1998 Ferrari 355

F1 spider Convertible

8 - Cyl.

Unspecified

zffxr48A0w0112414

Salvage

Gasoline

Attention mechanics: Selling 355 and ALL SPARE COMPONENTS VEHICLE WAS NEVER WRECKED/BENT, water damage only This 1998 F355 spider was purchased on Ebay 2-3 years ago as a project. This vehicle was involved in Hurricane Katrina and was sold on Ebay as not having an operable F1 transmission. I purchased the car knowing much work was needed. When the car arrived it was stripped to the skin and inspected. No real evidence of flood was noted (water line). The top appeared new and I have the opinion the hurricane ripped the top off and rained into the car. Since that time I have POURED money into the vehicle. At the time I purchased this it was my second 355 and I didn't mind having the "flood" blemish on the title as I planned to use as a daily driver. The project went out of control in my pursuit for perfection, I have replaced the ENTIRE rear engine wiring harness with factory new. I've installed the Scuderia Rampante "gold connector upgrade" at most engine connections. The transmission TCU and harness were replaced. The ENTIRE interior including gauges, dash (complete NEW assembly from Ricambi), steering wheel, carpet was all replaced with NEW. This car has no sticky switches anywhere. Interior was tastefully recovered by Fernando at Prestige upholstery in North Hollywood. Interior is tan stitched in black thread, prancing horse embossed on headrests. Vehicle has new JVC nav/video/CD unit with Polk audio speakers.. A/C blows ice cold. Main ECU was replaced, F1 pump replaced, F1 actuator replaced, clutch replaced. Fresh engine out major service including all belts, hoses, plugs, plug wires, etc. The exhaust has been upgraded to Fabspeed stainless headers, hyperflow cats, Tubi Challenge exhaust. Tires are brand new on custom wheels with Hill Engineering spacers. Needless to say it shifts perfectly now.... The car is free of dents and dings and shows EXTREMELY well. To be honest, this car looks better than any 355 I have seen....If you can get past the title blemish you'll get plenty of lookers at car shows.... Many small spares including gaskets, seals, hardware, etc included..Too much to list PLEASE READ If you are a tire kicker....PLEASE....Don't waste my time...I have listed this car several times...I am tired of answering stupid questions, if you want it, bid....Don't play games, it is NOT my job to educate you on Ferrari ownwership... NOTE-The title shows FLOOD due to the description above and ODOMETER discrepancy. The Odometer was replaced during the repairs and mileage can be verified. Currently the vehicle can be started and driven to California without a single issue. To be perfect it needs a cat ECU replaced as it occasionally throws a code, a few scrapes under front bumper need touch up paint (only visible from underneath) and the top actuators need bled. PLEASE READ>>>>> I AM NOT A ROOKIE as it pertains to Ferraris, I frequently post on Ferrari chat.com and I am active in the local Ferrari community...I know what the market is and have set reserve accordingly.....If you are a bottom feeder don't waste my time or yours....Please! THIS car will blow your mind upon visual inspection, it looks and smells fantastic!.....PERFECT for the guy that wants a daily driver that won't feel guilty about racking up miles! Why am I selling?-I have pretty much completed this and I have no time to tinker any more. Further, I have determined I am honestly not a fan of convertibles....I will consider certain trades... PICTURES SHOW BOTH STYLES OF WHEELS BOTH ARE INCLUDED On Oct-03-10 at 08:40:25 PDT, seller added the following information: I HAVE ADDED ENGINE BAY PHOTOS AS WELL AS PICS OF THE HEADERS....