Ferrari F355 Berlinetta F1 1998

£40,800
08/04/26
CAR OVERVIEW
Ferrari F355 Berlinetta F1 1998
Overview
The Ferrari F355 remains one of the most desirable modern classic Ferraris ever built. With its iconic Pininfarina styling, naturally aspirated V8 and Formula 1 inspired gearbox, the F355 represents one of Ferrari’s most celebrated eras.
This 1998 Ferrari F355 Berlinetta is finished in Rosso Red with black leather interior and features the sought after F1 gearbox. Showing just 19,667 km, this low mileage example offers a rare opportunity to secure a classic Ferrari at competitive auction pricing.
Rosso Red with black leather is arguably the most iconic Ferrari combination, perfectly complementing the timeless lines of the F355. With values continuing to rise, opportunities to acquire low mileage examples remain increasingly rare.
Auction Details
- Auction Location Tokyo
- Auction Date 9 April 2026
- Start Price £37,000
- Autoselecta Guide Price £45,000 to £55,000
- Required Deposit £5,000
- Bids must be in on 8 April 2026 before 9pm UK time
Key Facts
- Engine 3.5L V8
- Fuel Type Petrol
- Transmission F1 Automatic
- Drivetrain RWD
- Overall Grade R
- Interior Grade C
Mileage
- 19,667 km
- 12,221 miles
Why The Ferrari F355 In Rosso Red Is So Special
Few cars define Ferrari quite like a Rosso Red F355. The combination of the iconic Ferrari red paintwork, black leather interior and screaming naturally aspirated V8 captures everything enthusiasts love about classic Ferrari ownership.
The F355 was also one of the first Ferraris to feature the F1 gearbox, bringing Formula One inspired technology to the road. This innovation, combined with the high-revving V8 and timeless styling, helped cement the F355 as one of Ferrari’s greatest road cars.
With modern Ferraris moving towards turbocharged and hybrid platforms, naturally aspirated Ferraris like the F355 continue to gain value and collector interest.
Features and Equipment
- F1 Gearbox
- Rosso Red Exterior
- Black Leather Interior
- Low Mileage Example
- Left Hand Drive
- Naturally Aspirated V8
- Classic Ferrari Berlinetta
- Registration Documentation
Condition Overview
- Grade R example with C grade interior reflecting a usable classic that may benefit from refinement.
- Inspector Notes
- Right frame repair history noted
- Right inner panel dent
- Dashboard wear and peeling
- Seat wear
- Interior wear
- Wheel corrosion
- Exterior colour fade noted
- Multiple scratches present
Exterior
- A1 scratches
- A2 scratches
- U1 dents
- Colour fade in areas
- General cosmetic wear
Interior
- Black leather interior
- Interior grade C
- Dashboard wear and peeling
- Seat wear
- Interior scratches
- Mechanical Notes
- Vehicle graded R
- Previous repair history noted
- Inspection and recommissioning recommended
Worldwide Shipping
This Ferrari F355 is available for worldwide shipping and export. With strong global demand for classic Ferraris, this example is suited for buyers in Europe, UK, USA and international markets.
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Autoselecta Sourcing Service
If this F355 is not quite right, we regularly source Ferrari models from Japanese auctions. Let us know your preferred specification and we will find the perfect Ferrari for you.
Summary
Low mileage Ferrari F355 Berlinetta finished in Rosso Red with F1 gearbox. A rare opportunity to secure an iconic Ferrari at competitive pricing.
AUCTION CAUTION NOTES
CAR OVERVIEW

A1- Small scratch
A2- Scratch
A3- Large scratch
E1- Few dimples
E2- Many dimples
E3- Heavy dimples
U1- Small dent
U2- Dent
U3- Large dent
W1- Repair mark / wave
W2- Wavy panel
S1- Rust
S2- Heavy rust
C1- Corrosion
P- Paint marked / faded
H- Faded / need polish
X- Element requires replacement
XX- Replaced after accident
*- Light scratch / polish
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