To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' The
Elkhart Collection event, 23 - 24 October 2020.
Estimate:
$100,000 - $125,000
- Original Nero-over-Nero example
- Driven an impressive 20,492 miles at time of cataloguing
- Notorious "sticky buttons" corrected in current ownership
- One of the favorite drivers in the collection
- Offered with tool set, jack, spare, and tire inflator
Debuted at the N�rburgring in July 1996 following 30 months of
development, the 550 Maranello marked Ferrari's long-awaited return
to a front-engined, rear-wheel-drive, two-seater configuration. At
its debut it showcased its 480 bhp V-12's ability to propel it to a
top speed of 199 mph, accelerating along the way from 0-60 mph in a
blistering 4.4 seconds. Motor Trend subsequently tested it against
the Porsche Carrera 4, Dodge Viper, Chevrolet Corvette, and others,
and it handily beat out all competitors with A++ ratings in most
categories.
The 550 offered is an original Nero-over-Nero example, with the
six-speed manual transmission, Scuderia shields, chrome wheels, and
Sony sound system with amplifier; it was also fitted with a clear
bra to protect the front end from stone chips during enthusiastic
driving, as well as with the popular aftermarket Tubi exhaust. The
car was advertised in late 2002 and early 2003 by Richard Thompson
of Denver, Colorado, with 12,700 miles and today records 20,492
miles, thanks to regular use in the current collection.
This car is reported to have been the most-driven automobile in the
collection, thanks to its excellent combination of high
performance, comfort, and everyday tractability, but has been
maintained to the same high standard as all others in the fleet.
With the exception of a scratch to the front bumper, as well as the
expected light underbody wear from its 20,000 miles, it remains in
very good overall condition. Significantly, the notorious "sticky
buttons" that plague this generation of Ferrari were corrected in
present ownership.
Offered with its original tool set, jack, spare, and tire inflator,
this is a great driver's 550 Maranello in outstanding, menacing
colors.To view this car and others currently consigned to this
auction, please visit the RM website at
rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/el20.
