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1987 Ferrari 328 GTB

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£50,000

Mileage~124,852 KM (~77K Miles)
TransmissionManual
Engine3.2L
LocationWarwick

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1987 Ferrari 328 GTB

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Introduction

Darren Rungasamy

Photographer and Editor

The 328 is one of the most beautiful modern-era Ferraris and offers a sensible entry point to the illustrious brand.

Based on the 1970s 308 Series of Ferrari, the 328 took over in 1985 with modifications to the body, interior trim, chassis and engine. The car's sales success and comparative functionality, along with a positive reputation for reliability, and manageable ownership costs helped elevate the 328 as one of the most sought-after models to come out of Maranello.

The most significant transformation over the original was the installation of the fuel-injected 3.2L Tipo F105CB V8 engine, helping to rectify the original car's criticism for a lack of power. Transversely mounted just behind the passenger seats, the mid-engine layout gave the car a superbly balanced road-holding ability. Housed in an appealing hand-built Pininfarina-styled galvanised steel body within an oval-shaped tubular steel frame, the 328 GTB is a surprisingly rare version of the model, with just ~130 RHD models built.

This 1987 right-hand-drive example has a smart exterior presentation with a tan leather interior and black leather dashboard, it comes with a current MOT valid until November this year and recently had nearly £5k spend in April, including fresh cam belts. The car has an excellent history file from its time in the UK and has a few areas a new owner may want to improve over time.

This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting Charles the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

Driving the 328 is a great driving experience; the V8 behind you sounds amazing!

The car belongs to Charles’ wife who used it as an occasional car after buying it back in 2010.

The Ferrari has been well looked after during the couple's ownership, as you'll see from invoices in the history file, and has always been kept in secure storage ever since obtaining it.

The car is now for sale simply due to the lack of use in recent years.

Charles will be happy to answer any questions about the car in the comments section below.

Charles

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EXTERIOR VIDEO

Exterior

Smartly presented in Rosso Red, the curvy styling and proportions still look sensational and turn heads.

Wheels and Tyres

The 16” Cromodora alloys are smartly displayed and show no significant signs of age- very good condition.

The car is fitted with a set of Toyo Proxis tyres, they’re over 10 years old with around minimum legal required tread, so could do with replacement soon.

Bodywork

The body displays nicely and is free of distracting damage, other than a handful of easily treatable minor dents on the offside outer sill, the rear edge of the nearside wing and the passenger door. There is also a very light dent on the roof above the driver-side door that you can see if you catch the light. As mentioned these are not thought to be concerning meaning a dent specialist may be able to remedy easily.

We also spotted some damage on the lower offside rear arch, mild bubbles on the nearside lower rear arch and the lip of the scuttle panel just above the rear bumper. All doors open and close without obstruction, and the panel fit is good throughout. In some shots you may notice the engine cover lid being slightly out of line, this is our fault for not shutting it properly.

The underside, floor pan and engine of the car are solid, and the front under tray and lowest section of the front panel display scuffs - typical of speed humps wear. There is an indentation on the offside rear section of the lower sill, just in front of the rear wheel.

We think a little time spent on remedying these points will pay dividend and bring the car up to a very good standard.

We've highlighted in more detail our observations through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer, and for you to assess the condition of the car for yourselves.

Paint

The Rosso red paint finish has an excellent lustre, a consistent hue and a deep gloss - the tone is consistent around the car, even in direct sunlight.

Of course, there are a few minor blemishes on the paint and you'll see these in the images. To help point them out, we noticed a small fracture was spotted on the nearside corner of the nose, a touch-up on the edge of the nearside rear wing, a minor run on the nearside front wing arch and a small mark on the roof above the driver side door and some paint wearing thin neat it.

However, the overall verdict is a car free of any significant stone chips and displays very positively - again some simple remedies of the areas noted above will pay dividend and bring the car up a leve.

The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there for yourselves. So please take the time to fully assess these high-resolution images and videos of the car, for you to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint.

Glass and Trim

The glass and seals are in great shape and the body trim presents well.

All of the lights and lenses are in good order.

The rear under panel has a fracture on the nearside corner.

The bumpers are flush to the body with just the rear bumper having a chip and paint crack on the offside corner, along with minor marks elsewhere.

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INTERIOR VIDEO

Interior

In need of a little TLC, the cabin is still an inviting prospect and fully original - a comfy and driver focused feel from the moment you sit inside.

Seats and Carpets

The tan leather seats show age-related wear and would make ideal candidates for a reconnollising - a low cost project that would making a huge improvement to the look.

