Ferrari built just 349 examples of the F50, making it one of the rarest and most sought-after supercars to emerge from Maranello. Nearly three decades after production ended, collectors are paying extraordinary sums to get their hands on one.
Now, a particularly special 1997 example is preparing to cross the auction block in Las Vegas on October 31, 2026. Offered by Broad Arrow Auctions, this F50 has a remarkable history and a price expectation that could make it the most expensive example ever sold at public auction.
Its appeal doesn’t come from celebrity ownership or an unusual factory specification. What sets this F50 apart is how well it has survived nearly three decades.
This Ferrari is among the final F50s produced and has spent much of its life in private collections. Its condition is the real attraction, offering a rare glimpse of what one of Ferrari’s greatest analog supercars looked like when it was new.
A Nearly Brand-New Ferrari From 1997
Finished in Rosso Corsa with Nero leather upholstery and red seat inserts, this F50 was originally delivered through Maranello Sales in Surrey, England. It was one of around 25 examples supplied new to the United Kingdom.
The car subsequently spent time in collections in Japan and Europe before arriving in the United States for auction. According to Broad Arrow, its paintwork, interior, and controls show virtually none of the wear normally associated with a 29-year-old supercar.
It also retains its removable hardtop, original flight case, three-piece Schedoni luggage set, and J.P. Tod’s driving shoes. The accompanying accessories even include factory tools, spare components, and protective covers.
Formula 1 Engineering With A Manual Gearbox
Underneath its sculpted bodywork sits a naturally aspirated 4.7-liter V12 derived from Ferrari’s Formula 1 engine technology. Producing 513 horsepower and 347 lb-ft of torque, it sends power to the rear wheels through a six-speed gated manual transmission.
The F50 also features a carbon-fiber monocoque and an engine that serves as a structural component of the chassis. Ferrari quoted a top speed of 202 mph, while contemporary testing recorded a 0–60 mph time of 3.6 seconds.
Could This Become The Most Expensive F50 Ever?
F50 values have climbed dramatically in recent years, with a yellow example selling for $14.575 million in August 2026 currently standing as the model’s public auction record.
Broad Arrow expects this 106-mile example to exceed $20 million, potentially setting a substantially higher benchmark. The Ferrari has also recently undergone servicing and a Ferrari Classiche inspection at Ferrari of Newport Beach.
Whether collectors will pay such an extraordinary premium for its preserved condition will be decided when bidding begins. One thing is certain, though, whoever buys it will face a difficult decision about whether to actually drive it.