Ferrari F355 Spider -1997 review
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- The sound, the looks, the F355 is one of the true gems of the 1990's. Come and take a spin in this near perfect 1997 Ferrari F355 Spider with me. This car is for sale at the Classic Car Gallery.
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This video is hilarious, you couldn't look anymore like a Ferrari driver than you do in this video.
I have my best 1990's jacket on and everything
Did you make sure to slow down on Rt25 by the median where the cops always hide?
A 9 minute and eleven second long video...I see what you are doing there, Nick.
Nick, great video. Love the Miami Vice vibe you're giving off there... :)
I have my best jacket on and everything. Fixed that for you.
I love that you're driving with the top down, snow on the ground, in that jacket, talking to yourself, in that beautiful car! Because when you're in a classic Ferrari -- it's an event!
One of my fave Ferraris. Had mine 10 years. Its a keeper. Service costs must be a lot lower in the UK.
Yep in my backwater yard it costs 20k to change the timing belt at a Ferrari shop and 15k at some other reputable place.
"Cause I make Videos" I had to laugh. You might make videos, but you really bring enjoyment to many. I love your upbeat intelligent well paced reviews. Many could learn from you. Thank you Nick. Oh and the Ferrari was cool too!
Thanks!
Top down, snow on the ground. I love it! The F355 was the car that made me fall in love with Ferrari. Great video.
With an aftermarket exhaust this car is probably my top 5 sounding cars of all time.
Dam nick she left you for a rich guy
She did!
More rich than you? Must be some kind of trumpish-guy
Probably Trumps son
It seems that he's hardly worse off for it
Now I ain't sayin she's a gold digga...
Very well done, Middle-aged-man-in-a-convertible.
Mr-Middle-aged-nerd-man-in-a-convertible
I don't believe one can buy this car without starting a lemonade stand first.
All about selling coins on the internet on a website that doesn't really exist.
Funny that the video length is 9:11 :) Freudian slip, Nick?
That sound is quite lovely. I still have the poster of a yellow one that was on my wall back in the 90s :-)
I still remember the Top Gear episode when Clarkson drove this.......he was mesmerised and said it was the greatest car he had ever driven. It was a magnificent car, incredible looking, just perfection.
Damn that engine sounds like a superbike!
and breaks like a FIAT
was thinking it's redlining pretty high
I remember watching 'The Rock' back in 1997 and falling in love with this Ferrari...one of the best looking and sounding cars from the nineties!!
My favorite Ferrari as well -- you're right about the engine sound.. it's amazing.
It's probably worth noting that there are other common very-high-dollar-fix issues with the F355, including the headers and valve guides. Top fixes for the Spider model are also incredibly expensive.
This is one of those cases where being able to buy the car is a wildly different thing than being able to afford to operate it.
3270lbs and 375hp is not fast Nick? That's an incredible power to weight ratio if you ask me. The torque is on the low side hence I imagine it doesn't feel like a turbocharged 911 or an M4, obviously.
This video was well done and the narrator seems down to earth and enjoyable to watch
"It's not really about the speed, it's about the experience".
Amen to that.
The 355 had 5 valves per cylinder. Thats why it sounds incredible. Today we can't have that because they all need variable valve lift and timing, forcing them into 4 valves per cylinder... Emissions ruining all the fun :(
Probably the variable valve timing does more than having 5 valves.
mornadu flat plain crank is why is sounded incredible
And a properly tuned induction and exhaust.
Variable valve timing is more efficient than getting an extra valve. Both in terms of power and emissions. That's why we see more super-cars and normal cars with it rather than 5 valves. Take a look at Honda engines and see how much power they can output with very little displacement. For an example a Honda S2000 engine outputs roughly 240 hp from 2.0 liters of displacement, which equals to 120 hp/per liter. 375/3.5 means that this Ferrari 355 has 107 hp per liter and therefore it is in terms of "power per displacement" less efficient than the variable valve Honda engine. I know the Honda engine is alot smaller than the Ferrari engine and therefore making it harder to reach the same effectiveness, but the difference in power per displacement shouldn't be that big. In this and the majority of cases variable valve timing comes out on top.
