A Ferrari F40 worth an estimated $4 million recently arrived at AMMO NYC for a complete detailing and preservation treatment, but this particular example isn’t destined to spend its life sitting in a collection. Its owner regularly drives it hard and even takes it to the track.
Larry Kosilla, the man behind the AMMO NYC YouTube channel, was tasked with cleaning, polishing, and protecting the legendary supercar without compromising its delicate original materials. With an F40, even a routine detailing job requires considerable care.
The car also has an unusual modification: an aftermarket Robera air-lift suspension system that raises its ride height to clear steep driveways. It’s not something Larry had encountered on an F40 before, and it certainly makes living with the low-slung Ferrari a little easier.
The video follows the careful cleaning and preservation of the car, from its thin red paint to its stripped-back interior. Once the work is finished, Larry gets to experience the twin-turbocharged Ferrari on the road.
Protecting An F40’s Delicate Paint
The F40’s lightweight composite bodywork presents a challenge because its paint is extremely thin. Larry couldn’t rely on a conventional paint-depth gauge, so aggressive polishing was out of the question.
He began with a careful foam wash, followed by paint decontamination and gentle polishing using a worn foam pad to minimize the amount of material removed. The goal was to improve the finish without sacrificing the original paint.
The team then applied paint protection film across the painted surfaces, including vulnerable areas around the doors. A protective coating went over the film to make future cleaning easier, especially given how frequently the owner drives the car.
Even The Wheels Needed Special Attention
The Ferrari’s iconic 17-inch Speedline wheels were removed for cleaning and protection, revealing another detail that demanded care. Unlike some modern center-lock systems, the F40’s wheel threads must remain dry, with the nuts tightened to the specified 470 lb-ft.
Larry also carefully cleaned the engine compartment without spraying it directly with a hose. Inside, he focused on preserving the original materials, using gentle cleaning methods on the carpets, trim, and other delicate surfaces.
Even the transparent engine cover received attention, with polishing helping reduce some of the yellowing and surface marks.
A Ferrari F40 That Actually Gets Driven
With the detailing complete, the F40 looked spectacular, its red paint gleaming under the lights. The freshly protected bodywork was now better prepared for the road and the occasional track outing.
The video ends with a spirited drive that makes it clear why the F40 remains such an icon. Its twin-turbocharged V8 screams through the revs as the car surges forward, prompting delighted cheers and laughter from its occupants.
After all those hours spent carefully protecting the Ferrari, seeing it driven enthusiastically is a fitting conclusion. This F40 might be worth millions, but its owner clearly has no intention of treating it like a museum piece.