The Ferrari 550 and 575 heralded the revival of the golden age of the front-engined V12 Ferrari, after a long absence since the 365 GTB/4 Daytona. The logical successor of the 575, the 599 GTB ‘Fiorano’, debuted in the 2006 Geneva Motor Show as a 2007 model, and took its nomenclature from its engine displacement of 5.99 litres.

Conceived as a grand tourer, the 599 GTB did not skimp on performance: the timing-chain V12 made over 600bhp, and took the heavy coupe from 0 to 100kmph in 3.7 seconds, to a top speed over 330kmph. Numerous advances in aerodynamics (hence the intriguing buttresses in the back), a gearbox developed with F1 technology, magnetorheological suspension, and an advance aluminium chassis, contributed to the 599 GTB’s sophisticated road manners. A perfect ‘everyday Ferrari’, the 599 is also easier on maintenance than its predecessors and mid-engine counterparts, not requiring complex timing belt changes that often times require full engine removal.

This European-spec 599 is finished in a traditional Rosso Corsa, and was delivered new to A1 Grand Prix Operations in London, UK, in late 2007. The car was faithfully maintained with the Ferrari dealer network in the UK until our acquisition and import to Dubai. The car continued dealer maintenance under our ownership, and was subsequently sold to our client, who performed all works at the Dubai Ferrari dealer.

A highly usable car, this 599 GTB presents an opportunity to acquire one of the brand’s most affordable V12 offerings with full dealer history, one that while fun and spirited, is still practical and usable, as well as an appreciating collector’s asset with good history, user manuals and accessories.