1999 Ferrari 550 Maranello | Deep Dive into the LEGENDARY V12 GT by Kennan

Check this 550 Maranello out on CARS & BIDS!
Kennan Rolsen, Managing Editor of Cars & Bids, deep dive reviews the legend that is the 1999 Ferrari 550 Maranello.
Now THIS is a truly special car! The Ferrari 550 Maranello has become a sought-after classic, and this example boasts unusually low mileage, a gorgeous (and rare!) color combination, AND a clean, accident-free Carfax report for peace of mind. It's also largely unmodified, and the factory wheels are included in the sale if the next owner wants to make it completely stock again - and it has been owned in warm-weather states since new. This 550 Maranello also touts a documented service history, which is a MAJOR benefit if you're in the market for a Ferrari from this era - and the combination of a naturally-aspirated V12 and a gated 6-speed manual should make for a very exciting driving experience. I'm thrilled to offer this 550 on Cars & Bids.
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
00:44 CARS & BIDS!!!
01:27 Ferrari in the 1980s
02:32 The End of One Road, the Beginning of Another
03:15 Breaking World Records
05:09 The 550's Design: A Return to Form
06:11 The Chassis & Performance
07:52 Suspension & Brakes
09:41 The Star of the Show: The Beautiful V12 Engine
11:04 The Gated 6-Speed
11:48 The Crazy Awesome Transaxle Design
13:06 The Rest of the Interior
13:42 Driving the 550
20:22 Outro

[@carsandbids]

Check out the 550 Maranello auction HERE! crsnbds.com/550-maranello

[@danielgrudzinski9806]

Keenan has to wear black shirts only. Any other color does not look as good

[@embiggens1]

When I was in college I worked at a kart track. We had a regular customer who drove one of these. One day he bet me that if I could beat his lap time, he'd let me drive it. I did, and he actually let me beat the piss out of it. To this day, it remains one of my favorite driving experiences and the only Ferrari I've ever driven.

[@thefastfamily54]

I love how Kennan explains what the sport button does to the suspension. Meanwhile, Doug just says “Why does a Ferrari V12 need a sport button?” Kennan should buy this car to replace the 355. No engine out service is a plus.

[@Yonder-Bognie]

Kennans reviews are the reviews we didn’t know we needed! When he first started it was a little rough, but he has improved immensely in such a short amount of time. Impressive !

[@ozarkliving7263]

Agree 100%

[@D-SmittyYT]

I feel the same way. Some awkwardness in his first reviews, but he’s much more confident now. Very nice job, indeed.

[@tylerdauber1175]

Listening to Kennan's overflowing enthusiasm for ferrari is a lot of fun. I can feel good passion through the phone. Keep up the good work!

[@joeyashton7115]

The stat about averaging 190 over 100 miles is mind blowing. Kennans Ferrari reviews are always my favorite, thanks for the vid!

[@MarcSob22]

Love the 550, the most gorgeous "modern" gt ever made!! With a direct exhaust is perfect! These wheels are not aftermarket, they are the 575 HGTE wheels!

[@power2me1]

HGTC, I believe. HGTE was the 599 handling option.

[@power2me1]

Actually, those are aftermarket. They look very, very close to the HGTC, but those rear wheels are too deep to be factory/OEM.

[@bk_nreynolds3278]

The DBS from 06-09 is right along with it for me

[@marleyobrien12]

Kennan + Ferrari = a great video

[@beansnwheels]

Proud owner of a higher mile example from the time they were less recognized, and can confirm they are sweet mechanical cars. One thing about this platform (the 456 does the same) is that it really rewards you driving it soft or hard. The engine is a pure masterpiece and the chassis is very good. Yes it’s Italian so it needs love and care all the time, but parts (thanks to the active community on the Ferrari chat forum a lot of interchangeable parts) are not that expensive and the car is easy to work on. It never broke down, also because I love looking after her. Ps the steering weight can be changed! There’s different modules on the market that change the assistance curve and it’s a five minute job to change to or from original. And last but not least Kennan: there’s a book I can recommend highly: Nathan Beehl - the Ferrari 550 and 575 Road and Race legends.

[@edman79]

Can I get a ride? Definitely one of my all time favorite Ferraris.

