• Year of manufacture 
    2005
  • Car type 
    Other
  • Lot number 
    87
  • Reference number 
    366
  • Drive 
    LHD
  • Condition 
    Used
  • Exterior brand colour 
    other
  • Location
    United States
  • Exterior colour 
    Other

Description

Chassis No. ZFFGT61A250144240

When the Ferrari 550 Maranello was introduced in 1996, it was almost universally considered the most beautiful modern Ferrari in history. With a design that harkened back very tastefully to the 365 GTB/4 Daytona, it was stunning to behold from literally any angle, both inside and out. Largely unchanged from a design standpoint, the 575M Maranello that followed benefited from numerous cosmetic and mechanical improvements nonetheless, not the least of which were larger brakes, improved aerodynamics, suspension modifications, a redesigned interior, and a 5.7-liter V12 that now produced over 500 hp.

Whereas the 550's only open-top iteration was a "Barchetta" roadster devoid of any permanent weather protection, the 575M saw the introduction of the stunning Superamerica in 2005. With its patented "Revocromico" top the car was converted from a glass-roofed coupe to a true convertible at the push of a button, which saw the carbon-framed roof panel rotate 180-degrees on a single, hinged axis. A simple dial on the interior allowed the driver to adjust the electrochromic glass from fully transparent to fully opaque. The comparatively minor increase in weight was easily offset by the added horsepower, as the Superamerica was treated to the "F133 G" engine, putting out 533 hp, which made for an advertised top speed of 199 mph, making this then the world's fastest convertible.

The car presented here is one of these 559 Superamericas built during the production run. It is, however, all the more rare as it is one of only about 170 examples delivered Stateside. Of those limited few imported cars, this particular Superamerica surely wears one of the most stunning and rare liveries - "Blu Mirabeau" over tan Daytona-style seats. The car is understood to have been well maintained and cared for since its delivery in California, after which the first owner drove the car sparingly over the first five years. After these first 6,000 miles, subsequent ownership in Florida only covered an additional 3,500 miles and, as the car is presented today, total mileage remains below 9,625 miles. A CarFax report on file indicates no known issues, as well as regular servicing visits at established dealerships, from Ferrari of Newport Beach to The Collection in Miami. It should be noted that while the Revocromico top does function properly and rotates into place, the glass is non-operational and is exhibiting slight delamination at the corners. As such, high quality ceramic window tint was applied to mitigate the experience of extreme sunlight. Presented today in excellent condition, commensurate with its low mileage, the Superamerica includes three keys, books, a car cover, and a tool kit.