1997 | Ferrari F355 Spider
Overview
Spiritual successor to the 348, Ferrari's F355 revived the manufacturer's appeal en masse. Configured in Berlinetta, Spider, and GTS body styles, either a gated six-speed manual transmission or Ferrari's first deployment of its high take-rate F1 automated gearbox could be specified. Exiting the 1980s, the new model’s softened styling and fine appointments warmed buyers to a new high standard in performance cars. A sonorous exhaust note and Pininfarina form served to elevate the F355 to an ethereal realm.
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This 1997 Ferrari F355 Spider is finished in Rosso Corsa over Beige leather and a Black convertible top. Inside, natural leather surroundings meet Veglia Boretti instrumentation, a Momo steering wheel, and a gated six-speed manual transmission for instant analog time travel. Its 3.5L V8 produces 375 horsepower and 268 lb. ft. of torque, transferred to the road by a limited-slip differential and staggered-width 18" magnesium wheels clad in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires. Over $18k in recent maintenance and a major service within the last 6 months presents the next owner with many miles of sublime top-down motoring to come. This example is sold with a clean title, Carfax report, and third-party inspection report.
Features & Options
- 3.5L V8 engine tracing its heritage to the Dino racing program, 375hp w/five-valve cylinder head, Bosch Motronic engine management
- Six-speed manual gearbox
- Two-mode adjustable dampers provide comfort and performance, complemented by power-assisted steering and 18-inch wheels.
- Refined aerodynamics include pop-up headlights, softer lines, and door-integrated intakes.
- The F355 Spider, debuting a year after the Berlinetta, features a power fabric soft-top.
- Approximately 3,717 F355 Spiders were produced—2,664 w/manual gearbox.
- Rosso Corsa exterior, black soft-top, and beige leather seats.
- Now showing 42k miles, and sold with a clean Carfax report, third-party inspection, and clean title.
Modifications
- Leather-wrapped Momo steering wheel, original wheel included
- Tubi exhaust installed, original exhaust included
- Morimoto LED taillights, original taillights included
- Sony DSX-GS80 Stereo w/Aux & Bluetooth compatibility
Service Records
- Carfax report confirming consistent mileage increases, regular dealer services, and no damage history.
- Third-party inspection report
- Comprehensive service records from previous and current ownership
Ownership History & Provenance
Known Shortcomings
- Exterior wear includes paintwork to previous rock chips with some still visible. Driver's side fog light glass missing. Aging/wear of windscreen edge.
- The Interior shows use with worn seats and handbrake leather. The driver seat back lever is missing, driver A/C vents shows cracking, and dash badging has come loose.
- Undercarriage road wear is noted.
Items included in the Sale
- 1 Key & Remote Fob
- Owner's Manual & Service Books
- Tire Inflation Kit, Tools
- Leather Convertible Top Boot
- All Spare or Removed Parts