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1985 Ferrari Mondial Quattrovalvole Convertible 2-door 3.0l on 2040-cars

Year:1985 Mileage:16100 Color: Red /
 Black
Location:

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.0L 2927CC V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Condition:
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VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
: 00000000000000000
Year: 1985
Make: Ferrari
Model: Mondial
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: Quattrovalvole Convertible 2-Door
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats, Convertible
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes
Mileage: 16,100
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows
Exterior Color: Red
Interior Color: Black
Number of Cylinders: 8

This is one of three cars from my collection which I am auctioning on Ebay.  The other two are a 1994 Mercedes Benz SL600 Convertible and a custom built 1955 Jaguar Convertible (originally a four door Mark VII salon) which I will list within a few days.  I must sell two in order to get garage space for new cars I have coming.  If interested, please see the separate listings.

This Ferrari is an absolute joy to drive.  Always garaged, solid, runs perfectly, has that great sound, does not have a mark on it.  Paint, chrome, stainless, glass, all in excellent condition.  Non-smoker.  With so few miles, it easily passes for a much newer car.  Note the original tire sticker on the windshield and the sticker inside the spare wheel.  Also note the fuse box is perfectly clear - not cloudy.  Everything works fine, including the pop-up headlights.  No leaks of any kind.  The radio is a new Pioneer as are the speakers, but I still have the original Blaupunkt if you want to show the car.  (The Blaupunkt could be repaired but very expensive.)  The tires are correct, show very little wear with no cracking, and could be original, but I am not sure.  I doubt the spare has ever been on the ground.  The wheels do not have a mark on them. 

The car comes with owners manuals, original pouches, two sets of original keys, tool kit with spare parts, extra belts, and both the full cover and the targa cover.  (See pictures) 

I am told this is the only mid-engine Ferrari ever built with seating for four.  It is actually pretty comfortable in any seat.  You can drive this car anywhere and not have any problems at all.  The only consideration might be the manual top.  I believe it is original and I don't think it has been up much in the car's history.  The result is that it is very stiff and difficult to raise.  I removed the rear metal stiffeners and that helped a little, but a new top and boot would give the car new zing.  The air conditioner does not blow very cold and probably needs a recharge.  I will try to have that done before the car sells.  And finally, the side of the driver's side seat shows a bit of wear which I am treating with leather conditioners that seem to be doing the trick.  Other than that, the car is turn key. 

As background, the car was sold new in Germany in 1985 and shipped to the USA shortly thereafter.  That is why the odometer is in kilometers.  I am the third owner.

The car has been serviced by a certified Ferrari mechanic who has given me a letter vouching for its condition.  And one more very good thing.  If you know about Ferraris, you know that the frequent timing belt changes are the single most expensive maintenance that comes with owning one.  THIS Ferrari is the only one that was built which does not require lifting the engine to change the belt. Thus maintenance is much less expensive to do.

Finally, I suggest you have a mechanic verify the condition of the car for your peace of mind before your final bid.

The VIN # is ZFFLC15B000053929. 

Thank you.

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