The Ferrari F40, unveiled in 1987, stands as a testament to Ferrari’s Italian engineering and remains a significant milestone in the evolution of supercars. As the first road-legal production car to break the 200 mph barrier, it pioneered the use of advanced materials like carbon fiber and Kevlar, introduced aerodynamic solutions, and demonstrated how turbocharged engines could provide remarkable power. The passionate team at Graham Rahal Performance is proud to present this European-spec 1989 Ferrari F40 as part of its jaw-dropping inventory of rare and collectible supercars for sale.
The exterior of this F40 features a signature Rosso Corsa finish, a shade of red synonymous with the Ferrari name. Its design is characterized by its low-slung stance, a large rear wing, and NACA ducts for cooling. Notably, there are subtle differences between the U.S. and European versions of the F40. Euro-spec F40s are slightly lighter due to the absence of certain regulatory features required in the U.S. Factory star pattern Ferrari F40 five-spoke Speedline-made wheels exude a race-inspired aesthetic.
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The interior of the Ferrari F40 mirrors its performance-oriented ethos, offering a raw, stripped-back cockpit designed to connect the driver directly with the driving experience. Its cabin does away with any unnecessary luxuries and frills, instead focusing on functionality and minimalism. You won’t find plush leather seats or a high-end stereo system here. Instead, the F40 presents racing-style bucket seats with red fabric upholstery, a simple three-spoke steering wheel, basic gauges, and lightweight door panels with pull-cord handles. This driver-focused configuration reinforces the F40’s purpose: to provide an unadulterated, exhilarating driving experience.
Under the hood of the Ferrari F40 lies a mid-mounted, twin-turbocharged 2.9-liter V8 engine, which generates an impressive 471 horsepower and 426 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain, mated to a five-speed manual transmission, is key to the F40’s extraordinary performance and driving dynamics. The car’s 0-60 mph acceleration time is a swift 4.2 seconds, and it can cover a quarter-mile in just 12.1 seconds. This power, combined with its lightweight construction and advanced aerodynamics, allows the F40 to deliver a performance that still impresses over three decades after its release. This incredibly rare 1989 Ferrari F40 from Graham Rahal Performance is currently for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below.
