Ferrari F355 1999 (T) GTS 2dr

Full Franchise Service History, Introduced in 1994, the Ferrari F355 marked a turning point for the marque. Replacing the 348, it featured a raft of technical and styling advancements that brought Ferrari into a new era.Under the rear decklid sits an improved 3.5litre, 40valve naturally aspirated V8 engine with an allnew 5valve cylinder head, producing 375 bhp and revving to an exhilarating 8,250 rpm. It was, and remains, a celebration of naturally aspirated Ferrari power, sound, and balance.Initially launched in its Berlinetta form, the Spider variant soon followed in 1995 becoming Ferraris first convertible with a fully automatic softtop providing a blend of highperformance and openair elegance. By the time production ended in 1999, fewer than 3,800 F1 Spiders had been built worldwide, making this a highly soughtafter and collectible Ferrari. Of those produced, just 1,053 were specified with the F1 transmission.As a 1999 model, this example is an original UK RHD delivered car, first registered in May 1999 by supplying dealer Stratstone of Wilmslow. Finished in the signature colour way of Rosso Corsa over Crema Connolly leather with red piping, black soft top and silver 5spoke wheels, this 355 F1 Spider is unmistakably Ferrari.This particular car features the F1 electrohydraulic manual transmission, introduced in 1997, the first of its kind in a roadgoing Ferrari. Derived directly from Ferraris Formula One program, it brought paddleshift gear changes to the street, offering quicker shifts and a unique, driverfocused experience that foreshadowed the systems in later models like the 360 and F430.Having covered just 17,400 miles the car presents in superb condition throughout, with only minimal wear. The bodywork is maintained with a full frontend PPF covering, with the car having been twostage paint corrected at the same time as application. An extensive service history shows this car has been cared for over the years, with an allFerrari service history. Notably, the cambelt was last replaced in March 2023, at 16,119 miles, alongside the inner and outer driveshaft boots.In more recent times, a service has just been carried out in February 2025 by HR Owen Ferrari Hatfield, followed by additional works at Ferrarispecialist Bell Sport & Classic.This Ferrari is accompanied by a comprehensive history file containing previous service invoices, MOT history, leather book pack and a 355 F1 sales brochure. A Schedoni tool kit, tyre inflation kit and plugin torch also accompany the car. A matching Crema tonneau completes the vehicles iconic look.A fastappreciating modern classic, the 355 F1 is widely regarded as one of the best driving Ferraris of its era, blending analogue feedback with emerging technology. Whether for weekend drives or longterm investment, this Ferrari deserves a place in any serious collection.Available for immediate viewing and demonstration at our Hertfordshire showrooms, and supplied with a 12month comprehensive warranty.