Oh 5 valves per cylinder like a blacktop 4age from the same period? Facinating.
i've watched this about 5 times just to listen to the sound of that engine. great review. thanks for posting.
They just don't make them like this anymore. What I love most of all about the 355 is that it defines Ferrari appearance. The shape, the popups, quad taillights, the vents. Show this car to anyone, even the ones who don't even understand the concept of car and they will tell you it's Ferrari.
By the way, Nick, I really enjoy the reviews! I've looked at the Classic Car Gallery site and they have heaps of interesting stuff there. I even saw Testarossa and Delta Integrale, maybe it would be possible to negotiate on doing a review of them? Or some other classics? Old cars are very interesting.
Nick, nice review. This sis probably my all time favourite ferrari as well. Love the way you give lots of background info on the car and history. Would be nice to get more windy stuff on your vids though..
Golf replacement?
If only!
Nice to see people giving you thumbs up whilst driving a nice car. Sadly here in the UK you would more likely get the finger as Brits hate to see others doing well.
Would love people to change that way of thinking.
Chris Wright Had that some convo with a successful British business owner here in LA as of recent. He said in America people celebrate other's success, while in Britain they tend to despise the wealthy man/woman.
Jeremy Clarkson summed it up so brilliantly in his review of the Ferrari 488 in the Sunday Times. Here are some snippets:
"In Britain, Mr Normal sees a Ferrari as a reminder that his life hasn’t worked out quite as well as he had hoped. And he sees its driver as a living embodiment of the good-looking kid at school who got the girls, and the sixth-former who nicked his packed lunch on a field trip....
You simply do not get any of these responses in other countries. A Ferrari in America is a spur, a reminder that you need to get up earlier in the morning and try harder. In Italy it’s a thing of beauty to be admired.
Elsewhere it’s a dream made real. But in Britain it causes everyone to say: “It’s all right for some.” Which is the most depressing phrase in the English language."
Depends on where you are in the States. In a city like San Francisco you'll get some jelly too. It's mostly in the local culture and how wide the wealth gap in the city is.
Chris Wright do
The Jag F Type when it first launched got a lot of thumbs up and people running over to chat about it. So far Ferrari wise the reception has been pretty good although you can see the look of disdain on some peoples faces. I've had this discussion as well loads, in America it's good to strive for success and treat yourself for your hard work. Here in the UK if you have done well you have to almost hide it a little. Weird Britannia! Mind you the government trying every way they can to punish you for being successful doesn't help either haha!
Love the video but you need to keep your eyes on the road given the congested highway. Hate to see you go under a semi.
I like how it's not too fast so you can actually rev it to the 8.5K on a regular basis.
The mechanical click as you row through the gated shifter is mesmerising. Makes you want to shift gears just to hear it. The height of the knob is very good too. Pop up headlights look so cool.
Nick, quick question, how do you record your engine sounds? Did you just stick that go pro on the back bumper of the ferrari? i always have trouble recording engine noises. Thank You.
I do use a GoPro but I wrap it in plastic wrap to keep the wind out and to muffle the noises I do not want. Also only ever use a GoPro 4, the 3 and 5 don't works as well for me sound wise.
Thank you very much. I have a couple of Go 4's so i will use them see how i get on.
I must say I never knew the 355 sounded so good. This could be my favorite Ferrari now, I mean it's manual, not that much electrics, and pop-up headlights.
Great review Nick! That noise is just orchestral! And you cannot beat a gated Ferrari shifter!
What a beauty! Absolutely incredible video!
Jacket is totally Night at the Roxbury c. 1998. Let's re-shoot intro with 'what is love' playing, Will Ferrell in the passengers seat, and heads bobbing. Good one, enjoyed the review.
Oh Nick you are killing me here. I gotta get down to Southport and drive this this bad boy!
Top down, snow everywhere and flat-out in the best-sounding Ferrari ever. You gotta do what you gotta do!
Great video. I watched it with a smile on my face the whole time. You have a great way of describing the experience. I almost feel like I'm the driver.
I've never been much of a fan of the F355, because I didn't like the looks very much. But ever since I saw TheSmokingTire's review of F355 GTS, I'm in love. The sounds of it is simply magnificent
Bravo Nick! This was an awesome video. Does it get any better than a screamin' 355? Maybe, but it's pretty rad!
