1998 Ferrari 355 F1 Berlinetta - LHD

KEY FACTS

• This Ferrari 355 F1 Berlinetta is a captivating and rewarding modern classic supercar in an iconic colour scheme.
• Powered by a 3.5-litre naturally aspirated V8 engine, driving the rear wheels via a six-speed automated manual transmission with paddle shift.
• Initially delivered to Germany via Maranello Motors in Cologne in 1998, it was later imported to the UK and registered with the DVLA in 2015.
• The odometer shows 107,061 km.
• Please note: MOT tests since the car's arrival in the UK have been recorded as 'miles', but the history evidences that the odometer is showing kilometres.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Finished in Rosso Corsa over a Nero leather-trimmed interior.
• Features include electric windows, air conditioning, manually adjustable seats, and Sport mode.
• An aftermarket exhaust was installed by H.R. Owen in 2016, so it is assumed this is still fitted.
• Accompanied by two keys.
• The seller is the legal private owner of the vehicle, but the V5C remains in the previous keeper's name.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.

SERVICE HISTORY

• It was most recently serviced in June 2026 at 107,025 km by Addspeed Performance Cars. This included major maintenance with renewal of the timing belts and auxiliary belts, re-gassing of the air-con system, new bonnet and boot struts, stripping and cleaning the brakes with new rear pads fitted, fresh brake fluid, fitment of a replacement gearbox F1 pump, new alternator, and new coolant hoses at the expansion tank.
• A major service shortly after its arrival in the UK at H.R. Owen in 2016 included new timing belts, F1 unit heat shield, new F1 system clutch, new rear shock absorbers, new engine mounts, new inner driveshaft gaiters, new F1 system actuator, fitment of an aftermarket exhaust, new RH cam cover gasket, new spark plugs, and a new power steering pipe.
• Earlier service history is recorded via the entries in the service book.

Dates and mileage

• Feb 1998 - PDI
• Aug 1998 - 11,941 km
• Feb 2000 - 21,000 km
• Mar 2006 - 53,731 km
• Jul 2007 - 65,199 km
• Mar 2010 - 77,782 km
• Jul 2011 - 81,758 km
• Jan 2014 - 98,504 km
• Feb 2015 - 102,713 km
• Mar 2016 - 104,497 km / 64,932 miles (inc. cam belts)
• Jun 2026 - 107,025 km (inc. cam belts)

SUMMARY

The Ferrari 355 F1 Berlinetta is revered as one of the most engaging V8-powered supercars of its era, blending stunning Pininfarina styling with an exhilarating driving experience. This example promises to be a captivating and rewarding modern classic for its next enthusiast owner, whether for spirited weekend drives or as a cherished addition to a collection.

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