1995 Ferrari 355 GTS Manual

Regarded by many as the last really pretty Ferrari, the 355 was launched in early 1994 and shared most of it's dimensions with it's predecessor the 348, but was, in most respects, a brand new design although it retained the Flying Buttress rear window styling cue which dated back to the 1965 206 Dino GT. The Berlinetta and the Targa topped GTS were available initially with the 355 Spyder joining the range about a year later.An increase in capacity from 3.4 to 3.5 litres and a new 5 valve head managed to produce 375 bhp. from the longitudinally mounted V8 at a spine tingling 8,250 rpm. The six speed manual gearbox with it's much improved synchromesh combined with the instantly adjustable shock absorbers and extra engine power meant that the 355 was considerably more competent and enjoyable than it's predecessor.

This Left Hand Drive 355 GTS was supplied new to Msr.Martin Domicille on 14/02/1995 by Garage Francorchamps in Brussels, the renowned Ferrari dealership headed by legendary Grand Prix driver and close friend of Enzo Ferrari, the late Jacques Swaters. The initial specification included electronically variable suspension, air conditioning and six speed manual transmission. It is fitted with the 2.7 Motronic ignition system which produces a little more power and is less complex than the later 5.2 and, as a pre airbag model, sports the more attractive steering wheel.

Msr Martin Domicille remained the only owner until it was purchased by our vendor in 2014 and now shows a warranted mileage of 35,302 Km.The car looks fabulous in the classic Ferrari colours of Rosso Corsa and Nero leather and appears to have been immaculately maintained by its one owner.The indicated mileage at it's last service (21/10/14) was 34,454 Km. and prior to that the full service history shows a further 5 cambelt services. At this last visit to the dealer the car enjoyed a full major brake and clutch service and the engine was removed to facilitate the change of cambelts and tensioners and a change of fluids. Whilst the engine was out the owner decided to take the opportunity to carry out a considerable amount of detailing bringing the car up to an exceptional standard. The cam covers were repainted and all the engine ancillaries and the engine bay received lots of attention.The results are stunning and viewing is recommended.The car is shod with matching Michelin Sport Tyres and comes with all the relevant vehicle and Sony documents in a leather wallet. In addition there is a car cover, two seat covers, steering wheel cover, a genuine Ferrari leather GTS roof cover, tyre inflator kit and a couple of sets of keys.