2008 Ferrari F430

OVERVIEW

SBX Cars is proud to offer for sale this 2008 Ferrari F430 Spider showing 67,669 km (42,047 mi) on the odometer at the time of cataloging. Finished in Giallo Modena over a Black leather cabin, this drop-top is a masterpiece of Ferrari mid-engined V8 exotica.

When Ferrari rolled out the F430 in 2005, it departed from the long history of mid-engine V8 models tracing a lineage to the legendary Dino. Instead, this Pininfarina-designed supercar featured an all-new F136 V8 with a flat-plane crank, dry-sump lubrication, and exactly nothing shared with the outgoing 360 Modena.

Loaded with touches to famed Ferraris of the past - 156 F1-inspired front air intakes, side mirror etching à la Testarossa, and Enzo-like tail lamps - the F430 was as incredible then as it remains today. Today’s Spider example ratchets up the desirability by keeping that glorious red-headed V8 in view even when the top is down.

NOTABLE COMMENTARY

• “...during our search for the perfect sports car environment, a drive in the F430 was a transcendental experience.” - Car and Driver

• “There's nothing understated about the F430 Spider. To drive it, you've got to be prepared to live large.” - Motor Trend

• “...at 4500 rpm…there's a distinct kick and ramping up of the torque. From here the engine really starts to pile on the pace, its bark becoming ever-more manic until at 7000 rpm there's another kick and the V8 wails gloriously to the redline.” - Evo

SPECIFICATIONS & OPTIONS 

This 2008 Ferrari F430 Spider is powered by a 4.3L 136 V8 rated for 483 horsepower and 343 lb-ft of torque. A 6-speed F1 automated manual transaxle routes power to the rear wheels with an electronically controlled limited-slip differential. Additional features below:

Exterior

• Giallo Modena finish
• Black power-operated soft-top
• Polished 19” Challenge wheels with yellow Prancing Horse center caps
• Pirelli P Zero front tires measuring 235/35 and Bridgestone Potenza rear tires measuring 285/35
• Bi-xenon headlights
• Scuderia Ferrari fender shields
• F430 embossed driver-side mirror
• Glass engine cover
• Valvetronic “Special Ops” titanium exhaust with dual twin-tip outlets

Interior 

• Black leather with yellow stitching throughout
• Carbon fiber trim
• Power-adjustable Daytona-style seats with perforated yellow inserts and Cavallino Rampante embossed headrests
• Carbon fiber and leather steering wheel with red 12 o’clock marker, shift paddles, engine start button, and mannettino control
• Yellow-faced 10,000-rpm analog tachometer 
• Supplementary analog gauges for coolant temperature, oil temperature, oil pressure, and 360 km/n speedometer with inset odometer reading 67,602 km
• F430 Y.M.K. and 2007 F1 World Champion dashboard plates - the seller is able to supply a customized dashboard plate to the new owner at no extra cost
• Kenwood head unit
• Automatic climate control
• Wind deflector
• Aluminum pedals and passenger-side footrest
• Ferrari door sill guards

Mechanical

• Naturally aspirated 4.3L V8 
• Dry-sump lubrication 
• Carbon fiber air intake boxes
• Factory rated for 483 horsepower at 8,500 rpm and 343 lb-ft of torque at 5,250 rpm
• 6-speed F1 automated manual transaxle
• Electronically controlled limited-slip differential
• Cross-drilled brakes with yellow-finished calipers and black Ferrari branding

SERVICE HISTORY

The most recent service for this 2008 F430 Spider was completed by German Experts of Dubai on August 4, 2024. Work is detailed on invoices seen in the gallery with highlights including a replacement rain sensor, a new intake manifold gasket, paintwork, dent repair, and upholstery work. The car was noted to be in good condition.

Additional service history is detailed in the factory booklet and on invoices shown in the gallery. 

OWNERSHIP HISTORY & PROVENANCE

This 2008 Ferrari F430 remains with its original owner (the seller).

NOTED IMPERFECTIONS

Imperfections with this 2008 F430 Spider, as seen in the gallery, include convertible top looseness, curb rash on the front passenger-side wheel, a dented driver-side door sill guard, driver-seat upholstery wear, and wear on the glove box door. 

VEHICLE INSPECTION

The vehicle was inspected by AutoHub on January 10, 2025. To view the report, click HERE.

INCLUDED IN THE SALE

• Original purchase documentation
• Factory manuals
• Ferrari duffle bag
• Ferrari toolkit
• Glovebox flashlight

SUMMARY

The Ferrari F430 Spider was received with glee by industry experts and for good reason - it is an absolute show-stopping example of Italian automotive excellence. Capable of nearly 200 mph - with the top down - and loaded with all manner of historic Ferrari touches, it was an epic machine. 

This 2008 F430 Spider is the perfect opportunity to get behind the wheel and discover what makes it one of the the all-time open-air exotic greats.

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