Chassis No. ZFFZR49B000105811 The excitement was palpable as rumors swirled in early 1996 that Ferrari was readying a “New Daytona” to replace the aging Testarossa. Code-named “Project 133,” the new model would share its underpinnings with the 456 GT, showcasing the same 65-degree, 5.5-liter, 48-valve V12 enhanced with a lighter crankshaft, connecting rods, and pistons which raised output to 485 PS. When it was unveiled that July at the Nürburgring as the 550 Maranello, the Pininfarina-penned design paid clear homage to the Daytona at first sight, with its long sloping nose and short rear deck. The automotive press embraced Ferrari's return to front-engine form, with Road & Track declaring, “Going back to its old technique, Ferrari has produced a great car for the future.” This exceptional 550 Maranello was manufactured as a left-hand-drive, European-specification example, beautifully presented in the classic combination of Rosso Corsa with Beige leather upholstery and Castoro (light brown) carpeting. The car's original Swedish custodian, Leif Wahlström, acquired it directly through Scandinavian Ferrari distributor Damgaard-Nielsen. Having previously served as a member of Ferrari's Formula One team, Wahlström likely utilized his Maranello connections to obtain what is believed to be among the first 550s delivered to the Scandinavian market. He traded his red Mercedes-Benz SL 600 for the Ferrari and cherished it for several years, covering approximately 9,900 kilometers before de-registering the car and storing it in a museum. Following its acquisition by the current caretaker, the car has remained off the road and displays just 9,994 kilometers on the odometer at the time of cataloging. The 550 presents magnificently in its original factory livery, enhanced by an exceptionally well-maintained cabin and engine compartment. Complete documentation accompanies the car, including its original owner's literature, service documentation, and the distinctive Schedoni leather tool kit. The car has also benefited from comprehensive recent maintenance at an authorized Ferrari Classiche facility, encompassing timing belt and water pump replacement along with additional service items. This 550 Maranello exemplifies Ferrari's front-engine grand touring mastery, combining Pininfarina's timeless design language with thrilling V12 dynamics to create a driving experience that remains as compelling today as it was upon its debut.
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