Although the photos aren’t particularly great, the seller of this 1985 Ferrari 400i claims it is in mint condition with just 10,000 miles on the clock. This is an unusual find, as most time-capsule Ferraris are the most desirable models like the F40 or the Testarossa; however, a lesser-loved 2+2 model with very low miles is appealing in its own right simply because you don’t see a car like the 400i presented like this one here on eBay all that often. Bidding is at $50,000 with the reserve unmet.
The 400i was actually one of those models back in the 1980s and early 90s that would occasionally appear as a tired driver, done in by the fact that it was typically the “cheap” Ferrari to buy once it had racked up some miles. Throw in the fact that the general public turned their nose at the 2+2 model offerings from the likes of Ferrari and Lamborghini and you have a perfect recipe for cars like this to end up with thousands of dollars in deferred maintenance to address. As the interior photo shows, this 400i still presents like a new car.
It’s a tantalizing package, too, with V12 power up front channeled through an automatic transmission. With room for four, these were wonderful GT cars, and the automatic gearbox is hardly a penalty when you can rip along in quiet comfort with a very willing engine under the hood. The 400i added Bosch fuel injections as a means of keeping up with changing emissions requirements, and power output was a respectable – but not mind-blowing – 310 b.h.p.
The seller’s car is equipped with attractive Boranni wire wheels, which may not be the most sporting design but certainly fit with the car’s grand touring persona. As you can see in the photos, the details are right with this low-mileage example, from the glossy paint to the perfect badges to the stress-crack-free taillight lenses. I’m surprised to see bidding as active as it is given the 400i isn’t high on most collectors’ must-have list, but with so few 1980s models left that are anything approaching affordable, it’s inevitable that the best of the 2+2 cars begin to see some appreciation.
I would bid it were possible. Have always liked what many consider an unsuccessful design. But that’s just me. I’d keep it next to an Avanti and an Aston Martin Lagonda
Those are the best photos the seller can come up with? Their other listings have decent photos. Sadly a automatic.
Howie many reports and reviews seem to favor this setup with the Generals Turbo 400 Hydramatic box.
Apparantly its a great pakage, grand touring setup as RichardinMaine points 👉 out. Gorgeous Car and styling from the masters. 🇮🇹
Cool looking car with great style and body lines.Don’t know much about Ferraris but for the love of god man take the plastic off the roof , get the car outside and take some pictures.These aren”t pictures they’re they”re a disgrace to this classic Ferrari.I’ve taken better pics of lawnmowers I’Ve sold .
Claims to be mint condition posts it on evil bay instead of sending it to a auction that deals in cars like this…..yeah that makes sense he probably needs the money to fix the Bentley parked next to it
‘evil bay ‘ ??
please explain
auction houses are a rip off..
not every Ferrari has to be a sports car, some Italians prefer to own a Ferarri to commute.
De Tomaso made a similar model.
A subtle and sophisticated steed.
Located in: Independence, Oregon
It’s next door to Monmouth, not exactly no where. Basically a suburb of Salem. Between 99W and I5 – so not really a surprise. Nobody keeps there car collections in the city around here (Salem or Portland) – most are squirrelled away in the near by smaller towns; where you can still rent a hanger for dirt cheap.
always liked these 400’s, but a 5speed for me please, would make my day to sport one of these around on the weekends or trips…….sadly the Ferrari tax has pushed these out of range too, plus the vintage 12 cylinder maintenance would be daunting for parts prices, though if you are fan of Tom Yang, he shows that you can work on them,, but some special tools and of course $$$$ are needed
Dual CIS fuel injection no less, I have to say I’m surprised. How many VW Rabbits did I fix with that setup. Pretty easy in fact.
same on my mk1 Scirocco, actually ran well the whole time I owned it …
Yep. I used to have a neighbor who used one of these as his daily driver; he said the fuel ‘distributors’ (and other injection parts) were common to (some variant of) the PRV V6 and easy to find at non-Ferrari prices if you knew what to search for.
Super easy to diagnose
Ended: May 30, 2023 , 7:53PM
Current bid:US $51,600.00 [ 35 bids ]
Reserve not met