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2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale for sale

In 2009, Ferrari introduced the successor to the F430 model, the Ferrari 458 Italia, at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Four years later, a high-performance variant, the Ferrari 458 Speciale, was unveiled at the same event. It was produced until 2015, and about 3,000 cars left the production line. One of them, the 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale, is for sale.

The 458 Speciale is powered by a 4.5-liter V8 with 597 hp (445 kW) and 398 lb-ft (540 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear axle via a Getrag 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and an electronic rear differential. It reaches 62 mph in 3.0 seconds with a top speed of 202 mph (325 km/h). The odometer reads 16,297 miles.

The car is in good condition, finished in Rosso Corsa and has been well maintained. It is equipped with a rear diffuser, active xenon headlights, carbon-ceramic brake rotors, Scuderia Ferrari mudguards, rear parking sensors, active horizontal front flap to divert air under the car, spring doors to direct radiator air at high speeds, aero fins to the side skirts, a motor system to reduce drag at the rear end and a revised rear diffuser with dual exhaust outlets. It’s mounted on a set of 20-inch five-spoke alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires.

Inside, the carbon fiber seats are upholstered in Nero Alcantara with red inserts. Alcantara with red stitching covers the dashboard and can also be seen on the door panels. The steering wheel is made of carbon fiber with LED shift indicator lights as well as a red engine-start button. Additional equipment includes navigation, a CD stereo, a fire extinguisher, aluminum pedals, a vehicle lift system, a rearview camera and dual-zone automatic climate control.

This Ferrari 458 Speciale comes with a battery tender and a clean New Hampshire title. It has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage.

The auction ends on November 30th and the current highest bid is $345,458 USD.

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1988 Ferrari Testarossa with 16K Miles is for sale

In the mid-80s at the Paris Motor Show, Ferrari premiered the successor to the Ferrari Berlinetta Boxer, the Ferrari Testarossa. It was one of the most mass-produced models of the Maranello-based company. By 1996, less than 10,000 cars had left the production lines. One of them, a 1988 Ferrari Testarossa, is up for sale. There is currently a lien on the car, and the seller’s lender will need to be paid off before the title can be transferred to the new owner.

The car is in good condition, finished in Rosso Corsa and has been well maintained. It is equipped with pop-up headlights, fog lights, an asymmetric cooling duct under the left fog light, side intake slats, black skid plates, quad exhaust outlets, power windows and a set of Silver 16-inch five-spoke alloy wheels wrapped in 225/50 (front ) and 255/50 (rear) BFGoodrich g-Force Sport tires. The odometer reads 16,206 miles.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in Crema Connolly leather, which can also be seen on the door panels and dashboard, while the three-spoke steering wheel is wrapped in black leather. Additional equipment includes a gated shifter located on the center console alongside controls for the air conditioning and rear window defroster.

Ferrari Testarossa is powered by a 4.9L flat-12 engine with 380 hp (283 kW) and 356 lb-ft (480 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox and a limited-slip differential. It reaches 62 mph in 6.1 seconds with a top speed of 181 mph (291 km/h).

The current owner bought the car in 2015 and since then the timing belt, tensioner bearing, ignition-system components, drive belts, gaskets, seals, filters, clutch assembly have been replaced. Last year the ignition modules and air conditioning receiver/drier were replaced.

The car has a clean Carfax report that shows no accidents or other damage. It comes with manufacturer’s literature, service records and a clean New York title.

The auction ends on December 5th and the current highest bid is $96,000 USD.

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1975 Porsche 911 Carrera for sale

In 1964, Porsche introduced its new high performance sports car, which over time became a legend. Of course, we are talking about the Porsche 911. In 1974, the Carrera 2.7 was introduced, which was produced until 1976, and 16,224 cars left the production lines. One of them, a 1975 Porsche 911 Carrera, is up for sale.

This car is finished in Gulf Blue, is in excellent condition and has 52,880 miles on the odometer. It is equipped with front and rear spoilers, front fog lights, rear bumper guards, electric sunroof, Bilstein shock absorbers, ducktail rear spoiler, power windows and a set of 15 inch Fuchs alloy wheels wrapped in 185/70 (front) and 215/60 (rear) Pirelli P6000 tires.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in black leather that also covers the door panels, dashboard, and rear seats (combined with blue fabric). The steering wheel is wrapped in black leather. Additional equipment includes blue carpets, Blaupunkt AM/FM radio, Coco Mats floor mats and a locking glove box.

Under the hood is an overhauled 2.7-liter flat-six engine paired with a 5-speed manual transmission that sends power to the rear wheels. Last year, Mahle cylinders .025″, pistons, main bearings, intake valves, rod bearings, camshaft housings, camshaft oil lines, oil cooler, thermostat, pump, spray jets and reservoir, breather hose, connecting rod nuts and bolts, and flywheel bolts.

The Porsche 911 Carrera comes with a Porsche Production Specifications sheet, original purchase paperwork, service records, a stamped warranty booklet and owner’s manual, and a tool kit.

The auction ends on November 29 and the current highest bid is $66,000 USD.

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