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  1. lm2504me

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    #1 lm2504me, Dec 13, 2017
    After over 10 years without a Ferrari, I purchased 1978 model 308 GTS #26355 (registered as 1979) and it is being delivered today.
    The particulars:
    - Original 16,369 miles, fully documented
    - Original owner purchased from Hollywood Sports Cars in 1979 and then sold to 2nd owner in 1984
    - I am third owner and will keep to the end. My final F car, my retirement present to me!
    - Very original condition, plan to maintain originality and go for Preservation classification.
    - 2nd owner took meticulous care of the this Ferrari. Rarely in the sun and never in the rain. Averaged only 81 miles a year during ownership. Would drive for servicing, smog checks, and around his business office.
    - Photo next to 308 GT4 (his business partner) was taken in early 1985
    - I will spend this winter making it all correct and check on systems.
    - I have previously owned a 76, 79, and 83 308, so I have some knowledge about 308s.
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  2. AJS328

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    #2 AJS328, Dec 13, 2017
    Congratulations! Beautiful car. Looks like she’s in good hands.


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  3. lm2504me

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    #3 lm2504me, Dec 13, 2017
    Thanks!
    How do you get the owner tag next to your avatar?

    Regards,
    Richard
     
  4. AJS328

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    #4 AJS328, Dec 13, 2017
    I never noticed that before! Haha. I'm sure one of the moderators could add that for you.
     
  5. 308 milano

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    #5 308 milano, Dec 13, 2017
    Congrats! She is definitely a beauty!
     
  6. JV's89

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    #6 JV's89, Dec 13, 2017
    Great looking car, enjoy!
    I believe the owner tag requires being a member of the Owners section of the board. There are some verification requisites, but nothing overly burdensome.
     
  7. dflett

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    #7 dflett, Dec 13, 2017
    Congratulations. Your car was 1 or 2 in front of mine on the 308 production line since mine is 26359.
     
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    #8 JuLiTrO, Dec 13, 2017
    Congrats!
     
  9. bertrand328

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    #9 bertrand328, Dec 13, 2017
    Yep, #26357 should be a BB
     
  10. lm2504me

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    #10 lm2504me, Dec 13, 2017
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    #11 lm2504me, Dec 13, 2017
    It has the optional 7.5" x 14 wheels.
     
  12. Dr Tommy Cosgrove

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    #12 Dr Tommy Cosgrove, Dec 13, 2017
    Why are you sitting on boards?
     
  13. lm2504me

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    #13 lm2504me, Dec 13, 2017
    I have a Bendpak midrise lift under the Ferrari.
    Makes it easy to perform all service work.
     
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    #14 lm2504me, Dec 13, 2017
    You can see the hydraulic line in the front going underneath.
     
  15. Jet Lag

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    #15 Jet Lag, Dec 15, 2017
    to get a floor jack under it...
     
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    #16 Jet Lag, Dec 15, 2017
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    congratulations on getting such a beautiful car! Mine was built exactly one year later; chassis # 30209. I've had it for almost 30 years, and still enjoy it every chance I get. Image Unavailable, Please Login
     
  17. thorn

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    #17 thorn, Dec 15, 2017
    Yeps.
     
  18. lm2504me

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    #18 lm2504me, Dec 16, 2017
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    #19 tinterow, Dec 17, 2017
    Sweet!
     
  20. Labman

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    #20 Labman, Dec 17, 2017
    Congratulaions! A real beauty.
     
  21. lm2504me

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    #21 lm2504me, Dec 17, 2017
    Thanks, looking forward to making it ready for preservation level.
     
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    #22 lm2504me, Dec 18, 2017
    I need to know exactly what machine screw was used to install the driver side California original mirrors. Color, plating, phillips, etc.
    A photo would be helpful. I haved searched all the forums.
    Thanks
     
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    #23 i-velocita, Dec 21, 2017
    I'm considering a Bendpak lift also. I'm surprised you can clear the lift with just one set of 2x boards.
     
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    #25 i-velocita, Dec 21, 2017
    That’s good to know. Maybe even get by with some 1x lumber.
     
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