Vehicle Description
When the Ferrari 550 Maranello debuted in 1996, it was met with
jubilation by enthusiasts and the motoring press alike. For the
previous two decades, Ferrari's commitment to the mid-mounted
flat-twelve layout remained steadfast, yet some fans longed for a
return of the V12 engine to its traditional location ahead of the
driver. The wish finally came true with the unveiling of the
gorgeous 550 Maranello. It was the first two-seat, twelve-cylinder
Ferrari sports car since the 1973 Daytona to have its engine
sitting up front. Tradition aside, the 550 was a thoroughly modern
sports car under the skin. It's 65-degree V12 had four valves per
cylinder and variable-length intake, with an output of 478
horsepower. The tubular spaceframe chassis wore beautiful and
aerodynamically efficient bodywork, and there was all the latest in
electronic tech to keep the car pointed straight. Just over 3,000
were produced between 1996 and 2002, and the 550 remains a
perennial favorite among Tifosias one of the most revered driver's
cars of the period, and one of the last Ferraris purposely designed
with a V12 and manual gearbox combination. It is with pleasure that
we offer this outstanding 2001 Ferrari 550 Maranello in the iconic
colors of Rosso Corsa over Tan leather. This car has covered just
4,375 miles from new and is presented in impeccable order inside
and out, offered with extensive service records, window sticker,
and factory tools/accessories. Despite the design being more than
20 years old, the Pininfarina styling has aged remarkably well,
displaying a marvelous balance of muscle and grace in the compact
proportions and neat detailing. Build quality improved vastly for
550 production, as evident in this prime example. The factory Rosso
Corsa paint is superb from stem to stern, highlighted by unmarked
black trim on the sills and bumpers, and the aerodynamic underbody
panels are excellent. It rides on factory original five-spoke
alloys shod with Michelin Pilot tires, and the sale will include a
set of multi-piece 575 Superamerica-style Speedline wheels. Deeply
bolstered sport seats are covered in supple tan leather, which
continues on the door panels and lower dash. Contrasting black
leather is used for the dash top, steering wheel and door pulls.
All the hides are in excellent condition, reflective of this car's
ultra-low mileage and meticulous care. Very slight rubbing is noted
on the outer bolsters, a common wear point from ingress/egress.
Classic-inspired touches include the Daytona-style seat inserts,
the diamond-quilted leather parcel shelf with buckled straps, and
of course, the iconic gated shifter topped with a polished ball
shift knob. Carpets are excellent, as are the original switches,
controls, and factory Becker stereo. Accessories, including the
original books, tool kit, battery charger, and car cover will
accompany the sale. Service records show regular specialist
maintenance history, and the 5.5-liter V12 presents in superb
condition, showing off its beautiful cast alloy intake plenums and
red wrinkle-finish cam covers. The file includes receipts for
timing belts done in 2012 and again in 2018, so it is currently up
to date on scheduled maintenance. Notably, the 550 does not require
engine-out belt services, making it surprisingly user-friendly to
own and maintain. Looking beneath, the suspension components still
show factory-applied paint markings and plated hardware. It runs
and drives as one would expect from an impeccably maintained
4,375-mile example. With its big V12 up front, manual six-speed
transaxle in the rear, and timeless styling by Pininfarina, the 550
Maranello is one of the last of the pure, unadulterated Italian
sports cars. Offered in iconic colors and with exceptionally low
miles, this beautiful example is one of the best we've encountered
and will undoubtedly impress even the most fastidious enthusiast.
Offers welcome and trades considered For additional details please
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