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| 1989 328 GTS (Vilamoura2002)
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I am interested on PAL (european) Ferrari 328/308 Video. If you intend to make copies please contact me | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
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For Christmas, I received a six tape series on Ferrari called "The Myth of Ferrari - Legend of the Prancing Horse". They thoroughly cover every model I know of (including the 308 GTB and the 328 -but just one of each flagship model - as mentioned previously, I would have loved to see more (wait...ANYTHING) on the succeeding models like the QV's and the differences in each (as well documented in Blumel's book). Overall, the series is VERY impressive; probably a must for any Ferrari fan. The first tapes include lots of great historical Ferrari racing footage and bios on all the drivers who raced for Enzo. Last but not least, when I went 308 research crazy earlier this year, I went online to Advanced Book Exchange which specializes in rare/out of print books and ordered a half dozen books on the 308 and 328 from all over the globe. They're out there, just hard to find. ~Chris | ||
| '75 308 GT4 (Peter)
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There are several standards: PAL, SECAM, PAL-M (Brazil only I think), etc... Here in North America its NTSC. | ||
| BobD (Bobd)
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Horrible quality. Another great purchase from eBay! At least there ARE some 328's in it... :-) Oops... | ||
| Martin (Miami348ts)
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darn, you fixed that...now I am here hanging in my joke..PPFFTHHHHHHH | ||
| Martin (Miami348ts)
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no kidding, the quality is really terrible...LOL  just kidding! | ||
| BobD (Bobd)
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Mitchel, It would be great if you could take your 328 tape to a video shop and have them make some copies. Toss a few bucks on top of each for your effort. Take orders ahead of time and you could probably sell several right from this site. I'd buy one! I have a 328 tape... pic below. The quality is terrible, it's in PAL format (European) so I had a video shop convert a copy to US standards... whatever that's called??? The tape is in Italian so I can't understand a word they say (except when they roll their R's saying Ferrari). Other than that, it's GREAT??? X  | ||
| BretM (Bretm)
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I got one of those too Richelson. | ||
| Richelson (Richelson)
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Ed, I got one of the Silver Matchbox 308s for Christmas. | ||
| John Delvac (Johndelvac)
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Mitchel, Can I come over & see the 328 video? E-mail me & tell me where you live. I'm in Alpharetta @ Hwy 9 & Windward Pkwy. | ||
| Edward Salla (350hpmondial)
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I JUST SAW A WHOLE BUNCH OF HOTWHEEL 308's in Target. $0.72 each. But they were in silver. Not that their is anything wrong with a true 308 in silver, But I prefer black for models & stealth reasons. | ||
| Michael (Mtabije)
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Come to think of it, since Hot Wheels is the officially licensed die cast model maker for Ferrari (they do an okay job if you aren't nit picky and look TOO close)....haven't yet seen them do a repro of a 308/328, man they are beautiful cars...and those of you here who own them....man...I'm having second thoughts about saving for a 360 now.....I'm not sure if the other "better" companies make 308/328 die cast cars....I have to look but I'm pretty sure UT, Corgi, or Auto Art probably makes really good one. It's a shame a Ferrari is a Ferrari is a Ferrari....unless of couse it is a 2" frame stretched Fiero.... | ||
| Brent Holm (Brent)
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By my standards the 328s are actually pretty quick. It isn't the fastest car on the road but 0-60 in the low 5 second range and a mid 13 second quarter mile is still a fast car. Sure the 308s are a little down on power but the styling, the sound, who could ask for more. I think someone hit on lower maint costs on these cars. Is that because the powertrain is more acessible? I have heard that the 308/328 series cars do have a oil leak problem that is common. Is this true or just someone making excuses for a poorly maintained car? I was considering an F355, now I think I would be happy with a 328 and a series one 330GT 2+2. I guess that means I would have one real Ferrari by some peoples standards. | ||
| Mitchel DeFrancis (4re308)
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Dave, that is a super idea. You would have to follow the history of the 8 cylinder Ferrari. Starting with the 268 LM. That was actually the first Ferrari V8, but it was for race only, and they only made 1 or 2 of them in the early 60s. The 268 looked almost like a 250 LM with a V8. Anyway, follow the history through the Dinos, up to the GT4 Dino, then to the fiberglass 308 GTBs, specify engine and body changes. Go into the production GTBs and GTSs, then to the fuelie 308s, to the 308 QVs, to the 328s, and so on and so on. Show different colors, options. Make it like Keith Blumels book "Original Ferrari V8", but in video form! Perhaps you can incorporate some home made videos of some 308 owners!? I think it would be a great selling DVD. | ||
