Vehicle The 550 Maranello marked Ferrari's return to producing a front-V12 engine two-seat Berlinetta, as president Luca di Montezemelo wanted a more useable and driveable flagship model.

Gone were the flat-12's of the 70's & 80's, Ferrari was going back to their roots of a super-GT.

Unveiled to the public in July 1996 it quickly became yet another sales success, often referred to as the 'Daytona of the Nineties' and remains as desirable.

The 550 is a modern classic GT that is powerful, elegant and comfortable, and exemplifies the best of Maranello as its name suggests.

Powering the 550 is the F133A, a 48 valve quad-cam V12 producing 485hp and 419 lb/ft torque.

A variable length intake optimizes power across the rev-range offering a very refined driving experience with .

The handling is really a standout, hydraulically assisted steering is dictated by road speed so the feel and texture through the wheel is quality.

Featuring a transaxle layout the all sycromesh 6-speed gearbox ...