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Pininfarina designer Leonardo Fioravanti single-handedly changed the design language of the Prancing Horse with the 308 GTB. Gone were the voluptuous curves of the 1960s and in came the wedge-shaped mania of the 1970s. But this particular 308 is way more dramatic than the showroom-fresh model, even by the era’s stylistic standards, because it’s as unusual as a satisfactory plumber.
The 308 represents a turning point in the design language of Maranello’s finest. But then again, a rally-ready Ferrari 308 GTB is far from the gracious styling Pininfarina is widely known for. The story behind this Ferrari 308 GTB Vetroresina starts in 1977. As enthusiasts already know, the 308 switched to a steel body that year, resulting in a weight increase of 150 kg (331 lb). This isn’t one of those steel-bodied 308s, but one of 808 units with bodywork entirely made of glass-reinforced plastic (also known as GRP).
Chassis #20253 here retains most of its original paint and body panels, but it comes with a twist - the Lancia Stratos-inspired lights. The big light pod and yellow fog lights give the 308 GTB a totally different aura compared to the standard model. The old-school wheels and humongous mud flaps complete the visual overhaul of this back alley bruiser. From a subjective point of view, the non-original white stripes aren’t to our liking, nor the RC toy car-like central antenna. A vintage Alitalia paint scheme would've been better, though. Still, these are just two small drawbacks in a sea of rally-inspired eye candy.
As expected, the hell-bent for leather exterior aesthetics are complemented by what you can find inside the cabin. Take the fully padded roll cage as a prime example of this car’s underlying assets. If that isn’t enough to get your motor running, then how about the deep bucket seats, bare floors, rally computer, and that gated shifter? Although there’s no information on the 2.9-liter F106 V8, the air box doesn’t look stock at all.
Prepped for rallying by a gentleman responsible for developing Ferrari Challenge track monsters, the effort poured into converting this early fiberglass Ferrari 308 GTB also trickles down to the asking price of the vehicle. Currently located in Ottobrunn, Germany, this Prancing Horse costs €239,000. That’s $256,303 in American currency, which is roughly $3,000 shy of the US-spec Ferrari 488 GTB’s suggested retail price.
Therefore, this begs the question: what would you rather spend your money on?
Chassis #20253 here retains most of its original paint and body panels, but it comes with a twist - the Lancia Stratos-inspired lights. The big light pod and yellow fog lights give the 308 GTB a totally different aura compared to the standard model. The old-school wheels and humongous mud flaps complete the visual overhaul of this back alley bruiser. From a subjective point of view, the non-original white stripes aren’t to our liking, nor the RC toy car-like central antenna. A vintage Alitalia paint scheme would've been better, though. Still, these are just two small drawbacks in a sea of rally-inspired eye candy.
As expected, the hell-bent for leather exterior aesthetics are complemented by what you can find inside the cabin. Take the fully padded roll cage as a prime example of this car’s underlying assets. If that isn’t enough to get your motor running, then how about the deep bucket seats, bare floors, rally computer, and that gated shifter? Although there’s no information on the 2.9-liter F106 V8, the air box doesn’t look stock at all.
Prepped for rallying by a gentleman responsible for developing Ferrari Challenge track monsters, the effort poured into converting this early fiberglass Ferrari 308 GTB also trickles down to the asking price of the vehicle. Currently located in Ottobrunn, Germany, this Prancing Horse costs €239,000. That’s $256,303 in American currency, which is roughly $3,000 shy of the US-spec Ferrari 488 GTB’s suggested retail price.
Therefore, this begs the question: what would you rather spend your money on?
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