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1981 Ferrari 308 GTB – Carburettor / Dry Sump – Matching Numbers
Lot Number: 548
1981 Ferrari 308 GTB – Carburettor / Dry Sump – Matching Numbers
A rare opportunity to secure one of just 211 steel-bodied, right-hand drive Ferrari 308 GTB examples, beautifully presented, freshly serviced and showing just over 31,000 miles with three previous keepers.
- ESTIMATE: £65,000 - £75,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 16th May, 2026 at 11.00am local time at Sywell Aerodrome, Sywell, Northampton, NN6 0BN
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BODY COLOUR
Rosso Corsa -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
AFX 44A -
ODOMETER READING
31077 Miles
SUMMARY
A rare opportunity to secure one of just 211 steel-bodied, right-hand drive Ferrari 308 GTB examples, beautifully presented, freshly serviced and showing just over 31,000 miles with three previous keepers.
DESCRIPTION
The Ferrari 308 GTB was introduced at the Paris Salon in 1975 as the successor to the Dino 246 GT, marking Ferrari’s return to Pininfarina styling. Its design combined contemporary wedge influences with flowing, balanced lines and signature elements from the Dino such as scalloped side intakes and twin circular rear lamps, a shape that remained largely unchanged throughout production. Early cars were constructed in lightweight glass fibre before a transition to steel bodies from late 1976.
Mechanically, the carburettor-fed cars gave way to fuel-injected models from 1980, primarily to meet emissions regulations, resulting in a reduction in power. This was later addressed with the introduction of the four-valve Quattrovalvole cylinder head in 1982. European-market examples retained desirable dry-sump lubrication throughout the carburettor production run.
Consequently, late steel-bodied, European supplied, carburettor-equipped GTB models are widely regarded as the purest and most highly sought after among Ferrari enthusiasts and classic car collectors.
Offered here is this stunning, UK-supplied, right-hand drive Ferrari 308 GTB, supplied new by Coopers of Leicester and first registered in January 1981. It is understood to be one of just 211 right-hand drive examples. At the time of cataloguing, the odometer displayed just 31,077 miles and the V5C registration document detailed three previous keepers, the first being Coopers themselves, probably as a demonstrator or for the dealer principal's own use.
Today the car presents beautifully in traditional Rosso Corsa with Nero leather seats and Rosso carpets. The overall condition is described as excellent and, in preparation for the sale, the car will be entrusted to a marque specialist for a fresh service including cambelts. Opening the driver’s door, you are met with the familiar scent of Italian leather, complemented by well-preserved period dials and switchgear. The engine starts readily, settling quickly to a light V8 rumble and breathing happily through its four 40DCNF Webers.
It's accompanied by a substantial history file including the original book pack and service book, along with a large collection of invoices supporting careful maintenance over the years. The fitment of a Birdman fuse board is a sensible upgrade improving safety and reliability and for the past decade, the car has been maintained by a respected Ferrari specialist familiar with the 308.
In summary, this represents a rare opportunity to acquire a low-mileage, low-owner, 1980s V8 Ferrari, presented in a classic colour combination, benefitting from the sought-after steel-bodied, dry sump, carburettor specification, freshly serviced, and now ready to be enjoyed.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 548
- Make
- FERRARI
- Model
- 308 GTB
- Registration Number
- AFX 44A
- Chassis Number
- 30685
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Rosso Corsa
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Steven Keen
- Car Specialist
- 07500 040422
- steven@iconicauctioneers.com
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SEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
Vehicles must be collected from Sywell Aerodrome, NN6 0BN on Monday 18th May between 9am and 2pm. Please note that due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the site by 2pm on Monday 18th May. Full payment must be received before any items are available to be released.
Any vehicles not collected by 2pm on Monday 18th May will be taken to EM Rogers storage facility in Northampton at a cost of £195 plus VAT for a standard sized vehicle and £275 plus VAT for larger vehicles. Storage will be charged at £12 plus VAT per day from the Monday for the first 14 days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
Our transport partner EM Rogers can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on +44 (0) 1604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
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