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288 GTO

Ferrari’s twin-turbo V8 berlinetta built for Group B homologation; Ferrari calls it simply the “GTO”. 272 were built.

Ferrari 288 GTO (Wikimedia Commons: Ferrari 288 GTO)
Ferrari 288 GTO (Wikimedia Commons: Ferrari 288 GTO)
Photo: Calreyn88 · CC BY-SA 4.0
272BuiltIndependently researched
273288 GTO (Ultimatecarpage)Independently researched
9Chassis documentedin this archive
?SurvivingNot yet verified
Contents
  1. 01Overview
  2. 02Production & history
  3. 03Specifications
  4. 04Colours & options
  5. 05Individual cars
  6. 06Reference

01Overview

At a glance

Built
272 Built
Years
1984–1985
Engine
Rear, longitudinal 90° V8, twin turbochargers · 2,855.08 cc / 2.9 LFactory: 2,855.08 cc
Power
294 kW / 400 PSFactory: 294 kW
Top speed
305 km/hFactory: 305 km/h
Body
Not yet verified
Designer
Leonardo Fioravanti at Pininfarina
Surviving
Not yet verified

Sources and any conflicting figures are in the sections below.

Why it matters

Ferrari planned some 200 cars to homologate the GTO for Group B racing; the series was never raced, but demand pushed production to 272. Its Evoluzione derivative became a test bed for the F40.

How rare is it?

Six separate kinds of rarity – never combined into one number.

Model rarityVery Rare 272 · Built1,2,3,4
Specification rarityNot yet assessed
Colour rarityNot yet assessed
Individual rarityNot yet assessed
Historical rarityNot yet assessed
Survival rarityNot yet assessed

Each kind of rarity is rated separately and never combined.

Photos

Exterior, interior and detail photos with their licences.

02Production & history

Production

Every figure says what it counts.

What is countedFigureBasisStatus
Total model productionAll 288 GTOs, 1984–1985 (excluding Evoluzione) 2721,2,3,4Strongest evidence Factory production Independently researched
Total model production288 GTO (Ultimatecarpage) 2735 Factory production Independently researched
Why more than one figure?

Ultimatecarpage gives 273; RM Sotheby’s, Motor Sport, Octane and Girardo give 272. Ferrari’s own page gives no figure.

Independent counts (e.g. engine and colour) are never combined into a calculated figure. Surviving examples are never presented as original production.

History

The GTO was revealed at the Geneva show in March 1984. Its longitudinally mounted twin-turbo V8 sat in a tubular steel frame with body panels mostly of composites. All cars were left-hand drive; the UK list price was £73,000.

Variants

How each version differs from the standard 288 GTO.

Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione

Built
5 Built11,3,5
Rarity
Ultra Rare
Years
1985–1986
In the chassis register
6 documented

How it differs from the standard 288 GTO

A racing development of the GTO for Group B: only five were built, plus a prototype on a standard GTO chassis. The cars later served as test beds for the F40.

Supercar Nostalgia gives the engine stages as 530 bhp at 7,500 rpm (F114 CR, October 1984) and 650 bhp at 7,800 rpm (F114 CK, September 1985).

Production

What is countedFigureBasisStatus
Factory package productionGTO Evoluzione cars (excluding the prototype on a standard chassis) 511,3,5Strongest evidence Factory production Independently researched
Factory package productionGTO Evoluzione cars including the prototype 64,12 Factory production Independently researched
Factory package productionFive Evoluzioni known to survive: three in private hands and two in institutional collections (Tom Hartley Jnr); Motor1 Italia estimates five remain, one in the Ferrari museum. 59,10 Surviving examples Independently researched
Why more than one figure?

Six counts the prototype built on a standard GTO chassis (50253); five counts only the purpose-built Evoluzione cars.

Independent counts (e.g. engine and colour) are never combined into a calculated figure. Surviving examples are never presented as original production.

