2007 Ferrari 430

Make

Ferrari

Model

430

Year

2007

Listed price

$289,986

Location

Murrieta, California

Transmission

6-Speed Automated Manual

Mileage

6,988 miles

The Ferrari F430, launched in 2004, marked a significant evolution in Maranello's V8 mid-engined lineage, succeeding the beloved 360 Modena. It was a car born from a deep well of Formula 1 technology, directly benefiting from Ferrari's dominant Grand Prix era. Its aggressive Pininfarina styling, honed in the wind tunnel, was more than just aesthetic; it incorporated innovative aerodynamic features like the large front air intakes channeling air to cool the carbon-ceramic brakes and the integrated rear diffuser. Underneath, a new 4.3-liter F136 E V8 engine, producing a formidable 483 horsepower, revved to a stratospheric 8,500 RPM, delivering a soundtrack that was pure Ferrari. The F430 also introduced the revolutionary *manettino* switch on the steering wheel, allowing drivers to quickly adjust vehicle dynamics, a feature now ubiquitous across the Ferrari range. This particular 2007 Ferrari F430 F1 stands as a superb example of the breed, showing just 6,983 miles on the odometer. Its EFI V8 engine is paired with the lightning-quick 6-speed automated manual transmission, an F1-derived gearbox that defined the driving experience of its era, delivering visceral shifts that connect the driver directly to the machine. As a coupe, it embodies the pure, unadulterated sports car ethos, designed for thrilling performance and an immersive driving experience. This F430 represents an opportunity to acquire a meticulously maintained example of a modern classic Ferrari.