1978 Ferrari 308 GTS

Lot Number: 779

1978 Ferrari 308 GTS

Not fired up since emerging from long-term storage. An exciting Ferrari project on offer at No Reserve.

  • Sold for: £50,625

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 24th September, 2022 at 11.00am BST at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Rosso Corsa

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    DPJ 695T

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    7640 Miles

SUMMARY

Not fired up since emerging from long-term storage. An exciting Ferrari project on offer at No Reserve.

DESCRIPTION

  • Part of a private collection in recent years remaining in long-term storage during that time
  • Invoices in the accompanying history file show that the Ferrari was serviced in 2017 having replacement auxiliary cambelts and tensioner bearings fitted
  • The vehicle has not been started since removal from its slumber so the mechanical integrity cannot be confirmed
  • Letters on file indicate that the current recorded mileage of 7,640 is genuine, however, we are unable to verify the accuracy of these statements
  • Being sold as a restoration project
  • Your careful inspection is welcomed and encouraged to appreciate the potential on offer

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
779
Make
FERRARI
Model
308 GTS
Variant
Sports
Registration Number
DPJ 695T
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Chassis Number
25171
Engine Number
25171
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Rosso Corsa

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.

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SEE IT IN ACTION

SEE IT IN ACTION

SCORE:

54 / 130

Exterior


Bodywork:

Glass:

Paint:

Chrome:

Trim:

Remarks

Restoration project

Interior


Door-Cards:

Carpets:

Seating:

Headlining:

Dashboard:

Boot:

Remarks

Restoration project

Engine


Components:

Appearance:

Starting:

Running:

Remarks

Restoration project. Starter motor believed to be seized as well as clutch so no attempt to start has been made

Transmission


Gears:

Clutch:

Drive-Shaft:

Remarks

Clutch is beleived to be seized

Running Gear


Axles:

Chassis:

Suspension:

Bearings:

Brakes:

Wheels & Tyres:

Remarks

Restoration project

Electrics


Minor:

Major:

Remarks

Restoration project

Remarks

UK registered Restoration project


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Vehicles can be collected from The Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN, on Sunday 25th September between 10am and 3pm and Monday 26th September between 9am and 1pm.

Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.

Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The WEC by 1pm on Monday 26th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.

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