One of the rarest Ferraris 288 GTO Evoluzione, is for sale
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the Ferrari
288 GTO Evolution
1987, is a reminder that the automaker was looking to join the most extreme racing class of the 1980s.
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One of only five in existence, the car was an evolution of the 288 GTO
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as permitted by FIA regulations, which were intended to homologate the brand's entry into Group B sports car races.
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So while it never had the opportunity to actually race it, all indications point to it being an impressive beast.
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Powered by the Type F114 CK engine, it was capable of producing 650 horsepower (485 kW/659 PS), 60% more than the standard 288 GTO could manage.
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Weighing just 940 kg (2,072 lbs), he therefore had the best power-to-weight ratio of any rival in his day.
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In addition, it was capable of reaching 369.9 km/h (229.9 mph). While it was impressive, it seems that its design sought to prioritize function over aesthetics.
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