1997Ferrari550 Maranello Documented History, 5.5L V12, Gated 6-Speed
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Grigio Titanio, gated 6-speed, and a naturally aspirated V12 — this 550 Maranello defines analog Ferrari grand touring with documented history and enduring collector appeal.
Highlights
- 478-hp naturally aspirated 5.5L V12
- Gated 6-speed manual
- Grigio Titanio finish
- Original, unrestored condition
- Documented history with books and tools
- European-spec
Overview
This 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello, showing 74,944 km (46,568 miles) on the odometer at the time of cataloging, is finished in Grigio Titanio over a Nero leather interior. Delivered new in Germany, it has since spent time in Italy and Belgium, and comes with a full set of factory books, tools, and a well-documented service history.
Power comes from the ultimate expression of Ferrari’s fabled road cars - a naturally aspirated V12 paired with an open-gate 6-speed manual. The 550 marked the Italian automaker’s return to a front-engine V12 grand touring layout, and today’s example captures that formula perfectly — long hood, gated shifter, 12 screaming cylinders, and the kind of analog experience absent from today’s supercar arena.
Maintained throughout its life with a stamped service book and supporting invoices, this stunning 550 remains in largely original condition. Boasting a classic color combination and detailed provenance from day one, it offers the rare opportunity to find out what a Ferrari V12 modern classic is all about.
Specifications & Options
Exterior
- Grigio Titanio finish
- 18” five-spoke alloy wheels
- Michelin Pilot Sport tires sized 255/40 front and 295/35 rear
- Front spoiler
- Integrated fog lights
- Projector-style headlights
- Hood scoop
- Scuderia Ferrari fender shields
- Vented front fenders
- Integrated rear spoiler
- Dual twin-tip exhaust outlets
Interior
- Nero leather with color-coordinated door panels, dashboard, and center console
- Leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel
- Jaeger analog gauge set:
- 340-kmh speedometer with inset odometer reading 74,944 km
- 10,000-rpm tachometer
- Coolant temperature
- Oil pressure
- Power-adjustable seats with embossed Cavallino Rampante headrests
- Center stack gauge set:
- Oil temperature
- Fuel level
- Clock
- Open-gate shifter
- 550 Maranello center stack emblem
- Factory cassette and CD player stereo
- Automatic climate control
- Rear luggage straps
- Ferrari door sill plates
- Drilled pedals
Mechanical
- Naturally aspirated 5.5L F133A V12
- Factory rated for 478 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 419 lb-ft of torque at 5,000 rpm
- 6-speed manual transaxle
- Limited-slip differential
- Cross-drilled brake rotors
- Black-finished brake calipers with white Ferrari branding
Service History
This 1997 550 Maranello features continuous documentation from new, including a stamped service book and invoices for routine maintenance across ownership in Germany, Italy, and Belgium.
Condition & Reports
Per the seller, a recent inspection indicates the car remains in good, largely original condition throughout, with normal signs of wear consistent with mileage. Mechanical components, chassis, and interior systems are reported to be in proper working order.
Included in the Sale
- Original Ferrari Schedoni pouch with original manuals
- Factory toolkit
- Stamped service book
Summary
The 550 Maranello delivers a driving experience that is increasingly rare—front-mounted V12 power, three pedals, and no filters between driver and machine. It’s a car that rewards expert driving and piles on the performance in a way only a naturally aspirated Ferrari V12 can.
With its documented ownership, original configuration, and complete factory accessories, today’s example offers a well-preserved entry into an iconic late-90s Ferrari grand tourer.
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1997 Ferrari550 Maranello
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