2004 Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale

Make

Ferrari

Model

360 Challenge Stradale

Year

2004

Listed price

Price not provided

Location

Houston, Texas

Transmission

Not provided

Mileage

9,952 miles

The Ferrari 360 Modena, unveiled in 1999, marked a significant departure from its F355 predecessor, introducing an all-new aluminum spaceframe chassis that was both lighter and stiffer. However, it was the 2003 Challenge Stradale that truly pushed the envelope, translating Ferrari's 360 Challenge racing experience into a road-legal machine. Built as a direct competitor to Porsche's 911 GT3, the Challenge Stradale shed 220 pounds from the standard 360 through extensive use of carbon fiber, Lexan windows, and a stripped-down interior. Its F1-derived gearbox shifted faster, the suspension was firmer, and the ceramic brakes were standard, all contributing to a car that was 2.5 seconds quicker around Fiorano than the Modena. Only 1,288 examples were produced globally, cementing its status as a highly sought-after modern classic and a pivotal model in Ferrari's lineage of track-focused road cars. This 2004 Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale, showing just 9,952 miles, embodies the raw, unadulterated driving experience for which the model is celebrated. Clad in its iconic Rosso Corsa paint, this example presents an opportunity to own a piece of Ferrari's racing heritage. The naturally aspirated 3.6-liter V8, paired with the lightning-fast F1 transmission, delivers an intoxicating symphony and exhilarating performance that remains undiluted by modern complexities. Every detail, from the carbon fiber racing seats to the lightweight exhaust, speaks to its singular purpose. This is a chance to acquire a meticulously preserved example of Maranello's track-day masterpiece.