economised, presented in a very nice condition. The cars runs fantastically and has been owned by myself for two years. The car has been used on many long drives and never fails to perform.
To enquire about this car, or for all general enquiries please contact Alex on the number shown below. Alternatively please contact us by email, filling out the form shown and we will respond as soon as possible.
This lovely example retains its tan leather interior which has recently been economised. The oil press raises quickly and the car starts with ease.
The car is fresh from a cosmetic restoration and presents beautifully in black, the car retains its original cast magnesium wheel which were an option from new.
In our mind the Ferrari 308 GTS is the perfect compromise between usability and speed. The targe roof allows for long journeys, made possible without feeling the fatigue of a full open top sports car, whilst giving the same feeling.
In 1958 the all new Aston Martin Db4 was debuted at the London Motor show. The engine was a Tarek Marek design, a 3670CC unit with DOHC , producing 240bhp. Aston Martin employed the famous Italian coach builder Carrozzeria Touring for its Supperleggera lightweight Aluminium body construction.
The DB5 was essentially the next generation of the very successful DB4 with many improvements particularly in power, with the new 4.0 litre version of the Tadek Marek 6 cyl engine developing 280 bhp.
A new 5 speed gearbox and much improved brakes along with many other refinements made this a superb sports car at the time. Introduced in the summer of 1963, only 898 saloon cars and a mere 123 convertibles were built until October 1965, when production was given over to the DB6. The DB5 remains one of the most Iconic sports cars of all time!
