2001 Ferrari 360 Spider PETROL Manual

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This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Sale at Race Retro 2026 - Collectors' Cars on Saturday the 21st of February, Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG. , At the Geneva Show in March 1999, as a replacement for their much-admired F355, Ferrari introduced the 360 Modena to critical acclaim and not unsurprisingly, within weeks there was a two year waiting list. The 355 was a tough act to follow, but the 360 was rather special - its all-aluminium construction (a first for Ferrari) was revolutionary, resulting in a much lighter car along with increased rigidity (40% lighter than the 355's steel platform but also nearly 30% stiffer), whilst also improving the under-body aerodynamics using knowledge gained from Ferrari's F1 programme. All this combined with the flowing Pininfarina lines, computer-controlled suspension, a staggering 400bhp, 0-60 in 4.4 seconds and 186mph - immediately made its predecessor, the excellent 355, feel rather dated.The Modena also saw a new word introduced into Ferrari reviews - 'reliability'. The engineering had been more thoroughly thought through and this was (and still is) reflected in lower servicing costs than for earlier mid-engined examples of the 'Prancing Horse'. Higher levels of quality too meant that the 360 became one of the first truly modern Ferraris that could realistically be used every day. That didn't detract from the excitement factor however, with strong performance, a searing engine note and a very capable chassis.The new model was always intended to have a convertible counterpart and, in 2001, the Spider was unveiled utilising the same 400bhp, 3.6-litre V8 engine displayed underneath a glass panel. The complex mechanical operation of the retracting roof necessitated significant engineering changes for the Spider including enlarging the side air intakes and moving the inlet manifolds towards the centre of the engine. With improvements to the F1 semi-automatic gearbox, most of the UK-supplied Spiders were ordered without the open-gated manual gearstick beloved of true enthusiasts, however, the right-hand drive example offered here is indeed fitted with the desirable six-speed manual box.The Spider on offer here is a UK-supplied, right-hand drive, six-speed manual gearbox example classically presented in Rosso Corsa with a Nero leather interior. It has formed part of the late Clive Harris' Collection since 2004 with just two previous owners recorded. It has covered an indicated 28,086 miles and the accompanying service manual displays stamps from Maranello Sales Ltd. detailing services at 5,348 miles in 2002 and 16,246 miles in 2004. Further records indicate services by Shiltech Performance Cars Ltd. at 23,008 miles in 2009 including cam belts, 25,267 miles in 2011, and 26,810 miles in 2015 once again including cam belts. There is an MOT history online dating back to 2005 with various certificates included, and the last MOT expired in 2021 explained by the fact that the car has been barn stored for the last five years. It has been started occasionally but not during the last two years with the battery currently removed. Although in very good condition and presenting well, as can be seen from our images, given the period of storage the Ferrari will need to be fully recommissioned before returning to the road. It's supplied with the original tools, jack, complete book pack, numerous service receipts, some old tax discs and its current V5C.With low ownership, low mileage and a well documented service history, this striking 360 Spider could be very rewarding once ready for the road and, on offer at No Reserve', may turn out to be a very sensible investment.   

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