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1996 Ferrari F355 Spider

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£53,000

Mileage~30,107 on clock
TransmissionManual
Engine3.5L
LocationLondon

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1996 Ferrari F355 Spider

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Introduction

Dom Ginn

Professional Consigner

A manual F355 is a drivers dream - Rapid acceleration with an incredible soundtrack and beautiful styling.

The F355 Spider debuted in 1995, with its Pininfarina design honed through ~1,800 hours in the wind tunnel, resulting in a blend of elegant style and aerodynamic performance. It bridges the gap between the old small V8s and the more recent 200MPH supercars. It's the last hand-built Ferrari yet the first to embrace modern technology. Ferrari developed the new F129B V8 engine for the F355, using the V12 F1 program to adopt five-valve-per-cylinder heads, which raises the rev limit to a whopping 8,500RPM. Boasting a 6-speed manual transmission, it's a real driver's car ready to take on the road ahead with the ultimate level of control. Push the accelerator to the floor, and you'll feel the performance available here.

This car comes to market from ~17 years ownership, covering ~10,000 miles in that time with the bulk of that being when it was first purchased. With an upgraded Capristo sports exhaust, low mileage, and a recent service in August that included cambelt change, this car is very much ready to go.

This listing was written from information supplied by Dom after meeting Nick the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

One of my absolute dream cars, the F355 has everything I needed it to be and much more.

Having had the opportunity to own one of his favorite cars of all time, the current owner, Nick, jumped at the chance to purchase the Ferrari some ~17 years ago. "It was a car I'd always wanted to own, having been a huge Ferrari fan since I was a kid; it was an offer I couldn't turn down".

The Ferrari has been adored by Nick over his ownership, and he would prefer the car to go to someone who has as much passion as he does for the Spider. "Ultimately, it's a car that's been with me for a long time, but in the last few years, it isn't getting the use it deserves. If it could go to a home that would truly cherish it, that would be my hope". With younger children at home now and a garage that needs a little more space, the time has come for the Ferrari to go to a new home. Should any questions be needed, Nick is available to answer these in the comments section below.

Nick

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EXTERIOR VIDEO

Exterior

Still one of the best looking Ferraris available today, beautiful bodywork, curvaceous lines and Pininfarina styling.

Wheels and Tyres

The Ferrari is fitted with a lovely set of factory 18" Speedline alloys, each one is in good condition, showing only age-related signs of wear. There are a few sections of the wheels where the lacquer shows with a little lift to the finish, and we noted a minor scuff on the rear nearside wheel.

The car comes complete with a set of Bridgestone Expedia tyres with a tread spec of 225/40 at the front. At the rear, the car is equipped with the same tyres, with a wider spec of 265/40. Their condition looks good as relatively low miles have been added since the rears were changed in 2010 and the fronts in 2012. Please take a look at the photos and videos for a detailed view of the exterior of this F355 and a closer look at the wheels and tyres.

Bodywork

Over ~1,800 hours of wind tunnel analysis were carried out on the F355's production while designing the body. Innovative design is key here, as the car incorporates a "nolder" profile on the tail and fairing on the underbody that generates downforce when at speed. The exterior of the F355 Spider shows well, with shut lines and panel gaps looking good, and the car looks lovely out on the road.

The car had some damage early in its life in August 1998 that resulted in a Category D insurance marker being placed on the car. We've highlighted our observations in more detail through our high-resolution images and videos, so please take the time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer and to assess the condition of the car for yourselves.

Paint

Looking over the Ferrari, the car is in good condition, with the "TDF Blue" paint finish looking lovely. The colour appears to be an even match across the car, and the finish to the paint is consistent across the exterior. The car had previously undergone polishing work in 2016, however we did notice some swirl marks around the car, we also noticed a few age-related marks are starting to reappear, so it could benefit from a touch-up. We noted no major issues with the car, although there were two areas to the rear of the car where we found an obvious chip in the paint on the nearside and a scratch mark on the rear offside.

We've taken high-resolution images and videos of the car for you to assess the condition of the bodywork and paint for yourselves. The images are taken from various angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there yourselves. So please, take the time to fully assess these high-resolution images and videos of the car to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint.

Glass and Trim

All of the glass sections around the Ferrari looked great, with the windscreen, windows, mirrors, and lenses all appearing in good condition, with no cracks, chips, or significant scratching that we observed during our visit.

Take a look through the exterior gallery and review video. We take you across all the areas of the car as if you were standing there yourself. This way, you can see in greater detail what a great-looking car the F355 Spider really is.

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INTERIOR VIDEO

Interior

Glorious tan leathers compliment the dark blue of the cabin, luxury driving for your journey ahead.

