1995 FERRARI F355 SPIDER

KEY FACTS

• An iconic 1990s open-top supercar, presented in a vibrant factory colour with low mileage and a very well-documented service history.
• It is powered by the high-revving flat-plane crank 3.5-litre naturally aspirated V8, producing around 375bhp, coupled to a six-speed manual transmission.
• The current owner acquired the car in January 2017, and has invested significantly in mechanical and cosmetic refurbishment.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• It was specified from the factory in Giallo Modena with Nero Connolly leather upholstery and a black fabric hood, and it retains its original exterior features.
• The engine runs on the earlier Bosch Motronic 2.7 engine management system with dual mass air flow meters, which is generally accepted as delivering more responsive performance and a sharper engine note.
• The only known upgrade is an Alpine stereo head unit with Bluetooth and USB connectivity.
• Accompanying the car is a complete book pack, including the owner’s manual and stamped service record, as well as numerous invoices that support the comprehensively documented maintenance history – and even the original purchase invoice.
• A full tool kit is also present, along with three sets of original keys and immobilisers.

CONDITION

• Today, the bodywork presents in good order, with no evidence of panel damage, and with neat shut lines all around the car. Its paintwork presents well, having been the subject of a £1,300 detailing session.
• The finish has been resprayed either partially or wholly by a previous owner, and while it is not spotless - with some neatly touched-in stone chips and other minor blemishes, including bubbling on the driver’s sill cover - this is a smart example that still turns heads after nearly 25 years on the road.
• It rides on the original 18-inch magnesium alloy wheels, which look superb, with no kerbing marks or scuffs in the paint. The black fabric soft top is in good order, showing no rips or tears, and with a fully working mechanism. Bidders should note that the leather tonneau cover has been misplaced, so is not included in the sale.
• In the cabin, the black Connolly leather upholstery is still in great condition, with only minor wear present. There are a few small scratches on the driver’s outer bolster, but in general the leather presents well with a good colour.
• Sticky plastics are a common issue with these cars, but the centre console switches and knobs are in good order - though the air vents would benefit from refinishing in the future.
• There are no warning lights on the dashboard, and no known faults.
• The most recent MOT test was on 5 October 2020 at 34,242 miles, when it achieved a first-time pass with no advisories. It is fitted with Bridgestone Potenza tyres, which have around 3mm of tread at the rear and 6mm at the front..

SERVICE HISTORY

• The last scheduled maintenance was conducted in October 2020 at 34,247 miles, when Ferrari specialist DK Engineering carried out an annual service, which included an oil change, spark plug change, inspection and road test.
• In December 2019, Italia Autosport carried out an annual service, oil change and inspection, and also checked the belt tensioners.
• In December 2018 at 34,185 miles, Italia Autosport carried out a major cambelt replacement service, with new cam oil seals, new auxiliary belts, and new hydraulic tensioners and bearings. The cam cover breather hoses were also replaced, along with the engine oil, oil filter, air filter and fuel filter.
• The water pump was last renewed during the 2016 service at Lancaster Ferrari.

Dates and mileage:

• 15.12.1995 - Maranello Sales - 1,000 km Service - 451 miles
• 12.06.1997 - H.R. Owen - Annual Service - 1,364 miles
• 01.12.1997 - H.R. Owen - Major Service + Belts - 4,768 miles
• 29.05.1998 - H.R. Owen - Annual Service - 3,675 miles
• 31.07.1999 - MHT - Annual Service - 5,363 miles
• 01.08.2000 - Evans Halshaw - Annual Service - 9,015 miles
• 13.04.2001 - Evans Halshaw - Major Service + Belts - 10,848 miles
• 18.08.2003 - Joe Macari - Annual Service - 15,278 miles
• 02.12.2005 - Joe Macari - Annual Service - 19,814 miles
• 31.05.2006 - Meridien Modena - Major Service + Belts - 20,200 miles
• 02.11.2006 - Cortese Ferrari - Major Service + Belts - 21,338 miles
• 02.04.2009 - QV London - Annual Service - 26,012 miles
• 04.07.2011 - Lancaster Ferrari - Major Service + Belts - 26,778 miles
• 06.08.2013 - Lancaster Ferrari - Annual Service - 29,106 miles
• 11.05.2015 - Lancaster Ferrari - Annual Service - 29,769 miles
• 13.04.2016 - Lancaster Ferrari - Major Service + Cambelts - 30,295 miles
• 01.02.2017 - Italia Autosport - Annual Service - 30,837 miles
• 17.12.2018 - Italia Autosport - Major Service + Cambelts - 34,185 miles
• 18.12.2019 - Italia Autosport - Annual Service - 34,220 miles
• 06.10.2020 - DK Engineering - Annual Service - 34,239 miles

SUMMARY

This Ferrari F355 Spider is a great example of a true modern classic. Offering one of the seminal analogue Ferrari driving experiences, accompanied by the soundtrack of a howling naturally aspirated V8, the enduring popularity of the F355 is no surprise. This example presents in a great factory colour, with low mileage and a very well-documented service history, and is ready to thrill the next custodian.

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