| Richelson (Richelson)
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I would like to see a good description of each model of the 308 series. Lots of shots of engine, interior, etc. Explain the differences between the Carb, i, and Qv models. Get some great driving shots as well. I think it would be a great video. | ||
| David Jones (Dave)
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I am thinking about producing a video on DVD that would showcase the 308 series.... What would you like to see in such a video.... | ||
| Mitchel DeFrancis (4re308)
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Unfortunately not. I wish I had one about the 308. Hmmm, interesting idea. I have some videos of some early 90s FCA club meets with some 308 action, and the 328 video with John Apen does have some spots on the 308s. I have not watched it in a while, I think I will tonight though. | ||
| Richelson (Richelson)
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Mitchel, do you have any videos on the 308? | ||
| Mitchel DeFrancis (4re308)
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I too think the 308 is one of the most beautiful designs ever conceived. That is why I have one. My 308 is quite fast indeed. Certainly faster than my VW GTI VR6...and I have beated the heck out of Mustang GTS, E30 M3s, M6s, even a friends Mondial in the GTI. FAF Motorcars used to offer a 1/24 scale 308 GTB and a GTS. I have the GTB only. I would LOVE a black/tan 1/18 scala GTS! The 308 is a timeless design. I am asked often by the lay person if it is a brand new Ferrari! No kidding, it happens all the time in Georgia! I have a VERY rare video of John Apen introducing the NEW 328. It is so fantastic, great sound, and shows the history of the 8 cylinder. Has anyone seen this video? John Apen was a part owner of FAF Motorcars (which is now Ferrari of Atlanta). I have about 40 great Ferrari videos. | ||
| Richelson (Richelson)
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The 308 is a Flagship Ferrari and most people will recognize it before other Ferrari models. | ||
| Brian stewart (Eurocardoc)
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The important point that I bring up to people looking to purchase their first Ferrari is simply that in a 308/328 you will not have the fastest or even best driving car (compared to a new modern econobox), but everyone will know it is a Ferrari. (Thanks Magnum PI). If you purchase a red Z3 the neighbours just see a red sportscar, a red 308 IS a Ferrari. | ||
| magoo (Magoo)
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Jerry, The reason that guy made the comment about your 308 being slow is because he didn't have one and had to make some "downer" comment as he drove off in his 10 yr. old Ford p.u.. | ||
| Mark (Study)
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308/328 is in a funny place durring its life-time. The cars good looks are the problem. It still looks like a cool "NEW" car for the year 2000. Its not like the Dino that looks like a great antique and people don't expect it to keep up. But with new Corvetts coming out with 400HP and track speeds that are a hair under Ferrari's 360's yet still can be bought for $50k new....And same money buys you a BMW's M3 with a full back-seat, 330HP and have fantasitic handling on the race track. Its a new day in what people expect out of cars on the race track and on the street. 308 is an antique in preformance yet still a modern gem in design. So how do you explain the car? Plus its all prespective.... I went on the MR2 site a few weeks back just for the heck of it,... and saw people talking about living out their dream and finally buying the MR2. You just get spoiled sometimes hanging out at Ferrari chat. | ||
| Richelson (Richelson)
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I agree. I have met many individuals who always tell me about the 308 they once had and how they miss it terribly. They have purchased another Ferrari and they don't drive it as much and the maintenance is more etc. The 308 is timeless. | ||
| DBP (Dilly)
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Mike, I am sorry that people put your 308 down. I agree with all that say they love the 308/328 style. Us Dino owners have had to live with comments like "it's just a Dino" and "it's not a real Ferrari" for years. Fortunately as the years have gone by people are starting to respect the Dino. Perhaps this attitude will follow the 308/328. I sure hope so. | ||
| david schirmer (David)
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I agree that the model guys are missing out by not making a 1:18 308. It was definetly one of the most popular designs ever from Ferrari. I am planning on writing to Mattel to see if Hot Wheels will make a 1:18 scale 308. My preference would be a red/black GTB. (opinions may vary) Hot Wheels is making some great 1:18 models these days. They could maybe make a big deal of the 30th anniversary of the 308. In reference to the guys who say that it's "just" a 308. I am amazed at how many folks started their Ferrari passion with a 308 and when they step up to a newer/faster/better model they either hang on to their 308 or regret having to sell it. | ||
