Ferrari 308 GTB '75

aspiration

NA (Naturally Aspirated)

Group

Gr.N

Displacement

2,927 cc

DriveTrain

MR

Height

1,120 mm

Length

4,230 mm

Weight

1,090 kg

Width

1,720 mm

Max Power

251 BHP / 7,500 rpm

Max Torque

30.0 kgfm / 5,000 rpm

Performance Point

PP 474.85

Manufacturer

Ferrari

Ferrari 308 GTB '75: The Iconic V8 Sports Car That Defined a Generation

The Ferrari 308 GTB '75 is a symbol of the Prancing Horse's innovative spirit in the mid-1970s. Debuted at the 1975 Paris Motor Show, the 308 GTB marked a dramatic shift for Ferrari, introducing a new, lighter fiberglass (vetroresina) bodywork, a bold styling leap by Pininfarina and its designer Leonardo Fioravanti. The 308 GTB replaced the Dino 246 GT, embracing a wedge profile, pop-up headlights, and that unforgettable Berlinetta silhouette. Under the hood, the car featured a mid-mounted 2.9-liter V8 engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, producing around 255 horsepower – impressive figures in its day.

Beyond its striking design, the 308 GTB quickly found its place both on the road and in motorsport. The car's performance, agile handling, and distinctive exhaust note captured drivers' imaginations and inspired generations. It didn't just win admirers among enthusiasts; the 308 GTB also served as a competitive choice in rally racing. Most notably, Ferrari developed the 308 GTB Group 4 for rallying, which clinched victories and podiums in various international and national championships. These rally-bound models retained the core spirit of the road car, but with racing-inspired modifications.

The 308 GTB '75, thanks to its starring role in popular culture—most famously as Tom Selleck's ride in the television series "Magnum, P.I."—helped cement Ferrari's reputation as a maker of dream machines for the road. Sales reflected this. The 308 GTB, and its open-top GTS sibling, became some of the best-selling Ferraris of their era, expanding the brand’s reach to a broader audience drawn by the allure of Maranello’s accessible supercar. Today, the 308 GTB '75 stands as a collector's classic and a key milestone in Ferrari’s storied history.