The Ferrari 308

The Ferrari 308 is one of the most recognisable Ferraris of the 1970s and 1980s. Introduced in 1975 as the 308 GTB, it combined Pininfarina styling with a mid-mounted V8 engine and quickly became one of Ferrari's most important road cars.

Early 308 GTB models featured lightweight fibreglass bodywork, before Ferrari changed to steel construction in 1977.

The 308 GTS

Later in 1977, Ferrari introduced the 308 GTS, featuring a removable centre roof panel that gave the car an open-air driving experience while retaining its distinctive wedge-shaped design.

The GTS also featured louvred panels behind the doors, adding to its distinctive appearance and helping make it one of the best-known versions of the 308.

Fuel Injection

In 1980, Ferrari introduced the 308 GTBi and GTSi, replacing the earlier carburettors with Bosch K-Jetronic mechanical fuel injection. The new system improved emissions, cold starting and drivability, although power output was reduced compared with the earlier carburetted models.

The 1982 GTSi

This 1982 308 GTSi represents the later two-valve fuel-injected version of the 308, produced shortly before Ferrari introduced the four-valve Quattrovalvole models.

The combination of its Pininfarina styling, mid-mounted V8, removable roof and association with the television series Magnum, P.I. helped make the 308 GTS one of Ferrari's most recognisable road cars.

An Iconic Ferrari

The 308 GTS remains an important part of Ferrari's history, combining Italian styling, mid-engine performance and the practicality of a removable roof. Today, the model is remembered as one of the defining Ferrari sports cars of its era.