When the topic of conversation turns to exotic Italian sports cars, the name Ferrari instantly springs to mind. It is a company with a rich racing heritage, while its roadgoing models provide exceptional performance. This 1995 F355 Spider is a perfect example of the breed. It is a two-owner survivor with 47,000 miles on the clock. Recent maintenance work means it is a turnkey proposition for its new owner. The Ferrari is listed here on eBay in San Diego, California. Bidding has raced past the reserve, sitting at $41,100 at the time of writing.

Ferrari introduced the F355 in mid-1994 as a planned replacement for its 348 model. Its predecessor possessed some strong and controversial styling features that didn’t receive universal praise, with Maurizio Corbi from Pininfarina tasked with creating a slightly more conservative vehicle. Painstaking work and over 1,300 hours of wind tunnel testing produced a car that looks vastly different from the one it replaced. My personal opinion is that the F355 is not the most striking car to emerge from the Maranello factory, although it is far from ugly. It strikes a positive chord courtesy of the first owner’s decision to order it in Rosso Corsa. Many believe Ferraris only looks “right” when wearing Red paint, although other shades work equally well. However, it is a stereotype, and the company is happy to reinforce it by producing more cars in Red than any other color. The seller indicates that the exterior is original and unrestored, apart from a front bumper repaint to address stone chips. The paint retains a healthy shine, and the panels show no evidence of damage or issues. The glass and soft-top are in good order, and the beautiful, lightweight aluminum alloy wheels are spotless.

Buying an F355 meant spending time with an interior trimmed in soft Connolly leather. Cars finished in Red invariably received Tan trim, which is the case here. This interior isn’t perfect, but there are no glaring faults requiring immediate attention. The carpet, particularly under the driver’s feet, is marked and has a dirty look. I am unsure whether a deep clean would address this, but floormats would offer welcome long-term protection. The dash and seats are new, making their flawless condition unsurprising. The console is excellent, there is no crumbling plastic or visible wheel wear. This car scores points from me because it features a beautiful gated shifter. I know it’s another stereotype, but it is still a stunning and distinctive feature. The CD player is a later addition, but the dual airbags, air conditioning, and power windows are all standard features.

It is disappointing the seller supplies no engine photos because the powerplant is typically a defining feature of any Ferrari. This beauty features a mid-mounted 3.5-liter V8 that sends 375hp and 268 ft/lbs of torque to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transaxle. The F355’s curb weight is a surprisingly high 3,333 lbs, but that V8 launches it through the ¼-mile in 12.9 seconds. Those brave enough to keep their foot to the floor will be rewarded with a needle nudging 183mph. These are genuinely fast cars, although it is sobering to consider that following Ferrari models have generally been even more potent. The seller indicates this F355 has a genuine 47,000 miles on the clock, although there is no mention of verifying evidence. It recently had its valve guides replaced and received new belts. It is a turnkey proposition with no further mechanical needs or shortcomings.

The F355 is one of Ferrari’s most conservatively styled models but lacks nothing when the rubber meets the road. These classics have defied recent market trends, with values climbing consistently during 2023. Far from slowing, the trend has accelerated during the past three months, suggesting the sky could be the limit in 2024. The overall condition of this Ferrari should see it nudge $100,000 before the hammer falls. I monitored the auction, and the price rose by nearly $10,000 in under an hour, suggesting people genuinely want this car. Will you join the frantic action or sit back as an interested spectator as the auction ends on Christmas afternoon?