FERRARI 288 GTO

Scuse Me! i m sorry but the Aston Zagato is memorable too! this car is UGLY.

 

I think perhaps the GTO makes it look more so.

In real life its not so bad.

 

The Zagato isnt pretty but its a very aggressive looking car. I like it but there are so many Aston i would buy before this one.

 

Vinatge Races At Road America July '07
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the 28 gto is way ahead of its time

 

55223.

 

The only one I've ever seen in the flesh.

 

Seeing the four cars lined up like that here is the question: If you could only pick one or two of them what would your choice be and why?

 

Although Id like them all, Id probably pick in the order of this image, because I like retro things and the GTO was the concept starter (and always will be) for the Ferrari Supercar Series. From a purely personal viewpoint of course.
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Very nice, do you have a high-res of it? I love the pictures that show all four of the supercars.

 

I happen to agree completely.

 

F40 real race car...the only thing i prefer black seats for inside.

288 GTO the look is superbe but never raced,
F50...looks F1, love the sound.
Enzo too much technology, superbe but for fun?

 

Will the GTO at Amelia (Gooding) in two weeks bring the estimated $550-650k?

 

Who knows in this economy?

It is chassis ZFFPA16B000054805 so it is one of half-a-dozen California legal cars, but on the other hand it has 37,000 km.

 

Normally 37.000 km's wouldn't be that much for a 25 year old car

Gr. Martin

 

Agreed.

 

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1985 Ferrari 288 GTO

One of the 20 UK Supplied Cars

Launched more than 20 years after the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO, the first Ferrari to bear the Omologato name, the 288 GTO had big shoes to fill. Naturally, Maranello’s engineers were not about to let down those most illustrious three letters with mere adequacy. Instead, they created a fantastic tribute to the 250 GTO: a tremendously powerful sports car for the road.

Pininfarina’s Leonardo Fioravanti, already well-respected in Ferrari enthusiast circles for his radical yet immensely desirable 365 GTB/4 Daytona, was tapped to pen the 288 GTO. Using one of his recent designs, the sleek 308 GTB, as a base, Fioravanti and Ferrari’s aerodynamics engineers treated the car to a high-performance makeover that brought in a few cues from the 250 GTO. A built-in rear spoiler and three rear fender slats served as aerodynamic and performance advancements that also helped link the 288 GTO to its predecessor. Otherwise, the new car was entirely forward-looking.

Despite its tremendous performance, the 288 GTO did make a few luxury concessions on the interior. Ferrari’s traditional exquisitely upholstered leather seats were standard and air conditioning, a radio and power windows showed up on the options list. With zero to 60 times clocked at less than five seconds by contemporary press, the 288 GTO was immediately lauded as a true supercar. Unfortunately, the 288 GTOs never had the chance to perform on track: The FIA cancelled its controversial high-performance Group B series due to track safety issues. Still, the 288 GTO’s popularity with the public was unquestioned. Though homologation standards required only 200 vehicles to be produced beyond track-going examples, demand was so strong for the 288 GTO that Ferrari agreed to produce an additional 72 vehicles totalling in all 272 cars in all.

Our car was collected from Modena on the 26th April 1985 by Mr John Ward representing the Patrick Collection the first owner of the Ferrari. The 288 GTO was personally handed over by Enzo Ferrari himself which is documented in Motor Magazine (01.06.1985) which is part of the extensive history file supplied with the car. We have been informed by the factory that this was totally unique that Enzo Ferrari himself ever handed over any car to a purchaser especially in his latter years; so this alone makes our car so special.

One of only 20 cars supplied to the UK market, totally original speedo reading of 13,977klm (8,222 m) which must be one of the lowest mileage 288GT0’s anywhere in the world. The Ferrari is supplied with maintenance records original handbook wallet / service, warranty handbook numerous original factory documentation and complete with original books, tool kit and pouch.

The 288GTO represents a very rare opportunity to own one of the most impressive and critically acclaimed performance cars of the 1980s. This well-documented example on offer is an essential piece for any collector appreciative of Maranello’s colourful and exciting performance heritage.

http://www.racecar.com/carsinternational/stock/stock_details.asp?StockID=2015

Gr. Martin

 

This one has needed a proper 'home' for a while.

 

Spotted in Zürich: http://www.autogespot.com/nl/viewimages.php?id=c214748364825022010234239

Gr. Martin

 

Thanks for sharing. Look carefully and you'll see it has F40 seats in it...
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Is there any reason why this car doesn't appear to sell?

I would appreciate it if anyone can give me any more info they might have on this car

 

Was wondering the same: no black seat as standard in the GTO. Do you know of more GTO's equipped with this 'upgrade'?

Gr. Martin

 

This just a private post-production application.

 

Cant see why it wouldn't sell at the right price. I know of nothing negative in its history.

 

I need to hit the lottery