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Standard Equipment

Rosso Corsa Paint with Tan Leather, 5 Speed Manual Gearbox, Electric Windows and Mirrors, Targa Top Removable Roof, CD/Radio.

Additional Equipment

Air Conditioning and Red 348TS Over Mats.

Model history

The 348 was launched in 1989 and came in two versions; the coupe badged 348 TB and the Targa badged 348 TS.  Powered by a naturally aspirated 3.4 litre version of the quad-cam, 4-valve per cylinder V8 engine which was originally found in the 288 GTO sports car it produces 300 BHP and sits longitudinally with a transverse 5 speed gearbox.  Similar to the Testarossa the oil and coolant radiators were relocated from the nose to the flanks which widened the waist of the car substantially, but made the cabin much easier to cool, since hoses routing the warm water no longer ran underneath the cabin. This also had the side effect of making the doors very wide.

All Ferrari 348s use a racing "dry-sump" oil systems to prevent oil starvation at high speeds and during cornering, because of this the oil level can only be checked accurately when the engine is upto operating temperature and is running.  The motor sport technology didn't finish there either, all 348s have independently adjustable suspension for ride height, as well as a 'quick release' rear sub-frame to speed up the removal of the engine for maintenance something that makes a cam belt change much cheeper than its predecessors.

In 1993 the 348 was revised, there were subtle styling changes and more power, helped by better breathing from a new exhaust system the V8 then produced 320 BHP. The revised cars are called 348 GTB and GTS. For these models, the lower body was body-colored and the rear track was one inch wider due to the addition of spacers. The suspension geometry was revised which enhanced its handling, ride and body control. The 348 Spider was also introduced, in-line with the phasing out of the Mondial Cabriolet. For 1994 only, Ferrari also made 348 Competizione race models in conjunction with the Michelotto performance house. These 348 GTCs (or GT Competiziones) had kevlar front and rear bumpers, kevlar seats, kevlar door panels.

Exterior

As you would expect from such a low mileage and cherished car the paint work on this Ferrari is in fantastic condition.  There is hardly a stone chip on the car and the paint work seems to be original.  With a generous helping of wax the car has a fantastic luster and deep and even finish across the bodywork.

Wheels Tyres and Brakes

Fitted with a set of original equipment set of 5 spoke 17" 'throwing star' alloy wheels which are 7.5J at the front and 9J at the rear.  These are currently clothed in the original factory Pirelli Tyres which will be replaced before sale as they feel a bit too hard and are probably past their best.

Engine and Transmission

The engine bay is in fantastic condition.  All the hoses, cam covers, inlet covers etc look as close to new as is possible.  The car has just had a full health check by Ferrari Agents Grey Paul including a full cam belt service.  As with all Ferrari's they feel their best when warmed right the way through and once this is the case this 348 gives its very best. 

Interior and Equipment

As you can see from the photographs the interior is in fantastic and original condition.  The tan leather and beige carpets are unmarked and there is an original set of 348 TS Red Carpet Mats.  We are in the process of sorting out a few small electrical issues which include the electric wing mirrors which but otherwise all the equipment works as it should.  The Targa top is in good condition and seals correctly.

Road Test

As yet the Ferrari has not been test driven as freezing conditions and 8 inches of snow don't mix with Italian super cars!

History File

This is a four owner Ferrari 348 TS.  It was first registered in the UK by Maranello Sales Ltd in August 1993 for an Arabian Prince who had the car built as a Right Hand Drive UK Spec car, with a KMPH Speedometer.  Between 1990 and 93 the car was used outside the UK and covered 1808 kilometers.  Whilst organising the registration paperwork the car was checked over by Maranello and given its 1,000 mile service.  It has a full Ferrari Service History including a stamped service book, all MOT's back to 1995 and a file of invoices covering all expenditure on the car.  The major service points are outlined below:

16/08/1993  -  1808 km  -  1,000 miles Service by Maranello Sales

30/08/1995  -  3,033 km  -  Service and Cambelt Change at Maranello Sales  

16/05/1996  -  3,924 km  -  3,000 mile service at Maranello Sales

17/03/1997  -  5,128 km  -  9,250 mile service and Cambelt Change at HR Owen Ferrari

18/05/1998  -  6,315 km  -  15,500 mile service at Glenvargill Company Ferrari

28/10/1999  -  6924 km  -  21,750 mile service and Cambelts Changed at Glenvargill Company Ferrari

DURING THIS SERVICE THE SPEEDOMETER WAS CHANGED FOR AN MPH ITEM  -  MILEAGE EQUATES TO 4302 MILES

 09/11/2001  -  716 miles  -  Annual service at Glenvargill Company Ferrari

12/11/2004  -  1164 miles  -  Cambelt Service at Graypaul Edinbrough

15/11/2005  -  1225 miles  -  Annual Service  at Graypaul Edinbrough

17/12/2009  -  1490 miles  -  Cambelt Service at Graypaul Nottingham