Ferrari F355 GTB F1 , Rosso Corsa over Tobacco, Full service hi 1997
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We have unearthed a fantastic 1997 Ferrari F355 F1 Berlinetta, which initially was an Italian delivery. The F355 was the first Ferrari production car equipped with optional “flappy paddles”. The innovative electro-hydrolic steered transmission came straight out of Formula 1. The paddles are not only quicker to use compared to conventional manual transmission but also have the added benefit of not having to lift ones hands from the steering wheel when shifting gear. The F1 transmission is a rare option. Of the 4,871 F355’s produced only 1,042 came with F1 transmission, making this a desirable model for collectors. The transmission is not the only big attraction with this F355. The car has a wonderful combination finish of Rosso Corsa exteriorly with a Tobacco leather interior trim. It has beige carpets and a black leather covered dashboard. The interior is in tip-top condition with only minor signs of use. The quality of the finish is perfect, the fine straight bodywork is correctly aligned. All synthetic materials are also in great condition. Naturally the F355’s underbody is undamaged and rust-free. The mechanical aspects of the car have also been very well maintained. Recently, 200 km ago, a major service was carried out by the Dutch Ferrari importer with the €11.500 invoice included with the extensive documentation folder. The work carried out included new timing belt, new V-belt, new tension pulley, two new catalysts, new spark plugs, fluids, gaskets, bushes and pipes. During this service the valve lids were sandblasted and spray painted with wrinkle-red lacquer. The engine bay not only looks great but thanks to the recent maintenance it is in a picture of health. The overall condition of this Ferrari cannot be described anything other than as outstanding. There is an abundance of documentation including the car wallet with all the booklets and codes, many recent invoices as well as older ones from its time in Italy. In short; a very good Ferrari F355 F1 Berlinetta with much recent maintenance, a wonderful colour combination and a correct provenance. Gallery Aaldering is Europe’s leading Classic Cars specialist since 1975! Always 300-350 Classic and Sportscars in stock, please visit http://www.gallery-aaldering.com for the current stock list (all offered cars are available in our showroom) and further information. We are located near the German border, 95 km from Düsseldorf and 90 km from Amsterdam. So easy traveling by plane, train, taxi and car. Transport and worldwide shipping can be arranged. No duties/import costs within Europe. We buy, sell and provide consignment sales (selling on behalf of the owner). We can arrange/provide registration/papers for our German (H-Kennzeichen, TÜV, Fahrzeugbrief, Wertgutachten usw.) and Benelux customers. Gallery Aaldering, Arnhemsestraat 47, 6971 AP Brummen, The Netherlands. Tel: 0031-575-564055. Quality, experience and transparency is what sets us apart. We look forward to welcoming you in our showroom
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1997 Ferrari F355 GTB F1 , Rosso Corsa over Tobacco, Full service hi is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Brummen by Gallery Dealer for €79500.
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Car type : Car Make : Ferrari Model : F355 Model Version : GTB F1 , Rosso Corsa over Tobacco, Full service hi Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1997 Sub type : Coupé Location : Brummen
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The first Ferrari road car was the 125 S introduced in 1947 and powered by a 1.5 L V12 engine, right? Well it's not quite that simple, Ferrari did in fact produce e Tipo 815, in 1940. Tipo 815 was designed by ex-Alfa Romeo engineers Alberto Massimino and Vittorio Bellentani and by Enrico Nardi under Enzo's company but legal issues with the former associate Alfa Romeo prevented Ferrari from launching the Ferrari marque at that point.
Enzo did produce a series of fine road cars in the 50's and 60's but they were merely to finance his true passion racing, wheather GT/Sports car or Grand Prix. The 50's saw the birth of Ferrari's most memorable cars, 250 GTB (tour de France) 250 Testa Rossa, 250 GT swb just to name a few.
Under the surface tension was growing though. In November 1961 long-time sales manager Girolamo Gardini made an ultimatum to Enzo: if tensions continued, he would leave the company. As a result, Gardini was ousted, as well as Scuderia Ferrari manager Romolo Tavoni, chief engineer Carlo Chiti, experimental sports car development chief Giotto Bizzarrini, and a number of others who stood by them.
Without Chiti and Bizzarrini the development of what was to become the most quintessential Ferrari and today the world's most expensive car, 250 GTO, was at a pivoting point. 250 GTO project was saved by a young engineer Mauro Forghieri and long-time racing bodyman Sergio Scaglietti who stepped in and took over the program with known results.
In addition to 250 GTO, Ferrari launced such master pieces as 250 LM, 250P, 275 GTB, 365 GTB/4 "Daytona" during the the 60's
By the late 60's Ferrari's prototypes' success came to a sudden halt by a new competitor, GT40. Ford turned to Lola to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after Enzo had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that gave Ferrari some heavy hits in Le Mans 24 to come.
By the end of the 60's FIAT purchased 50% of the company, starting a development that has led to a new mass-produced era of Ferraris.
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