1998 Ferrari F355 F1 Berlinetta

• Delivered new to the USA
• Resident in the UK since 2016
• Comprehensive service history in the USA and UK
• Well maintained (last change of timing belts in 2023)

First presented to the motoring press in May 1994, the F355 effectively re-forged the reputation of Ferrari's V8 which, 328 and 348 notwithstanding, had suffered since the introduction of the Mondial 'world car'. The latter, with its four seats, well-appointed interior, and - relatively - soft ride, was considered far too sensible to be a 'proper' Ferrari; the F355 though, was cast in the mould of that great driver's car, the Dino 246 GT. Just how great an advance it was may be gauged from the fact that the F355's best time around Ferrari's Fiorano test track was three seconds quicker than the formidable 512 TRs.

Despite its prodigious performance the F355 was no mere 'racer on the road', but a thoroughly modern automobile employing state-of-the-art technology, in the form of computer-controlled variable damping, to reconcile the differing requirements of ultimate roadholding and acceptable comfort. A light-action clutch, proportional power-assisted steering, and driver's air bag were other features calculated to make the car reassuringly user-friendly.

The heart of the F355, though, was its phenomenal 3.5-litre V8 engine. Equipped with four overhead camshafts and five valves per cylinder - a layout borrowed from Ferrari's contemporary Formula 1 engine - this remarkable unit produced a claimed 370bhp at 8,250rpm, with 268lb/ft of torque available from 5,000 to 6,500rpm. A six-speed manual gearbox, mounted transversely behind the longitudinally disposed engine, ensured a sufficiency of ratios to keep the motor on the boil whatever the situation. Subsequently the F355 could be ordered with the Formula 1-developed six-speed automated manual paddle-shift transmission, as was this example.

Finished in Rosso with tan leather Interior, this F355 was supplied new to the USA and has been in the UK since 2016. The current recorded mileage is circa 35,850. Please note, the numberplate 'F1 GOK' is not included in the sale and the non-factory steering wheel photographed will be replaced with a standard item. Work carried out since the car's arrival in this country include a full 'engine out' recommission in 2016 by Ferrari specialists Migliore Cars in Bromsgrove, which included replacing the timing belts. In 2017 the gearbox was rebuilt and another 'engine out' and belts replacement carried out in 2023, at which time the cam covers were repainted in red crackle finish. A minor service was carried out in 2025 to include new spark plugs and ignition leads, etc. Other work carried out this year includes wheel refurbishment; the 'sticky switches' restored; seats re-connolised; ceramic coating and PPF wrapping. The car is offered with a V5 registration document; a leather book pack; Ferrari tool kit; service history and the aforementioned numerous maintenance invoices.