Reviving the Icon: Ferrari 328 GTS Restoration at Legacy Motorworks
At Legacy Motorworks, every project is personal, but restoring a Ferrari 328 GTS? That’s something special. This 80s icon wasn’t just a car—it was a statement. With its sleek, Pininfarina-designed lines and roaring V8 engine, the 328 GTS was a dream machine for enthusiasts and collectors alike. But after decades of use, even the most iconic rides need some love. That’s where we come in.
The Challenge
This particular 328 GTS came to us looking more like a relic than a racer. The Ferrari’s heart—its 3.2L V8 engine—was showing signs of age. The interior? A shadow of its former self. And the exterior? Let’s just say that Rosso Corsa paint had seen better days.
But we don’t back down from a challenge at Legacy Motorworks. The goal wasn’t just to get this beauty running again. It was to bring it back to life in a way that would make any purist's heart race. Every detail had to be perfect, from the mechanics to the aesthetics, because when you’re dealing with a Ferrari, perfection is the only option.
The Process
We started with the engine, stripping it down to its bones. The 328’s V8, with its quad camshaft design and fuel injection system, was revolutionary for its time—but after years of wear and tear, it needed a full refresh. Every component was meticulously inspected, cleaned, and restored. The crankshaft, camshaft, and pistons were machined to Ferrari spec, ensuring this engine would scream like it did back in the ‘80s.
But this wasn’t just a mechanical restoration. The Ferrari 328 GTS is as much about art as it is about engineering, and that meant paying just as much attention to the aesthetics. The paint job was stripped down, and we prepped the car for a full respray in its original, stunning Rosso Corsa. This wasn’t just a paint job—it was a resurrection of that classic Ferrari luster.
The Interior Revival
Ferrari interiors are known for their fine leatherwork, and this GTS was no exception. Over time, the once luxurious leather had cracked and faded. So, we went to work, sourcing the finest materials to recreate that rich, Ferrari interior. From the seats to the dash, every stitch was redone to match the factory original.
The iconic gated shifter? Restored to its gleaming, precise glory. The feeling of grabbing that cold metal and shifting through gears is something only Ferrari can offer, and we made sure this car would give its owner that visceral experience all over again.
The Finish Line
After countless hours of painstaking work, we brought the Ferrari 328 GTS back to life. The engine growled like it was fresh out of Maranello. The interior gleamed with fresh leather, and the body shimmered in that unmistakable Rosso Corsa red. When we finally handed the keys back to the owner, it was more than just the return of a car—it was the rebirth of an icon.
At Legacy Motorworks, restoring a Ferrari isn’t just about making it look good—it’s about capturing the soul of the car. And with this 328 GTS, we did just that.
