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LOT 177
2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta Coachwork by Pininfarina Chassis no. ZFFZR52B000124211
Sold for €437,000 inc. premium
Lot 177
Belgian delivery, No. 233 of only 448 built
2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta
2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta
2001 Ferrari 550 Barchetta
Coachwork by Pininfarina
Chassis no. ZFFZR52B000124211
Coachwork by Pininfarina
Chassis no. ZFFZR52B000124211
• Ordered new via Ferrari dealer Monza in Belgium
• Single family ownership from new
• Just 15,700 km recorded from new
• 6-speed manual gearbox
• Always dealer maintained, last major service in 2021 at 15,289 kilometres
• Offered with its original set of fitted luggage, helmets, books, tools and other gadgets
"The 550 Barchetta Pininfarina was designed to recall the glories of successful road racers of the past, such as the 166 MM, and thoroughbred front-engined 12-cylinder Ferrari roadsters of the calibre of the 250 GT California and 365 GTS/4 Daytona. Ferrari has always created very special runs of cars, and the 550 Barchetta Pininfarina was developed with the aim of being a unique Ferrari - one that deliberately seeks to be more provocative and less rational than the rest of the range." - Ferrari.
The long association between Ferrari and Pininfarina has been responsible for the creation of some of the most sublime fusions of art and automotive technology, and to mark the world renowned Carrozzeria's 70th Anniversary in 2000, Ferrari supremo Luca di Montezemolo invited Sergio Pininfarina to submit designs for a front-engined roadster embodying the spirit of past Maranello classics. Choosing the 550 Maranello coupé as the basis, the maestro proposed a return to the traditional barchetta style. In Ferrari's own words: "Functional and unadorned with a simple manual soft-top, the barchetta-style solution has enabled Ferrari's engineers to offset the additional weight gained by reinforcing the chassis and fitting rear roll bars. Consequently the 550 Barchetta Pininfarina weighs no more than the 500 Maranello."
The heart of any Ferrari is its engine, and the Barchetta Pininfarina's 48-valve, 5.5-litre V12 is the same as that of the 550 Maranello, developing 485bhp at 7,000rpm. All main engine castings of this state-of-the-art power unit are in light alloy, the aluminium wet liners are Nikasil coated and the connecting rods are titanium alloy. The design of the inlet and exhaust systems is derived directly from that of Ferrari's Formula 1 engines, providing the optimum balance between volumetric and combustion efficiency.
Standard equipment included a six-speed manual transaxle gearbox, electric windows and door mirrors, air conditioning, remote alarm and central locking, and split-rim alloy wheels. The production run was limited to 448 cars, each individually numbered and carrying a plaque inside with its own serial number and Sergio Pininfarina's signature. The result was an instant classic, with production reserved for a handful of faithful Ferraristi.
This 550 Barchetta was ordered new via the Ferrari dealer Monza in Flanders, Belgium. The car spent the first couple of years in Belgium before moving with the first owner to his second residence in Monaco, a country with a more 'barchetta-friendly' climate. Re-registered in Monaco, the Ferrari was driven only occasionally and was always dealer maintained.
After the first owner's death, his son re-imported the car into Belgium in August 2020 with just under 15,000 kilometres on the odometer. The most recent major service was carried out in 2021 at 15,289 kilometres, which included changing the timing belts and cost €10,671. The car has seen little use since then and currently displays a believed-genuine total of 15,800 kilometres from new on the odometer. The owner confirms that the Barchetta has never suffered accident damage and is still exactly how it left the factory in 2001. It even comes with its original set of fitted luggage, two matching helmets, and all books and tools. Accompanying documentation includes Belgian registration documents; a Certificate of Conformity; various invoices for work carried out; and a valuation report confirming the car's excellent condition. Ready to be enjoyed, this most exclusive modern Ferrari would be a credit to any private collection. A unique opportunity!
• Single family ownership from new
• Just 15,700 km recorded from new
• 6-speed manual gearbox
• Always dealer maintained, last major service in 2021 at 15,289 kilometres
• Offered with its original set of fitted luggage, helmets, books, tools and other gadgets
"The 550 Barchetta Pininfarina was designed to recall the glories of successful road racers of the past, such as the 166 MM, and thoroughbred front-engined 12-cylinder Ferrari roadsters of the calibre of the 250 GT California and 365 GTS/4 Daytona. Ferrari has always created very special runs of cars, and the 550 Barchetta Pininfarina was developed with the aim of being a unique Ferrari - one that deliberately seeks to be more provocative and less rational than the rest of the range." - Ferrari.
The long association between Ferrari and Pininfarina has been responsible for the creation of some of the most sublime fusions of art and automotive technology, and to mark the world renowned Carrozzeria's 70th Anniversary in 2000, Ferrari supremo Luca di Montezemolo invited Sergio Pininfarina to submit designs for a front-engined roadster embodying the spirit of past Maranello classics. Choosing the 550 Maranello coupé as the basis, the maestro proposed a return to the traditional barchetta style. In Ferrari's own words: "Functional and unadorned with a simple manual soft-top, the barchetta-style solution has enabled Ferrari's engineers to offset the additional weight gained by reinforcing the chassis and fitting rear roll bars. Consequently the 550 Barchetta Pininfarina weighs no more than the 500 Maranello."
The heart of any Ferrari is its engine, and the Barchetta Pininfarina's 48-valve, 5.5-litre V12 is the same as that of the 550 Maranello, developing 485bhp at 7,000rpm. All main engine castings of this state-of-the-art power unit are in light alloy, the aluminium wet liners are Nikasil coated and the connecting rods are titanium alloy. The design of the inlet and exhaust systems is derived directly from that of Ferrari's Formula 1 engines, providing the optimum balance between volumetric and combustion efficiency.
Standard equipment included a six-speed manual transaxle gearbox, electric windows and door mirrors, air conditioning, remote alarm and central locking, and split-rim alloy wheels. The production run was limited to 448 cars, each individually numbered and carrying a plaque inside with its own serial number and Sergio Pininfarina's signature. The result was an instant classic, with production reserved for a handful of faithful Ferraristi.
This 550 Barchetta was ordered new via the Ferrari dealer Monza in Flanders, Belgium. The car spent the first couple of years in Belgium before moving with the first owner to his second residence in Monaco, a country with a more 'barchetta-friendly' climate. Re-registered in Monaco, the Ferrari was driven only occasionally and was always dealer maintained.
After the first owner's death, his son re-imported the car into Belgium in August 2020 with just under 15,000 kilometres on the odometer. The most recent major service was carried out in 2021 at 15,289 kilometres, which included changing the timing belts and cost €10,671. The car has seen little use since then and currently displays a believed-genuine total of 15,800 kilometres from new on the odometer. The owner confirms that the Barchetta has never suffered accident damage and is still exactly how it left the factory in 2001. It even comes with its original set of fitted luggage, two matching helmets, and all books and tools. Accompanying documentation includes Belgian registration documents; a Certificate of Conformity; various invoices for work carried out; and a valuation report confirming the car's excellent condition. Ready to be enjoyed, this most exclusive modern Ferrari would be a credit to any private collection. A unique opportunity!
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