2000 Ferrari 550 Maranello
Vehicle Description
The 550 Maranello marked Ferrari's return to producing a front-V12 engine two-seat Berlinetta, as president Luca di Montezemelo wanted a more useable and driveable flagship model. Gone were the flat-12's of the 70's & 80's, Ferrari was going back to their roots of a super-GT. Unveiled to the public in July 1996 it quickly became yet another sales success, often referred to as the 'Daytona of the Nineties' and remains as desirable. The 550 is a ‘modern classic’ GT that is powerful, elegant and comfortable, and exemplifies the best of Maranello as its name suggests.
Powering the 550 is the F133A, a 48 valve quad-cam V12 producing 485hp and 419 lb/ft torque. A variable length intake optimizes power across the rev-range offering a very refined driving experience with . The handling is really a standout, hydraulically assisted steering is dictated by road speed so the feel and texture through the wheel is quality. Featuring a transaxle layout the all sycromesh 6-speed gearbox offers a tractable and smooth delivery of power. Ferrari got things right with the 550 lapping the famed Fiorano test circuit 3 seconds quicker than the 512M it replaced. In 1998, a slightly modified 550 set three world speed records at the Transportation Research Centre in Ohio. The near perfect 50/50 weight distribution and reliability also set it up well for endurance racing, with the 550 Maranello Prodrive winning the LMGT2 class at Le Mans in 2004.
Delivered March 2000 by JCT600, specified in Tour de France Blu over tan with blue carpets. Optioned with blue piping, blue stitching, full upper dash in tan as well as A-pillars and headlining. After paint correction in 2022, full PPF was applied and Quicksilver back boxes installed. In addition, a Pioneer head unit with reversing camera have been fitted and upgraded HiFi. Having been serviced throughout its life by Ferrari Main Dealers and Specialists, this example has been maintained to a very high standard and cherished by its owner, will make a fine addition to any collection.
It is complete with its original leather owners wallet, books, keys & fobs, exhaust, head unit, toolkit and a wealth of documentation in its history folder.
Service history:
2001- Lancaster
2002- Specialised Cars Ltd
2003- Specialised Cars Ltd + belts
2004- Graypaul
2006- Emblem + belts
2007- Emblem
2008- Emblem + gearbox rebuild
2010- Emblem + belts
2011- Graypaul
2012- Graypaul
2013- Graypaul
2014- Graypaul
2015- Graypaul + belts
2016- Graypaul
2017- Graypaul
2018- Graypaul
2019- Foskers + belts
2020- Foskers
2022- Foskers + belts & clutch
2023- Foskers
2024- Foskers
2025- Foskers
