1980 Ferrari 308

GTSi Convertible

V8

Manual

ZFFAA02AxA00

Clear

Gasoline

This is a NO RESERVE AUCTION I purchased this great 308 last summer with the plan to keep it only one year to satisfy my Magnum PI dream. The year is up and despite the protests of my kids, I am selling the car as originally planned. We have been really happy with our purchase and have enjoyed the ride. This particular car was purchased by me because it is a "driver car" and was being sold close to home. When I bought it in Summer 2013 it had just had major service done to belts and hoses, etc. which was a key reason I bought it. I have receipts to verify the completed work. There are only 3000 miles on the car since the service was completed. Since I have owned it I have also replaced the horn compressor ($500), the steering rack ($2000), and have a "new" antenna motor ($400) that is uninstalled currently because the antenna switch is no longer working. I'm told with a new switch the antenna will be up and running. I have not sought a new switch because I am selling the car. EXTERIORPaint is excellent. The car was stripped down to the metal and repainted - possibly 15 years ago but the paint remains in very excellent shape. It's one of the strongest features on the car.Metal - two very small, discreet and shallow pings on the top of the right fender. Almost look like light hail but paintless dent repair would handle easily. Very hard to see however w/o being at the right angle and lighting. Bumpers - likely original and in fantastic shape - no blemishes.Glass - two small chips on windshield but no cracking/spidering and no need to take any action on the windshield. Removable top in excellent shape - only item to note is minor water marks to the interior/material and cleanable. Exterior is shiny and perfect. Tires - older Michelins but tread is good and there's some good life left in them.Wheels - original likely and in good but not perfect shape. Some rubs on them. INTERIORCarpet very good. Original floor mats.Doors trim is good.Dashboard is excellent.Rearview mirror not attached - every time I got in car I hit my head on it so I have it off now. Center console is worn with some very small rips in the leather that wraps it. All knobs work with the exception of the antenna switch as mentioned above. Passenger seat - leather shows age and is giving way to some of the tan hide color. Not rips or tears or heavy wear to seams etc.Driver seat - this is in not as good shape. The entry side to the seat is showing some issues on the seam on the back portion and the lower portion bead is in poor shape - see picture. This seat needs repaired or replaced depending on your plans for the car. I've had seat covers on them since I owned the car. Just was my preference so they wouldn't take any additional wear to them. We have original handbook, tool set in bag, and Ferrari keychain. MECHANICALSWipers, radio, AC, windows all work. Driver window slower than passenger windowHeadlights pop up and work wellHorn works with new compressorTurn signals and brake lights good.Motor starts reliably and runs well - idles beautifully.Exhaust still good but old.Brakes are good.Oil change 300 miles agoClutch is good. RECENT INSPECTION at reputable local Ferrari repairer (Layland Motors, Canton Ohio) shows need to replace front shock bushings and notes that brake lines are intact but are original and who knows how much longer they will last.This inspection also noted slight leak to valve. I have not noted any leaks from oil or any fluids anywhere. The inspector noted that this is a very solid "driver" car and that if he were being picky and owned it he would likely put $3-4k into it to get it where he would want it. There is a rattling that occurs when car starts particularly - the inspector notes that it's likely a heat shield vibrating agains exhaust. I note that as the car warms up the rattling becomes much less often. No impact on drive-ability of car. There are no other known issues with this car. It has been a blast to drive and it gets a lot of attention - including people who want to take a pic with it etc. This car drives solid and looks really, really good. Starts every time and idles like a champ. I want you to be very confident about this car so please ask questions and I will do my best to answer. This car is being sold AS-IS naturally. I require a $500 Paypal refundable deposit for winning bidder and balance due by cashier's check within 7 days unless Seller and Buyer make other arrangements. If you want to inspect first I would welcome that. I will not be the shipper but I will gladly work with you as you arrange shipping. I have perfect feedback and I want to keep it that way so please ask your questions and I will do my best to give the most accurate answer. Thanks!! On Aug-21-14 at 13:04:16 PDT, seller added the following information: UPDATE TO LISTINGMAJOR SERVICE WAS COMPLETED ON JUNE 13, 2013.TOTAL JOB WAS OVER $6500 BASED ON 73 HOURS OF LABOR INC R&R MOTOR. WORK DONE IN DETROIT.On Aug-25-14 at 18:31:46 PDT, seller added the following information: I had a question today about the underside of the car. I haven't spent any real time underneath but it looks like it's 35 years old but no structural issues etc. The muffler is not new so it has surface rust on it. It still works fine now.