Overview

A properly sorted modern Ferrari that still feels alive in your hands. The 488 Spider sits right in that sweet spot where performance, feedback and usability meet, and with the roof down it delivers one of the most complete driving experiences Ferrari has ever built. Twin-turbo on paper, naturally aspirated in feel. Immediate throttle, sharp front end and a chassis that genuinely invites you to push harder.

Finished in black with a matching interior and showing just 9,465 km, this is a seriously well-kept example. Grade 4.5 with a B interior reflects exactly that. Clean, well presented and clearly looked after, with the kind of condition you expect from a Japan-sourced car.

This particular car benefits from a strong Atelier specification with carbon elements throughout. Carbon fibre driver zone, dashboard inserts, bridge, kick plates and exterior components elevate the cabin and visual presence without overdoing it. Suspension lifter, red brake calipers and a host of factory options make it a well-balanced spec for real use.

The Spider transforms the experience. Roof down, the engine note sits right behind you, sharper and more present. It is less about outright noise and more about connection. The way the car builds speed, the way it rotates, the way it communicates through the steering, this is where the 488 really stands out.

Key Details

• 2017 Ferrari 488 Spider
• 9,465 km
• Grade 4.5 / Interior B
• Left hand drive
• 3.9L twin turbo V8
• F1 dual clutch transmission

Factory and Optional Equipment

• Atelier specification car
• Suspension lifter
• Red brake calipers
• Carbon fibre driver zone
• Carbon fibre dashboard inserts
• Carbon fibre centre bridge
• Carbon fibre kick plates
• Carbon fibre exterior components
• Parking sensors and reversing camera
• Goldrake racing seats
• 20 inch forged wheels

Condition Overview

• Exterior presents very well with only light A1 level marks noted
• Minor small scratches consistent with mileage
• Interior shows light wear with some stickiness noted on switches
• Dashboard has slight lifting in one area
• Wheels show minor marks

Inspector Notes

• Air pressure warning light illuminated
• Rear hood damper not functioning correctly
• General small cosmetic marks around the vehicle
• Light wear to switchgear
• No major structural concerns noted

Price Guide

Starting price £115,000

Expected sale range £120,000 to £130,000

At this level, condition and spec matter more than anything. This sits in the right place. Strong grade, low mileage, desirable options and a clean overall presentation.

Driving Impression

The 488 Spider is one of the last Ferraris that still feels mechanical beneath the electronics. Quick steering, huge front-end grip and a rear that you can lean on. It is fast, but more importantly, it is engaging. Roof down, it becomes something else entirely. Not just speed, but sensation.

Ferrari Sourcing Service

We only present the strongest cars coming through the auctions. There are multiple 488s available each week, but very few combine condition, mileage and specification like this. If this is not quite your spec, we will source the exact colour, mileage and option set you are looking for.