[@ozarkliving7263]

Thank you for the great comment

[@AbandonedRaven]

Probably one of the last front engine modern Ferrari’s I’ve liked. Such a clean car.

[@Carsfromthepast]

I'm positively in love with the 550 Maranello.

[@ImARealHumanPerson]

These cars are so good. Underappreciated for sure.

[@sunilsolanki]

Kennan, You're the best! Love your knowledge and enthusiasm!

[@brandoncludwig]

Love that you went back and clarified *examples as opposed to models. Great attention to detail with the occasional flub. Another great video! Thank you.

[@andrewbuckley2892]

Owned one for 18 years .... nothing better !

[@MikeS42069]

One of my favorite Ferraris of all time. It's elegant but gives off big ol muscle car vibes

[@dirtydanoverland9083]

Blue over tan 550 is my absolute dream car

[@pjcane5078]

This was my dream car as a kid (and still is frankly). I’m really enjoying seeing these in-depth videos of the cars I had on my wall when I was young. The knowledge and enthusiasm come through in a unique way, love to see it 👍

[@Pawcio2115]

This car looks gorgeous

[@cobra1010]

A great presentation of a wonderful car! The Ferraris 550 and 575 are amazing GT cars. An unbelievable pleasure to drive these cars! And congratulations - you are one of the few english speaking persons who is able to pronounce his name right "Luca di Montezemolo" 🙂

[@tinorosmg9374]

This Kenan guy is gold. Really one of the best reviewers out there

[@ky1le750]

All time favorite Ferrari. And the engine is in the front. Also his Black Bay GMT is dope too.

[@hotshoe32]

Kennan knows his stuff. The information pours forth from him effortlessly, doesn’t miss a beat. I can see the passion and I’m here for it.

[@Taco-bomb-GTA]

My favorite modern Ferrari

[@cbotten106]

Awesome car and knowledgable presenter. Nice combo! On the long hood: Back in the day I went up to Ferrari Los Gatos and saw the new BB512 and couldn't believe how ginormous the rear deck lid was. Ferraris seem bigger in person and V12s are just physically large engines.

[@dlb44]

I'm here to say how much I like this gent. He's a natural.

[@bimbettocavallo]

“Positively” is Kennan’s new favorite adverb. I’m positive.

[@ClarkeMunford]

Great video, Kennan! I've always lusted after these since I was a child, and this example is absolutely pristine!

[@kevmagill5163]

Kenan tells me all the details I absolutely NEED to know about cars I can only dream of owning. And somehow, he's also truly entertaining.

[@ozarkliving7263]

Ditto

[@kz1000ps]

I JUST SAW ONE out on the highways of suburban Boston being driven amidst heavy afternoon traffic in this exact color scheme.... dark blue with tan interior and I was soooooo tempted to start following the dude home. It's probably been 10 years since I've seen one on the roads and it'll probably be another 10 til I see one again... a total unicorn car and one of my all time favorites.

[@ramzigodfather1709]

Gr8 reviews Kennan as usual.

[@Sunny2456-]

Very good overview but I gotta be honest, there goes my dreams of ever buying one. This car has been popping up everywhere these days. First the 930 turbo and now the 550. It's going to be the next youtuber car.

[@tommink2577]

I bought a 550 11 years ago and at the time I thought it was the stupidest financial decision I'd ever made in my life. Lucky me...I couldn't afford it today. That's a shame since they are glorious cars to drive.

[@arnasambrasas8176]

Amazing video Kenan! 550 has that amazing sleek and elegant look.

[@daxmotis27]

This and the F50 are the dream ferraris for me among pretty much any ferrari..

[@Scuderia_Ferrante]

Love the clean lines!

[@joefromm9442]

Great review Kennan

[@jeremyfiester6243]

My favorite modern classic Ferrari since it debuted.

[@atWay.]

Perfect timing as I just rediscovered my love of the 575 Superamerica and I would add a yellow 550 Maranello with it !

[@volvo09]

I like your Ferrari reviews

[@longbeachcarguy]

Great review and great car again , Kennan! Love your style. FYI do you know why Pozzi (as in blue Pozzi)? Charles Pozzi was the French importer for Ferrari for decades. I used to hang out at his Paris store when I was a kid…dream in front of 512BB, 400 and Testarossa 😛

[@pezzonovante888]

My favorite modern Ferrari! Love it. Also, Kennan is a good presenter.

