2000 Ferrari 456M GTA

KEY FACTS

• This Ferrari 456M GTA is a well-presented example of the marque’s modern classic 2+2 grand tourer, finished in a handsome and lesser-seen colour scheme and boasting a detailed Ferrari main dealer and specialist maintenance history.
• It is powered by a naturally aspirated 5.5-litre V12, delivering around 436bhp to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission.
• Recorded as being manufactured in 2000, this UK-market 456 M GTA was first registered in January 2001, and was acquired by the seller in July 2023.
• The odometer shows a relatively modest 46,892 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• As denoted by the ‘M’ model-name suffix, this is a ‘Modificata’ facelifted 456, which features fog lights in the front grille as well as a carbon-fibre bonnet, which was the first commercial automotive application of carbon-fibre. It also features the reprofiled dashboard with circular vents, redesigned seats, and a new stereo.
• It is understood that just 139 examples of the 456M were built in right-hand drive and with the automatic transmission meriting the GTA badge.
• The car is finished in Blu Tour de France over a Sabbia leather-trimmed cabin complete with Cavallino-embossed headrests, a contrasting black upper dashboard and carpets, and blue stitching.
• It rides on a set of 17-inch five-spoke alloy wheels fitted with mixed tyres.
• Equipment includes electrically adjustable front seats, air conditioning with automatic climate control, adjustable suspension and Sport Mode, electric windows, electrically operated door mirrors, a heated rear screen and a Ferrari-branded Becker FM/AM cassette stereo with 6-disc CD changer.
• The car will be accompanied by its original Ferrari owner’s book pack, an extensive file of invoices, a Ferrari toolkit, a tyre repair kit, and two keys with immobilisers (including the original red keyfob) and a copy of the original Ferrari 456GT and 456M GTA specifications book.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: the second owner repaired some minor damage to the front of the car. The 2014 invoice from Classic Restorations Ltd will be included in the history file outlining the works completed.
• The seller also notes that there are several small stone chips visible on the front bumper.
• The car’s last MOT test was conducted on 5 September 2025 at 46,885 miles, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This 456M GTA’s most recent maintenance was carried out in February 2025 at 46,874 miles by Hartgrove Garage. This included replacing the upper and lower chain guides, the oil pump drive chain, the front main crank seal, the timing case gasket, and the top radiator hose, as well as changing the engine oil and fitting a new oil filter.
• Prior to this, in December 2024 at 46,874 miles, Hartgrove Garage replaced the torque converter, and in April 2024, they addressed a leaking radiator and a misfire, as well as replacing the cambelts, and changing the oil filter, engine oil, and spark plugs.
• In June 2023, at 46,644 miles technicians at Auto Ascari changed the engine oil, oil filter, air filter, and spark plugs, as well as replacing a faulty electric mirror control switch and the cam belts.
• Prior to this, JP Performance Cars Ltd carried out an annual service in November 2017 at 46,064 miles and changed the cam belts, and Nick Cartwright Specialist Cars performed an annual service in March 2015 at 43,312 miles.
• The car was under a valid SORN between November 2020 and June 2023.

Dates and Mileages

• Dec 2001 – 6,311 miles – Charles Hurst Ltd
• Jan 2003 – 11,452 miles – Charles Hurst Ltd
• Nov 2003 – 16,781 miles – Charles Hurst Ltd
• Mar 2005 – 22,894 miles – Charles Hurst Ltd
• Jan 2006 – 27,816 miles – Charles Hurst Ltd
• Jul 2007 – 34,261 miles – Cortese Sales Limited
• May 2009 – 35,729 miles – Maranello Egham
• Mar 2011 – 37,497 miles – Nick Cartwright Specialist Cars
• Jan 2012 – 37,802 miles – Nick Cartwright Specialist Cars
• Mar 2015 – 43,312 miles – Nick Cartwright Specialist Cars
• Jan 2017 – 46,064 miles – JP Performance Cars Ltd
• Jun 2023 – 46,644 miles – Auto Ascari
• Dec 2024 - 46,874 miles - Hartgrove Garage
• Feb 2024 - 46,874 miles - Hartgrove Garage

SUMMARY

This Ferrari 456M GTA is a rare and elegant modern classic Italian grand tourer, finished in an appealing colour scheme and understood to be one of only 139 examples produced in right-hand drive. With refined styling, a comfortable 2+2 cabin, and boasting desirable factory ‘Modificata’ enhancements, it would make a stylish and very capable companion for retro daily driving, weekend cruising, and long-distance road trips alike.

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