At a glance
About this car
The 2012 Ferrari California convertible pairs Tour De France Blue Metallic paint with a Cuoio interior and a 4.3L V8 engine mated to an automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. This example shows just 8,545 miles and carries the California "30" Edition specification, delivering the enhanced power, torque, and reduced weight of that model. The retractable aluminum hardtop allows open-air driving while preserving the signature grand-touring character of the California.
Factory options include Magneride Dual-Mode Suspension, Scuderia Ferrari Fender Shields, carbon-fiber interior trim elements, and leather-and-Alcantara Daytona seat inserts. Additional equipment comprises carbon-fiber central bridge, carbon-fiber rear molding, electrically operated seats, A-pillars and central tunnel in colored leather, armrest in colored leather, aluminum gray brake calipers, Advanced Front-Lighting System headlights, and cruise control. The car also features full front XPEL paint protection film.
Standard equipment encompasses carbon-ceramic Brembo brakes, 19-inch light alloy wheels, limited-slip differential, F1-style paddle shifters, navigation system with 6.5-inch touchscreen and 30GB hard drive, Bluetooth connectivity, dual-zone climate control, bi-xenon headlamps, satellite radio, and power-adjustable heated mirrors.
Price vs. market
Above Market $7,960 (8%) above the median of 118 comparable listings.
- This car
- $107,950
- Median asking
- $99,990
- Comparables
- 118 · 2010–2014
- Median mileage
- 21,178 mi (this car 8,545)
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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