| Frederick Thomas (Fred)
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I have raced 5.0 mustangs in my MR2 so I have a pretty good idea of how fast they are. I am sure it would beat my 308 off of the line but from a roll I know I would hang with him and I am sure I would lose him in the twisties. I don't consider getting beat off of the line being stomped. | ||
| Mark (Study)
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I have an Idea. Does Ferrari listen? Some car companies actualy read these chat sites. Got the idea from NSX. They have a program for the older cars to send them back to the factory for a re-fresh program. Paint job and some other up-grades but its a cool idea. The 308 / 328 is such a fantastic car and there's a good number of them out there. Why not sell a new engine by Ferrari that can be fitted into the cars? Call it a re-fresh or up-grade program. Acura did it, but so has Nissan....they did this with used Z's or tried such a program of bringing in a bunch of the good old cars and factory re-fresh program. | ||
| jim galli (Galli)
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Well pete maybe you like getting beat by a 18 old kid in junk 5.0 mustang. I prefer stomping him into the pavement. (GROSSLY) | ||
| Peter Boray (Gts308qv)
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Sometimes I think people's brains are grossly underpowered ! | ||
| jim galli (Galli)
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The 308 / 328 cars are some of the most gorgeous feraris ever made( my opinion) but they are grossly under powered. I love to drive them but my viper gets more road time | ||
| Frederick Thomas (Fred)
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I have never had anyone say that my car is "just a 308". I have had nothing but postive response to the car. Everyone always askes "is it fast"? I always say "yes but not as fast as it looks". A lot of people can't believe it is an 83. | ||
| Jerry Wiersma (Tork1966)
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I had a guy in his early 30's say that that he doesn't like the 308's because they are too slow. I don't understand people sometimes, why would you say anything that you know is going to either hurt or upset a person? BTW he was driving a 10 year old Ford pickup. I love my 308 and with the TUBI, it is plenty fast. Jerry | ||
| Richelson (Richelson)
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Mike I can't believe people have said that to you. I have never heard that before. That is very rude. I am surprised that there is status settings even inside the world of Ferrari. I think that is strange. I think we should be thankful to even own a Ferrari. I never knew people argued over what Ferrari is a real Ferrari and what isn't. People like that must be very insecure and missing something in their lives to resort to these ideas. | ||
| Mike Fisher (Mikef)
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Add me to the list too. I think the 308 series is the best looking of all the Ferraris. My opinion of course! I own a 77 GTB and I am absolutely amazed at what is NOT available for this car. I guess the problem is that they made so many of this model that nobody cares about them because they are not "rare". The comments I hear are like, "Oh, it's just a 308" or "These things are a dime a dozen" or "If it had 4 more cylinders it would be a real Ferrari". I guess everyone is entitled to THEIR opinion. | ||
| Steve (Steve)
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A few years ago when I aquired my 308 GTB my wife bought me a book that has a nice spread on the 308 series. Pages on the GT4 , GTB and GTS up to the QV as well as the 328/348 series. The book is "Original Ferrari V8" by Keith Bluemel and was purchased at B&N's . Great set of pictures and detail of these cars. Give it a look. Steve | ||
| Richelson (Richelson)
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Chris, I don't understand either. I got an Exotic Car Catalog and there wasn't a 308 in there. I couldn't believe. Most books on Ferraris have little to say about the 308. I am surprised as I feel this is the most recognized Ferrari by the avg. person. (Magnum P.I., Cannonball Run, Vacation, etc. etc.) In the 80's the 308 was a very publicized Ferrari. I think that they should have models available, videos, etc. | ||
| chris cummings (Entelechy)
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I love pretty much every Ferrari design, especially everything from the 308 to the present, but the 308 is still my overall favorite. I picked up a nice book on Ferrari recently by Brian Laban which included a broad selection of the classic Ferrari's all the way up to the 360 - so why is it that the 308 & 328 were left out? He included the 348 and 355 as well, and it just seems odd not to include what is probably still the most recognizable and beloved Ferrari model to the general public. It's not even just this book; when I looked up Ferrari videos, there's one on pretty much all the latest models, but nothing on the 308 or 328! This even happens in the model world - Exoticar features great models of practically every Ferrari EXCEPT the 308 & 328! Arrrgh. Is it just that they're TOO recognizable after Magnum P.I.? What's the deal? |