2003 Ferrari 575M F1

In 1996 Ferrari introduced the 550 Maranello in a bid to revive their fabled line of grand tourers, and the 550 quickly proved to be an overwhelming success. Six years later, in 2002, they introduced the 575M Maranello, which brought about a host of healthy updates to make an incredible car even more potent. Increasing the displacement of the V-12 by 250 cubic centimeters, resulting in a total of 5,748 cubic centimeters and brought a healthy increase in power and torque, giving the 575M a top speed of 202 mph. The front end was slightly revised with newer headlights, a revised air intake and front spoiler, and the weight distribution was improved to 50/50. Buyers also had the opportunity to outfit their new car with an F1-style gearbox, which proved to be a very popular option. To help rein in the increased performance, the 575M was also fitted with larger brake discs. Inside, the interior was modernized and refreshed with an updated dashboard, trim, and steering wheel, amongst other minor updates.

This right-hand drive 575M was supplied to New Zealand in 2003 and was fitted with the F1 gearbox. Finished in Argento Silver with a dark blue hide interior, it is accompanied by its original leather wallet and service book. The car shows a number of stamps that substantiate a total mileage of 64,900 miles at the time of cataloguing. A documented speedo change was fitted at 39,000 miles and this is fully recorded in the service records.

The car has recently been imported into the UK and all taxes and duties have been paid. A V5C registration has been applied for and we hope to have the car fully UK registered prior to the sale. In addition, a major service was completed by a Ferrari main dealer in July 2015, which included a replacement clutch and a refresh of all the interior switchgear at significant expense.

Offered with a current MoT, we believe this 575M is the perfect everyday 'supercar' and offers superb value given the rapid rise of 550 and 575 asking prices. We welcome all pre-sale inspections on this Ferrari and the engine bay and interior are a joy to behold. V12 motoring at its finest.