Description
We proudly present this stunning Ferrari 308 GTB, Finished in Rosso Chiaro with contrasting Biege/ Black Leather interior. This car has undergone a comprehensive restoration using renowned Ferrari Specialists who are Experts in cars of this era.
One of 211 RHD cars ordered by Maranello Concessionaires September 1979 in Rosso Chiaro, with Beige hide and red carpets.
Factory optional specification include :
Deep front spoiler
wide wheels
Air conditioning.
The car was registered on 1st August 1980 by Ferrari historian Tony Willis, the then GM of Ferrari dealership Coopers of Leicester as their demo car.
Overview of Ferrari 308 and recent restoration works
The car has undergone a full mechanical and body restoration concluded late 2020 by a leading Ferrari specialist, including engine, suspension, interior & glass out repaint. The majority of the car was taken back to bare metal. All chassis, brakes and suspension parts were completely rebuilt and re finished, all seals and bushings renewed. Both radiators were re-cored and all hoses renewed, together with a huge amount of detailed work to all components of the car. All five mag-alloy Cromadora wheels were blasted and renovated correctly, and shod with new Michelin XWX tyres and the correct OE tyre valves.
The engine and gearbox were removed and given a thorough health check, vapour blast clean and cam belt change along with a new alternator. Cam clearances were adjusted and new set of shims fitted. New engine and gearbox gaskets were fitted. A new AP clutch was fitted, and engine seals including crank seal were replaced. All 9 water hoses and hose clamps replaced, all belts were renewed along with all the engine high voltage electrics such as coils, distributor splitters and modules. A thorough clean of bellhousing, sandwich plate and drop gear housing was done along with stone mating of all contact surfaces. All chassis parts such as steering rack and suspension were stripped apart, refinished and rebuilt with new seals, rubbers and springs.
The interior was refreshed with new factory pattern red carpets in exact colour match to original, beautifully retrimmed steering wheel & centre console and all leather was renovated and preserved giving the interior a perfect and original finish.
Where parts needed replacing, only original NOS or refurbished Ferrari parts were used and the car is now 100% complete and correct down to the finest detail including all new rubber seals from the original manufacturer in Italy.
Full detailed invoicing of all work done are in the file, including a photographic hardback book showing the extent of the work.
Both original & complete tool kits are present, including the inspection lamp, fuse/ bulb pot, spare N-7Y plugs and belts. The original book pouch with stamped service book, owner’s manual and dealer book, along with some Ferrari 308 brochures are with the car.
The car has 59600 miles, with a substantial history folder packed with MOT’s, service stamps and invoices for works carried out throughout the life of the car..
The car has completed a handful of dry shakedown miles since restoration and drives superbly and sounds fantastic.
This 308GTB was intended for long term ownership, but change of plans means it is now available for sale presenting a rare opportunity to own a properly prepared and preserved dry sump / carburettor car with a fantastic history file.
Please call for more information on this stunning 308 GTB.
