Lot 3066

Auburn Spring 2014

1981 Ferrari 308 GTS

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$42,900 USD | Sold

United States | Auburn, Indiana

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No single car company seems to draw as much attention to the industry as Ferrari. With so many models to choose from, both past and present, it is difficult to determine a favorite. However, it seems that public opinion has labeled which Ferraris are more popular than others. One such example is the Ferrari 308 GTB and GTS series. In the beginning, the 308 GTB debuted at the Paris Salon in October of 1975, bringing forth revolutionary concepts in a design by Pininfarina. The car quickly gathered worldwide attention and North America embraced the import a year later. Although a dormant American market at the time, dealers saw the eye-catching sports car as a revelation. The car’s charming good looks and new 308 engine and gearbox became an overwhelming sales success.

Ferrari debuted the 308 GTS and added more features including a removable Targa-style roof. Such refinements only increased its popularity and by 1980, the car became somewhat of a celebrity icon, making appearances with actor Tom Selleck behind the wheel on the hit television series Magnum P.I. From 1977 to 1985, the Ferrari GTB and GTS models would continue improving quality and horsepower for the American market.

Showing only 25,000 miles, this 308 is the perfect entry into the world of vintage Ferrari ownership. It is offered in outstanding detailed condition with quality paint over steel body panels. The sumptuous leather seat upholstery has minimal wear and the remainder of the compartment is overall excellent and very clean. A factory tool roll can also be found alongside the jack and spare belts. With a five-speed transmission in a Pininfarina-designed sports car, the driver will feel at home on the next Italian concours lawn. Only 12,004 308s were produced from 1975 to 1985, and by any calculation, made for an instantly collectible sports car.