1999 Ferrari 355 Berlinetta F1

The Ferrari F355 is a modern classic, so beautiful, so well-engineered and so well received that it marked the beginning of the end of the old-guard "Ferraristi' philosophy that the only "real" Ferraris were ones with 12-cylinder engines. The Ferrari F355 Berlinetta and Targa GTS burst onto the world stage in the spring of 1994 with almost exactly the same dimensions as it's predecessor the 348, yet it was virtually a new car, as it's stunning coachwork indicated. Many hours of wind tunnel testing influenced the harmonious shape which incorporated an F1 style flat bottom with channeled air flow generating enough down-force to offset any lift.

The longitudinally mounted 3496cc V8 produced a stunning 374bhp at a spine-tingling 8250rpm and the gearbox now had six speeds with a new type of synchromesh making changes so much smoother. 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 it's sensational shape made it a worldwide success story.

Offered here is an original, UK delivered, right hand drive F1 Berlinetta that has covered just 24,206 miles from new. It has been meticulously maintained over the years, as the service book and history file proves with the following details;

•30/11/99 JCT600 Ferrari @ 5624 miles•26/4/01 JCT600 Ferrari @ 8335 miles•23/04/02 Graypaul Ferrari @ 12164 miles•13/12/02 JCT600 Ferrari @ 13223 miles•12/05/03 JCT600 Ferrari @ 15464 miles (cambelts & service)•21/06/05 Graypaul Ferrari @ 19570 miles•10/06/06 Graypaul Ferrari @ 20393 miles (cambelts & service)•11/04/08 Graypaul Ferrari @ 21742 miles•22/04/10 Graypaul Ferrari @ 22685 miles•17/05/10 Midland Sports Cars; New clutch, release bearings, water pump and timing belts.•06/02/13 MDS Ferrari specialists @ 23516 miles •23/04/15 Luke Oakley Ltd @ 24206 miles (cambelts & service)

In the striking combination of Rosso Corsa with Crema this beautifully presented 355 F1 will be supplied with a new MoT, UK V5c and bespoke car cover but please note that the private plate is not included and a new one will be issued before the sale.

A worthy contender for any Ferrari collector or enthusiast.