The Ferrari 308 was a replacement for the successful 246 Dino line. It sported a Pininfarina-styled body that was available in only a GTB coupe early on; in 1977, Ferrari introduced the GTS model. The āSā signifying Spider, in this case in a targa top form. Its iconic wedge-shaped body lines were designed by Leonardo Fioravanti who famously penned the 365 GTB/4 Daytona and 246 Dino. It quickly won over many enthusiasts for both its looks and performance. Often associated with the TV show Magnum, P.I., as the 308 GTS played a starring role in the series, capturing the hearts of many as it chased down criminals on the islands of Hawaii with actor Tom Selleck behind the wheel.
Powering this Ferrari 308 GTS is a carbureted 2.9-liter, 237-hp eight-cylinder engine; a top speed of approximately 156 miles per hour was proven in various road tests. Shifting gears for this sports car is a five-speed manual transaxle. The paint is finished elegantly in Rosso Dino with a matching tan leather interior. This reported 24,101 mile, original Ferrari has only had one owner and is equipped with air conditioning and an AM/FM radio.
Ferrari went on to produce fuel-injected 308ās making the GTSi, GTBi available starting in 1980, and the Quatrovolve, in 1983. Total production numbers for all variation were 12,149 in a span of ten years, 1975 to 1985. The 308 GTS proved to be the more popular variant of the 308 model, with a total of 3,219 examples manufactured.