Seats and Carpets

The car's seats are upholstered with hides from Connolly leather and they are fitted asymmetrically, placing the driver slightly closer to the centreline than the passenger. Finished in a smart tan, the seats are in good condition, showing just some creases in the leather and wear on the outer edges. We noted some more signs of wear on the driver's bolster edge, although it didn't change the overall appearance of the F355's interior.

The carpets in the cabin are also in good condition, with minimal signs of age. We also reviewed the front boot section, which is clean and tidy, although there was a noticeable mark that we've highlighted in our interior review video. Please see the interior gallery for more detailed images.

Dashboard

The black dash area appears to be in great shape with no major issues to report. The top of the dash presents well and without splits, cracking, or warping, typical for this model the glovebox cover is not as tight. The odometer displayed ~30,107 miles at the time of our visit. The styling looks great in the cabin space with the black leather offset against the tan trim.

The dials, switches, and controls are beautifully presented; all faces look clean and clear, with no fogging or scratching. We noted no issues with any warning lights, and the gauges and dials were all functioning without concern. Our interior gallery section takes you through some closer images of the Ferrari's dashboard.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

A classic black-finished steering wheel places the driver in readiness for the journey ahead. The wheel appears to be in great condition with very few signs of wear observed. The black 'Prancing Horse' against the yellow is a nice touch.

The manual gear stick with the classic Ferrari metal finish looks great in this 90s example. We've captured high-resolution photos for you to review and appreciate the condition of the interior in our gallery section.

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'ON THE ROAD' VIDEO

Mechanics

V8 power, this car packs an impressive level of performance and was a real game changer of its time.

Engine and Gearbox

Apart from the displacement increase from 3.4L to 3.5L, the major difference between the V8 engine in the previous 348 and F355 is the introduction of a 5-valve cylinder head. This new head design allowed for better intake and resulted in an engine that was considerably more powerful, generating a maximum power output of ~375BHP.

We took the car out on some local roads with the current owner to get a better feel for what this vehicle is all about. During the drive, we ran through the motions, taking the F355 through the gears and getting an overview from Nick's perspective on how the car performs. Please take a look at the mechanical video to see the car starting from cold and on the road.

Suspension and Brakes

The front and rear suspension uses independent wishbones and coil springs over gas-filled telescopic shock absorbers controlled by electronic control servos and anti-roll bars. This allows selection between two damper settings, "Comfort" and "Sport," for the best levels of control. On the drive out, we heard no knocks, bangs, or squeaks from the suspension, and overall, the car performed as expected with no observed issues. The brakes felt solid, with no noticeable pull or vibrations during the journey, bringing the car to a stop smoothly and in line with Ferrari's quality expectations, some recent work actioned in August to ensure this is the case.

We cover the underside of the F355 in our 'Mechanical gallery' section. Head over to our video section where we've summarised our visit in more detail for you to view for yourself. We take you around the mechanical elements of the car and give you an overview of what's on offer here.

The Drive

To truly appreciate the raw and potent V8 experience that the F355 offers, you need to get behind the wheel or ride as a passenger.

Watch the mechanical video to witness the car in action on the road – it's not just about looking great; it delivers an exhilarating performance as well.

Electrics and Other

The F355 saw the introduction of electronic fuel injection and suspension control servos. The Ferrari is modest in its offering of electronic driver comforts, focusing instead on sports performance and providing a truly enjoyable journey.

The car is fitted with an aftermarket sound system, and there is also a tracker fitted to the car for insurance purposes. Nick let us know that he's had no issues with the electrical elements on the car, and everything is working as it should including the air-conditioning.

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History and Paperwork

Coming from ~17 year ownership with only ~30,107 on the clock, a major service actioned in August, this manual F355 Spider comes to market with a keen reserve.

The Ferrari comes to market with a clean bill of health on its last MOT which is valid until 5th April 2024. In the current ownership the car has covered ~10,000 miles and has been equipped with an upgraded Capristo sports exhaust, replacement clutch, Bilstein suspension, as well as servicing as documented. Is has just been serviced in August after a period of storage, this was a major service that included cambelt replacement and brake maintenance as detailed in the invoice.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and actioned a HPi check on the vehicle. The car has a Category D insurance write-off marker noted on 03/08/1998.

We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, and as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment on the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming.

If there's anything you're unsure about, no matter how small, then please first ask the owner in the comments area below before placing your bid/s, as bids can't be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car - just like a traditional auction house. This is an auction on behalf of a trade seller and normal auction rules apply, i.e. there is no warranty, no return policy and bids are binding with more info in our terms and conditions.

