2019 Ferrari 488

Make

Ferrari

Model

488

Year

2019

Listed price

$359,995

Location

Joliet, Illinois

Transmission

7-Speed Double Clutc

Mileage

10,728 miles

The Ferrari 488 series, introduced in 2015, marked a significant departure for Maranello, ushering in a new era of turbocharged V8s for its mid-engine berlinettas. As the successor to the naturally aspirated 458 Italia, the 488 GTB and GTS (Gran Turismo Spider) faced the formidable task of proving that forced induction could enhance, rather than diminish, the celebrated Ferrari driving experience. Its 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8, derived from the engine found in the California T, delivered a staggering 660 horsepower, outperforming its predecessor while also achieving greater efficiency. The 488 also brought advanced aerodynamic solutions, including active flaps and a blown spoiler, directly translating F1 technology to the road and earning it numerous "Car of the Year" accolades. This 2019 Ferrari 488 Convertible, with 10,728 miles on the odometer, exemplifies the final year of this remarkable generation. Its 3.9L Twin Turbo V8 engine, producing 660 horsepower and 561 lb-ft of torque, is paired with a lightning-quick 7-speed double-clutch transmission, ensuring exhilarating performance whether carving canyons or cruising boulevards. As a convertible, it offers the added sensory thrill of open-air motoring, allowing the glorious soundtrack of the turbocharged V8 to fill the cabin unencumbered. This is an opportunity to acquire a modern Maranello masterpiece that perfectly blends cutting-edge performance with an intoxicating drop-top experience.