1997 Ferrari F355 Spider

The F355 Spider debuted in 1995, its Pininfarina penned lines honed by 1,800 hours in the wind tunnel, resulting in a blend of aerodynamic performance and elegant style. For the first time on a Ferrari, the semi-automatic soft-top was powered electrically. Initially, the Spider was offered with a 6-speed transmission of which just 2,664 were produced.

The longitudinally mounted 3496cc V8 produced a stunning 380 horsepower at a spine tingling 8,250 rpm. The gearbox now had six speeds, with a new design of synchromesh that made it much easier to shift. New electronically adjustable shock absorbers varied their stiffness within milliseconds to suit the road surface. Around Ferrari's 1.86 mile Fiorano test track the 355 was two seconds a lap faster than the 12 cylinder 512 TR and that level of performance combined with its sensational shape made it a worldwide success story.

Finished in striking Giallo Fly Yellow, this Spider really stands out from the rest of the crowd. Supplied new on 02/07/1997 to Ferrari Lausanne in Switzerland, the car has remained in Swiss hands for much of its life where, at the time of cataloguing the car had covered 59,800kms, roughly 37,000 miles. We believe that the car has always been well maintained and the service book indicates the following service records.

25/04/2001 at 18970km. Full cambelt service by Sport Auto Staub AG, Gisikon.

01/02/2002 at 25671km. Service by Sport Auto Staub AG, Gisikon.

14/06/2006 at 46536km. Service by Sport Auto Staub AG, Gisikon.

01/02/2011 at 53807km. Full cambelt service by Sport Auto Staub AG, Gisikon.

Currently the car is undergoing a service prior to the auction by specialists Trident Cars and, as such, will be presented in fine fettle ready for the new owner to enjoy top down summer motoring.