Ferrari 488 Spider (2016)

The Ferrari 488 GTB heralds the arrival of a new generation of 8-cylinder supercars that are fitted with turbochargers. Following on from the success of the 458, the 488 has been introduced and this new model benefits from numerous changes and improvements. The engine is mounted lower down and the addition of a turbocharger makes the engine leaner and more efficient, but also dramatically increases the performance. The new engine is smaller than its predecessor at 3.9 litres, but when the twin turbos spool up and kick into life, an impressive 661bhp is produced - making this more powerful than the legendary Ferrari Enzo. The car can reach a top speed of 205mph a 0-60mph time of 3 seconds means that it will keep up with almost anything on the road. The 488 also has a new generation of the Slide Slip Control, which will carefully firm up or soften the dampers. The brakes are from the LaFerrari and there is a dual-clutch 7-speed transmission regarded as one of the finest gearboxes on any car to date.

The 488 Spider was launched just after the coupe and offers a complete topless experience in just 14 seconds. Additional strengthening has been added to the chassis to counter any strength lost by the folding metal roof, the Spider weighs just 50kg more than a GTB.

Please note, this vehicle is no longer for sale.

This UK supplied, RHD Ferrari 488 Spider was supplied new to its first keeper in October 2016 by Meridien Modena. Optioned in the classical Rosso Corsa over Crema, this example has covered just 6,950 miles from new.

Fitted with a number of desirable options, this example sees both the Carbon Fibre Exterior Package and the Carbon Fibre Racing Package fitted to the car. Brake Callipers in Rosso behind Diamond-Cut 20’’ Forged Wheels with Carbon Fibre centre caps complete the look. Scuderia shields and the desirable Sports Exhaust is fitted.

Inside the car benefits from Crema leather with special order side inserts 'SA Aperta' style and contrasting central seat stripe in Rosso Ferrari leather. The car receives a Carbon Fibre Driving Zone including the Carbon Fibre Steering Wheel with LED shift lights and the Carbon Fibre dashboard inserts and central tunnel. Cavallinos are embroidered on the headrests in Rosso and fitted floor mats feature the embroidered logo. The large central rev counter is finished in Giallo to match the brake calipers.

The full specification can be found below:

• Apple CarPlay
• Goldrake carbon fibre seats
• Extra-Campionario side inserts 'SA Aperta' style and contrasting central seat stripe in Rosso Ferrari leather
• Carbon fibre rear air-ducts
• Carbon fibre fog lamp
• Carbon fibre side air splitter
• Carbon fibre driver zone + LEDS
• Carbon fibre b-post trim
• Carbon fibre central bridge
• Carbon fibre dashboard inserts
• Carbon fibre front spoiler
• Cavallino stitched in Rosso
• Coloured mats with logo
• Inner colour rear leather trim
• Scuderia shields
• Interior & exterior electrochromic mirrors
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Sport sill cover
• Yellow rev counter
• Yellow brake calipers
• 20" forged diamond rims
• Contrast stitching in Rosso

Service History

• 12.10.2016 - PDI - Meridien Modena
• 31.10.2017 - Meridien Modena - Annual service - 1,870 miles
• 18.10.2018 - Meridien Modena - Annual service - 3,055 miles
• 01.10.2019 - Meridien Modena - Annual service - 4,266 miles
• 05.10.2020 - Meridien Modena - Annual service - 4,992 miles
• 19.10.2021 - Meridien Modena - Annual service - 5,716 miles
• 10.10.2022 - Meridien Modena - Annual service - 6,000 miles
• 13.10.2023 - Meridien Modena - Annual service - 6,479 miles
• 10.10.2024 - Meridien Modena - Annual service - 6,858 miles

Most recently kept as part of a large collection, this fabulous example has covered just 6,950 miles from new. Available to view at our showrooms just outside London immediately, this Spider presents on the button, ready to be enjoyed by its next custodian.