2012 Ferrari 458 Italia Base

Make

Ferrari

Model

458 Italia Base

Year

2012

Listed price

$417,888

Location

San Luis Obispo, California

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

9,379 miles

When the Ferrari 458 Italia debuted in 2009, it marked a significant evolution in Maranello's mid-engine V8 lineage, replacing the beloved F430. Designed by Pininfarina, its aerodynamic form was not just beautiful but highly functional, achieving 309 lbs of downforce at 124 mph without resorting to large fixed wings. Beneath its sculpted skin lay a technological tour de force: a screaming 4.5-liter naturally aspirated V8, the last of its kind in a series that stretches back to the 308. This engine, codenamed F136FB, produced an astounding 562 horsepower and revved to a stratospheric 9,000 RPM, earning it multiple "International Engine of the Year" awards. The 458 was also the first Ferrari V8 to feature a Getrag dual-clutch transmission exclusively, a move that initially raised eyebrows but quickly proved its performance bona fides on road and track alike. This 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia presents a unique proposition for the discerning enthusiast, as it has undergone a professional conversion to a true manual transmission. While originally equipped with the lightning-fast dual-clutch unit, this example now offers an incredibly engaging and tactile driving experience, allowing the driver to fully exploit the legendary 4.5L naturally aspirated V8. Finished in the stunning and sought-after Bianco Avus, this coupe has covered a mere 9,379 miles, suggesting a life of careful enjoyment and preservation. For those who cherish driver involvement above all else, this manual-converted 458 Italia represents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a truly special Prancing Horse.