FS: Ferrari 348 Challenge Twin Turbo

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FS: Ferrari 348 Challenge Twin Turbo

Year: 1994
Make: Ferrari
Model: 348
Mileage (numbers only please): 25440
Color: Yellow
VIN: 98498
Price (no $ sign please): $139000
Private or Dealer Listing: Private Listing
Location (Region): SoCAl
Body Style: Coupe
Transmission Type: Manual - 6 speed
2 or 4 Wheel Drive?: 2 Wheel Drive
Engine Type: Fuel Injection
Stereo System: AM-FM Stereo

1994 348 Challenge TB Turbo
Challenge Car number 10 of 32
25,440 miles
Complete with books and tools
609 wheel horsepower (700 crank/rated horsepower)
Chassis Number 98498

This 348 Challenge is in immaculate condition inside and out. It has many of the factory Challenge options that were available from Ferrari, including: Speedline wheels, roll cage, racing harnesses, fire extinguisher, plexiglass rear window and fog light covers, vented undertrays, suspension upgrades, freer flowing exhaust, carbon fiber seats, and lightweight bumpers.

This 348 Challenge was built to be driven and enjoyed with reliability. This classic Ferrari has 700 crank horsepower, a gated 6 speed manual transmission and a modern traction control system to efficiently put power to the ground. In other words, this 348 makes as much power as an Aventador, weighs half as much and is able to use the power.

There was no expense spared for the build and the Ferrari has over $250,000 invested. The aftermarket and custom parts are made to look like factory pieces to the untrained eye. Further, the 348 is comprised of many rare Ferrari parts with meticulous details that are appreciated by true aficionados.

Steve Maxwell Exotic Car Service completely stripped, restored and built the 348 Challenge after its racing career, including the Ferrari Challenge series, had ended. An extensive history of the work completed is included with the 348. It has recently received service, including: valve adjustment, new cam belt and new clutch. The 348 is complete with factory Challenge car cover, books and tools.

This 348 Challenge was on the cover of Forza Magazine, featured in European Car Magazine, Matt Farah’s The Smoking Tire program and countless automotive blogs. It is the most well-known 348 in modern culture. This is the ultimate driver’s Ferrari which you can take on a leisurely drive, to a car show, a cross-country road-trip or merely run away from modern exotics.

Asking price of $139,000

The Smoking Tire Review:

Below is a brief list of the modifications. A complete list will be included with the 348 Challenge.

Engine
- Approximately 16k miles since build
- Original engine delivered with car
- Ported heads with Inconel valves, Ferrea springs
- Ported intake runners and exhaust flanges
- JE pistons
- Vitton valve seals
- Carillo rods
- New factory sleeves, bearings, gaskets and seals
- Coil on plug ignition
- CNC intake manifold plenum with original runners
- Magnetti Marelli throttle bodies with CNC arms
Exhaust
- 321 stainless steel equal length headers
- 304 stainless steel downpipes
- Custom exhaust with all v-band connections, easily removable for engine service
- Inconel thermal blankets cover the exhaust
Turbo Components
- Comp Turbo T-04 60-62 turbochargers (triple ball bearing)
- TiAL F-41 waste gates (2)
- 6061 aluminum charge piping with t-bolt connectors and US made silicone couplers
- TiAL blow off valve
- Spearco liquid intercooler with front mounted heat exchangers
Fuel
- CNC fuel hangers with 4 modern Bosch fuel pumps
- 725cc fuel injectors
Electronics
- Stand alone ECUs with DTA management (full tuning control)
- Traction control and launch control
- Low and High boost settings (513 wheel horsepower / 609 wheel horsepower)
- Custom wiring harness with mil spec connectors
- CNC fuse box
355 Challenge 6 speed transmission
- Gears stress relieved, heat treated and cryogenically treated
- Stud conversion to fit 348 engine
- 355 shifter and rod with CNC machined mounts to retain original studs
- Custom fabricated cross-member to mount 355 transmission
- 348 GTC transmission heat exchanger
Brakes / Wheels
- Speedline Ferrari Challenge Magnesium wheels
- Toyo R888 tires
- 6 piston AP racing calipers / front and rear
- 362mm x 38mm rotors / front and rear
- Original parking brake retained
Suspension
- Challenge suspension
- Solid top hats
- Shocks re-valved for more rebound control
- 355 Challenge sway bars