Model history:

The 348, designed by the Pininfarina design studio, was launched in 1989 as the successor to the Ferrari 238, with a 3.4-liter V8 engine - as the number 348 already indicates. The 348 represented Ferrari's "volume model" in the 1990s, with the 348 TB (Berlinetta), the TS (Targa) and, towards the end of the production period, a Spider available as model versions. The longitudinally mounted V8 engine and the transversely mounted gearbox behind the differential (referred to by the letter T - "Trasversale" - in the type designation) improved the handling of the Ferrari. In the year 1995 the production of the 348 ended, as successor model the Ferrari F355 is considered.

General to the vehicle:

Here now a Ferrari 348 TS from the year of manufacture 1991 can be auctioned, which carries the FIN ZFFKA36B000089861, from 4.hand comes and in Germany for the first time to traffic was certified. A history can be presented after consultation with the seller none - but from the so-called matching numbers is assumed. In the possession of a H-registration this Italian sports car is already, the TÜV runs until August 2024.

Exterior color/paint/body:

Pininfarina was responsible for the form of the Ferrari 348 and oriented itself thereby strongly at the Testarossa - thus the taillights are provided with a black grid cover and in the doors find large dimensioned air intakes, which provide as ventilation for the center engine. With this 348 TS offered here for auction in classic Ferrari red, the seller cannot rule out repainting. However, he confirmed that the car was accident-free during the current holding period. As defects the current owner states various scratches here and there on the exterior - except for normal signs of use he is not aware of any serious defects.

Exterior Rims/Brakes/Chassis:

Silver 5-spoke Ferrari aluminum rims, on which Pirelli tires are mounted with a condition rating of 70-90% according to the seller, provide the enhanced optical appearance of the 348 TS. In the area of the brakes, according to the current owner, there is a condition of 70-90% and modifications to the chassis are not known to him.

Interior:

The interior of this Ferrari is almost completely covered in black - only the Ferrari emblem on the steering wheel as well as the "Cavallino Rampante" ("rearing horse") in chrome as well as the gearshift with open gear shift gate set colorful accents. The sports seats, parts of the dashboard, the center console and the 3-spoke steering wheel, among others, are leather trimmed. Standard features on the 348 include leather seats, central locking, power windows and ABS. The tarp roof present on this TS model can be removed and also replaced without much difficulty. For a closer look at the condition of the interior as well as its equipment features, we refer to the meaningful series of pictures of the vehicle.

Mileage:

On the speedometer of the Ferrari, a mileage of 81,200 kilometers can be read. All instruments, displays and controls in the interior of the 348 TS are fully functional according to the statements of the seller.

Engine:

The mid-engine V8 of this 348 TS produces 295 hp from 3.4 liters of displacement. Power is transmitted to the rear axle via a 5-speed manual transmission. According to the seller, all fluids and belts were changed as part of the H-registration - the timing belt also came new. The current keeper mentions that everything was done according to regulations and the water pump and rollers were also replaced. In addition, new catalytic converters were used. Furthermore, the oil filter was cut open to look for any chips: However, according to the seller, nothing was visible here and consequently it can be assumed that everything is still in good condition. Last service work took place in August 2022.

Underbody:

According to the age of the Ferrari of meanwhile more than 30 years, the underbody condition is appropriate - gross inconsistencies cannot be detected on the underside of this 348 TS. According to the seller, this Ferrari was recently subjected to a "wellness cure" - moreover, the Italian sports car was always kept in a dry hall and was started regularly to avoid damage to the car during its storage period. This 348 TS offered here convinces by its all around good condition and the possibility of being able to remove the targa roof at any time in order to hear the classic V8 sound even more intensively. By the way: The 348 was the last Ferrari with mid-engine V8 developed under the direction of Enzo Ferrari.