1998 Ferrari 355 F1 Spider - LHD

KEY FACTS

• A captivating and superbly vocal V8-powered supercar, this left-hand drive Ferrari 355 F1 Spider is presented in a timeless factory colour scheme.
• Its 3.5-litre naturally aspirated V8 sends around 375bhp to the rear wheels via a six-speed F1 semi-automatic transmission with paddle shift.
• The replacement odometer indicates 60,659 kilometres, though this is not warranted, and has been replaced at least twice, with the original unit understood to have shown 122,669 kilometres on removal. The seller believes the total distance covered by the car to be circa 83,500 miles.
• First registered in 1998, this left-hand drive example was originally delivered to Germany, and subsequently imported to the UK, where it was registered with the DVLA in October 1999.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 355 F1 Spider is finished in Nero with ‘Scuderia Ferrari’ wing shields over a Nero leather-trimmed cabin.
• It rides on a set of 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels, housing black brake callipers and fitted with Pirelli tyres.
• Equipment includes a Ferrari stereo, a MOMO steering wheel, carbon-fibre sill plates, a switchable sport mode, air conditioning, and a CD changer.
• Accompanying the sale is the owner’s book pack, recent service invoice, toolkit, an indoor cover, and two rare black seat covers with silver Cavallinos.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: stone chips on the bonnet, general wear consistent with a 30-year old vehicle, a scrape on the front bumper, shrunken leather around the centre air vents, and slight wear on the driver’s seat bolster.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 2 December 2025 at an indicated 59,947 kilometres, resulting in a clean first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The most recent service was performed in December 2025 by Emblem Sports Cars and included an overhaul of the steering rack, replacement of the coolant, F1 transmission fluid, and power steering fluid. An invoice detailing all work undertaken is visible in the photo gallery.
• A service was performed by Meridian Modena in July 2023 and included replacement of the cambelts.
• Prior to this, a service was performed in May 2022 at an indicated 4,837 miles by Ferrari specialist Kent High Performance Cars.
• The seller states that an OEM sports exhaust has been fitted in place of the previous Capristo system, and that the hood mechanism and gearbox have been overhauled.

Dates and mileage:

• May 1998 - PDI - Mellin Sportwagen GmbH
• Apr 199 - 14,076 kilometres - Satzer
• May 2000 - 21,019 kilometres - H.R. Owen Ferrari
• Dec 2000 - 31,471 kilometres - H.R. Owen Ferrari
• Aug 2002 - 46,328 kilometres - Hargreaves Racing
• Jun 2003 - 51,364 kilometres - Hargreaves Racing
• Jan 2004 - 56,054 kilometres - Hargreaves Racing
• May 2005 - 62,239 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• Dec 2010 - 63,566 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• Mar 2012 - 63,620 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• Mar 2013 - 68,507 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• Feb 2014 - 68,521 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• Mar 2015 - 78,327 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• Mar 2019 -114,994 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• May 2020 - 121,891 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• Aug 2021 - 4,174 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• May 2022 - 4,837 kilometres - Kent High Performance Cars
• Jul 2023 - 5,125 kilometres - Meridien Modena
• Dec 2025 - unknown - Emblem Sports Cars

SUMMARY

The Ferrari 355 F1 Spider represents a highly engaging and sonorous open-top supercar from the modern classic era, blending thrilling performance with timeless Pininfarina styling. This left-hand drive example presents in a desirable Nero colour scheme and would make an exciting addition to any collection.

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