First Impressions of the Ferrari 348 GTS for 1993
As time has gone by several things can be said about the Ferrari 348 GTS series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.
The restyled 348 GTS Base is equipped with a 3.4-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 32 valves. The engine is mated to a Ferrari five-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1992 version.
The 1993 348 GTS’s standard fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected MFI style of design. The fuel capacity of the car is 12 gallons.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a manual-steering rack-style configuration. The 348 GTS uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the 348 GTS Base are inches long by inches wide.
Pricing is a vital consideration when shopping for a car. The Ferrari 348 GTS lists at an industry-average price when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-average price. This price was average compared to the industry average price for a 2-door coupe.
The 348 GTS Base received an fuel efficiency rating of 17 MPG driving in the city and 23 when it came to highway driving. The gas-powered 348 GTS is a non-green car.
In 1992 and 1993 the 348 GTS Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors.
The standard warranty period for the 348 GTS is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market.
In summation the 1993 Ferrari 348 GTS Base was a pivotal vehicle. Ferrari responded to critisims about the 1992 348 GTS and made sweeping changes. The result is a great car and even better coupe. Let’s hope the Ferrari 348 GTS for 1993 is a sign of the future.