1997 FERRARI F355 BERLINETTA - 18,705 MILES

KEY FACTS

• A fantastic, low-mileage example of the modern classic supercar, finished in a classic colour scheme and fitted with a sonorous Capristo exhaust.
• Under the engine lid is the 3.5-litre flat-plane crank V8, which produces around 375bhp at a soaring 8,500rpm and drives the rear wheels via an engaging six-speed manual transmission.
• The odometer displays just 18,705 miles from new, and there are five previous keepers on the V5C.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This F355’s sleek, Pininfarina-designed bodywork is finished in the quintessential hue of Rosso Corsa, and is complemented by a Crema Connolly leather interior.
• It rides on the correct set of 18-inch, five-spoke magnesium alloy wheels.
• At the rear, the car is given a more purposeful appearance thanks to its ‘Challenge’ rear grille, and a more vocal Capristo exhaust has also been fitted.
• This F355 will be accompanied by its original user manual and booklets, as well as a detailed history file, its spare keys, its original exhaust system and its full tool kit, which is housed in the correct tan leather case.

CONDITION

• Its Rosso Corsa finish is thought to be original and is in very good condition, with only a few small minor stone chips in line with the car’s age and use.
• The Crema leather upholstery is in very good shape overall, with some minor creasing but no significant wear or discolouration.
• The plastic switches and inlays have been reconditioned, removing the age-related ‘stickiness’ which commonly afflicts Ferraris of this era.
• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults with the vehicle.
• This F355’s last MOT test was conducted on 30 June 2021 at 18,675 miles, resulting in a first-time pass without a single warning or advisory.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This F355 has just been freshly serviced at July 2021 at GTO Engineering. This comprised an engine oil and filter change, a new air filter, and renewal of the brake fluid.
• Prior to this it also had a minor service carried out at 18,360 miles.
• The only other maintenance required during the seller’s year of ownership was replacement of a heater valve.
• The cam belts were last changed at 14,820 miles.

SUMMARY

This Ferrari F355 Berlinetta is a superb example of the thrilling Italian supercar, equipped with a tactile open-gate manual transmission and finished in a classic colour combination. Offered for sale with very low mileage and presented in excellent condition throughout, this F355 will make a fantastic addition to any collection, and will surely bring a smile to its next owner’s face every time they push its naturally aspirated V8 towards the 8,500rpm redline.

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