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2006 Sydney Classic Auction Monday March 6
Lot
14

1987 Ferrari Mondial 3.2 'Quattrovalvole' Coupe

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Specifications

Engine 3.2 litre V8 4-valve
Gearbox 5-speed manual
Body Work Two door Coupe
Colour Red

Description

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The Pininfarina-designed Mondial followed the Bertone-bodied 308 GT4 in the late 1970s as Ferrari's first true four-seater mid-engined sports model.

While it was based on the 308 platform the Mondial featured a longer wheelbase, allowing two small adults to squeeze into the rear compartment.

Initially introduced with a 235HP 2-valve 3.0 litre V8 engine, the Mondial's performance was enhanced with the introduction of the Quattrovalvole (4-valve) cylinder heads combined with an increase in engine capacity to 3.2 litres in 1985, resulting in 260HP.

Enthusiasts rave about the Mondial's classic mid-engine handling, its excellent grip even in the wet, its beautiful Ferrari engine note and its excellent transmission, making it a very practical and also affordable Ferrari.