Vehicle Description
540�bhp, 5,748 cc 65-degree V-12 engine, six-speed
electro-hydraulic F-1 transmission, independent front and rear
suspension with coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers with
adaptive damping and anti-roll bars, and front and rear carbon
ceramic�disc�brakes. Wheelbase: 98.4 in. This is one of the most
collectible Ferrari's of the modern era. You will not find a
better�SuperAmerica�with great Pedigree! MULTIPLE TIME PLATINUM
AWARD WINNER!
• Purchased new by Roger�Penske
• 4,800 miles from new
• Ferrari�Classiche�certified
• 1 of 559
• Books, Tools, Car Cover
• 2x�Platino�Award Winner at the famous�Cavallino�Concours
• Platinum Award at 2017�FCA�Nationals at Daytona
• 2017�Coppa�Bella�Macchina�Award Winner 2017�FCA�Nationals at
Daytona
QUAIL MOTORSPORTS GATHERING INVITEE-2017
2017 FERRARI DISPLAY AT PEBBLE BEACH FOR 70TH ANNIVERSARY
2017 FERRARI NYC DISPLAY AT ROCKEFELLER CENTER, 1 OF 7 CARS CHOSEN
TO BE ON DISPLAY
ONE OF THE VERY FEW TO BE FULLY LOADED WITH SHIELDS, CARBON
BRAKES
Following the success of the 550�Barchetta, it was clear that
Ferrari would seek to produce another convertible version of its
latest front-engined V-12 grand�tourer, the�575M�Maranello. The
success of the 550�Barchetta�confirmed that there was a market for
these limited-edition convertibles and that Ferrari's most faithful
would be more than willing to purchase them if made available.
Rather than simply create an updated version of the 550�Barchetta,
however, Ferrari decided to build something slightly out of the
ordinary.�
Looking to make the�Superamerica�more usable than the
550�Barchetta, Ferrari chose to go a very interesting route with
the car's convertible top, inventing what was called
the�Revochromico�rotating hardtop. Constructed of a carbon-fiber
frame integrated with�electrochomatic�glass, this would be the
first roof of its kind to be fitted to a production car. When
closed, the opacity of the glass in the roof could be adjusted via
a dial in the cabin, turning the glass from fully transparent like
a conventional sunroof to only allowing in 1% of the available
light. At the press of a button, the roof easily rotates back to
rest flush with the boot lid, leaving the rear window to function
as a wind deflector. One of the major benefits of this design was
that the roof rests on the rear deck, so as to not obstruct luggage
capacity. As a result, the boot is more than spacious enough for a
weekend getaway for two. With the exception of the roof,
the�Superamerica�remained mechanically identical to its closed
sibling.
This particular 575 Superamerica was purchased new by none other
than Roger Penske. Finished in traditional Ferrari Rosso Corsa (DS
322) over a Cuoio leather interior, it was acquired by its third
owner two years ago. Furthermore, the car was outfitted with
Daytona-style seats, the highly desirable GTC package, Scuderia
shields, and hi-fi stereo with six-disc CD changer, and satellite
navigation, and its tachometer was finished in Giallo, amongst
other options. Since then, it has received Ferrari Classiche
certification, confirming that it is presented today exactly as it
was delivered new to Mr. Penske. Its most recent service was
completed by Algar Ferrari of Philadelphia in October of 2014. At
that time, a standard annual service was carried out, where the
engine oil and filter were changed, along with a brake fluid flush.
Since then, the car has traveled just 14 miles, and at the time of
cataloging, the odometer was showing just 4,479 miles from new. In
addition, the car is accompanied by its original car cover, set of
owner's manuals, tool kit, and a file of service invoices.�
Purchased new by Roger Penske and having enjoyed just four owners
and 4,504 �miles from new, this is surely one of the finest 575
Superamericas available today. Boasting Ferrari Classiche
certification, it would be a wonderful addition to any collection
of Ferraris, as it represents one of the most innovative and
compelling automobiles ever built in Maranello.
