Introduced in 1989, the 348 was a major departure for Ferrari’s successful road-going, mid-engine series of sports cars and it replaced two of the most popular Ferrari models in history, the 308 and the 328.
The new car featured a pressed-steel monocoque chassis that helped to reduce mass and, in the style of the legendary 288 GTO, it combined a transversely mounted gearbox coupled to a longitudinally mounted engine allowing for a very balanced and agile sports car.
Koenig-Specials, founded by Willy Koenig, initially gained recognition for his racing exploits with Ferrari road cars. With Enzo Ferrari’s blessing, Koenig honed these cars for racing success, later becoming a leading figure in tuning and refining sports cars for the road.
During the 1980s and 1990s, Koenig’s influence extended across the supercar landscape. Their modifications transformed vehicles like the Ferrari 348 into formidable beasts, often pushing the boundaries of practicality.
One notable example is this 1990 Ferrari 348 TS model which was modified by Koenig into a special model called F48. It has been outfitted with twin turbos, significantly boosting its 3.4-liter V8 engine’s power output to 520bhp and overhauled the car’s appearance, giving it a rear end reminiscent of the iconic F40.
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