F355 (1994 to 1999)

The Ferrari F355 was produced from 1994 to 1999 and is widely regarded as one of the most important modern Ferraris, bridging the gap between classic analogue cars and later, more digital models. Powered by a 3.5-litre naturally aspirated V8 producing up to 375 hp in later cars, the F355 introduced five valves per cylinder, a flat-plane crank, and dramatically improved aerodynamics, giving it performance and sound that defined the era. It was offered as a Berlinetta, GTS (targa), and Spider, with either a 6-speed gated manual or the early F1 paddle-shift transmission, and total production sat at approximately 11,300 cars across all variants. In the Australian market, the F355 is considered a blue-chip modern classic, with strong collector demand for manual, low-mile, well-serviced examples, while ownership costs and engine-out servicing remain key value drivers—making condition and history far more important than mileage alone.