1989 Ferrari F40
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Year of manufacture11/1989
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Mileage24 593 km / 15 282 mi
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Car typeCoupé
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ConditionUsed
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Exterior brand colourRosso Corsa 300
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Interior brand colourStoffa Vigogna
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Location
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Exterior colourOther
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GearboxManual
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Drivetrain2wd
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Fuel typePetrol
Description
This Ferrari F40, delivered in November 1989 through the Charles Pozzi dealership, epitomizes Ferrari’s raw, race-inspired legacy. Finished in the legendary Rosso Corsa 300, it exudes the fierce and unmistakable allure that has made the F40 an icon among supercars. This F40 features the timeless Stoffa Vigogna interior, staying true to the car's original design and stripped-back racing character. With a mileage of 24,593 km, this F40 has been driven and enjoyed as intended, with four careful owners, including its recent return to the Charles Pozzi dealership in 2021.
Adding to its authenticity and provenance, this F40 comes with full Ferrari Classiche certification from Maranello, verifying its originality and confirming that all major components—engine, gearbox, chassis, and bodywork—remain as they were when the car first left the factory. This certification not only underscores the car’s heritage and meticulous care but also enhances its value as an investment-grade collector's piece.
A distinctive feature of this F40 is its Lexan sliding windows, a hallmark of the earliest production models. In fact, the first 50 cars produced were equipped with sliding Lexan windows to reduce weight, giving the car a motorsport feel. Later cars were fitted with wind-down glass windows, but Ferrari used lightweight Lexan polycarbonate on these early models to meet their goal of making the F40 as light and aerodynamic as possible. In addition to shedding weight, Lexan windows also provided better heat insulation, a practical benefit for such a performance-focused machine. This feature remains a visual and functional nod to Ferrari’s dedication to a no-compromise, race-ready design.
Designed to celebrate Ferrari’s 40th anniversary, the F40 was envisioned by Enzo Ferrari as the ultimate road car—a car that would encapsulate Ferrari’s racing spirit and engineering prowess. With a twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V8 engine generating an astounding 478 horsepower, this mid-engine supercar could accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.1 seconds, making it the fastest production car of its time. The F40's lightweight construction, featuring carbon fiber and Kevlar components, along with its minimalistic, driver-focused interior, ensures a pure and visceral driving experience.
This particular F40, with its rare Lexan sliding windows, Ferrari Classiche certification, and excellent provenance, is a unique example of a well-preserved and cherished piece of Ferrari history. It remains one of the most authentic expressions of Ferrari's racing DNA—a collector’s dream and a testament to Ferrari's uncompromising pursuit of performance.