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Mid-Engine Revolution · 1982–1985

208 GTB Turbo

Profile & significance

Ferrari’s first turbocharged series road car: two-liter V8 with turbocharger , ≈220 hp, five-speed. Around 400-plus GTBs. Important precursor to the GTO/F40 turbo era. Market 53 53 53 59 60 60 61 61 62 63 26 27 === $80,000–$150,000. Turbo oil supply, heat-damaged hoses/wiring, wastegate condition and timing belts are primary concerns.

Talking points

  • Ferrari’s first turbocharged series road car: two-liter V8 with turbocharger , ≈220 hp, five-speed.
  • Important precursor to the GTO/F40 turbo era.
  • Market 53 53 53 59 60 60 61 61 62 63 26 27 === $80,000–$150,000.
  • Turbo oil supply, heat-damaged hoses/wiring, wastegate condition and timing belts are primary concerns.