Ferrari 458 Speciale — RossDrives

Verdict

S

BHP

597 bhp

0–60

3.0 s

Top speed

202 mph

MPG

18 mpg

Used

$420,000-$650,000

Strengths

597bhp at 9000rpm is a generational engine
Track-focused chassis is sharper than Italia
Will appreciate further

Weaknesses

Pricing already strongly past Italia
Owner-mileage tends to be low
Service costs match owner pricing

Notable tech

F136-FB 4.5 V8 in highest NA tune (135 bhp/litre)
7-speed dual-clutch (recalibrated)
Active aero (front and rear)
Side Slip Control 1.0 (first version)
Carbon-ceramic brakes standard
458 Speciale Aperta convertible 2014-2015

Common issues

Carbon panel chips on aero pieces
Gearbox calibration updates rolled out
Same DCT/cat-converter issues as Italia

Used-market budget

$500,000

Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.