A well-kept 1985 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole has come up for sale, offering buyers a chance at one of the most recognizable Italian sports cars of its era in notably clean condition.
The 308 remains a defining example of the exotic car experience. Its wedge-shaped body, penned by the design house Pininfarina, along with its gated five-speed manual gearbox and free-revving V8, helped cement the model as one of the most celebrated Ferraris ever built. This example pairs a 2.9-liter V8 with that classic open-top targa layout.
Finished in Rosso Corsa over a saddle leather interior, the car shows just 35,600 miles, a figure that reflects careful ownership and climate-controlled storage over the decades. The combination of a sought-after color scheme and low, documented mileage makes it an appealing target for collectors who prize originality.
The Ferrari was originally delivered through a dealer in La Mesa, California, in December 1984. It later moved to Houston, Texas, where it remained until it was acquired from the estate of its second owner in the spring of 2025.
Following that purchase, the car was sent to a specialist shop in Rockland, Maine, for a comprehensive 35,000-mile major service along with a full mechanical inspection. That work addressed the maintenance milestones that matter most on a car of this age and helped confirm its overall mechanical health.
For enthusiasts, the appeal of a 308 lies in the details: the analog driving feel, the distinctive engine note and the open-air targa roof that made the GTS a favorite among Ferrari’s road-going lineup. Examples that combine modest mileage, attractive colors and recent service tend to stand out in a crowded vintage market.
Between its preserved condition, fresh maintenance and complete ownership history, this 308 GTS presents as a turnkey entry into classic Ferrari ownership for its next caretaker.
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