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New South Melbourne, VIC, 3205

1982 Ferrari 308 GTSi

$164,990

Excluding Government Charges

Odometer 52,877 km

Transmission 5Sp Auto

Vehicle Overview

The 1982 Ferrari 308 GTSi occupies an important place in Ferrari’s analogue sports-car story. Its Pininfarina-designed body combines a low, wedge-shaped profile with sculpted flanks, flying buttresses and the distinctive removable targa roof panel. More than four decades after its introduction, the shape remains immediately recognisable without relying on excessive decoration, giving the car a strong visual presence from every angle.

This example is identified as Australian delivered, a detail that adds particular interest for buyers seeking a Ferrari supplied to local specification from new. The 308 GTSi’s place in the range also marks Ferrari’s transition from carburetted engines to Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection. That change was made in response to tightening emissions requirements and brought a different balance of characteristics, with the injected car offering improved drivability and reliability while retaining the essential V8 character associated with the model.

Power comes from a 2.9-litre V8 quoted at approximately 205 hp. Although its outright performance belongs to another era, the appeal of the 308 is less about headline numbers than the way its engine, chassis and controls work together. The mid-engined layout gives the car a balanced stance on the road, while the unassisted steering provides a direct connection between driver input and the front tyres. The firm ride and compact dimensions reinforce its role as a focused sports car rather than a long-distance luxury tourer.

The GTS body style adds an important element of versatility. With the roof panel removed, the cabin becomes an open-air setting for enjoying the engine note and surrounding scenery; with it fitted, the car retains the enclosed character of a traditional berlinetta. Inside, the atmosphere is distinctly period Ferrari, with analogue instrumentation, slim leather seats and a close-set driving position that places the driver at the centre of the experience. A front luggage compartment provides useful practicality for shorter trips, even though storage is naturally limited by the car’s sports-car proportions.

The listing records 52,877 km and identifies the transmission as a 5sp Auto. The accompanying editorial description refers instead to a five-speed gated manual gearbox, so the transmission specification should be verified against the vehicle before purchase. That distinction is significant to the driving character and collector appeal of any 308 GTSi.

With its Italian styling, fuel-injected V8, removable roof and Australian-delivered status, this Ferrari presents a compelling snapshot of early-1980s Maranello engineering. It offers the tactile controls, compact scale and mechanical atmosphere that define classic Ferrari ownership, while its enduring design gives it a presence that remains distinct from contemporary sports cars.