Brand Guide

How to sell a Ferrari

The full playbook for selling a Ferrari for top dollar without dealer trade-in haircuts, auction wait times, or transaction friction.

Why sellers come to us for Ferrari

Maranello-built mid-engine and front-engine GT cars. Hand-finished, low production, the singular benchmark for exotic value. Owners come to us when they want certainty and speed without giving up the meaningful price spread that dealer trade-ins demand. Our offers on Ferrari cars typically come in 8 to 18 percent below current retail, which is 15 to 30 percent above what Ferrari franchise dealers offer on trade-in.

What we look for in a Ferrari

Every Ferrari we underwrite goes through the same checks:

VIN verification. The 17-character VIN is required at submission. We check NHTSA records, title history through NMVTIS, accident and damage history, and manufacturer service records where Ferrari provides VIN-tied data (Ferrari Classiche, Porsche Heritage, Mercedes-Benz Classic Center, Aston Martin Heritage, etc.).
Title status. Clean title in the seller's name (or seller listed as a registered owner). Active liens are fine and handled at closing.
Service records. Complete Ferrari dealership history strongly preferred. Independent specialist records also accepted.
Configuration documentation. Original window sticker, build sheet, factory configurator output. Bespoke commissions (Tailor Made, Atelier, Special Projects) add value when documented.
Mileage and condition. Documented mileage with service records. Condition photographs at the exterior, interior, engine, and undercarriage.

Current Ferrari models we acquire

We are actively buying these Ferrari models. Click any model to see specific market notes, current value bands, and a direct path to an offer.

The Ferrari pricing approach

We price Ferrari cars against three reference points: the current Hagerty Price Guide value for your year and condition tier, recent comparable sales from Bring a Trailer and the major auction houses (RM Sotheby's, Gooding Christie's, Mecum), and our own wholesale and retail channel observations.

From the reconciled retail number, we adjust for mileage band, condition rating, modifications, accident history, color and option desirability, and provenance. The result is a firm dollar amount with documented basis. We will share the comparables we used if you want to see them.

Title and documentation specific to Ferrari

Ferrari cars are titled the same as any other vehicle from a DMV perspective, but the secondary market expects specific documentation:

Original sales invoice or Monroney window sticker (modern cars)
Complete dealership service history (essential for warranty and resale)
Any manufacturer authenticity or heritage program certification
Original keys (typically two), key fobs, and tool kits
Owner's manual, navigation cards, and any factory leather portfolio

Missing documentation does not disqualify a Ferrari from acquisition, but it does reduce the resale ceiling, which reduces the offer we can extend. Bring what you have.

Common questions Ferrari owners ask

How does your service compare to a Ferrari dealer trade-in?

Dealers price Ferrari trade-ins to leave wholesale and reconditioning margin for themselves. Our buyer network is mostly retail-bound: collectors buying for personal use and dealers buying for retail listing. The price the buyer pays you reflects retail context, not wholesale.

Do you tell me what to ask for my Ferrari?

We are paid the same commission regardless of price, so we are not a price advocate for either side. We share the data we have and let you and the buyer work out the number directly.

What is the match window for a Ferrari in your city, your state?

We surface Ferrari listings to buyers within 24 hours of acceptance. Interested buyers signal back with target price ranges. We then present those buyers to you with their profile, target price, and timeline. The next step (introduction or pass) is your call.

What payment methods do buyers in your network use?

Buyer wires the funds to you. If you have a lien, the buyer can wire the lender's payoff and the balance to you on the same day. Method, timing, and escrow are between seller and buyer. We are paid via separate Square invoice after closing.

Who pays the brokerage fee on a Ferrari sale?

Commission is invoiced separately to seller and buyer at closing. We document everything in writing before any introduction: the amount, who pays what portion, and the time window the commission applies. There are no hidden fees, listing charges, or contingencies beyond what the signed disclosure documents.

Do you handle the DMV paperwork?

The seller and the buyer handle title transfer directly with each other per the seller's state DMV rules. We do not provide title services. If either party wants to outsource, we can recommend independent title-services partners.

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Submit your Ferrari and we will respond with a firm written offer within 24 hours.

List Your Car

Two minutes to reach our buyer network

No public listing. We confirm fit within an hour, then start matching qualified buyers from our private network.

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VIN required The 17-character VIN is required so buyers in our network can verify the car's specs, title history, and recall status before signaling interest. Without a valid VIN we cannot match you with qualified buyers. The VIN is printed on the driver-side dashboard at the base of the windshield, on the door jamb sticker, and on your title and registration documents.