Along with securing consecutive Championships in Formula 1 and unveiling the F430 as the predecessor to the 360, the mid-2000s proved to be a strong point for the Ferrari brand. No stranger to stripping down options to create the ultimate race-inspired look and feel, Ferrari introduced the 430 Scuderia as the track-focused version of the F430 platform.
Now regarded as the most collectible Ferrari of its era, the 430 Scuderia continues its uprise in market popularity and value amongst Italian prancing horse purists willing to pay a pretty penny for a pristine example. Known more commonly for his passion, no obsession, for Lamborghini supercars, VINwiki founder and well-known YouTuber Ed Bolian joined forces with Sotheby’s Motorsport to auction off his beloved 2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia.
The question often asked about the 430 Scuderia is, “What makes it different from the regular Ferrari F430? What makes the Scuderia the ultimate everyday track-ready supercar includes race-specific upgrades like lightweight bodywork, driveline tuning for more torque, carbon ceramic brakes, and a base carbon fiber interior design with bucket seats. In total, the Ferrari 430 Scuderia ditches more than 220lbs over its regular-production sibling.
Finished in Grigio Silverstone over Rosso leather, the car is among few Ferraris favored by Bolian. Acquiring the vehicle in poor cosmetic condition, he soon tended to lackluster paint and separating interior components. Adding nearly 7,000 miles in his first week of ownership alone, Ed’s enthusiasm for the Scuderia shines in his high praise of the model’s engine, interior, and overall driving experience.
The Ferrari 430 Scuderia’s 502 horsepower naturally-aspirated V8, slick-shifting F1 automated gearbox, and tasteful optioning present its next owner a truly rewarding ownership experience ahead. Its high-revving powertrain is responible for a 3.3-second 0-60mph time, and an overall top speed of 198mph.
Current service records report the 430 Scuderia recieved new valve cover gaskets and spark plug tube seals, reattachment of 430 Scuderia emblem, replacement of missing rear grille screws, and repair of leather strap for securing spare tire (front trunk). Now showing an odometer reading of just 43,551 miles, this Ferrari is sold with both a clean Georgia Title and clean Carfax report.
Now available for bidding on SothebysMotorsport.com, Ed Bolian’s 2009 Ferrari 430 Scuderia lot will most definitely have a lot of eyes on it so be sure to keep yours open throughout its auction time. In the meantime, be sure to sign up to be a bidder so you’re ready to go.
