1988.5 Ferrari 328 GTB, Rosso Corsa/Beige, 27K miles, 1 of 19, Award Winning

1988 Ferrari 328 GTB

This is it. If you are looking for the "holy grail" of Ferrari 328 cars, ou're now looking at it. This is a 1988 Ferrari 328 GTB, "late" 1988 328 model (often called a 1988.5), n the iconic and classic color combination of Rosso Corsa over Beige, nd most importantly, GTB hardtop coupe. Please do not confuse this car with the vast majority of 328s on the market; the GTB is extremely rare, specially in the US. In fact, here were only 19 1988.5 328 GTB cars built for the US market, nd this is one of them.

The 1988.5 328 cars contained cosmetic and mechanical improvements over the earlier years, uch as a redesigned suspension and steering system, onvex wheels, nd other various (and subtle) interior and exterior differences. What the 1988.5 cars do not have, owever, s ABS brakes, hich were introduced in 1989 (for the US cars). Many enthusiasts and collectors prefer the 1988.5 over the 1989, ecause the ABS pump in the 1989 cars is now not available and must be rebuilt, ften difficult to do. And, he brake feel is dramatically changed in the ABS cars. The 1988.5 cars have all of the improvements, ithout the ABS.

And this particular car is inarguably one of the finest 1988.5 328 GTBs, f not one of the finest 328s period, n existence.Starting with the original window sticker, his car is fully documented with an utterly complete history, roving that the indicated mileage of 27,676 miles is true and correct. The car's most current owner had the car for 12 years, nd during that time this 328 won numerous Platinum, irst place, nd other awards at various concours. And, n 2005, his particular car was featured on the cover of Forza magazine.

The paint on this 328 GTB appears to be 100% original, s measured by a paint meter. And, he interior is equally completely original; there is no evidence of dye work on the leather, nd the carpets and headliner are completely original. In the engine compartment, he zinc/cadmium plating is still shiny and intact on the various hard fuel and other lines, omething that is very rare to see, ndicating that this car was meticulously cared for. In fact, he entire engine compartment is beautifully clean and well maintained, s is the underside of the engine and even the entire car.A full major service, ncluding timing belts change, as just completed in April 2016.

I have driven this 328 GTB, nd it drives exactly as a 1988.5 328 GTB should drive. The steering feel is tight and accurate, he suspension has that beautiful Ferrari balance of suppleness and sporty feel, nd most importantly,the engine sings to its redline. All electrical components work, nd the A/C blows cold. In short, he driving experience of this car lives up to its appearance; this is the best of the best.

I advise my clients that in today's market, t is extremely important to buy the best car that you can, specially if you expect appreciation. The gap between values of the great cars and, ell, verything else, s widening, s the market for these modern classics starts to mature and buyers are more educated. This 1988.5 Ferrari 328 GTB is unquestionably a collector-grade car, ne that can be exhibited at a national-level concours, an be a cornerstone of a modern Ferrari collection, nd can also be driven and enjoyed. I look forward to discussing this car further with you; please contact me at michael@mbrandonmotorcars.com or 832-617-0494.