Ferrari 330 GTS Parts & Accessories

Ferrari 330 GTS Parts & Accessories

The Ferrari 330 GTS is the open-top spyder companion to the 330 GTC berlinetta, sharing the same 4.0-liter Colombo V12 engine and fully independent suspension architecture while offering open-air grand touring in Pininfarina coachwork of similar elegance to the closed coupe. Produced in far smaller numbers than the GTC, the 330 GTS is among the rarer 330-series Ferraris, and owners sourcing parts need to account for the open-top body structure's specific components including the soft top mechanism, header bow hardware, side glass frames, and convertible-specific body reinforcements. The V12-powered open-top GT experience the 330 GTS provides is difficult to replicate with any other car, and owners who drive these cars regularly need reliable access to correctly specified mechanical and body parts. Chassis number verification is essential before ordering body components, since the GTS and GTC share mechanical hardware but diverge significantly in body-specific items.

Popular Upgrades

Weber 40 DCZ carburetor rebuild kits, distributor cap and rotor sets, and valve cover gaskets form the routine engine maintenance parts list for the 330 GTS's 4.0-liter V12. Soft top fabric and frame components, convertible-specific weather seals, and header bow hardware are among the most frequently sourced body items for open-top body maintenance and refurbishment. Suspension bushings, rebuilt shock absorbers, and front and rear wheel bearings support chassis refreshes for cars returning to active touring duty. Brake hardware including master cylinder rebuild kits, caliper seals, and period-correct Ferodo friction pads keep the disc brake system operating reliably at the performance levels the V12 demands.

Performance and Handling

The 330 GTS chassis shares the independent rear suspension of the 330 GTC, providing the same fundamentally balanced handling character in an open-top body that adds modest weight through additional structural reinforcement. Open-air V12 motoring at speed provides a sensory experience that closed-body Ferraris cannot replicate, particularly the induction and exhaust note that the Colombo V12 produces when extended through the gears on an open mountain road. Refreshing the suspension geometry and refreshing worn bushings restores the steering precision and body control that define this chassis when properly maintained. Correct alignment settings combined with period-appropriate tire sizing on Borrani wire wheels or the later Campagnolo alloys found on some cars maintain the handling balance Ferrari engineers calibrated at the factory.

What makes the Ferrari 330 GTS rare compared to the 330 GTC?

Ferrari produced approximately 99 examples of the 330 GTS compared to 600 examples of the closed GTC berlinetta, making the open-top spider roughly six times rarer than its coupe sibling. The lower production volume reflects both the higher cost of open-top body construction and Ferrari's experience at the time that most GT buyers preferred closed bodywork for long-distance touring in European conditions. This rarity significantly affects parts availability for GTS-specific body components, since fewer donor cars exist to supply the market with convertible-specific items that the GTC does not require.

What convertible-specific maintenance does the 330 GTS require?

The soft top fabric and frame hardware are the primary convertible-specific maintenance items, with the top bows, latches, and header hardware requiring periodic inspection and lubrication to maintain smooth operation and weather-tight sealing. Door seals and side window seals on open-top Ferraris typically require more frequent replacement than on closed coupes because the frame flexes slightly during chassis loading, which accelerates seal compression and cracking. Inspecting the convertible top drain channels and keeping them clear prevents water accumulation behind the seats, which is the most common source of interior water damage on 330 GTS cars kept outdoors.

Why These Parts Fit Right

Parts in this collection are cataloged for the 330 GTS open-top body configuration and 4.0-liter V12 drivetrain, with clear distinctions between GTS-specific body components and hardware shared with the 330 GTC. Fitment notes and chassis references help owners confirm parts before ordering. Orders ship fast so your restoration or maintenance timeline stays intact.

Source exhaust upgrades through our exhaust collection, refresh the chassis with components from our suspension collection, and explore V12 intake hardware in our air intake systems collection.