1980 Ferrari 308 GTSi Base Coupe 2-Door 3.0L

1980 Ferrari 308 GTSi mild project.   Complete but needs reassembly

Bought this car in 2000 from the Chicago area from Private owner.

Three summers ago the water pump failed and I sent it off to Flying Dutchman for a rebuild.   While I was doing that I decided to change timing belts and tensioner bearings for the second time under my ownership.   First time I changed belts and bearings was about 2005.   during that service I only removed the rear cam cover to verify cam timing marks.   This time I removed both front and rear cam covers to verify timing marks.   Front bank marks were slightly off (see pic) so in doing research. I should use a degree wheel to be 100% correct.   Project kind of stalled at that point and car is in the condition it is currently.

Bearings are from T. Rutlands and were purchased in 2003 and not installed until three years ago.   Timing belts were purchased new in 2006 never run on engine.   Fuel pump new in 2006 

Car ran fine prior to water pump failure

Previous owner had just painted the car when I bought it in 2000.   One small rock chip repaired in front nose. one quater sized rust bubble behind drivers side rear tire.   Otherwise. exterior paint is basically flawless.

Interior was changed to synthetic leather and seat pattern changed.   Synthetic leather is far more durable. nbsp;less expensive to reapir and requires less care than real leather. for a better looking interior longer.

Comes with spacer adapters and ASA wheels pictured.   Do not have OEM wheels

Many new coolant and fuel hoses (pics) also have new fuel tank crossover hoses that are compatrible with todays ethanol blended fuels.

A/C has been removed but is included with all brackets and condensor.

Upgraded aluminum radiator with dual electronic aftermarket fan which are adjustable and self controlled (bypassing questionable Ferrari relays)

This car will not win any FCA show awards for originality. but in in very nice cosmetic condition and would make a great entry level car. With many upgrades for drivability and useage.

I can deliver this car to SE Wisconsin area as we will be at the Vintage Racing Event at Road America July 17-21. And will be back at Road America for the Ferrari 50th anniversary event August 1-4.

Car has been in condition pictured for 3 years.   Stored inside

No previous service papers from prior owner.  

Partial to full tool kit with jack

1980 VIN will NOT be recognized by Carfax or similar agency

VIN # 31311 is the second USA production spec 308 GTSi for model year 1980

Please. I do not need silly emails and comments about how the car's interior is not original. how blashpemous it is. etc.   It is what it is and very clean.

Again. not a FCA show winner for origianlity. but a clean slight project to get into the ferrari world.   And easily returned to OEM interior if desired.

308 prices are on the rise. this car can be had for a resonable price.

I had a rough estimate of $4000 from a well respected independant mechanic in the Twin Cities area to complete the belt change and reassemble.   Much less if you know what you are doing and do it yourself.

Want to buy this car?