DINO (FERRARI) 308 GT4 Presented at the 1973 Paris Motor Sho - Lot 215

DINO (FERRARI) 308 GT4 Presented at the 1973 Paris Motor Show, the Dino 308 was a double first for the Italian company: the 1st road car with a V8 engine and the 1st 2+2 car with a mid-engined rear axle. Replacing the 206/246 Dino, made mythical by Danny Wilde's gloved hands in Amicalement vôtre (The Persuaders), this little berlinetta with mischievous eyes had the honor of bearing the first name of Enzo Ferrari's son, who died at the age of 24. This double originality was coupled with a break in a stylistic partnership: the sensual curves of the 1960s designed by Pininfarina gave way to sharp angles under Bertone's design. With its 3-liter V8 producing around 250 hp, mated to a 5-speed gearbox, this car is suitable for everyday use. Plastic bumpers, American anti-pollution standards, a "family" car with two seats usable by adults... the changes are significant and major. A commercial success for the brand at the time, the change of name was mainly due to the American market. As Ferrari's other V12-powered products were no longer homologated on Uncle Sam's soil, dealers were allowed to replace the Dino badges with Ferrari ones before delivery to customers. The name change, direct from the factory, took effect from mid-1975. It became the Ferrari 308 (3-liter V8) GT4 (for 4 seats). Prancing Horse historians agree that there were two series for this model. The first features a narrow rectangular grille with detached lights; the second a wider grille with integrated headlights. There will also be a 2-liter version, called 208 GT4, to meet Italian tax regulations. We offer for sale a 308 GT4, one of only 2826 produced between 1973 and 1980. With its two-tone blue and black paintwork and blue velvet interior, this berlinetta exudes the spirit of the 1970s. In good cosmetic condition, it will require a complete overhaul before it can be driven again (sold non-running and non-rotating, further information and photos on request). Engine: 2926 cc V8 with 90-degree mid-rear position. Gearbox: 5-speed manual Power: approx. 255 hp Dimensions: 4.30 x 1.80 x 1.18 m