This Ferrari 550 Maranello “Bonneville” was modified in 2011 by legendary American endurance racing driver and former Bonneville record-holder Jim Busby for Ferrari collector Joseph Moch, with the goal of surpassing 230 mph on the Bonneville Salt Flats. The basis of the project was a road-going Ferrari 550 Maranello, which was completely stripped to the bare chassis. During this process, hundreds of pounds of insulation and other components that were not needed for Bonneville were removed. Mechanically, the factory six-speed manual transaxle was exchanged for a more robust Ford 9" rear live axle and a four-speed manual gearbox. Capacity of the dual overhead-cam Ferrari V-12 engine was increased from 5,474 cc to 5,990 cc. Additional modifications included a full Motec engine management system and a pair of parachutes.

Mr. Moch was able to achieve 216.33 mph in 2012, 30 mph faster than the 550 Maranello’s factory-rated top speed. The Ferrari joined the Ken Roath Collection in 2013. In order to prepare the 550 Maranello for its return to the Bonneville Salt Flats, the engine was rebuilt by Ryan Falconer Racing Engines Inc. at a cost of $80,000. Mr. Roath campaigned the car at Bonneville in 2016, where he achieved a staggering 222 mph. One of only a few 12-cylinder-powered Ferraris to have ever contended the Bonneville Salt Flats, this 550 Maranello offers collectors a ticket to the fabled racing event and it is sure to draw crowds wherever it’s displayed.

*Please note that this vehicle is sold on a Bill of Sale.