The inner driver's seat bolster is damaged and needs some attention.

The interior carpets also show signs of age but are all damp-free.

Dashboard

The black leather dashboard presents positively, with no cracks spotted on the black padding. There is minor wear on the edge of the binnacle, but otherwise, the leather has lasted well. It's just the centre console has mild signs of age.

All of the dials and controls display cleanly, all are believed to work as they should.

The door cards and headlining are in good condition, there is a little wear noted on the lower footwell trim. The front and rear luggage areas are tidy, the rear luggage rubber seal has split.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The original three-spoke leather-rimmed steering wheel presents positively.

The gear knob has fractured, with some wear noted on the gate.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO

Mechanics

This is where the 328 shines; the driving experience is 100% Ferrari and sounds as glorious as it looks.

Engine and Gearbox

The engine fires up immediately, as the dashboard warning lights remain off. The engine idled evenly, free of any exhaust smoke.

The engine displays well, with decent ancillaries and hoses. There are some signs of age noted on some components, but these appear to be cosmetic. We didn't spot any fluid leaks during our visit.

The gearbox works particularly well, as the oil warmed up, it became slicker and smoother.

The clutch is well-weighted and operates without any issues.

Suspension and Brakes

The ride is even and balanced, with no unwanted noises heard from the wheels. The car corners without any knocks and deals with the roads with no negative feedback.

The braking is impressive, stopping the car without drama, we slowed the car down from dual carriageway speeds down to 30, with no pulling from the steering wheel.

Please note we referred to the On the Road video as the car being fitted with ABS, this 1987 Model year 328 is not fitted with it.

The Drive

The mid-mounted V8 3.2-litre quattrovalvole engine likes to sing at a higher rev range. Around town, it's civil and docile but once on the open road it creates a spell that encourages you to press the gas pedal.

Adam was driving the Ferrari on this particular occasion as part of our VIP Auction package. Once warmed up, the engine became smoother with every passing minute. Free of electronic safety nets, the physical experience of the sharp unassisted steering, the very effective brakes and the slick dogleg gearbox is very impressive.

The steering while razor sharp, had no play but we felt minor vibrations on the steering wheel, which might just be down to wheel balancing and maybe a light rumble from a wheel bearing. The engine pulls exceptionally well with smoothness to its reaction to acceleration. It felt nimble and the ride quality was surprisingly civil and comfortable.

It goes without saying the car grips the road perfectly - all the right ingredients for an intoxicating and immersive experience.

The oil pressure and engine temperature stayed in check during our 20-minute drive, the car starts up immediately when warm too.

Electrics and Other

Everything works as expected, except we noticed the passenger door window lift is not operational (both switches) and both wing mirror motors struggle to adjust - the motors make a noise and the glass does move because it's tight on the surround, hindering its movement.

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History and Paperwork

A fantastic opportunity to own a pre-ABS 328 coming from long ownership that's been well maintained and needs a little improvement.

First registered in 1987 for the Hong Kong market, this RHD car comes with a folder full of provenance from new - this includes 21 invoices for servicing. Pre-1999 invoices include HK Ferrari dealer servicing and maintenance, including clutch/suspension/coil work and a considerable amount of body repairs.

The car was imported into the UK in 1999 and retains a regular record of maintenance and servicing, including a new clutch, starter motor, brakes, suspension parts and sundry work.

The most recent work was carried out in March 2025, covering the machining of the cylinder head, head gasket, thermostat and service at the cost of £4,800. £2,200 worth of work on the cooling system was carried out in November 2024. It has an MOT to November 2025 and will be MOT and Road tax exempt in 2 years.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and also actioned a history check on the vehicle - this is a professional check operated by HPI that will highlight if the car has been previously stolen, recorded as being in an accident, or have any outstanding finance - note, this does not include a mileage history check.

We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment of the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming.

If there's anything you're unsure about, no matter how small, then please first ask the owner in the comments area below before placing your bids, as bids can't be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car - just like a traditional auction house.

