Ferrari 550 Sports

Ferrari 550 Sports 

DESCRIPTION

(1996 - 2001) The Ferrari 550 Maranello and 550 Barchetta were 2-seat Gran Turismo sports cars built by Ferrari. The 550 is powered by a 5.5-liter, 478 hp DOHC V-12. Partner that with your choice of a 5-speed automatic or a 6-speed manual transmission. ABS comes standard.

USER REVIEWS

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[Jan 19, 2023]
charlene


Strength:

The performance is very smooth in Abilene. Love it! :)

Weakness:

None so far.

Purchased:
Used  
OVERALL
RATING
5
[Sep 07, 2022]
Filipe


Strength:

More of everything and very little to complain about. The biggest conplaint is that I can't go anywhere without drawing a crowd- and with good reason! It is a looker- Need a "pick-me-up"? apply more right foot. It seems that it will run for ever. It is a bit heavy in the corners compared to some(not the Daytona)but very dependable and lots of advance notice before it breaks loose- then apply more power and you are on your way.

Weakness:

None so far.website Jackson NJ metal awnings

OVERALL
RATING
5
[Feb 25, 2022]
JackieH


Strength:

The best car EVER All I did was drive it around the block and POOF i was in love... ive been 'test driving' the same one every day for 2 months e.g. wake up go to dealer, test drive to ALL places

OVERALL
RATING
5
[Dec 10, 2020]
ruairidhlegge


Strength:

I wish I have the resources to buy The Ferrari 550 Maranello - this car is amazing and I am using it on Asphalt 8 game for PC. Anyway have you played among us pc? Check it yourself why it is one of the coolest action mystery game for 2020. I am playing this game with my friends and we are all having a good time. Another notable game is roblox download that will give you a lot of challenges

Weakness:

No weakness for this supercar, I love it!

OVERALL
RATING
5
[Nov 16, 2003]
Simon PJ
Model Reviewed: 550 Maranello

Strength:

Great sounding engine from 4,000 rpm upwards, linear acceleration, low down torque, "look at me" factor, bootspace (my last couple of cars were Porsche's, which were a lot less practical - I use the car as a daily driver), supportive seats, comfort - a true GT. Teaches you to drive smoothly (through necessity - see below). That gearchange (it's a manual). TDF Blue/Tan colour combination looks great. The only car I've ever owned that forces me to turn the stereo off just to listen to the engine noise/exhaust note.

Weakness:

My god, is the traction control really on? Are you sure??! Having come from a 4WD 996 Turbo where I got used to being able to give it a bootful of throttle in any gear and any weather conditions thanks to the incredible traction, the 550 spins its wheels in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and (once!) 5th gear if you give it anything more than 2/3rds throttle - the upside of this is that it does teach you to feed the throttle in smoothly rather than just stamping on it. Am about to change my Michelin Pilot Sport tires for the Pirelli P Zero Rossos like I used to have on the Turbo. Hopefully the traction will then improve. Squeaky brakes if you just drive it around town (I live in London, so this is a pretty regular drive for me - does ruin the experience a little if you're looking great and just when you pull up to the lights, the car sounds like a broken london taxi thanks to the squeaks!). Rear view could be better. Is there any car that you can buy that has a worse mpg figure?? Still, I guess if its got 12 cylinders, they're going to take a bit of feeding... Could do with a small digital speedo gauge at the bottom of the analogue speed dial, like Porsche. I know I'm over the speed limit, but by how much?! Headlights could be stronger. Handling is pretty heavy - whereas the Turbo drove like a go-kart, this drives more like a power-boat. Small turning circle. The world's most bizarre handbrake - whilst having it between my seat and my door makes the middle of the car look a lot less cluttered, it's not the easiest to use!

What a car! What an engine! The acceleration is fantastically linear, with a phenomenal amount of torque available from as low as 1,750 rpm. Driving through central London, every 30 seconds there's someone pointing at the car and screaming "Ferrari!!" whilst nudging their mate to have a look. Would be rude in the circumstances not to floor it... Mine's in TDF Blue with a Tan interior - 9,000 miles on the clock but looks as good as new. As a package, it's the best car I've ever owned (if not the best I've ever driven - my old 996 Turbo is unbeatable in that department)

Similar Products Used:

owned - Porsche 996 Turbo, Porsche Boxster S driven - 360 Modena

OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
4
[Oct 19, 2003]
psgazley
Model Reviewed: Ferrari 550 Maranello

Strength:

The interior is first rate. Beautiful leather and very functional controls and dials. Daytona sport seats with 4-point harness's are a wonderful option on this car. The brakes are very powerful and virtually fade free. It is also the most beautiful car in the world (a nice touch)

Weakness:

The exhaust note is a bit muted. The Tubi exhaust system is needed. Police are always very interested in such a car. Insurance is hefty price, but of course this is a Ferrari.

The Ferrari 550 is quite possibly the greatest modern front engine Ferrari ever made. The 5.5 liter making 485 horsepower is an incredible powerplant. This car will run 4.5's to 60mph and 4.2's if your good.

Similar Products Used:

competition for the 550 are; the Porsche 911 Turbo, Lamborghin Diablo 6.0, Aston Martin DB7 Vantage and the NASA space shuttle.

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
[Jun 16, 2003]
Kevin

Strength:

EVERYTHING!!!

Weakness:

WEAKNESSES?!?!?!?!?!?! NO WAY!!!

The best car EVER All I did was drive it around the block and POOF i was in love... ive been 'test driving' the same one every day for 2 months e.g. wake up go to dealer, test drive to ALL places ( the pluses are, it includes a hot chick with a knife *drool* ) go to sleep. repeat

Similar Products Used:

umm would a 1934 buick count? j/k NOTHING EVEN HOLD A CANDLE TO IT

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
[Jan 07, 2003]
Matthew
Model Reviewed: Ferrari 550 Maranello

Strength:

Acceleration Steering Interior

Weakness:

Price (but the people who would buy this car wouldn't care about that!)

This car is amazing. I am 17 and I got the chance to drive this machine and i nearly puked with excitement when i got in the cockpit and sat down in the driver's seat. I was so nervous because I didn't want to wreck it! Of course, you can expect outrageous acceleration from Ferrari, but the thing I was most impressed with was the handling. I drive a WRX and I was blown away. The wheel feels so crisp and precise in your hands. I drove it on the streets of southern France, so I wasn't really able to open it up, but i was able to test the acceleration. Again, amazing car with expected quickness and diabolical handling.

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
3
[Dec 03, 2002]
mike

Strength:

You feel every one of the 400+ bhp that is produced by the V12 power plant. The seats are supportive, and the interior is race orientated, yet simple and functional.

Weakness:

The pedals cannot be adjusted for driving position, and the engine is far from economical. Be prepared to pay some hefty fuel bills!

What a fantastic machine. Ferrari has once again released a wonder. On the gas, the ferrari V12 just bursts with power. One hundred and fifty clicks comes around in no time at all. The car has a reassuring solidity, and its suspension guides it effortlessly through the tightest of corners. No other brand of car has quite captured the imagination, as ferrari.

Similar Products Used:

1999 Nissan 200SX, 2001 BMW M3.

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
4
[Sep 17, 2002]
duanelyons

Strength:

power, design, fun, feel

Weakness:

Price, weight,

Excellent car! Great power! Incredible fun factor. Best grand touring car on the road.

Similar Products Used:

360 Modena, 456GT, 355GTS

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
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