Nick you really are no Fs given. This one was awesome
Thanks for capturing the glorious soundtrack! Thumbs up!
First time I see one of your videos and I like it! I like your style and you come out as very knowledgeable about the car. I also love how you ain't afraid to push the pedal to the metal, also that Ferrari f355 is one of the most beautiful Ferraris from the 90s.
Great Video love the sound quality & Chase car footage. Your love of the car came through Strong.
Awesome video Nick!
What a Car! Those engine sounds are beautiful.
"Doesn't feel that fast." Perhaps if you're used to modern day supercars but I bet it'll feel scary fast if you're used to regular everyday cars!
Nick, Really fun video! We have a good friend with a 355 and it reminds me of the Porsche 993. Our 308 is more like an SC or 3.2 Carrera. Shame it wasn't a little better weather, but any day in the Ferrari is a fun day! Enjoy your 911. Beautiful car! Franny
How cool is your channel!
Oh that's great. Glad you checked it out! Let us know if you are ever here in Colorado. Franny.
Quality audio, cheers Nick
As a 22 year old with a 12 year old Vauxhall Corsa (UK). I really feel for Bryan "having" to drive the 911 for your video. Must be hard work ;)
Jokes aside enjoyable as always! Keep up the good work! :) Thanks for your efforts!
And that sound! Almost as good as the Corsa with no back box...... *Coughs*
I bribe him with snacks
Nick, you are a precious human being.
- Harambe Minion
Great vid. How do you compare the feel of the gated shifter vs the Pcar's manual gearbox?
The gated shifter is a feast for the senses. It's not the smoothest or most efficient in shift speed because the shift gates cannot possibly be perfectly matched with the gear positions. It's purely an anachronism, but do you care when you hear that sliding and clicking, and move that polished ball, see and feel that oiled machinery in action?
My boss had what is probably still the nicest 355 Berlinetta I have ever seen. He ordered it new and it was Blu Le Mans over Crema with Blue Carpets and the factory carbon race seats in 6 speed manual. He still regrets selling it almost every day but the yearly maintenance on them these days seems to put that regret to rest haha
That does sound the like the perfect configuration
That sound is just amazing!
Production quality 10/10 Nick :)
The F355 has such a great timeless design, cool review Nick!
Oh that sound.... and those 90s headlights. Mmmm....
The 2 exotic cars I've ridden in turned a lot of heads... a red Testarossa and a Verde Ithica LP560 Gallardo. It was very different to realize that everyone is looking at you the whole time you're driving
wow great moves nick, keep em up, proud of you
Favourite TH-camr in my favourite car! Yay :D
Oh the sounds! Nicely done as always. 👌
$10-15k every 2-3 years? hmmmm. As an owner of an F355 and having at least 10 people I know and talk to that also have 355 F1 and F355 cars, I don't agree.
Annual maintenance including flushing gear oil, engine oil, brake fluid, oil filter, washers, washer fluid etc. is about $320 in parts. Some just do the $130 for the oil parts. Cheaper than my 996.
Stuff breaks, tires need replacing, nothing to see here. The water pump is cheaper to replace than on my old E36 M3. Tires are 18" so it's $1k for PSS2s all-in and these last 5+ years. This by no means a cheap car to maintain and a 360 is better on the pocketbook. You also don't have to go all pedantic on making the car flawles as if you had a similar year Porsche or BMW.
Major Belt service is "in the real world" every 5-7 years and is $7-9k depending on if you need/want to swap out worn parts on top of the service items. Things like shocks, body mounts etc. These all wear similar to my other cars from BMW and Porsche and cost similarly.
When people say $10-15k, you should only have a 15k major if you either have a car that has been severely neglected, items that actually broke due to you being careless (like driving over a curb), or you are "adding" stuff like a header, exhaust, cats, etc. The factory headers will usually fail so aftermarket for $2800 or so are usually done. Most cars on the market have this done already.
