1988 Ferrari 328 GTS

New V5 has been applied for with DVLA has not arrived to date, is expected imminently

UK-supplied, right-hand drive, Spider with V5c, decent history file and recent MoT Rare and beautiful colour combination of Blue Chiaro and a Light Grey interior Service and cambelt replacement, July 2019 Fitted with unblemished split-rim 288 GTO-design alloys Delightfully presented and well maintained indicating 63000 warranted miles The Ferrari 328 GTS and GTB made their worldwide debut at the 1985 Frankfurt Motor Show and its styling was an obvious evolution of the Ferrari 308 series, however, Pininfarina's Leonardo Fioravanti had softened his previous design and it still remained a popular choice with the Ferrari aficionados. Another significant difference over the Ferrari 308 is the use of galvanized steel, which greatly reduces potential rust problems compared to its forebear. Under the engine cover is the same transversely-mounted, fuel-injected V8 from the Ferrari 308 Quattrovalvole, with an increase in displacement. By increasing both bore and stroke, the 'quattrovalvole's capacity was raised to 3,186cc which, together with a higher compression ratio, revised pistons, and an improved Marelli engine management system, lifted maximum power to 270bhp at 7,000rpm. Top speed was raised to within a whisker of 160mph (258km/h) with 0-60mph being achieved in 5.5 seconds. Beneath the skin, the tubular steel chassis remained much as before, with all-round independent suspension by double wishbones, four-wheel servo-assisted disc brakes, and aluminium-alloy wheels, though the latter were increased in size. The interior too had come in for subtle revision and now featured improved instruments, switchgear, and heating. While the 328 GTS was a runaway commercial success for Ferrari, the number of RHD cars built was less than 10% of the production run. This particular Ferrari 328 GTS is one of just 250 right-hand-drive models without ABS. The lovely Spider (Targa top) is presented in the incredibly rare combination of 'clear blue' (Blu Chiaro) with a contrasting light grey hide and dark blue carpets. We understand there are fewer than 15 right-hand-drive examples of the 328 GTS in this particular colour combination. Additionally, this car also features split-rim alloy wheels, a fitment usually reserved for its 'bigger brother' the exclusive 288 GTO. It has recently benefitted from new tyres all round, brake discs and pads, and a suspension service including springs and shock absorbers. Furthermore, our vendor has commissioned Keys Motorsport to carry out the next scheduled service and cam belt replacement prior to the sale. The car is accompanied by an extensive history file including service invoices and previous MoTs etc. The 328 GTS is a wonderful classic Ferrari, eminently usable and yet offers genuinely impressive performance. This is an opportunity not to be missed - a rare RHD Blue Chiaro example that has been professionally prepared for its next custodian and is guided at a very attractive price level.