The Ferrari 550 and 575 heralded the revival of the golden age of the front-engined V12 Ferrari, after a long absence since the 365 GTB/4 Daytona. The logical successor of the 575, the 599 GTB ‘Fiorano’, debuted in the 2006 Geneva Motor Show as a 2007 model, and took its nomenclature from its engine displacement of 5.99 litres.

Conceived as a grand tourer, the 599 GTB did not skimp on performance: the timing-chain V12 made over 600bhp, and took the heavy coupe from 0 to 100kmph in 3.7 seconds, to a top speed over 330kmph. Numerous advances in aerodynamics (hence the interesting buttresses in the back), a gearbox developed with F1 technology, magnetorheological suspension, and an advance aluminium chassis, contributed to the 599 GTB’s sophisticated road manners. A perfect ‘everyday Ferrari’, the 599 is also easier on maintenance than its predecessors and mid-engine counterparts, not requiring complex timing belt changes that often times require full engine removal.

This classic Eurpean-spec 599 is finished in a traditional Rosso Corsa, and was delivered new to A1 Grand Prix Operations in London, UK, in late 2007. The car was faithfully maintained with the Ferrari dealer network in the UK until our recent acquisition and import to Dubai. Under our custodianship, we have continued its maintenance schedule and serviced it at Ferrari dealer in February 2022.

A highly usable car, this 599 GTB presents an opportunity to acquire one of the brand’s most affordable V12 offerings with full dealer history, one that while fun and spirited, is still practical and usable, as well as an appreciating collector’s asset.