1983 Ferrari 308

Make

Ferrari

Model

308

Year

1983

Listed price

$89,900

Location

Jacksonville, Florida

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

36,999 miles

The Ferrari 308 GTS arrived in 1977, building on the success of the Bertone-designed Dino 206/246 GT and its own Pininfarina-sculpted sibling, the 308 GTB. Initially offered with a fiberglass body – a first for a production Ferrari – the 308 quickly transitioned to steel, becoming an icon of 1970s and '80s automotive design. Its transverse-mounted V8 engine, a configuration shared with the legendary Dino, provided a balance of performance and exotic appeal that cemented its place in popular culture, most notably as the star car of "Magnum, P.I." The "S" in GTS denoted its removable targa top, offering open-air exhilaration, while the ultimate evolution of the series, the Quattrovalvole, introduced in 1982, brought four valves per cylinder, significantly boosting horsepower and refining the driving experience. This 1983 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole represents the pinnacle of the original 308 lineage, benefiting from the enhanced 2.9L V8 engine. With just 36,999 miles on the odometer, this example has been driven and enjoyed, a testament to its enduring appeal and robust design. The manual transmission provides the engaging, tactile driving experience that defines classic Ferrari ownership, allowing the driver to fully exploit the characterful V8. This is an opportunity to acquire a true automotive icon, embodying the spirit of Ferrari's golden era of V8 sports cars.