1983 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole

1983 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole Here is your chance to enter the wonderful world of Ferrari ownership. and further. with the quintessential Italian sports car: A Russo Red on Tan Ferrari 308 GTS. Priced for a quick sale to make room for a new acquisition. this striking 1983 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole is currently preserved by a well-known Southern California collector from a previous owner who cared for the car since March of 1991 In 1982 Ferrari began fighting back against the rising emissions laws that caused a dramatic decrease in power on previous model year 308s. This 1983 example has the Quattrovalvole motor that produces 232 hp and still was able to meet the stringent emissions regulations. The four-valve-per-cylinder head design gives this 2. 9 Liter mid-mounted V8 a distinctive and pleasing thrum. especially past 5000 RPM. With the controllable power curve. this is the perfect exotic car for the aficionado that enjoys reaching into a motors power potential. the way it was meant to. without having to rent out a racetrack. With just over 50. 00 original and well-documented miles this Ferrari has been meticulously maintained from day one. The engine compartment is extremely clean and well cared for. Recent major maintenance included the necessary timing belt replacement. accessory belts. fluids and all filters was over $9400 in parts and labor. With this work completed the lucky new owner won’t have to worry about major scheduled maintenance costs for years to come. Extremely hard to find and factory correct TRX tires are mounted on the original wheels. Having spent its lifetime garaged in Southern California. and part of the same collection for over 20 years. there is no rust to speak of and the paint is clean and extremely glossy. A European market front air damn is installed to give this 308 a bit of character without compromising its quality with non-OEM parts. The interior shows extremely well. There are small signs of light usage but the type of wear indicative of less than half the vehicle mileage. There are extra black and tan logo floor mats included. but they have not been used much. Everything inside works perfectly and there are few things more enjoyable than operating the proper Ferrari gated shifter. This iconic Ferrari 308 is an exceptional example of what is already a classic. but is rapidly becoming the sought after collectors item that it has always deserved to be. The new steward of this Italian masterpiece will benefit from its extraordinary maintenance history. breathtaking driving characteristics. and rising values for years to come. Don’t let this one pass you by. it is one of the very few extremely clean examples left that you have heard collectors refer to for years. Vehicle is listed for sale locally so I reserve the right to end the auction at any time for a local salePersonalized plates are not included in the sale. and vehicle is sold AS IS. WHERE IS. with no warranties expressed or implied.