1993 Ferrari 348

Gateway Classic Cars of Orlando Florida is proud to offer this awesome Very Rare 1993 Ferrari 348 Speciale TS. This beautiful example is number 85 of only 100 made. The 348, badged 348 TS for Targa, featured a naturally aspirated 3.4-litre version of the quad-cam, four-valve-per-cylinder V8 engine. The engine, was mounted longitudinally and coupled to a transverse manual gearbox. The model was also the final design overseen by chief stylist Leonardo Fioravanti, known for such designs as the F40, Daytona, 512 Berlinetta Boxer, 288 GTO P5, P6 and others. The 348 was fitted with dual-computer engine management using twin Bosch Motronic ECUs, double-redundant anti-lock brakes, and self-diagnosing air conditioning and heating systems. Late versions (1993 and beyond) have Japanese starter motors and Nippondenso power generators to improve reliability, as well as the battery located within the front left fender for better weight distribution. U.S. spec 348's have OBD-I engine management systems. Similar to the Testarossa but departing from the 512 BB and 308/328, the oil and coolant radiators were relocated from the nose to the sides, widening the side of the car substantially, but making the cabin much easier to cool since hoses routing warm water no longer ran underneath the cabin as in the older front-radiator cars. This also had the side effect of making the doors very wide. The 348 was equipped with a dry-sump oil system to prevent oil starvation at high speeds and during hard cornering. The 348 was fitted with adjustable ride-height suspension and a removable rear sub-frame to speed up the removal of the engine for maintenance. 348 Serie Speciale Between 1992 and 1993 Ferrari made 100 limited edition units of 348 Serie Speciale of its TB and TS versions. It was only made for the US market. The main technical modifications consisted in a revised engine which produced 312 hp at 7,200 rpm, a wider rear track, a free flow exhaust system, a shorter ratio final drive and Pirelli P Zero tires. Ferrari indicated a standing 1/4 mile of 13.75 seconds. Several modifications were made to the exterior as well: new front spoiler to optimize aerodynamics similar to the F40, new front grille with chrome prancing horse, bumpers and rocker panels in body color, engine cover in body color, modified taillight assembly and new rear grille with chrome prancing horse. The cars were offered with F40 style sport seats in Connolly leather with the regular seats included as an option. The door panels were also modified and made of leather. Each car was numbered (1 to 100), with a 348 Serie Speciale plaque on the passenger's side doorpost. This beautiful Red example with only a little over 29k miles just had its 30K mile service.

This 1993 Ferrari 348 Speciale TS is for sale in our Orlando Showroom and can be seen in greater detail including 100+ HD pictures and an HD video at www.GatewayClassicCars.com. For additional information please call our knowledgeable staff at (407)771-2000 or email us at . If you would like to see it in person, come to our Orlando Showroom, located at 635 Century Point Suite 101, Lake Mary, FL 32746.

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