Description
The Ferrari 308 was Ferrari’s best selling variant with a manufacturing range from 1975 to 1985 totalling circa 12,149 cars. The Quattrovalvole (QV) variant had 3,042 cars manufactrued between 1982 and 1985 of which only 233 were made in right hand drive.Powered by a mid engined 2.9 litre V8, with 4 vales per cylinder and using the reliable Bosch K-Jetronic mechanical fuel injection system the 308 produced 240bhp mated to the iconic dog leg 5 speed gated gear box. The GTS (Gran Turismo Spider) has a removable, grained satin black roof that can be stowed behind the seats providing the benefit of open top or coupe styling. The main differences between the QV model and previous models are front louvered panel on the front lid to aid radiator cooling, updated radiator Grille and rectangular driving Lights, electronically operated mirrors with a small enamel Ferrari badge.
This matching numbers 1985 model benefitted from some major changes to the earlier 308 variants with
fuel injected four valve engine
the Zincrox (galvanised) steel panels
lighter clutch and longer reach gear lever
16”x 7 front and rear wheels
Original OE wheels with forged magnesium and correct Ferrari and Cromodor & magnesio markings
Our customers Azzurro Metallic is a 1985 UK registered GTSi QV and believed to be 1 of 3 in this special optioned colour – hence a very rare car. Having travelled 46,500 miles with just 5 owners and a service and maintenance history reaching back to 1988 supported by detailed invoices and MOT records, making this car an exceptional find.
The car presents in excellent condition with bright paintwork and a lovely interior. Externally the car has the aforementioned rare Azzurro Metallic paintwork over original 16”x7” wheels. Internally the leather seats, carpets and dashboard are in excellent condition. Mechanically the car drives very well supporting the low mileage and strong service history. Further details on our website: www.jasmine-porschalink.co.uk