1993 FERRARI 348 GTS 3.4 V8 5MT (320 HP)

Vehicle Overview

In 1993 Ferrari brought a few changes to the 348 range for both coupe and open-top version, increasing the engine power and improving the car’s look.

The Testarossa was already an icon when Ferrari introduced the 348 in 1989, but the car came with some issues, which the carmaker discovered later when customers started complaining about them. Some of them were barely noticeable, but others were annoying. Ferrari engineers went back to their drawing board and fixed what they had to, and the new version was much better.

There were a few exterior modifications for the 1993 model. Ferrari moved the turn signals from the front bumpers’ sides to the fenders, and they were round and smaller. Also, on the non-facelifted version, the 348 featured a black lower apron front spoiler and side sills. These elements were body-colored on the 1993 model. As a targa-top, the GTS was the middle-road between the GTB and the Spyder. The carmaker decided to drop the grille-covered taillights in the rear, which the Testarossa inspired, and let the rectangular lamps exposed. In the middle, a chromed Ferrari badge replaced the previous black one.

Inside, the carmaker was more cautious with the finishes while using the same high-quality materials. It kept the high-bolstered seats and improved the audio system.

The engine was mounted longitudinally, and the gearbox was transverse. That unusual combination led to better weight distribution. The car received a wider track at the rear to improve the car’s handling, making the 348 better on cornering speeds. The electronic engine management was improved, leading to a 20 hp increase.