Specification differences

Engine

Engine codeF114 CK6 Independently researchedEarlier stage F114 CR (October 1984): 7.8:1 compression, 1.4 bar boost, 530 bhp at 7,500 rpm. Tom Hartley Jnr says only three Evoluzioni received the full competition engine.
Compression ratio7.8:1 (road 288 GTO: 7.6:1)7,8 Independently researched
InductionTwin IHI turbochargers, larger than the road car; early F114 CR engine ran 1.4 bar boost (road car 0.8 bar)7 Independently researched
Power 485 kW / 659 PSFactory: 650 hp · converted6,9 Independently researchedSources state 'bhp'.
Power at 7,800 rpm6 Independently researched
Torque 667 NmFactory: 667 Nm8 Independently researched

Chassis, body & dimensions

ChassisGTO tubular frame with thinner steel tubes and extensive composite reinforcement; carbon-fibre tub with aluminium floors6,9 Independently researchedSupercar Nostalgia reports it as three times stiffer and 40% lighter than the GTO structure.
Front suspensionDouble wishbones, coil springs, coaxial Koni dampers, thicker anti-roll bar than the GTO6 Independently researched
Rear suspensionDouble wishbones, coil springs, coaxial Koni dampers, thicker anti-roll bar than the GTO6 Independently researched
BrakesLarger Brembo ventilated discs with uprated calipers6 Independently researched
Body constructionComposite body panels (fibreglass and Kevlar), carbon-fibre rear wing9,10 Independently researched
Dry weight 940 kgFactory: 940 kg9,10 Independently researchedNeither source states whether 940 kg is dry or kerb; filed as dry weight for a competition car – verify. Girardo & Co give 'about 920kg' after the weight-reduction programme.

Performance

Maximum speed 370 km/hFactory: 229.9 mph · converted9 Independently researchedSupercar Nostalgia: 'beyond 225 mph' with the CK engine. All are claimed, not independently measured.
0–60 mph 4 s8 Independently researchedQV500 says 0 to 125 mph in under ten seconds.

Only values published separately for this variant. Everything else: see the 288 GTO specification on this page.

03Specifications

Technical specifications

Engine

Engine familyFerrari 90° V8, derived from the 308 GTB Quattrovalvole unit (destroked, twin-turbo)13 Independently researchedGirardo & Co instead describe the engine as a road-honed descendant of Ferrari's twin-turbo unit in the Lancia LC2; Motor Sport says it was closer in spirit to the Lancia unit but based on the 308 QV V8.
Engine codeF114B2,12 Independently researched
LayoutRear, longitudinal 90° V8, twin turbochargers14
Displacement 2,855.08 cc / 2.9 LFactory: 2,855.08 cc14
Bore 80 mmFactory: 80 mm14
Stroke 71 mmFactory: 71 mm14
Compression ratio7.6 : 114
ValvetrainTwin overhead camshafts per bank, four valves per cylinder14
Fuel systemWeber-Marelli electronic injection14
InductionTwin IHI turbochargers with Behr intercoolers2 Independently researched
Power 294 kW / 400 PSFactory: 294 kW14Also reported: 400 hp14 Discrepancy
Power at 7,000 rpm14
Torque 496 NmFactory: 496 Nm14
Torque at 3,800 rpm14

Transmission & drivetrain

GearboxFive-speed manual, twin-plate clutch14
Gears514
Driven wheelsRear15 Independently researched

Chassis, body & dimensions

ChassisTubular steel frame14
Front suspensionDouble wishbones, coil springs, coaxial Koni dampers, anti-roll bar13,15 Independently researched
Rear suspensionDouble wishbones, coil springs, coaxial Koni dampers, anti-roll bar13,15 Independently researched
BrakesVentilated disc brakes on all four wheels15,16 Independently researched
SteeringRack and pinion15 Independently researched
Body constructionTwo-seat berlinetta, body panels mostly composites or resin14
Wheelbase 2,450 mmFactory: 2,450 mm14
Length 4,290 mmFactory: 4,290 mm14
Width 1,910 mmFactory: 1,910 mm14
Height 1,120 mmFactory: 1,120 mm14
Front track 1,559 mmFactory: 1,559 mm14
Rear track 1,562 mmFactory: 1,562 mm14
Kerb weightNot yet verified
Dry weight 1,160 kgFactory: 1,160 kg14

Performance

Maximum speed 305 km/hFactory: 305 km/h14Also reported: 189 mph1
0–100 km/h 4.9 s14
Fuel tank 120 LFactory: 120 L14

“Not yet verified” means no source has been checked for that value yet. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap.

04Colours & options

Factory colours & interiors

Original paint and trim, with the number of cars in each where a source gives it.

Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.

Factory options & codes

Codes are shown exactly as written by the manufacturer.

Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.

05Individual cars

Chassis register

Every documented car, with its colours, history and where it is now. Open a row for the full record. Known chassis are not automatically authenticated originals.

ChassisVariantBuiltOriginal colourWhere nowStatus
50253Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione———Historically documented

Prototype on a standard GTO chassis.