Service History

Date	Type	Mileage
24-03-2025	Specialist Service / Cam Belt	24,831 km
05-11-2024	Cooling repairs	24,825 km
06-11-2024	MOT	24,825 km
06-04-2021	Specialist Service / Cam Belt	24,818 km
09-03-2021	MOT	24,814 km
27-06-2016	MOT	24,671 km
19-05-2012	Specialist Service / Cam Belt
23-04-2012	MOT	23,280 km
14-02-2011	MOT	21,391 km
21-11-2009	MOT	19,098 km
12-08-2009	Specialist Service / Cam Belt / Clutch assembly
04-11-2008	MOT	15,447 km
21-04-2008	Specialist Service	11,407 km
24-10-2007	MOT	10,187 km
19-10-2007	Flywheel + Starter Motor	9,904 km
29-05-2007	Wishbone bushes	5,506 km
04-05-2007	Specialist Service / Cam Belt	3,981 km
16-09-2006	MOT	100,391 km
20-10-2005	Specialist Service / Front Disc & Pads	98,501 km
12-10-2005	MOT	98,477 km
30-10-2004	MOT	93,159 km
08-10-2005	Specialist Service / Cambelt	92,967 km
24-07-2004	Starter Motor	89,882 km
27-02-2004	Specialist Service / Head Gasket / Tensioners	78,165 km
26-11-2003	Specialist Service
07-08-2003	Specialist Service / Clutch	54,425 km
05-11-2002	Specialist Service / Cambelt / Water Pump	28,299 km
16-07-2002	MOT	33,513 km
26-05-2000	Specialist Service	33,078 km
19-09-1998	Ferrari Service / Cam Belt / Radiator	27,101 km
18-02-1998	Ferrari Front brake modifcations	26,000 km
29-09-1997	Ferrari Service	24,752 km
13-01-1997	Ferrari Service	23,486 km
19-09-1995	Ferrari Fuel Pump	20,886 km
29-06-1995	Ferrari Cam Belt	20,419 km
28-11-1994	Ferrari Service	18,757 km
19-01-1991	Ferrari Service / Cambelt / Water Pump
13-04-1989	Ferrari Service	9,935 km
20-09-1989	Ferrari Service	6,380 km
28-04-1988	Ferrari Service	4,153 km
17-12-1987	Ferrari Service	1,271 km

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Key Details

Model328 GTB
Transmission5-Speed Manual
Build Year1987
UK Reg. Date10-06-2000
Import CountryHong Kong
CC3185
Mileage24,852km +100,000km
HistorySince Import
ColourRed
Interior ColourCream
Interior TrimLeather
Chassis #ZFFWA19C000073435
Engine #2840
Last Service24-03-2025
MOTYes Exp. 05-11-2025
MOT ExemptNo - In 2 Years
Road Tax ExemptNo - In 2 Years
HPi ClearYes - all clear
UK Former Keepers5
Tyre BrandToyo Proxes
Tyre Age2008
LHD or RHDRHD
VisitedYes
Sale TypePrivate - VIP Auction
Owned15 Years
Key FeatureOriginality
Vehicle RegistrationE876 FTM
Driver’s SideRHD
Fuel TypePetrol
Body Type2-door Coupe
Auction ID2759

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Seller : CharlesH Sale Date 31.12.2025

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8 Comments

Meakin

1 month ago

Hi Charles,
What are the fixings on the rear parcel shelf?
If for race belts,any track work done?
Thankyou.

CharlesH

Seller

Meakin

1 month ago

Hi, thank you for your interest in the car. On purchasing the car we became involved with the Ferrari Owners Club and consequently my wife did do two or three track days with the car. She also competed in the FOC Hillclimb championship hence the brackets for race belts.
CharlesH

rklymer

1 month ago

Hi, does the car come with any photos of the crash/accident damage and the subsequent repair? Does this make it harder to insure or is it irrelevant as it didn’t happen in the UK?

CharlesH

Seller

rklymer

1 month ago

Hi thank you for your interest in the car. I assume you are referring to the repair mentioned in the paperwork way back in 1996. I do not have any photos of the damage, however as you can see it was repaired by a Ferrari specialist out in HK and of course I had the car inspected before I bought it. You can see the quality of the car by the images and videos. The car has never been written off or recorded as such. Insuring the car has never been a problem and generally comes in at between £300-£350 per year as per the example Trade Classics has sourced from Classic Line insurance.
Charles’s

Tonka

1 month ago

Hi, can I come and view the car please? I am local to you so easy to pop over anytime.

ColinB

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Tonka

1 month ago

Hi,

We can help organise a viewing for you, If you could send an email to hello@tradeclassics.com we just need to do some checks first.

Thanks,
Colin.

bellhelmet

1 month ago

Can you explain the whining from the engine please

Adam Purrier - Trade Classics

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bellhelmet

1 month ago

Hi, I’m not sure there is any whining – sounds right to me – it’s just had fresh service / cam belts too. Here’s another 328 starting up and sounds similar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MwgQofFXcM

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