Ferrari 550 Maranello 2001
General description :
Asking a car guy about their dream car is always a risky proposition. Some may gravitate towards one particular model without hesitation, but most of us will only respond with questions. What era? What country of origin? What price range? It's a complex topic. One thing is for sure though ' start asking about European cars and you'll eventually end up talking about Ferraris. When it comes to blending speed, exclusivity and pure one-upmanship, few marques do it better. This 2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta is a quintessential high performance roadster that bridges the gap between modern Maranello masterpieces and timeless Italian collectibles. And if you're ready to bring home an immaculately maintained fantasy sports car, it's a perfect candidate for your next classic!
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HIGHLIGHTS
* Exclusive Ferrari 550 Barchetta that's logged only 8,617 miles * 1 of just 448 Ferrari 550 Barchettas produced * Major Engine Service 2022 * Sale includes 20 years of service records * 5.5 liter Tipo F133 C V12 with 478 horsepower * Gated 6-speed manual transaxle * Limited-slip differential with 3.91 gears * Factory air conditioning * Factory power steering * Factory 4-wheel power disc brakes with drilled and slotted rotors * Fully independent suspension with adjustable Anti-Slip Regulation * Original Black Nero Leather and Alcantara interior with factory power windows * Modern Alpine audio * Original Rosso Corsa paint * Factory Accessory Soft Top * 18-inch factory magnesium alloy wheels with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires * Tubi Style exhaust * Sale includes 20 years of service records * Sale includes the car's factory head unit * Rebuilt Salvage Title due to Theft Recovery. Vehicle recovered un-damaged. * All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point inspection * We can ship your new classic anywhere in the world
Ferraris are legendary automobiles, and the 550 Barchetta literally defines exclusivity. Driven a mere 8,617 miles in roughly 20 years, this choice roadster walks the fine line between properly maintained and carefully preserved. Ready to be the proud owner of an uncompromising thrill machine that's rooted in a rich history of high performance? Step right up and check out your next classic!
2001 Ferrari 550 Maranello is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Charlotte by RK Motors Charlotte for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ferrari Model : 550 Maranello Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 2001 Sub type : Convertible Location : Charlotte Vehicle Registration : Undefined
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About Ferrari
The first Ferrari road car was the 125 S introduced in 1947 and powered by a 1.5 L V12 engine, right? Well it's not quite that simple, Ferrari did in fact produce e Tipo 815, in 1940. Tipo 815 was designed by ex-Alfa Romeo engineers Alberto Massimino and Vittorio Bellentani and by Enrico Nardi under Enzo's company but legal issues with the former associate Alfa Romeo prevented Ferrari from launching the Ferrari marque at that point.
Enzo did produce a series of fine road cars in the 50's and 60's but they were merely to finance his true passion racing, wheather GT/Sports car or Grand Prix. The 50's saw the birth of Ferrari's most memorable cars, 250 GTB (tour de France) 250 Testa Rossa, 250 GT swb just to name a few.
Under the surface tension was growing though. In November 1961 long-time sales manager Girolamo Gardini made an ultimatum to Enzo: if tensions continued, he would leave the company. As a result, Gardini was ousted, as well as Scuderia Ferrari manager Romolo Tavoni, chief engineer Carlo Chiti, experimental sports car development chief Giotto Bizzarrini, and a number of others who stood by them.
Without Chiti and Bizzarrini the development of what was to become the most quintessential Ferrari and today the world's most expensive car, 250 GTO, was at a pivoting point. 250 GTO project was saved by a young engineer Mauro Forghieri and long-time racing bodyman Sergio Scaglietti who stepped in and took over the program with known results.
In addition to 250 GTO, Ferrari launced such master pieces as 250 LM, 250P, 275 GTB, 365 GTB/4 "Daytona" during the the 60's
By the late 60's Ferrari's prototypes' success came to a sudden halt by a new competitor, GT40. Ford turned to Lola to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after Enzo had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that gave Ferrari some heavy hits in Le Mans 24 to come.
By the end of the 60's FIAT purchased 50% of the company, starting a development that has led to a new mass-produced era of Ferraris.
Whether you are selling or looking for a classic Ferrari www.classicdigest.com is the place to check out.