1998 Ferrari 550 Maranello

KEY FACTS

• This Ferrari 550 Maranello is a thrilling modern classic performance coupe, presented in a desirable factory colour scheme and equipped with a rare manual transmission.
• It is powered by a 5.5-litre naturally aspirated V12, delivering around 485hp to the rear wheels via an open-gate six-speed manual transmission.
• The odometer displays 35,860 miles.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The car is finished in Rosso Corsa over a beige leather-trimmed cabin featuring a black upper dashboard.
• It rides on a set of 18-inch split-rim 550 Barchetta alloy wheels.
• Equipment includes a switchable sport mode, electrically adjustable seats, and an Alpine stereo.
• A Tubi exhaust has been installed.
• Accompanying the sale is the owner’s book pack, service book, a significant file of invoices, indoor cover and seat covers, and toolkit minus the torch.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: minor stone chips on the rear arches, a minor stone chip on the roof, a small amount of cracking to the edge of the driver’s side piping, scuffing on the driver’s seat bolster, and a small amount of delamination on the front and rear windows.
• The seller also states that the bonnet, front bumper, driver’s side front wing and sill have been painted to correct stone chips.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 11 May 2026 at 35,762 miles, resulting in a first-time pass with an advisory for a front oil leak.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car was last serviced in March 2026 at 35,762 miles by Stratstone Ferrari Colchester, who renewed the engine oil, oil filter, gearbox oil, power steering fluid, battery, alternator, cam belts, reversing light switch, bonnet gas struts, a coolant hose, and fog lights.
• Prior to this, the car was serviced in January 2025 at 34,679 miles by Jardine Ferrari Colchester.

Dates and mileage:

Jan 1998 - PDI - Mortimer Houghton Turner

Aug 1999 - 2,364 miles - Mortimer Houghton Turner

Jan 2001 - 12,585 miles - Mortimer Houghton Turner

Sep 2003 - 14,836 miles - Dick Lovett Limited

Sep 2004 - 15,102 miles - Dick Lovett Limited

Jul 2005 - 16,087 miles - Maranello Sales

May 2006 - 20,525 miles - Maranello Sales

Sep 2007 - 24,104 miles - Maranello SALES

Feb 2008 - 24,351 miles - D K Engineering (cambelts only)

Sep 2009 - 26,453 miles - Grimaldi Engineering

Jun 2010 - 27,526 miles - Grimaldi Engineering

Oct 2011 - 28,523 miles - Grimaldi Engineering

Jul 2013 - 29,246 miles - Grimaldi Engineering

Sep 2015 - 29,407 miles - Barr-Tech

Oct 2016 - 29,641 miles - Barr-Tech

Dec 2017 - 29,681 miles - Barr-Tech

Nov 2018 - 29,714 miles - Lancaster Colchester

Nov 2019 - 29,748 miles - Lancaster Colchester

Oct 2020 - 29,836 miles - Jardine Ferrari Colchester

Oct 2021 - 30,775 miles - Jardine Ferrari Colchester

Oct 2022 - 32,462 miles - Jardine Ferrari Colchester

Oct 2023 - 33,440 miles - Jardine Ferrari Colchester

Jan 2025 - 34,679 miles - Jardine Ferrari Colchester

Mar 2026 - 35,762 miles - Stratstone Ferrari Colchester

SUMMARY

The Ferrari 550 Maranello is a highly regarded modern classic, celebrated for its potent V12 engine, elegant Pininfarina styling, and engaging driving experience. This example is presented in classic Rosso Corsa over beige and boasts a comprehensive service history. It would make a superb addition to any collection of Ferraris, and promises to be a thrilling and rewarding grand tourer for its next owner.

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