At a glance
About this car
The 2008 Ferrari F430 Spider delivers open-top supercar excitement with its 4.3L V8 engine and rear-wheel-drive layout. Finished in Black exterior, this low-mileage example shows just 702 miles and pairs its convertible soft top with a 6-speed F1-style automated transmission for precise shifts. The lightweight construction and adaptive suspension create an engaging driving experience whether cruising or exploring the limits.
Bi-xenon headlamps with washers illuminate the road ahead while the fully-lined automatic hood and flexible polycarbonate rear window maintain the sleek profile. Power mirrors carry the embossed F430 name, and a rear lip spoiler adds downforce. Inside, leather 4-way power-adjustable bucket seats and a leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel with starter button and manettino switch place the driver in command.
Every detail reflects Ferrari’s focus on performance and refinement, from the aluminum instrument panel insert and simulated suede headliner to the wind deflector positioned behind the seats. Remote keyless entry, power windows with one-touch down, and automatic climate control ensure comfort on every journey.
About the Ferrari F430 Spider
- Production
- 2005–2009
- Est. units built
- 1,866
- Cylinders
- 8
- Powertrain
- Combustion
- Body
- Convertible
The Ferrari F430 Spider, introduced in 2005, is the convertible variant of the F430, produced between 2005 and 2009. As a successor to the Ferrari 360 Spider, approximately 6,000 units of the F430 Spider were manufactured, making it relatively rare among Ferrari models and appealing to exotic car collectors. It features a mid-mounted 4.3-liter V8 engine, delivering 483 horsepower and 343 lb-ft of torque, with a top speed of 193 mph and a 0-60 mph time of around 4.1 seconds. The car was offered with either a 6-speed manual transmission or an F1-style automated manual gearbox, with the latter being more common.
A notable feature is its electronically operated soft-top roof, which folds away in just 20 seconds, combining open-air driving with Ferrari’s signature performance. The F430 Spider also introduced advanced technologies for its time, such as the E-Diff electronic differential and a steering wheel-mounted “manettino” dial for adjusting driving modes. Its historical significance lies in bridging Ferrari’s analog and modern eras, and today, well-maintained examples are seeing appreciating values, especially manual transmission variants. Special editions, like the 16M Scuderia Spider (limited to 499 units), are particularly sought after by collectors for their enhanced performance and exclusivity.
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