11

The full story of 50253 →

70167Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione———Historically documented
11

The full story of 70167 →

70205Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione———Historically documented
11

The full story of 70205 →

79887Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione———Historically documented
11

The full story of 79887 →

79888Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione———Historically documented
11

The full story of 79888 →

79889Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione———Historically documented
11

The full story of 79889 →

55223Standard——Private collectionHistorically documented

The 130th GTO built. Stolen from a hotel garage in Cannes about nine days after delivery, then recovered.

VIN
ZFFPA16B000055223
Where now
Private collection
  1. 1985-02-12
    Factory Completed.1
  2. 1985-05-10
    Delivery Delivered new in Maranello to a German collector.1
  3. 1985-05
    Historical event Stolen from a hotel garage in Cannes about nine days later; recovered.1
  4. 2020
    Auction Sold at RM Sotheby’s “Driving into Summer” (online), lot 279; three owners from new, 23,555 km. 2,310,000 USD1
1
56761Standard——Private collectionHistorically documented
VIN
ZFFPA16B000056761
Where now
Private collection
  1. 2019-01
    Auction Sold at RM Sotheby’s Arizona, lot 149, with 2,900 miles. 3,360,000 USD17
17
58335Standard—Rosso Corsa (300/6)Private collectionHistorically documented
VIN
ZFFPA16B000058335
Engine number
002742 Independently researched
Original exterior
Rosso Corsa (300/6)2 Independently researched
Original interior
Black leather (VM 8500)2 Independently researched
Where now
Private collection
  1. Date unknown
    Delivery Sold new by Hollywood Sports Cars, Los Angeles.2
  2. 2010-02
    Other Ferrari Classiche certification (Red Book) issued.2
  3. 2022-08
    Auction Sold at RM Sotheby’s Monterey, lot 334; 15,004 km. 4,405,000 USD2
2

Competition history

Every race result of the individual cars, in date order. Click a chassis number to open its full record in the register.

Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.

Auction & sale history

Documented public sales of the individual cars. Click a chassis number to open its full record in the register.

DateChassisEvent
2019-0156761Sold at RM Sotheby’s Arizona, lot 149, with 2,900 miles. 3,360,000 USD (incl. premium)17
202055223Sold at RM Sotheby’s “Driving into Summer” (online), lot 279; three owners from new, 23,555 km. 2,310,000 USD1
2022-0858335Sold at RM Sotheby’s Monterey, lot 334; 15,004 km. 4,405,000 USD2

See one in person

Museums where an example of this car can be seen.

No example is documented on public display yet. Have a source? Contribute it.

06Reference

Identification guide

How to tell an original from a replica or later conversion.

Being verified against factory or registry sources before it is published. Have a source? Contribute it.

Sources

Each number links to the exact facts it supports.

