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From 1973 to 1980: The Ferrari 308 GT4 versions

In October 1973, Ferrari introduces a 2 + 2 hatchback designed by Bertone at the Paris auto show. The body is made of steel sheet, except the front and rear hoods which are aluminum on a steel structure. Chassis are numbered in an even sequence as were the 206 and 246 unlike previous Ferrari road models. At the beginning of production, the «Ferrari» brand does not appear, giving way to the name «Dino».

1- From 1973 to 1976 Ferrari 308 GT4 «Serie 1»:

Series badged «Dino» until 1975 (some US cars had the two badges («Dino» and the Ferrari «Cavallino Rampante») just before the change of series, the «Cavallino Rampante» badge being then placed on top by the importer or seller according to factory technical bulletin 266/8), grid recessed from the bumper, black hoods grids, six spoke Cromodora wheels with a large central plastic «Dino» badge in blue on yellow to cover the wheel bolts. Horn button badged «Dino», glove box opening from below, 3 switches (fan, hazard lights and rear defrost) corresponding to 3 lights on the left dashboard, fuse box visible from the glove box. Fog lights (depending on the option) integrated into the body of each side of the front grid. Optional rear view mirror. Pre-equipment for radio wiring, antenna and speakers already fitted on all models. Michelin tire XWX 205/70-14.

1-1 Engines:

First production V8 engine for Ferrari at 90° angle, 178.61 cu/in, 4 camshafts. (F106A type 000: 250 bhp at 7700 rpm (SAE), torque 209.76 ft/lbs at 5000 rpm). Compression ratio 8.8:1, bore 81mm, stroke 71mm. Gearing is different from the GTB/S in fifth with 1:3.529. Wet sump lubrication, two Magnetti Marelli S159A distributors and four exhaust pipes. 4 Weber 40 DCNF carburetors. For U.S.A., Japan, Australia: F106A: 240 bhp at 6 600 rpm (SAE), torque 195.21 ft/lbs at 5 000 rpm.

2- From 1976 to 1980: Ferrari 308 GT4 «Serie 2»:

Series badged with the «Cavallino Rampante», wide front grid, foglights behind it, Cromodora six spoke wheels badged «Cavallino Rampante» and chrome bolts. Horn button badged «Cavallino R ampante», glovebox lock and new front opening mechanism, 4 switches (fan, hazard, fog and speed wiper) on the left dashboard. New fixation for the rubber on the rear bumper. New spare wheel support ledge.

2-1 Engines:

Mid 1976, the F106A000 become F106A020 with a single distributor Magneti Marelli S127G distributor until 1978 and Magnetti Marelli AEI200A electronic ignition with SM805A distributor from chassis 14070 LHD 14020 RHD. From 1978, the power given on F106A020 engine is 230 bhp at 7700 rpm (DIN), torque 203.25 ft/lbs at 4600 rpm.

U.S.A., Australia and Japan models keep the two igniters with the gasoline vapor recovery system and air pump.

3- Options:

- Air conditioning. - Boxer paint scheme. - Metallic paint. - Mirror driver and passenger side on early cars (from 1976, driver mirror was factory standard). - Large front spoiler.

- Auto radio (head unit, dealer option). - Power windows (standard on the «Serie 2»). - Tinted windows (standard on the «Serie 2»). - Interior half-leathered or fully leathered (the standard interior was in cloth) with door trim incorporating the material of the seat cushion, smooth for «Serie 1» and quilted for «Serie 2».

- Sunroof.

- Fog lamps (standard on the «Serie 2» cars), except US version which is never equipped with it.

- Heated rear window (standard on U.S. version). - Five spoke wheels. - Goodyear Grand Prix 800s tyres. - Luggage platform instead of rear seats.

4- The differences between export standards:

- On all U.S. cars, an extra «Cavallino Rampante» on the tail. «Safety Light Warning» indicator on the left side of the dashboard with an additional door switch. Fog switch is replaced by the defroster one. More prominent bumpers, body reinforcements, rear apron, air pump device and specific front compartment layout (specific standards on impact and full size spare wheel unlike the Euro car), central backing-up light mounted on the rear bumper, big rectangular repetitors lights on front fenders (round on European model) and rectangular marker lights on the rear fender, Cromodora Astro III rear view mirror until 1976. Late 1977, catalytic device on the U.S. version with «Slow Down» lights above the air conditionning aerator.

