Car Collector International
Modern Classic · 2011–2016

Ferrari FF

Ferrari's first four-wheel-drive — 6.3-litre V12 shooting-brake with 651 bhp and four useable seats.

Car Collector International Editorial
Red Ferrari FF shooting brake in a studio setting, showing the Pininfarina-designed four-seat V12 bodywork, four-wheel-drive stance and five-spoke alloy wheels.
Overview

Why this car matters

Launched in 2011, the FF (Ferrari Four — four seats, four-wheel drive) replaced the 612 Scaglietti. Power came from a 6,262cc naturally-aspirated V12 producing 651 bhp, sent through a 7-speed dual-clutch transaxle and Ferrari's first AWD system — '4RM' — which used a compact PTU at the front of the engine to deliver torque to the front wheels in selected gears. The Pininfarina-designed three-door shooting-brake body provided genuinely useable rear seats and load space.

Production continued through 2016 before the closely-related GTC4 Lusso replaced it.

First four-wheel-drive Ferrari and the company's first true grand-touring shooting brake.

Variants

Range and production

VariantYearsProductionNotes
FF2011–20162,291Approximate total.
Buyer's Guide

What to look for

Provenance and originality

Start with identity, paperwork and originality. For the Ferrari FF, the strongest cars have continuous ownership history, matching numbers where applicable, original books and tools, factory build documentation and evidence of work by manufacturer-approved specialists. Full Ferrari main-dealer history, original paint, low ownership chain.

Mechanical inspection priorities

F140 V12 is robust if serviced; verify scheduled major service has been completed. A proper pre-purchase inspection includes cold-start behaviour, ECU diagnostics and fault-code history (where applicable), leak-down or compression testing, underbody photography, suspension and chassis inspection, brake condition and a long enough road test to expose heat-related faults. Deferred maintenance on a car of this class is almost always more expensive than buying a better-sorted example.

Body, paint and accident history

Use a paint-depth gauge, lift access and a specialist familiar with the model's factory panel gaps and finish standards. Collector value is dramatically affected by structural repairs, refinished panels, poor paintwork and missing factory trim or option content. Documented cosmetic refresh is acceptable; concealed accident or fire damage must be priced severely.

Specification strategy

Original paint, full Ferrari service history, the 'Tailor-Made' or HELE specification. Specification, colour, options and limited-build variants move values significantly. Buy the best-documented example in the most desirable specification you can justify, rather than a tired example of a rarer derivative that will need years of corrective work.

Ownership

Living with it

Typical mileage
1,000–4,000 miles typical for collector use
Service interval
12 months; mileage interval varies by model and use
Annual running cost
$3,500 – $10,000
Fuel economy
15–28 mpg depending on use
Insurance
Use an agreed-value collector or specialist supercar policy with limited mileage, secure storage, documented photography and an annual value review. Premiums vary sharply by age, storage location, declared value and driver profile.

Maintenance planning

Budget annually even if the car is used sparingly. Fluids age, tyres and date-coded rubber components must be replaced regardless of mileage, and stored cars need exercise. A documented maintenance rhythm protects both reliability and resale value.

Parts and specialist access

Ferrari main-dealer service is essential during warranty; specialist independents emerging. Before purchase, confirm parts availability for model-specific bodywork, electronics, gearbox and engine components. A discounted car waiting on unobtainable parts or a factory service slot is rarely a saving in collector ownership.
Common Problems

Known issues by system

Drivetrain

4RM PTU wear

Moderate$5,000 – $15,000
Symptoms — Front-axle noise or warning lights.
Inspection — Verify Ferrari service records.
Suspension

Magnetic damper failure

Moderate$2,500 – $6,000 per damper
Symptoms — Damper warning, ride quality degradation.
Inspection — Verify damper condition.
Engine

Timing variator service interval

Moderate$5,000 – $12,000
Symptoms — Cold-start rattle; cam-cover service required.
Inspection — Ferrari diagnostic scan.
Auctions

Recent results

DateAuctionCarMileageResult
2026-01-28
RM Sotheby's
Paris, Lot 122
2013 Ferrari FF
€398,750
Sold
2025-03-16
Aguttes
La Vente de Printemps, Lot 15
2012 Ferrari FF
€121,456
Sold
2024-01-25
RM Sotheby's
Arizona, Lot 157
2014 Ferrari FF
US$324,000
Sold
Investment

Long-term outlook

Strong HoldHorizon: 5–10 years

First AWD Ferrari, V12 grand tourer, practical packaging — depreciation curve flattening.

Our view, not advice. This section is Car Collector International's editorial judgement on where this model sits in the collector market, based on the production, specification and market data set out in this guide. It is not a recommendation to buy or sell and it is not investment advice. Values can fall as well as rise.

Recommended

The trusted network

Specialists

  • Ferrari factory-approved specialist
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    UK / Europe
    Ferrari FF inspections, major service planning and originality reviews.
  • Model-focused independent
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    United States
    Pre-purchase inspections, scheduled service and market-correct preparation for the FF.
  • Concours preparation studio
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    International
    Paint correction, PPF, detailing, preservation and sale preparation for premium collector cars.
  • Hagerty
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    USA / UK / EU
    Agreed-value collector and supercar insurance with global recognition.
  • Lockton Performance
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    UK / EU
    Specialist agreed-value cover for modern hypercars and limited-production supercars.

Storage

  • Windrush Car Storage
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    London & Cotswolds, UK
    Climate-controlled storage and collection management for high-value collector and supercars.
  • AutoVault
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    Essex, UK
    Dehumidified storage at 55% RH in purpose-built sealed buildings, with maintenance programmes and individual motor-trade insurance cover.
  • Classic Car Club Manhattan
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    New York, NY
    Secure urban storage for collector and modern performance cars.

Transport

  • CARS UK
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    UK & Europe
    Enclosed event, concours and collection transport across Europe.
  • Reliable Carriers
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    USA (national)
    Enclosed coast-to-coast transport for premium supercars and classics.
  • FERRLOG
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    Italy / Europe
    Air-ride enclosed transport for Italian and European collector cars.
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