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1991 Ferrari 348 Ts Base Coupe 2-door 3.4l on 2040-cars

US $34,000.00
Year:1991 Mileage:28833 Color: The car looks fabulous for something that is
Location:

Spring, Texas, United States

Spring, Texas, United States

I am selling my 348TS after nearly 7 wonderful years of ownership. The car has been bullet proof - reliable and fun throughout my ownership. It will make a great buy for someone wanting their first Ferrari or for someone looking for a more analogue experience compared to today's gizmo laden cars. 

 

Exterior

The car looks fabulous for something that is 22 years old - most people are shocked to believe it is not a new Ferrari. The paint is in great condition - The car received some paint work in 2012 to take care of road rash on the front/rear bumper. There are some minor swirls on the paint - normal for the age. The car has been garaged and lies under a car cover when at home. 

The wheels are in fine shape with a few nicks and scratches; see enclosed pictures. The wheel caps are slightly faded or cracked. Am providing a new set of wheel caps (all 4) for the owner to install as necessary. 

There is a clear bra installed on the front bumper, hood and mirrors to protect the paint. There is also a plastic shield to protect the expensive ($$$$) fog lamps and headlights. 

 

My 348 has a unique look among all 348s for the following reasons: 

  •          Rear grill emulates the 348 Series Speciale model
  •          Lexan engine cover that allows you to see the engine like a Ferrari 360 or newer V8 car. Very cool feature – no other car has it
  •          Body color Targa roof
  •          Functional dual front scoops in the front bumper – both feed the front brakes while the right one also serves as an A/c inlet.

I do not have the original grill, engine cover.

 

Interior

Seats are in great shape – no tears. Has some minor wear on the driver’s side bolster. The roof fits perfectly – doesn’t leak during rains. The a/c panel shows sign of stickiness. I fixed this in 2008 but it has come back – this is a common feature on a Ferrari. Happens to all the cars. A little TLC can fix it. J All the instruments, buttons, gauges work. The seatbelt motors work perfectly (expensive to fix if it doesn’t – check this on all cars that you are buying).   

Comes with owner’s manual, warranty and service book, leather cover and an additionally a printed shop manual for DIYers.                                                                                      

The following tasteful (IMO) features were added:

  •          Ferrari 360 Challenge steering wheel with Ferrari logo – will cost ~$750 today. The wheel is covered in gray alcantara/suede and feels wonderful to grip. It has a red stripe at the 12 o’ clock position for a racing car like experience J 
  •          Billet Aluminum Hill Engg pedal set
  •          Chrome gear shifter
  •          50mm extension to the steering rack – greatly reduces the strain on your upper back when driving
  •          Alpine stereo with Ipod connector
  •          Custom Ferrari logo mats
  •          Carbon fiber inlay panel on the door frame.
  •      Two keys

 I do not have the original parts.

 

Mechanicals

  •          The engine is in great shape. Stock Ferrari or better (e.g. Hill Engineering) components used. The car has a Ferrari 348 Spider exhaust that is approximately 35lbs lighter than the original dual can exhaust and sounds wonderful. The exhaust note is mellifluous with a gruff sound at low revs rising to a yowl at high revs. Makes the stereo system redundant.
  •          Brakes are in good condition – the car stops true and quickly. The pads were replaced with Porterfield pads in 2008. Note there is some brake squeal but this is normal for high performance cars.
  •          Tires in good shape - All 4 tires were changed at 19,000 miles and the rears were replaced again at 27,300 miles.
  •          Clutch was replaced in 2011 at a cost of $3K
  •          Exterior lights all work

·         Comes with tool kit with everything in it.

Service History

The car comes with a thick dossier of service records dating back to 2002 - unlike most auction cars which come with zilch!

Key highlights:

  •          3 major services performed – in 2002, 2005 and the last one in 2009 @ 24,358 miles.  For the last major - I had Norwood Performance Inc. (a respected shop in Dallas, TX) perform a “no expense spared” service in 03/2009 at 24,358 miles. Highlights included: timing belt, tensioner bearings with Hill Engg. parts, valve adjustments, seals, A/c and alternator belts, new water pump, R&R exhaust valve seats and right head, fuel filter replacement, silicon hose and fuel pipe replacement, etc. Have photos of the service.
  •          Clutch replaced in 2011
  •          New battery in 2012
  •          A/c topped in 2012 and works decently. It was converted to R134 prior to my ownership
  •          Frequent oil changes using only Redline engine oil and gearbox oil during my ownership
  •          Brake fluid flushed per prescribed intervals

I have done my best to be as descriptive of the car as possible.

In summary, I think the car is in great shape, has been well looked after and will make a great first Ferrari for a lucky someone. Hopefully you!

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