• The most powerful V-8 in Ferrari history, developing 710 horsepower at 8,000 rpm
• Developed from the Challenge and GTE racers as the ultimate road-going 488
• Finished in special-order Bianco Sanae with Blu Corsa racing stripes
• A well-presented example showing just 9,437 kilometres

Ferrari’s first turbocharged V-8 since the legendary F40, the 488 GTB was unveiled to a rapturous reception in March 2015. Powered by a 661 horsepower 3,902-cubic-centimetre twin-turbocharged power unit mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, the GTB was followed that autumn by the GTS. Although mechanically identical, the new variant added a retractable roof to the mix—allowing owners to enjoy open-air motoring, as well as getting closer to the spine-tingling soundtrack. Further evolutions included the GTE and Challenge racers, which in turn led to the lightweight but road-legal Pista.

Featuring the most powerful V-8 engine in Maranello history, the Pista made its debut in early 2018. It was joined by the GTS-based Pista Spider six months later. Weighing in at 1,280 kilograms, this ultimate 488 was a full 90 kilograms less than the standard GTB, while that car’s superb aerodynamics were further honed in the quest for maximum performance. And with 710 horsepower, the Pista had performance aplenty, the factory quoting a startling 1 min 21.5 sec lap time around its Fiorano test track.

Finished in special-order Bianco Sanae with Blu Corsa stripes, chassis 247840 was specified with desirable options including 20-inch forged diamond-cut wheels, yellow brake callipers, Scuderia shields, and a titanium exhaust. Inside, the cockpit trim was Charcoal Alcantara with Baby Blue accents, carbon-fibre racing seats completing the package. First registered on 5 July 2019, the Spider changed hands in July 2021 having covered a mere 7,645 kilometres, and was showing just 9,437 kilometres at the time of cataloguing. The car benefits from an auxiliary belt change and service carried out in March 2023.

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