1999 Ferrari F355 F1 GTS
24,000 miles from new

Registration No: S154VWE
Chassis No: ZFFXR42C000114885

Motor Car Location: Perthshire

• Entered from a significant Ferrari collection
• 1 of just 78 UK supplied F1 transmission examples
• 24,000 miles from new
• Described by the vendor as 'absolutely mint'
• Ten service stamps (main dealer and marque specialist) with the last at 24,106 miles

Model Background:

Introduced at the May 1994 Geneva Salon, the F355 - available in either fixed-head Berlinetta or targa-roofed GTS guise - was the standard bearer for a new generation of more technologically advanced 'small' Ferraris. Based around a robot-welded sheet steel monocoque equipped with all-round independent double-wishbone suspension, ventilated ABS disc brakes and power assisted rack and pinion steering, it utilised a new computer-controlled electronic damper system that self-adjusted depending upon the feedback gleaned from various road speed, brake pressure, suspension loading and steering sensors. Further enhanced by a 'ground effects' undertray which created a welcome pressure differential at high speeds, the F355 was revealed to be seven seconds and four seconds a lap faster round Ferrari's Fiorano test track than the 348 and 512TR respectively. Cradled by a separate subframe, its longitudinally mid-mounted 'quad-cam' 3496cc V8 boasted an 11.1:1 compression ratio, F1-style titanium con-rods, forged alloy pistons, three-inlet and two-exhaust valves per cylinder (40 in total) and the latest Bosch engine management system. Developing an incredible 380bhp and 268lbft of torque, it drove the rear wheels via a neatly integrated transverse six-speed gearbox. The change itself was actuated by either a conventional gated manual or F1-style paddleshifts (a first for a production car). Reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 4.6 seconds, 0-100mph in 10.6 seconds and 185mph, the F355 was an undoubted supercar. Styled by Pininfarina, its retractable headlights, reversed elliptical grille, 'bullet hole' driving lights, uncluttered side air intakes, subtle engine lid spoiler and quad circular rear lights met with widespread approval. Beautifully trimmed, the model's cosseting interior came with leather upholstery, electric windows and air-conditioning as standard. Faster yet more forgiving than its 348 predecessor, the F355 became an almost instant classic. Of the 2,577 GTS cars made, just 78 were supplied to the UK with F1 transmission.

PLEASE NOTE: The personalised registration number 'F355 WES' which is visible in some of the photos is being retained by the vendor and does not form part of the sale. Also, the front boot lid has not been shut properly in some of the photos.