Service History

Date	Type	Mileage
18.08.2023	Service	30,102
01.04.2023	MOT	30,089
04.04.2022	MOT	30,087
06.04.2021	MOT	30,018
14.01.2020	MOT	29,998
28.01.2019	MOT	29,904
09.11.2017	MOT	29,749
27.09.2016	MOT	29,487
26.09.2016	Service	29,487
03.10.2015	MOT	29,402
09.09.2014	MOT	29,128
02.07.2014	Service (Belts)	29,090
04.09.2013	MOT	28,890
16.04.2012	Service	28,601
13.04.2012	MOT	28,601
15.06.2011	Bodywork Repairs
10.05.2011	Capristo Exhaust
19.04.2011	MOT	27,903
01.04.2010	MOT	27,537
25.01.2010	Service	27,364
03.04.2009	MOT	25,118
23.11.2008	Service	24,269
03.04.2008	MOT	22,127
11.04.2007	MOT	20,615
14.11.2005	Fault Diagnosis (No Errors)	17,592
19.09.2005	Fault Checking	16,324
17.06.2005	Wheel Bearing	14,718
17.04.2003	MOT	11,290
07.11.2001	MOT	9,248
15.12.2000	MOT	8,138

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Key Details

ModelF355 Spider
TransmissionManual
Reg. Date04.11.1996
CC3,496cc
Mileage~30,107 on Clock
HistoryGood
ColourBlue
Interior ColourTan
Interior TrimLeather
Chassis #ZFFXR48C000107054
Engine #44341
Last Service18.08.2023
MOTYes Valid Until 05.04.2024
HPi ClearCat D - 03/08/1998
Former Keepers10
Tyre BrandBridgestone
Security SysTracker
# of Keys2
BrakesFerrari
LHD or RHDRHD
VisitedYes
Sale TypePrivate
Owned~17 years
Key FeatureLow Mileage & Long Ownership
Auction ID1661

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Seller : NickE Sale Date 12.10.2023

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pacoryan

Hi NickE, not sure if I missed it but was there an answer to the key fobs question, particularly the red master fob?
Having done 90’s Maseratis I’m assuming the red fob is a big deal..,
Good looking car very well presented btw!
Regards
Patrick

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quattroman

Sorry, seen the responses now added!!

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quattroman

Hi nick.
I am genuinely interested in this having come from 348 ownership. I have similar questions to that below but see no responses…

In addition the engine seems rather tappety, the “cold start” wasn’t actually cold as the temp dial was registering temp. Are there any issues with it at cold? Also the engine appears to be running a bit rough at idle (notable when you are at the T junction in your road test).

Are you able to comment on these points?

Author

NickE

Hi. Thank you for the enquiry. Yes, I had driven to the photo site (my house) which warmed it a bit before the start. I don’t think it has ever had any problems with a cold start and over the years I have never felt that the car missed a beat to be honest. I think the drive is great and has been added to in terms of the whole experience by the sports exhaust. My problem is that I just don’t have any time. I am a surgeon with a young family! Let me know if you have any… Read more »

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Kulraj Salh

Auction Update – The reserve on the car has been removed, and so it is selling with “No Reserve” and will sell to the highest bidder on Thursday night. Good luck if you’re involved in the bidding. Best, Kulraj – Trade Classics

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355PRO

I’m afraid the last major belt service in August 2023 done by a local London ‘under-arches’ classic Porsche enthusiast doesn’t exactly inspire my confidence. Is it possible to have the car inspected by well established F355 specialist such as Autofficina before closing?

Author

NickE

Hi. Thank you for your enquiry. Yes, the car was with Tower who are excellent and they reconditioned the hood mechanism and did work on the roof and some bits. The service was organised at Foskers. Very happy for any inspection. Just let me know if any further queries.

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HRY22

Hi NickE, Can you please answer the following: How many fobs (is the master red with the set?) Where was the accident and what happened? When were the CATS last replaced as these are a notorious weak point? Were the manifolds looked at when the cambelt service was done? Are all the books (including original warranty book noting chassis number etc.) and leather wallet with the car? Hood operation. 355 are notorious for going wrong and very expensive to fix. In the video I can see you ‘helping’ the roof to operate. How is it actually functioning in reality as… Read more »

Author

NickE

Hi there. Thank you for your enquiry. See also answer below re the cat D. The cambelt service was done at Foskers Ferrari organised by Tower Porsche and I was told that this involved removing the engine but I could potentially find out more. The hood operation is not a great design in the 355 as you rightly say. I had it reconditioned at the last service and have photos for that. I always give it some help! I have the engine trim panel. I don’t have the tool box. I took it for a run tonight to check the… Read more »

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NickE

ps I have the books and wallet
BW, Nick

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BROB

Have you any photos of the accident damage

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Harrybob

Hi, What was the Cat D damage? Who fixed it up? What’s the story?

Author

NickE

Hi there. Thank you for your enquiry and apologies for the delay in replying. I don’t have a record of the reason for the Cat D. I have had the car for a few years and nobody has detected any sign of discernible damage. I bought the car from Verdi Ferrari. Let me know if any other queries.
BW, Nick

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