  1. 1
    1985 Ferrari 288 GTO, “Driving into Summer”, lot 279 Level C RM Sotheby’s
    • “A total of 272 examples were built.”
    • 189 mph
    • Completed 12 Feb 1985, the 130th GTO built
    • Delivered 10 May 1985 in Maranello
    • Stolen in Cannes, recovered
    • Sold $2,310,000
    • Chassis ZFFPA16B000055223
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  2. 2
    1985 Ferrari 288 GTO, Monterey 2022, lot 334 Level C RM Sotheby’s
    • One of 272 examples built
    • “Tipo F114B V-8 engine”
    • twin IHI turbochargers, dual Behr intercoolers
    • Engine no. 00274
    • Rosso Corsa paint (300/6)
    • Nero leather (VM 8500)
    • Sold new by Hollywood Sports Cars
    • Red Book issued Feb 2010
    • Sold $4,405,000
    • Chassis ZFFPA16B000058335
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  3. 3
    Ferrari 288GTO Level C Richard Heseltine · Motor Sport · 2008-04
    • 272 built
    • five Evoluzione prototypes
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  4. 4
    Ferrari 288 GTO – driving and celebrating the legend Level C Ben Barry · Octane · 2025-06-23
    • Only 272 were produced
    • “one of only six”
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  5. 5
    Ferrari 288 GTO Level C Ultimatecarpage.com
    • 273 built
    • Five cars were constructed
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  6. 6
    Guide: Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione – a historical & technical appraisal Level C Supercar Nostalgia
    • F114 CK (September 1985) ... 650 bhp at 7,800 rpm
    • F114 CK ... 650 bhp at 7,800 rpm
    • 650 bhp at 7,800 rpm
    • thinner steel tubes and extensive composite reinforcement
    • double wishbones, coil springs, co-axial Koni dampers, thicker anti-roll bars
    • Brembo bigger ventilated discs and beefier calipers
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  7. 7
    Ferrari 288 GTO, part 2: 288 GTO Evoluzione Level C QV500.com, via Wayback Machine
    • compression being increased to 7.8:1 from the 288's 7.6:1
    • larger diameter IHI turbochargers
    • turbo pressure cranked up to 1.4 bar (compared to 0.8 bar for road car)
    Accessed 2026-11-13
  8. 8
    1985 - 1986 Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione Specifications Level C Ultimatecarpage.com
    • Compression 7.8:1
    • Torque 667 Nm / 492 ft lbs
    • 0-60 mph 4.0 s
    Accessed 2026-11-13
  9. 9
    Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione, chassis 79887 (sold) Level C Tom Hartley Jnr
    • from 400 bhp (standard GTO) to 650 bhp
    • Lightweight carbon fibre tub with aluminium floors
    • Modified bodywork in fibreglass and Kevlar; carbon fibre rear wing
    • 940 kg, about 220 kg less than the standard 288 GTO
    • Top speed: 229.9 mph
    • one of 3 Evos in private hands; other two in institutional collections
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  10. 10
    Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione, la “madre” della F40 va all’asta Level C Motor1.com Italia
    • carrozzeria in kevlar e fibra di vetro
    • Peso: 940 kg
    • Si stima che al mondo ne siano rimasti solo cinque esemplari
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  11. 11
    Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione – a historical & technical appraisal Level C Ben Tyer · Supercar Nostalgia · 2019-08-11
    • “Only five GTO Evoluziones were built (plus a prototype…)”
    • Evoluzione chassis list: 50253
    • Evoluzione chassis list: 70167
    • Evoluzione chassis list: 70205
    • Evoluzione chassis list: 79887
    • Evoluzione chassis list: 79888
    • Evoluzione chassis list: 79889
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  12. 12
    Girardo & Co’s guide to the Ferrari 288 GTO Level C Girardo & Co · 2026-02-12
    • “only six were built”
    • Tipo F114B
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  13. 13
    Ferrari 288GTO Level C Motor Sport · 2008-04-01
    • destroked 32-valve V8 borrowed from the 308GTB QV
    • Double wishbones, coil springs and anti-roll bars at both ends
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  14. 14
    Ferrari GTO (1984) – official model page incl. technical specifications Level A Ferrari S.p.A.
    • Type: rear, longitudinal 90° V8
    • Total displacement 2855.08 cc
    • Bore/stroke 80 x 71 mm
    • Compression ratio 7.6 : 1
    • Valve actuation: twin overhead camshafts per bank, four valves per cylinder
    • Fuel feed: Weber-Marelli electronic injection, twin turbos
    • 294 kW (400 hp)
    • “294 kW (400 hp) at 7000 rpm”
    • at 7000 rpm
    • “496 Nm (51 kgm) at 3800 rpm”
    • at 3800 rpm
    • Transmission 5-speed + reverse; twin-plate clutch
    • 5-speed + reverse
    • Frame: tubular steel
    • most of the body panels are made of composites or resin
    • Wheelbase 2450 mm
    • Length 4290 mm
    • Width 1910 mm
    • Height 1120 mm
    • Front track 1559 mm
    • Rear track 1562 mm
    • Weight 1160 kg (dry)
    • Top speed 305 km/h
    • 0–100 km/h 4.9 sec
    • Fuel tank 120 litres
    Limitations: Current web page; production figure and designer not stated. Accessed 2026-11-11
  15. 15
    Ferrari 288 GTO – specifications Level C Ultimatecarpage.com
    • Rear-wheel drive, 5-speed manual (Specifications)
    • Double wishbones, coil springs, coaxial Koni dampers, anti-roll bar
    • Ventilated discs, all round
    • Steering: rack-and-pinion
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  16. 16
    1985 Ferrari 288 GTO (chassis 58335), Monterey 2022 Level C RM Sotheby's
    • large ventilated disc brakes
    Accessed 2026-11-11
  17. 17
    RM Sotheby’s sees standout prices and strong bidder turnout at $37 million Arizona sale Level C RM Sotheby’s (press release) · 2019-01
    • 2,900-mile 288 GTO, $3,360,000 incl. premium
    • Chassis ZFFPA16B000056761
    Accessed 2026-11-11

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