1997 Ferrari F50

2dr Coupe

12-cyl. 4699cc/513hp Bosch Motronic 5.2 FI

#1 Concours condition#1 Concours
#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
#3 Good condition#3 Good

$4,750,000 CAD*

-1%
#4 Fair condition#4 Fair
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1995-1997 Ferrari F50 stats
Highest sale
$7,544,603 CAD
Lowest sale
$576,552 CAD
Most recent sale
$7,544,603 CAD
Sales
49

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Model overview

Model description

As they had done for their 40th anniversary with the F40, Ferrari ushered in their 50th in 1995 with another supercar, the F50. As with its F40 predecessor, the F50 would be inspired by Ferrari’s racing efforts, although the F50 had more direct Grand Prix connections. The new Ferrari F50 shared its layout with their contemporary F1 car by utilizing a carbon fiber chassis and having its F1-based 65 degree V-12 bolted directly to the chassis and acting as a load-bearing member for the rear suspension and transaxle.

The F50 was meant to be like a Formula One car for the road, and the 60-valve, 4.7-liter, 520-hp V-12 really was a direct development of the engine used in Scuderia Ferrari’s 3.5-liter Formula One cars 5 years earlier. The F1 connection continued with the four-wheel independent suspension that employed electronically controlled and horizontally mounted dampers and springs, and the omission of power steering, power brakes and ABS ensured a most direct road feel for the driver.

Distinctive (and often polarizing) Pininfarina bodywork enveloped all of this and a removable hard top was integrated into the design. Ferrari didn’t offer press cars for performance testing at the time, and by the time journalists got their hands on a car, the rumors of fantastic performance that included sub-four second 0-60 times and 190-plus mph were confirmed.

The Ferrari F50’s exclusive allure was aided by Ferrari’s scheme to offer cars only to pre-screened customers via a two-year lease arrangement in order to keep speculators out of the mix. Furthermore, to maintain exclusivity, Ferrari produced only 349 cars from 1995 to 1997. By Ferrari’s estimation, this was one less than market demand. U.S.-compliant cars were part of the production run and five colors were offered, although the vast majority of them were delivered in traditional Rosso Corsa. Today these cars are coveted by their owners and trade as commodities as much as they do as cars.

While it does and probably always will live in the shadow of the F40 (a true masterpiece) that preceded it, the F50 is still a pivotal car in Ferrari history that established the company’s tradition of super exclusive halo cars that has continued with the Enzo and the LaFerrari. It’s 1990s supercar royalty and indeed the last road car to have a Formula One-derived engine. Some testers have complained of the stiff, even jarring ride thanks to the engine being bolted directly to the carbon fiber chassis chassis, but the wail of that V-12 and the brilliance of the overall design, whether you like the styling or not, make it all worth it.

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Common Questions

The value of a 1997 Ferrari F50 can vary greatly depending on its condition, mileage, options, and history. Typically, you can expect to pay around $3,500,000 USD for a 1997 Ferrari F50 in good condition with average spec.

The highest selling price of a 1997 Ferrari F50 at auction over the last three years was $4,980,578 CAD. The highest prices are usually reserved for rare or exceptionally well-maintained examples with desirable features or modifications and excellent history.

The lowest selling price of a 1997 Ferrari F50 at auction over the last three years was $4,980,578 CAD. The lowest prices are usually paid for examples that have extensive maintenance needs, differ greatly from their original configuration, or have accident histories or title problems.

In the last three years there have been 1 1997 Ferrari F50s sold at public auction.

The most recent auction sale of a 1997 Ferrari F50 was $4,980,578 CAD on November 12, 2023 by Collecting Cars.

Many factors can increase a car's value including excellent condition, exceptional originality, a recent restoration, low mileage, unique provenance, desirable options, popular or unique color choices, and excellent maintenance records. Upgrades and modifications that enhance performance or aesthetics can also add value.

Factors that can decrease a car's value include unusually high mileage, poor maintenance history, visible wear and tear, accidents or damage, title issues, and gaps in ownership history. Additionally, less popular color choices and extensive modifications that don't appeal to a broad audience can reduce value.

Mileage plays a significant role in a classic car’s value. Lower mileage usually increases value because it indicates a higher degree of originality, is rarer, and suggests less wear and tear. However, cars with exceptionally low mileage may also have maintenance needs due to lack of use. Whether someone should pay more for a vehicle with lower miles will depend on how they plan on using it, and the vehicle's specific condition.

The value of modified cars differs widely based on the type and quality of modifications. While some modifications can significantly increase value, especially performance enhancements and high-quality custom work, others may not add much or could even detract from the car’s value if they appeal to only a limited audience.

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