1984 Ferrari 208 Turbo ( LHD)

In 1975 Ferrari introduced a 2.0-litre version of the Dino 308GT4 - the 208GT4 - to take advantage of its home market"s vehicle taxation system. The V8 engine was reduced in bore size to 66.8mm (from 81mm) for a capacity of 1,991cc and produced 170bhp at 7,700rpm, and this downsized unit continue on the successor 208GTB model from 1980, although now with a maximum output of 155bhp. In April 1982, they introduced a significantly more powerful version at the Turin Motor Show - the 208 Turbo - which employed a single KKK turbocharger and Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection. The result of these developments was a dramatic increase in maximum power to 220bhp. This was not far short of the 3.0-litre 308GTB"s 255 horsepower and the figure was further raised to 254bhp in 1986 when the model designation changed to "GTB Turbo". Bodywork changes included five additional cooling slats beneath the front grille and the adoption of NACA ducts ahead of the rear wheel arches. Matt black vents were fitted directly behind the retractable headlights and a full-width vent on the leading edge of the bonnet, while at the rear there was a split bumper with central grille and distinctive quadruple exhaust pipes set in pairs. A total of 437 208 Turbo Coupés and 250 208 Turbo Spyders had been completed by the time of the successor GTB Turbo"s arrival in 1986.

This lovely, left-hand drive, 208 Turbo was purchased new in 1984 in Genoa, Italy by a relative of the previous owner, who managed to persuade him to part with it, and brought it back to UK in 2002. Since then, the Ferrari has had minimal use, spending much of its time in a 'Carcoon', which may explain its splendid, almost 'time-warp' condition. The Rosso Corsa coachwork is very good and the Black, part leather, interior looks particularly fresh. The odometer indicates that the car has covered just short of 33,000 kilometres in the hands of its two owners and it has patently been cossetted during that period. We understand that it had its last regular service on 09/04/2015 but has recently had a cambelt and recommissioning service carried out with four new period Michelin TDX tyres fitted. The vendor informs us that the car is “Running very well, the gearbox and transmission are good and ALL the electrical equipment is working”.

The Ferrari will be accompanied by its current MOT certificate, its original service book & handbook pack, the space saver spare wheel, and original Ferrari tool kit.

This is a superb low mileage, low owner example of a rare car and a great value entry into Ferrari ownership.