Launched in 1988 to honor Enzo Ferrari’s 40 years in car manufacturing, the F40 is a legendary supercar, being the first production car to claim a top speed exceeding 200 mph. It was also the final Ferrari personally approved by Enzo before his passing that same year.
A mid-engine, two-seater berlinetta, the F40 evolved from the limited-run 288 GTO. Unlike the earlier 308 series, it featured a longitudinally mounted engine, a design choice influenced by the 288 GTO Evoluzione, which was originally developed for the abandoned Group B racing series. This allowed Ferrari to bring the F40 from concept to production in just 13 months.
Powering the F40 was a 2.9-liter, twin-turbocharged V8 producing 478 horsepower at 7,000 rpm, with an optional factory kit boosting output by an additional 200 hp.
Drawing from Ferrari’s Formula 1 expertise, its lightweight chassis combined a tubular steel frame with bonded composite body panels, including carbon fiber doors and removable sections. Styled aggressively by Pininfarina, the F40’s aerodynamic design balanced downforce and efficiency, achieving a drag coefficient of just 0.34. On the track, race-prepped F40s excelled in competition, often outperforming the McLaren F1 GTR in the Global GT series.
Ferrari initially kept production details undisclosed to prevent market speculation, ultimately producing 1,311 units, with only 213 designated for the U.S. market, including this example scheduled for auction by Broad Arrow on March 8.
Chassis 86620 was completed in August 1990 and delivered through Shelton Ferrari in Florida. Its first owner drove it sparingly, accumulating only 735 miles by 1992 before selling it. A prominent Southern California collector acquired the car later that year and meticulously maintained it for two decades, adding just 221 miles. In 2012, it entered a new private collection, undergoing a comprehensive service before being displayed at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi in 2013. Returning to the U.S. in 2014, it received Ferrari Classiche certification, verifying its originality.
With just 1,248 miles on the odometer, this F40 remains in pristine condition, featuring its original Rosso Corsa paint, factory-correct components, and a well-preserved interior. Offered with its manuals and tools, this low-mileage, Classiche-certified F40 presents a rare opportunity for collectors. Broad Arrow Group will auction it at The Amelia Auction 2025, with an estimated price range of $3,800,000 to $4,200,000.
Source: Broad Arrow Group
