2019-2020 Ferrari 488 Pista Spider

Engine & Performance

Engine: 3.9-liter twin-turbocharged 90-degree V8 producing 710 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque

Transmission & Drivetrain: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with rear-wheel drive (RWD)

Performance: 0-60 mph in 2.85 seconds, top speed of 211 mph, curb weight of approximately 3,056 lbs, offering exceptional track-focused handling and instantaneous power delivery.

Exterior

Finished in iconic Rosso Corsa red paint, this mid-engine convertible features aggressive aerodynamic elements including the S-Duct on the front bonnet, sculpted rear buttresses, carbon fiber rear diffuser, dual large circular exhaust tips, and distinctive black mesh grille inserts.

Interior Features

Driver-focused cockpit featuring extensive use of carbon fiber, Alcantara upholstery with contrast stitching, racing bucket seats with multi-point harnesses, digital instrument cluster with central analog tachometer, and a lack of traditional infotainment screen to minimize driver distraction.

Condition Assessment

Excellent - The paint appears deep and glossy with no visible imperfections, clean body panels, and pristine carbon fiber elements.

Condition Issues: None visible from this rear perspective; appears to be in show-ready condition.

Estimated Mileage: Estimated between 1,500 to 5,000 miles, typical for a low-mileage collector-owned exotic.

Historical Significance

The 488 Pista Spider represents the culmination of Ferrari's V8 mid-engine track-focused special series convertibles, tracing its lineage back to the 360 Challenge Stradale, 430 Scuderia, and 458 Speciale.

Notable Features

Removable hardtop roof mechanism, F1-derived side-slip angle control (SSC 6.0), carbon fiber wheels (optional), and the most powerful V8 engine ever fitted to a series-production Ferrari drop-top at its launch.

Production Numbers

Exact official production numbers are not publicly published by Ferrari, but total production for the 488 Pista Spider is estimated to be around 1,000 to 1,200 units worldwide.

Maintenance Recommendations

Regular annual servicing at an authorized Ferrari dealer, adherence to the 7-year genuine maintenance program, and frequent inspection of high-performance carbon-ceramic brakes and Michelin Cup 2 tires.

Fun Facts

1. The word 'Pista' is Italian for 'track.' 2. Its twin-turbo V8 engine won the prestigious International Engine of the Year award four consecutive times. 3. The rear diffuser design is directly inherited from the 488 GTE endurance race car. 4. Ferrari engineers saved 210 pounds compared to the standard 488 Spider through extensive use of carbon fiber and lightweight materials.

Identified on: 9/19/2026