So, yes, the maintenance on this car is either similar or more than most other 1990's sports cars and $9k every 6 years is still $1500 a year plus at least $130 for oil changes (figure $500 with labor and doing all the fluids) and then you should have another few hundred or even $1000 plus (which other similar cars will cost similarly) on things that need to be fixed over time such as some sticky parts, mounts, rubber items (tires).... but 10-15k every 2-3 years is a new one to me, as both an owner of an F355 6 speed Berlinetta and an M4 in your favorite color (YMB);)
I bought the car for the sound, my M4 is plenty fast with the mods.
excellent information. Thank you
Thank you for sharing this information! I'm a 27 years old banker who loves this car to death, let's see if I can own one in my lifetime. Must be a blast after a long hard week of work, to take this car out for a nice weekend drive and chill.
Makes alllll of the right noises
Tedward I was shouting pretty much the whole video. Making you proud
Nick and a Ferrari! This is gonna be good!!!
Just realized I was born in 1997.
I'd prefer the Berlinetta since I don't do drop tops, but the F355 may very well be my favorite as well, especially with the manual. The limits obviously aren't nearly as high as a modern Ferrari, but this is one of the best handling cars they ever produced, and that engine is a symphony.
Great video Nick
The sound. The sound. Hell yeah!
Thanks again Nick, another classic review down memory lane. The pop-up headlights remind me of my first car a 1990 Honda Prelude. I've haven't had the pleasure of driving one of these cars, only been a passenger in one back in the day & yes you get a lot of looks, both good n bad. By the way Nick, what's the insurance cost on one of these classic beauties?
Nobody does the engine out service every 2-3 years unless you’re paranoid. I do mine every 5 years. The belt looked like new even after 5 years.
Great video and the car sounds awesome! Well done!
Another great review Nick. Keep it up.
Sweet review Nick. Almost as sweet as the sound of that engine.
Bravo nick as always! one of dream cars she's a beaut
As expected another great video! When are you going to do another meet up for your beloved fans?
My favorite Ferrari as well. It just looks proper!
The 911 as a camera car just works!
I miss 90s :(
Great video, best productions values so far but I am still a bigger Porsche fan. Keep up the great work.
the sound... to die for
I love this car. It's got the perfect amount of coolness, power and fun. It's not excessive.
WOW! Very nice Nick. I would love to have that RARI in my collection, but at $10K every 2 yrs. is a deal breaker. Hey Nick, you should pixelate your speedometer. Just a suggestion. Great video, keep them coming!
You need to drive the 360 Modena and the F430 Nick. Ticked all the boxes in the last 20 years except these.
Simply nostalgic.
I'm impressed with Bryan. It would take a lot of restraint letting that F355 accelerate away slowly while going half throttle in the 911 ;)
Great Vid! Was a bit weird to see such big cameras though... do you ever use gopro?
I was wondering what you filmed the car accelerating from and easily keeping up...the porsche 😜👍
instant like for revving the piss out of it during that acceleration. Nick for president
Grreat stuff Nick!
This and the 512tr are two of my favorite Ferraris. I promised myself I would own one of them at some point in my life.
Nice video as always brotha! 👌💯
Love the freeze frame ending. Say hi! Cheeky. It's so you!
Great looks, great sound and still got the open gearbox.
'Tis' music to the ears!
The 355 is the first ferrari I ever drove too, we had the convertible. I agree is the most beautiful, also sadly the last of the old school Ferrari, with heavy steering and heavy brakes
Such a wellmade video!
Hey nick your video with the xenon,vs led vs halogen was on the autobild romania facebook page
great review Nick. The 355 is my favourite but i have a 360 Spider. Would love to see you review one of those :)
Fezza me too. I will make it happen
Nick Murray woo hoo! Look forward to it :)
One my favourite cars ever
Even today a well running 355 (mostly with 2.7 Bosch electronic) isn't a slow car, does speedo about 300 km/h - there are not so many faster cars...
ex girlfriends future husband? I hope you redlined it at every given opportunity
Great review as usual Nick! I hope 991 Turbo or 992 Turbo videos are coming soon and generous from you if it is a Turbo S ... Please ( 1993 -1994 964 3.6 Turbo/S ) By the way Nick, Visit the nearest fuel station the 355 is starving ; ) Take care friend
Great car, great video!
It is the best sounding thing on the entire planet .
the video had to be a stark 9:11 reference rite ? u started dropping easter egg now ? haha. great video