1977 Ferrari 208 GT4

This model is rare outside Italy, but as John Apen reminds us: all valuable things are rare, but not all rare things are valuable

The 308 made its entrance into the automotive world in October 1973 as Bertone combined concepts and design features from both the 246 Dino and the 365.

It was handsome, sleek, and powered by a superior engine. It was a departure for Ferrari, with a V8 engine in place of the standard V12. Nevertheless, it still had the ability to move more precisely and swiftly than its contemporaries.

The Ferrari 208 GT4 was powered by a low-displacement version of the V8 found in the Ferrari 308 GT4. The 208 GT4 used one of the smallest displacement production V8s in history. In spite of its size, the 208’s engine produced 180 hp, enabling the car to hit 130 mph.

The 308/208 series was groundbreaking because it was the first production Ferrari to feature a mid-engine layout. The 208 GT4 presented here is a highly original example with only 16,000 miles. It has been meticulously cared for and garage-kept, with service performed on a regular basis....