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I've almost bought a couple of Ferraris in the past so I did research on the pricing of parts. Unless you want to spend as much if not more than what you get a running 308 GTB in decent shape for, then I'd pass on it.

If you're gonna go with a Ferrari drivetrain expect to spend close to $10-15k minimum for the engine and transmission. And that's for decent used items, not crated rebuilds. Then you need to get replacement radiators, cooling fans, coolant lines, ect for the cooling system. Another $2-3k. Don't forget the dual gas tanks and fuel pumps also. If you want a nice track car for low bucks, pick up a 308 GT4 and strip it out. it has slightly better balance than a 308 GTB and you can find them for under $18k now and then.

Now if you're gonna go with a hybrid, aka Chevy crate engine and a Porsche transaxle, then it might be worth it, but I'd rather have the Ferrari drivetrain myself. There's something about the exhaust sound of that V8 engine that's magical.
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