At a glance
About this car
The 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider presents in Nero exterior over Rosso Ferrari leather interior, powered by a 3.9L twin-turbo V8 engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. With 8,858 miles showing, the car includes a power-retractable hard-top roof, hydraulic suspension with front axle lift, and full paint protection film. Numerous carbon fiber elements appear throughout the exterior and cabin, complemented by red brake calipers, adaptive headlights, parking distance sensors, and carbon ceramic Brembo brakes.
Factory equipment includes a red rev counter, sport exhaust system, colored standard stitching, 20-inch forged dark painted wheels, carbon fiber driver zone with LEDs, Goldrake racing seats in large size, and Cavallino stitched on the headrest in Nero. Additional upgrades encompass HRE P107SC wheels in satin black finish sized 21x9.5 front and 22x12.5 rear, Novitec lowering springs, Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires, IPE cat bypass pipes with Valvetronic exhaust, CSF intercooler, DME Stage 2 tune, Pure Stage 2 turbo upgrade, and an engine performance package producing an estimated 850+ horsepower and 700 lb-ft of torque.
Further exterior highlights feature carbon fiber front lip, side skirts, rear spoiler, engine bay trim, glass bonnet, rear taillight surrounds, and Vorsteiner aero components including sideskirts, front spoiler, and decklid spoiler. Interior refinements include carbon fiber AC panel, F1 central bridge, rear light satellites, dashboard package, windows switches panel, sticky buttons, dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth connectivity, multifunction steering wheel with LED shift lights, and full Rosso Ferrari black leather with black contrast stitching.
Price vs. market
Premium Priced $59,900 (17%) above the median of 353 comparable listings.
- This car
- $419,800
- Median asking
- $359,900
- Comparables
- 353 · 2016–2019
- Median mileage
- 10,769 mi (this car 8,858)
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 488 GTB
- Production
- 2015–2019
- Est. units built
- 8,000
- Cylinders
- 8
- Powertrain
- Combustion
- Body
- Coupe
The Ferrari 488 GTB, introduced in 2015 as a successor to the 458 Italia, was produced until 2019. Approximately 13,000 units were manufactured, making it relatively common among modern Ferraris, though specific variants and configurations enhance rarity for collectors. This mid-engine sports car marked Ferrari's return to turbocharging for its V8 lineup, featuring a 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 engine that delivers 661 horsepower and 561 lb-ft of torque. It achieves 0-60 mph in just 3.0 seconds and a top speed of over 205 mph, showcasing impressive performance for its era.
For exotic car collectors, the 488 GTB holds appeal due to limited-run variants like the 488 Pista, introduced in 2018 with enhanced performance and track-focused design, producing 710 horsepower. While not as rare as some classic Ferraris, the 488 GTB has seen steady value retention, with low-mileage examples and special editions commanding premiums. Its historical significance lies in blending turbocharged efficiency with Ferrari’s signature driving dynamics, bridging the gap between the naturally aspirated past and modern engineering. Well-documented maintenance and original condition are critical for investment potential in this model.
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