Here's Why the Ferrari 348 Doesn't Deserve Its Bad Reputation

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The Ferrari 348 has long been considered the "black sheep" of the Ferrari V8 family -- the "middle child" that purists don't like. Today I'm reviewing a Ferrari 348 to show you why it deserves a better reputation than it has.

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[sparkeyjames]

Why such hate for the side strakes? I like them.

[ChristoAbrie]

i love the strakes over the taillights, it's one of my fav Ferrari design cues from the 80s

[ma]

In my opinion the 348 is one of the prettiest and most under appreciated Ferrari of its time, I prefer the 80s styling over the 355 and other later V8 Ferrari. Not that I care but of course, the 355 is superior in performance and handling, which is a pretty car as well compared to later Ferraris. But the 348 has these sharper and cleaner lines that truly define an era of Italian design. Also, the black sills on the early cars are reminiscent of the 70s/80s Ferraris. I also think the interior has a very pretty and minimalistic look; just look at those beautiful orange gauges and that gear shifter. Many owners decided to replace the original rims with aftermarket or 355/360 rims, but I personally think they are one of the prettiest details of the 348. Also, they do not look anything like those on the Cherokee. Finally, I don't understand Doug complaining about the rear grille covering the lights, it is just another beautiful example of 80s Ferrari styling and I prefer it over the 348 Speciale design.

[MDProductionsMD]

Some say...Doug still hasn't washed his knees

[johnforeman]

Well, I’ll say this. I’ve owned a beautiful condition Yellow 92 TB for 18 years now. I STILL get excited to take it out. The car is freekin awesome, and has given me so little trouble it’s ridiculous. Ya, the engine out sucks but I did it every 9 years. NO PROBLEMS, runs fantastic. I don’t even want to sell it, I like it that much.

[SARCASM_IS_MY_FIRST_NAME]

I Love this car, I bought one last week, 1989 metalic blue brand new 1/18 scale Bburago 😁😁

[avq]

Despite its low ranking among enthusiasts I've always found the 348 to be one of the most attractive cars of the 90s. It was a radical departure from the design of the 328. Where the 328 was curvy, sporty and agile looking the 348's lines were sharp, clean and tight. I hesitate to call it a baby Testarossa because it's so much more beautiful. The TR with its long wheelbase, stubby rear and too much nose (crumple-zone solution?) doesn't come close to the perfectly proportioned 348. It's like they threw out the worst design elements of the big, awkward looking TR, kept the best and incorporated them into a gorgeous, compact body. Aesthetically, everything works, even the "grill" and especially the rims which were so perfectly matched it's as if the car was designed around them. Thanks, Doug. Great review.

[empirestate]

I think your video will make this car appreciate by $10, 000.

[mickl]

A few years ago you couldn't give a Dino away. Now look at them. The 348's time will come

[BansheeHallow]

Waiting for Doug to review a Lamborghini Countach

[thGearGarage]

So... used 348 prices started going up today 👍

[scottkrafft]

"it's not a very fast car" *does 0-60 in 5.6 seconds*

[TurboSeth]

Doug, review a _really_ old car. Like a Packard, model t, etc.
*OR* review an RV. Would be pretty funny on the dougscore.

[salvadorgarcia]

Dougs dirty knees is how he got to review the car

[christopherbenjamin]

heavy steering, heavy clutch, gated manual, perfect!!! I'd happily buy any model from the 308 to the 360.

[charliemolda]

Anyone else always come here for the quirks and features?

[Whatitdobitch]

Doug the type of guy to put dirt on his knees to increase his quirks & features

[heany]

I watch your videos everyday at work and a lot of times walking on the treadmill at the gym, , I think you're a high-spirited happy guy thats figured out a way to make a living and have fun at the same time there's nothing wrong with that, , you explain things well, , when I have a bad day you can make me laugh I appreciate that man, , thanks

[patrickhenderson]

Doug the type of guy to have dirty knees but then assure his audience he'll clean them

[maxxjettfilms]

You hit the engine latch while driving for more downforce!