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So many repeating patterns! Love it!
Whitewall Wednesday, LG
You’ve got the vibe down right.
Crushed by randomness
The Ferrari 308 GTSi, introduced in 1980, was a refined evolution of the popular 308 series. This version featured a fuel-injected 2.9-liter V8 engine, producing 214 horsepower, replacing the carbureted version for better emissions control and reliability.
The "GTS" stands for "Gran Turismo Spider," featuring a removable targa top, making it a stylish open-top sports car. Known for its sleek Pininfarina design, the 308 GTSi offered both thrilling performance and everyday usability. With a mid-engine layout and excellent handling, it became a favorite among driving enthusiasts.
The 308 GTSi also gained pop culture fame as the car driven by Magnum P.I. in the famous TV series, cementing its place in automotive history.
The "GTS" stands for "Gran Turismo Spider," featuring a removable targa top, making it a stylish open-top sports car. Known for its sleek Pininfarina design, the 308 GTSi offered both thrilling performance and everyday usability. With a mid-engine layout and excellent handling, it became a favorite among driving enthusiasts.
The 308 GTSi also gained pop culture fame as the car driven by Magnum P.I. in the famous TV series, cementing its place in automotive history.
The Ferrari 208 GTB/GTS Turbo, produced between 1982 and 1985, was a significant model in Ferrari's lineup. It was the first road-going Ferrari to feature a turbocharged engine, developed as a response to Italy's high tax on cars with engines larger than 2.0 liters.
Powered by a 2.0-liter V8 turbocharged engine, it produced 220 horsepower, offering impressive performance for its size. The 208 was available in two versions: GTB (Berlinetta) and GTS (Spider), with the latter featuring a removable targa roof.
Its sleek design and compact dimensions made it agile, while the turbo boost provided thrilling acceleration. The 208 GTB/GTS Turbo remains a unique and important part of Ferrari's history.
Powered by a 2.0-liter V8 turbocharged engine, it produced 220 horsepower, offering impressive performance for its size. The 208 was available in two versions: GTB (Berlinetta) and GTS (Spider), with the latter featuring a removable targa roof.
Its sleek design and compact dimensions made it agile, while the turbo boost provided thrilling acceleration. The 208 GTB/GTS Turbo remains a unique and important part of Ferrari's history.
It truly is a killer tail light on you Impala.
Love that spare tire tray too!
Love that spare tire tray too!
Life is at a 100 years!
The mind boggles.
A shift in perspective changes everything, especially if you’re trying to get over the mountain. Road engineering is an art form all its own.
A shift in perspective changes everything, especially if you’re trying to get over the mountain. Road engineering is an art form all its own.
And furthermore…
This sums up my feelings about cars as human expression.
Wake up! It’s time to sort the flux into some form of mobility.
Forward to the Past!
J DeLorean— the wild man.
J DeLorean— the wild man.
I may start drinking early today if more Alfas like this show up! My concentration is shot.
Tipo 33 in our very own garage here at CarCulture.
Fortunately, there is no sound yet on WC so we don’t have to worry about the straight eight decimating our dental work. Otherwise, we would all would be on the floor.
Thanks to /aesthetic for his true grit.
Tipo 33 in our very own garage here at CarCulture.
Fortunately, there is no sound yet on WC so we don’t have to worry about the straight eight decimating our dental work. Otherwise, we would all would be on the floor.
Thanks to /aesthetic for his true grit.
Ferrari 512S Modulo Concept
Can you please tell me make, model year for your dream machine? From the small bumpers, I guess it’s pre 1970s?
Yup, every car has a story.
The Ferrari 208 GTB/GTS, produced between 1980 and 1986, was a smaller-displacement version of the 308 series, primarily aimed at the Italian market due to tax regulations on cars with engines over 2 liters. It featured a 2.0-liter V8 engine, which, despite its smaller size, produced a respectable 155 horsepower.
Available as both a GTB (coupe) and GTS (Targa top), it retained the same sleek design and styling of the 308, with pop-up headlights and a low, aggressive stance. While not as powerful as its 308 sibling, the 208 GTB/GTS was still praised for its handling and driving dynamics.
Available as both a GTB (coupe) and GTS (Targa top), it retained the same sleek design and styling of the 308, with pop-up headlights and a low, aggressive stance. While not as powerful as its 308 sibling, the 208 GTB/GTS was still praised for its handling and driving dynamics.
The Ferrari 308 GTB/GTS Quattrovalvole, produced between 1982 and 1985, is a significant model in Ferrari's sports car lineup. The term "Quattrovalvole" refers to the car's four-valve-per-cylinder V8 engine, which boosted performance and power output, making it more competitive during its time.
The 2.9-liter engine produced 240 horsepower, allowing for improved acceleration and top speed. Available as both a GTB (Berlinetta coupe) and GTS (Targa top), it combined classic Ferrari styling with enhanced aerodynamics. Its sleek design, pop-up headlights, and distinctive wedge shape made it iconic, cementing its status as a beloved Ferrari.
The 2.9-liter engine produced 240 horsepower, allowing for improved acceleration and top speed. Available as both a GTB (Berlinetta coupe) and GTS (Targa top), it combined classic Ferrari styling with enhanced aerodynamics. Its sleek design, pop-up headlights, and distinctive wedge shape made it iconic, cementing its status as a beloved Ferrari.
GM everyone
Debonair man and his clean car.
Ah cartist, such an elegant vision.
You’ve perfectly captured that 1970s Italian Va-va-boom.
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You’ve perfectly captured that 1970s Italian Va-va-boom.
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California dreaming in a ‘55 TBird!
Classic car heaven!
Classic car heaven!