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The targa topped 308 GTS was introduced in 1977 and was made famous on the television series Magnum. P. I. . Several cars were used. a new one for each season. most being auctioned off after filming. The first was a 1979 model with chassis number 28251.

The mechanically similar 308 GT4 shared much with the original Dino. and the 308. Both sit on the same tube-frame platform. with a 2. 40 mm (92 in) wheelbase for the 308 GTB (the 308 GT4 has a longer wheelbase. being a 2+2). and 4-wheel double wishbone independent suspension. The V8 engine is a DOHC design. with four Weber 40DCNF carburetors. European versions produced 255 hp SAE(190 kW) at 6600 rpm (7700 rpm redline). but American versions were down to 240 hp SAE(178 kW) at 6. 00 rpm due to emissions control devices.

 

The 308 GTB/GTS Quattrovalvole. with a removable targa roof. was presented at the 1982 Paris Salon and succeeded the 308 GTBi/GTSi. The Quattrovalvole part of the model name referred to the four valves per cylinder heads on the engine. which provided increased power over the preceding model. Visually the new model was very similar to the outgoing one. but could be recognized by the addition of a slim louvre panel in the front lid to aid radiator exhaust air exit. paired electrically operated door mirrors with a small enamel Ferrari badge on the shell. a revised radiator grille with rectangular driving lights at the extremities. and rectangular (instead of round)side repeater lights. The interior also received some minor alterations. and cloth seat centres became available as an option to the standard full leather. while the leather rim satin black three spoke steering wheel featured a triangulated section around the horn push. The removable grained satin black finished roof panel was stowed in a vinyl cover behind the seats when not in use. As with the preceding series of 308 models. USA market cars could be identified by heavier bumper assemblies. and rectangular side marker lights on the wings. Options available were metallic paint. a deep front spoiler. air conditioning. wider wheels. 16 inch Speedline wheels with Pirelli P7 tyres. and a rear of roof satin black finished aerofoil (standard on Japanese market models). I believe the model you are looking for is a Euro due to the chrome tipped tail pipes.

 

Manufacturer Ferrari Model GTS 308 Type Coupe Doors 2 Number of Seats 2 Colour Black Steering Wheel Left-hand drive Mileage 42141 Miles First Registration Date 1978 Model Year 1978 Condition Used Previous Owners  3 known Engine Size (in ccm) 2. 26 Transmission Manual Fuel Petrol Emission class --

 

240 hp for Euro and 235 hp for U. S. Different gear ratios for US to aid in emissions. Lighter. small front bumper that follows the hood line on Euro vs. 2. 5 mph impact bumper that is extended. Lighter. small rear bumper on Euro vs. impact bumper with spacer on U. S. Exposed dual tip muffler on Euro vs. black muffler cover with catalytic converter on U. S. Vitaloni style outside mirrors on Euro vs. larger “flag” type mirrors on U. S. Small round front side marker light with no rear side lights vs. larger rectangular front and red rear side marker lights. “fasten seat belt” warning light U. S. spec. Driving lights in front grill in Euro spec for Flash passing. (a Euro thing) Space saver spare tire in Euro. full size spare in U. S. Rear engine cover top has only a left and right grill vents where U. S. has “U” shaped grill. Weight of Euro spec lower because of not having door beams and larger bumpers.

 

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