4th May, 2025 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle May 2025 Classic, Performance & Supercar Auction
2011 Ferrari California
Benefitting from a history of Ferrari main dealer servicing and finished in Tour de France Blue
Registration – LX11 HEU
Chassis No. – ZFFLJ65C000181430
M.O.T. – November 2025
Odometer – 54,000
The thrilling Ferrari California is a glorious open-top 2+2 with a howling 4.3-litre V8 engine. It has a 193mph top speed and 0-60mph takes just 4.0 seconds, aided by a seven-speed semi-automatic gearbox. This 2011 example has an odometer reading just 54,000 miles and the vendor reports engine, transmission and electrics are all in ‘excellent’ condition. It is a “much cherished example that is a joy to drive,” and boasts a full service history. The Finished in Tour de France Blue paintwork is set off by alloy wheels that have been powder-coated and repainted. The vendor adds that it was previously Category S three years ago, with the damage described as rear end and minor dents and scratches, but has since been professionally repaired and is now “immaculate”. It has an MOT valid until November 2025.
The Ferrari California revived a name first used in the 1950s. Launched in 2008, this 2+2 hard-top convertible had a front-mid-mounted V8 engine, making it Ferrari’s first front-engined V8. Designed by Pininfarina, it is now becoming known as a landmark Ferrari, opening up the storied Italian brand to an entirely new audience. With 460bhp and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, it offered 0-62mph acceleration in just 4.0 seconds – on a par with a Ferrari F430. Today, the California continues to open up Ferrari ownership to those who have never owned one before.
In Summary:
- Full service history
- Fully-repaired Category S and now “immaculate”
- Ferrari’s glorious naturally aspirated V8 – International Engine of the Year, winner of 8 awards including “Best Performance Engine”.
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Auction: The Bolesworth Castle May 2025 Classic, Performance & Supercar Auction, 4th May, 2025
Our May auction of classic, performance and supercars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 3rd May,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 4th May, 9am - 12 noon
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