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From 1973 to 1980: The Ferrari 308 GT4 versions In October 1973, Ferrari introduces a 2 + 2 hatchback designed by Bertone at the Paris auto show. The body is made of steel sheet, except the front and rear hoods which are aluminum on a steel structure. Chassis are numbered in an even sequence as were the 206 and 246 unlike previous Ferrari road models. At the beginning of production, the «Ferrari» brand does not appear, giving way to the name «Dino». 1- From 1973 to 1976 Ferrari 308 GT4 «Serie 1»: Series badged «Dino» until 1975 (some US cars had the two badges («Dino» and the Ferrari «Cavallino Rampante») just before the change of series, the «Cavallino Rampante» badge being then placed on top by the importer or seller according to factory technical bulletin 266/8), grid recessed from the bumper, black hoods grids, six spoke Cromodora wheels with a large central plastic «Dino» badge in blue on yellow to cover the wheel bolts. Horn button badged «Dino», glove box opening from below, 3 switches (fan, hazard lights and rear defrost) corresponding to 3 lights on the left dashboard, fuse box visible from the glove box. Fog lights (depending on the option) integrated into the body of each side of the front grid. Optional rear view mirror. Pre-equipment for radio wiring, antenna and speakers already fitted on all models. Michelin tire XWX 205/70-14.













1-1 Engines: First production V8 engine for Ferrari at 90° angle, 178.61 cu/in, 4 camshafts. (F106A type 000: 250 bhp at 7700 rpm (SAE), torque 209.76 ft/lbs at 5000 rpm). Compression ratio 8.8:1, bore 81mm, stroke 71mm. Gearing is different from the GTB/S in fifth with 1:3.529. Wet sump lubrication, two Magnetti Marelli S159A distributors and four exhaust pipes. 4 Weber 40 DCNF carburetors. For U.S.A., Japan, Australia: F106A: 240 bhp at 6 600 rpm (SAE), torque 195.21 ft/lbs at 5 000 rpm.

2- From 1976 to 1980: Ferrari 308 GT4 «Serie 2»: Series badged with the «Cavallino Rampante», wide front grid, foglights behind it, Cromodora six spoke wheels badged «Cavallino Rampante» and chrome bolts. Horn button badged «Cavallino R ampante», glovebox lock and new front opening mechanism, 4 switches (fan, hazard, fog and speed wiper) on the left dashboard. New fixation for the rubber on the rear bumper. New spare wheel support ledge.







2-1 Engines: Mid 1976, the F106A000 become F106A020 with a single distributor Magneti Marelli S127G distributor until 1978 and Magnetti Marelli AEI200A electronic ignition with SM805A distributor from chassis 14070 LHD 14020 RHD. From 1978, the power given on F106A020 engine is 230 bhp at 7700 rpm (DIN), torque 203.25 ft/lbs at 4600 rpm.

U.S.A., Australia and Japan models keep the two igniters with the gasoline vapor recovery system and air pump.

3- Options: - Air conditioning. - Boxer paint scheme. - Metallic paint. - Mirror driver and passenger side on early cars (from 1976, driver mirror was factory standard). - Large front spoiler.

- Auto radio (head unit, dealer option). - Power windows (standard on the «Serie 2»). - Tinted windows (standard on the «Serie 2»). - Interior half-leathered or fully leathered (the standard interior was in cloth) with door trim incorporating the material of the seat cushion, smooth for «Serie 1» and quilted for «Serie 2».





- Sunroof.

- Fog lamps (standard on the «Serie 2» cars), except US version which is never equipped with it.

- Heated rear window (standard on U.S. version). - Five spoke wheels. - Goodyear Grand Prix 800s tyres. - Luggage platform instead of rear seats.

4- The differences between export standards: - On all U.S. cars, an extra «Cavallino Rampante» on the tail. «Safety Light Warning» indicator on the left side of the dashboard with an additional door switch. Fog switch is replaced by the defroster one. More prominent bumpers, body reinforcements, rear apron, air pump device and specific front compartment layout (specific standards on impact and full size spare wheel unlike the Euro car), central backing-up light mounted on the rear bumper, big rectangular repetitors lights on front fenders (round on European model) and rectangular marker lights on the rear fender, Cromodora Astro III rear view mirror until 1976. Late 1977, catalytic device on the U.S. version with «Slow Down» lights above the air conditionning aerator.










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