2005 Ferrari 575M Superamerica Spyder

In 2002, Ferrari refined the 550 with the 575M. It was given an increase in horsepower, larger brakes, and redesigned interior. It was also the company's first vehicle with Magneti Marelli's electro-hydraulic 'F1' gearbox coupled to a V-12 engine.

In 2005, an open-top 575 M was introduced and built in limited numbers. They were dubbed the 'Superamerica.' The car had a retractable carbon fiber and glass roof panel that flipped 180-degrees rearword to lie flat atop the trunk lid. The glass featured electrochromic technology, which enabled an electrically controlled incremental transition between clear and nearly opaque. The car was also given additional bracing on the side sills and A-pillars, and the bulkhead behind the cockpit and transaxle area were strengthened and braced. In total, the curb weight was increased by a mere 200 lb.

Ferrari produced just 559 Superamericas with only 170 equipped for sale in the United States.

This example is finished in Rosso Corsa over beige leather. It was sold by Ferrari of Beverly Hills in the final days of 2005 and has been retained in the collection of its first owner ever since. The odometer shows just 165 miles. The car has its manuals, tool kit, car cover, delivery papers, and window stocker. Options include the F1 semiautomatic gearbox, Fiorano handling package with carbon-ceramic brakes, Daytona-style seats, and CD changer. The 5748cc dual overhead cam alloy V-12 engine is fitted with an electronic sequential fuel injection system which helps deliver 533 horsepower to the rear wheels.

By Daniel Vaughan | May 2013