At a glance
About this car
The 2012 Ferrari California pairs a Black exterior with Cuoio leather interior and a 4.3L V8. This example shows 33,175 miles and rides on rear-wheel drive with a 7-speed dual-clutch F1 transmission. The power-retractable hardtop allows closed or open-air driving, while Daytona-style seats and a carbon-fiber steering wheel with LED shift lights define the cabin.
Equipment includes electric Daytona-style seats, power driver seat, power seats, rear bucket seats, pass-through rear seat, leather seats, leather-wrapped interior, floor mats, adjustable steering wheel, leather steering wheel, and carbon-fiber steering wheel. Audio and navigation comprise AM/FM stereo, CD player, MP3 capability, auxiliary audio input, hard disk drive media storage, navigation system, Bluetooth connection, entertainment system, cell phone hookup, steering wheel audio controls, and premium audio. Climate controls cover dual-zone climate control, multi-zone A/C, A/C, and rear defrost.
Lighting and visibility equipment consists of HID headlights, automatic headlights, heated mirrors, power mirror(s), intermittent wipers, and variable speed intermittent wipers. Safety and chassis items include ABS, traction control, stability control, driver air bag, passenger air bag, front side air bag, passenger air bag sensor, emergency trunk release, tire pressure monitor, trip computer, power door locks, power windows, and security system. Additional hardware covers rear spoiler, aluminum wheels, alloy wheels, performance tires front and rear, power steering, locking/limited slip differential, power outlet, and Ferrari driving mode selector, along with parking sensors.
Price vs. market
Good Value $7,793 (8%) below the median of 118 comparable listings.
- This car
- $92,197
- Median asking
- $99,990
- Comparables
- 118 · 2010–2014
- Median mileage
- 20,997 mi (this car 33,175)
Compared with other active listings of the same model (model years ±2) on Exotics Group. These are dealers' asking prices, not sale prices, and condition, options, mileage and history are not adjusted for.
About the Ferrari California
- Production
- 2008–2014
- Est. units built
- 12,460
- Cylinders
- 8
- Powertrain
- Combustion
- Body
- Convertible
The Ferrari California, introduced in 2008 at the Paris Motor Show, was produced from 2009 to 2017, marking Ferrari's return to front-engine V8 grand tourers with a retractable hardtop convertible design. Approximately 8,000 units were built during its production run, making it relatively accessible compared to other Ferrari models, though still exclusive for collectors. It was succeeded by the Ferrari Portofino in 2017.
Equipped with a 4.3-liter V8 engine in its initial years (later upgraded to a 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 in the California T variant from 2014), it delivered between 453 hp and 552 hp, achieving 0-60 mph in around 3.5-3.9 seconds depending on the model. A key feature for collectors is its status as Ferrari's first hardtop convertible and first dual-clutch transmission car, blending innovation with classic GT styling. While not as rare as limited-run Ferraris, the California holds steady value in the used market, with prices typically ranging from $80,000 to $150,000 based on condition and variant. The California T, with its turbocharged engine, is often seen as a more desirable option due to improved performance and fuel efficiency.
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