| Author | Message | ||
| Hans E. Hansen (4re_gt4)
Intermediate Member Username: 4re_gt4 Post Number: 1322 Registered: 4-2002 |
The GT4 keeps alive a tradition that has been long abandoned - it has room for a riding mechanic. | ||
| Andrew Menasce (Amenasce)
Member Username: Amenasce Post Number: 941 Registered: 10-2001 |
Bottom line , the 308 GT/4 is a great car , i love how it looks eesp with the speedlines . Said to be an amazing handling car and 250 hp is not too shabby. 150 mph , 0-60 in 6.5sec , a nice sounding V8 ..what more do you want for 20/25 000$ ? | ||
| PeterS (Peters)
Member Username: Peters Post Number: 474 Registered: 1-2003 |
Hans / Frank: Thanks for the Dino lesson. I was unaware of the history (still learning!)  | ||
| Hans E. Hansen (4re_gt4)
Intermediate Member Username: 4re_gt4 Post Number: 1321 Registered: 4-2002 |
Uh, Frank, you goofed this time. The 246 V6s were made by Fiat, but all the V8's are made by Ferrari. There are lots of vintage photos of the Ferrari factory machining and assembling V8 motors. | ||
| '75 308 GT4 (Peter)
Advanced Member Username: Peter Post Number: 2765 Registered: 12-2000 |
I don't know what all the fuss is about this name biz. I love my Diniaterrari 308 GT4...  | ||
| J. Grande (Jay)
Intermediate Member Username: Jay Post Number: 1296 Registered: 10-2001 |
Frank the 308 GT4 has the same engine as the carb'd 308 FERRARI of the time. My Dino says FERRARI on the engine not FIAT and on the VIN plate. But then I know you are just trying to cause trouble! | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Intermediate Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2311 Registered: 9-2001 |
By the way, I love Dinos. | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Intermediate Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2310 Registered: 9-2001 |
PeterS, since the 308GT4 came from the factory badged as a Dino and the VIN number designates it as a Dino and Enzo himself chose the name Dino after his late son, I have always considered the 308GT4 a Dino . But, some people believe that since they have changed the badging to Ferrari and call it a Ferrari everyday that somehow a Dino is now a Ferrari. Hey, since the 308GT4 engine was made by Fiat, I guess there is an F in a Dino . | ||
| PeterS (Peters)
Member Username: Peters Post Number: 472 Registered: 1-2003 |
Would somebody please take a minute and explain the last four posts to me | ||
| Ken (Allyn)
Member Username: Allyn Post Number: 893 Registered: 10-2001 |
There are no more Ferraris. Ferrari ceased to exist when they installed radios, since EVERYONE knows a real Ferrari doesn't have a radio. Dino's don't exist anymore either since ALL Dinos have carburetors. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1806 Registered: 7-2001 |
Frank, the "F" in Dino is silent! | ||
| Bob Campen (Bob308gts)
Member Username: Bob308gts Post Number: 564 Registered: 9-2001 |
Oh Frank, there you go again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! There is no F-in Dino | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Intermediate Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2309 Registered: 9-2001 |
How would a 308GT4 Dino be a second "FCar". Around these parts Dino starts with a "D" not an "F"? In fact, there is not an "F" in Dino anywhere. | ||
| Tazio (Tazio)
New member Username: Tazio Post Number: 9 Registered: 2-2003 |
ive owned several gt4's over the years.at 6'3 the extra room was a blessing and many considered it better handling than a gtb/gts.as stated ealier rust was common especially the doors.the early cars also were known for electrical gremlins.the seriesIII(1978)cars were much better sorted and had the sliding sunroof and better a/c.the price you mentioned for is high for a 'nice' car but fair if its a extremely clean example here in los angeles. | ||
| Hans E. Hansen (4re_gt4)
Intermediate Member Username: 4re_gt4 Post Number: 1316 Registered: 4-2002 |
In addition to the mechanicals, rust is an important factor in GT4 value. | ||
| '75 308 GT4 (Peter)
Advanced Member Username: Peter Post Number: 2760 Registered: 12-2000 |
Jordan, you spent hours in the back seat? What are you, made of rubber?  Peter, $18K is typical of a car that has over 50K miles, #2 condition paint, some wear in the leather, an engine that probably does not have the smog equipment (or if it does, is not working) and missing the tool/jack kits. If it had the belt job done and the engine runs fine it'll make a good daily runner (better if it has some form of electronic ignition installed. Makes life easier...). | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 988 Registered: 12-2002 |
Ive had the opportunity to ride in an Fchatters GT4 all around the LA area for hours at a time and even though I was stuck in the back seat, it was a really comfortable and pleasant ride. Not the mention the sound of the car was just gorgeous! | ||
| JRV (Jrvall)
Intermediate Member Username: Jrvall Post Number: 1481 Registered: 11-2002 |
Peter, I suggest you drive one to see if it's something you want to keep and enjoy. Personaly I love driving GT4's, as they handle better, and have a much more comfortable driving position. And tuned properly they run great. The telling tale of GT4's might be that most have higher mileage (average for age really) which means the cars were being driven alot and enjoyed. Also, most GT4 owners kept/keep their cars for 10-15 on average and many even longer...not so with most other models. | ||
| PeterS (Peters)
Member Username: Peters Post Number: 461 Registered: 1-2003 |
Ton...Just to be a bit diverse and appreciative of FCar hardtops. | ||
| Ton Visser (Lion315)
Member Username: Lion315 Post Number: 569 Registered: 12-2002 |
Why would you consider this car as a second Fcar if you are not a real fan of hard tops. Just for the price? Ton | ||
| PeterS (Peters)
Member Username: Peters Post Number: 459 Registered: 1-2003 |
In Ferrariads.com, there is a '75 308GT4 Dino for $18.8K. I'm in the market for a second FCar. Not a real fan of hard tops, I could live with the car for the price (and probably enjoy it!). Is the asking price reasonable for this year and model? Being a 308GTS nut, I do not know how popular these styles are and if in as good a condition as the ad states, is it a decent value? |