The 308 was a very different sort of Ferrari. It borrowed the Dino’s 2+2 layout but clothed in a crisp Bertone design that cleverly resolved the competing demands of four seats and a mid-engined layout.
Only 547 genuine factory RHD cars were built and this is one of the last, a revised Series 2 car with updated aesthetics. Now finished in classic Rosso Red with a distinctive blue velour interior, it comes to market with a vast history file that includes photographic records of a comprehensive engine rebuild.
The car has been carefully dry stored in recent years and is said to run and drive well, but will need a check over and major service prior to any long drive. Interest in the handsome 308 GT4 is on the rise and this very rare, genuine factory RHD example looks like a good base for investment.
The History and Paperwork
First registered 3rd January 1975
Only eight registered keepers
Factory handbooks, wallet and marketing brochure
Thick history file of invoices, receipts and tax discs dating back to mid 1980s
Photographic record of bodywork restoration and engine rebuild
Dry stored for some time in recent years
Last MOT expired 4th February 2022 with no advisories and 69,290 miles showing on test
Now showing 69,342 miles
Displayed mileage reported to be correct according to seller
VIN number 08954
The Condition
Classic Rosso Red which appears to be an older respray in good overall condition
Some very minor fish eyes on front bonnet as well as some localised areas and repairs to note to paintwork in photographs
Exterior trim in good overall order
Underside presents in good order appearing solid
No structural advisories on last MOT with less than 150 miles covered since
Car has been reportedly dry stored since last MOT test
Retains its correct Dino badging and fitted with ‘Cavalino Rampant’ wing decals
Compomotive 16in split rim bolted five spoke alloys in fair condition
Blue interior with blue velour seats piped with white in good overall condition
Some marks and repairs to trim to note in photographs but overall very presentable
Original and unmodified interior including period radio cassette player (currently not working)
Dashboard in good condition with no cracks according to seller
We are advised of a small crack to passenger rear seat and to the windscreen where the tax disc used to be
Fitted with a 1980s ‘pop up’ glass sunroof
The Mechanics
2.9litre ‘Dino’ V8 engine
Photographic evidence of engine rebuild but date unknown
5spd manual gearbox
Vendor reports that the car starts, runs and stops well
We are told that there is a slight exhaust blow
Dry stored in recent years with very little use so may require check over and servicing
Thick history file of ongoing maintenance shown in photographs
No mechanical or running gear advisories on last MOT test
BEFORE YOU BUY
This sale is subject to the Car & Classic Terms and Conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller which means consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not come into effect. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s own Terms and Conditions..
✓ We request that a non-refundable fee be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence.
✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as being written off as part of an insurance total loss claim at the time an advert is placed on Car & Classic and we helpfully provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) for your assistance. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle’s status and it is always worthwhile carrying out your own full vehicle history check before making an offer on a vehicle.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection
or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes so it’s worth checking beforehand.. If requested, we may refer you to a third-party shipping company who can help. For more details and to speak to the team, email [email protected]
Please see our FAQs
here
and our Terms & Conditions
here
Continue reading
Auction Details
Year1975
Make
Ferrari
Model
308
Colour
Red
Odometer
69,342 Miles
Engine size2900
Seller TypePrivate
Town
Coventry
CountyWest Midlands
Country
United Kingdom
Auction ends
Bidding history
28 Bids
Lovell2••••£28,25001/08/24
Ian B••••£28,00001/08/24
Kanisha••••£27,50001/08/24
Ian B••••£26,00001/08/24
Kanisha••••£25,00001/08/24
Ian B••••£24,00001/08/24
Kanisha••••£23,00001/08/24
Ian B••••£22,00001/08/24
Kanisha••••£20,50001/08/24
tarpanh••••£20,00001/08/24
Kanisha••••£19,00001/08/24
celtict••••£18,00029/07/24
Dino61••••£17,50029/07/24
bas.bou••••£16,50028/07/24
Classic••••£16,25028/07/24
bas.bou••••£16,00028/07/24
sjmille••••£15,75028/07/24
bas.bou••••£15,50028/07/24
sjmille••••£15,25027/07/24
Fastern••••£15,00027/07/24
Dsmy••••£13,75027/07/24
akshay.••••£13,50027/07/24
delobel••••£13,25026/07/24
Jckosmi••••£12,50026/07/24
edmund-••••£12,25026/07/24
k-chaud••••£12,00025/07/24
edmund-••••£10,25025/07/24
jon1lew••••£10,00025/07/24
What are pre-bids?
A pre-bid means you're able to place a bid before the official start of the auction.
You will be notified whether or not you are the highest bidder when the auction starts.
Problem with your bid
Bids are contractually binding. To help protect you, we have some rules in place if we think it's been mistyped. Please check and amend what you have entered.
Buying with Car & Classic
How bidding works
All you need to know about the bidding process on Car & Classic
Five steps to buying
We make it simple and safe to get the classic of your dreams
Shipping & transport
Useful information on collecting your new vehicle
Secure payments
How we protect you and your money, to make C&C the safest place to transact