"Manufactured from May 1994 to 1999, the Ferrari F355 was an evolution of the Ferrari 348. It is a mid-engined, rear wheel drive, V8-powered two-seat coupé. At launch, two models were available; the coupé Berlinetta and the Targa topped GTS. The Spider (convertible) version was introduced in 1995. One major difference between the longitudinal V8 in the 348 and that in the 355, apart from the displacement increase from 3.4 to 3.5 litres, is that the F355 features a five valve per cylinder head that is considerably more powerful, producing 375bhp. The nomenclature does not follow the formula from the previous decades, i.e. engine capacity plus cylinder number for example, the Ferrari 308 name comes from three litres plus eight cylinders, with the same for the 328, 348, 512 etc. This time, Ferrari used engine capacity plus number of valves per cylinder; proud to boast about this technological advancement, with the name 355 coming from 3.5 litres engine capacity and five valves per cylinder. The F355 has become the most popular model so far with over 11,273 cars produced.
This excellent low mileage example presents very well and is finished on the exterior in the rare colour of Swaters Blue that is complemented by its tan leather interior. The discerning will no doubt note that this has the desirable manual gearbox powered by the 3496cc V8 engine fitted with the Bosche Motronic fuel injection; reassuringly, at 40,073 miles, a cambelt service was carried out. This example is in very good order throughout, no doubt, somewhat, due to it being imported from Newport, California at the beginning of 2018 by the current owner. UK lights have been fitted to conform with UK regulations. Included is an original tool kit and service book, including the service book and a UK V5 registration document. We are also informed that this Ferrari will arrive at the sale with a fresh MoT test certificate. This is a lovely looking Ferrari that no doubt will give a lucky new owner great pleasure and pride of ownership."