[@johannjohann6523]

Certainly, one of the best looking Ferrari's ever built in my book. A car that doesn't just scream "Exclusivity and Wealthy only dammit". A Ferrari that actually looks like other regular cars, just sexier and much "cooler" reminding one of the beauty that is also found in cars like Austin Martin and the Toyota Supra. Yes, Form follows Function. But at $100,000 or $200,000 I think a car should include both.

[@burhanalg]

Incredibly elegant car and brilliant for long distance touring

[@dmoney668]

Well done good video and I love this car

[@tnhn1903]

what a beautiful vehicle, spec is super nice! you guys should do a review on the 512tr next!

[@volvo09]

It is beautiful... I love that front end design. Looks good with those aftermarket wheels too.

[@tnhn1903]

​@@volvo09yea I like the aftermarket wheels more than the standard ones as well!

[@chaimshamza5850]

Always loved these cars.

[@hEXordo]

this was my dream car as a child, i remember them going for 40-50k, not anymoreeeeeeeeeeee

[@jrbuch]

These days, a 550 in a darker colour is a car for a connoisseur, not a self-indulgent wiener. More under the radar too than you'd expect, one of those cars that's like, if you know, you know.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Always happy to see the 550 getting a love-in, and this one is better than most. A few notes - those magnesium wheels were subject to a recall and were replaced. There are still some in circulation but they should not go on a car, as they are dangerous. The leather also I believe is NOT Connolly, which was Ferrari's supplier of the time (and did the F355 etc). They went out of business, so there's a chance a 550 MIGHT have Connolly leather in, but it might also be from Poltrona Frau, with whom Ferrari still work.

[@reidgillingham6921]

Hey Kennan. Great video. What an awesome looking car collection you are shooting in front of. Can you show a pic of that 928? Is it lime green? Looks wild!

[@ronevans4438]

Thanks for the great review. this is my personal car and it is live on Cars and Bids currently

[@meatpuppet1312]

Yeah, I've seen that thunderbird too, Kennan 😂

[@pinkace]

3:48 It's not that 'wild' that the average speed was so high because they averaged speed over DISTANCE, which means that as the car drove very short distances when slowing down and pitting, and a LOT of distance at full speed, most of the total driving distance was covered at speed.

[@stickshifter8]

Good review Kennan. Job well done. You look and sound much better on camera than you did in the past. The Tudor GMT helps 😅! Cheers!

[@emilelerate6454]

The best Ferrari of all time in my book.

[@STERNWAERTS]

this car looks great from ANY angle, it's amazing. these wheels make it look even better. beautiful colour, too. i don't like this car in red. this elegant gt needs a less in-your-face paintjob, like this one.

[@LOLA6ifyable]

Was never my favorit but always had a place in my heart for sure. Just saw the showcase on NFS high stakes for true Nostalgia :)

[@lawrencefearon6830]

Of course I had to catch the original 550 Maranello review after the 575M review.

[@mixanderfigueroa3999]

My absolute favorite Ferrari GT (tied with the 599 GTB)

[@KC-hs7ku]

So disappointing to see how this auction ended. I’m glad the seller is no longer allowed on the site but the damage has been done. Especially for such a special car.

[@Birmingham_racing]

I love the 550 but would only buy one in red

[@RyeitOut]

This was one of my favorite 2 Ferrari’s next to the F50. Will Smith was driving a silver one in Bad Boys 😎

[@jordanhavel931]

I've wanted one of these ever since Bad Boys II 😂

[@dougshaw2944]

@18:47 - Dr. Evil laugh

[@dole9783]

so this car sits at almost 1800kg, but people say cars NOWADAYS are heavy? lol 812 is 200kgs lighter and has almost double the horsepower

[@BorisBidjanSaberi11]

Kenan is great

[@SpartanHighKing14]

Kennan reminds me of how humble and quirky Doug used to be before Cars n Bids became a multi-million dollar company (so pre-2021 Doug)

[@ThePhaedrus505]

I came here to say this! There is a sincerity in the way he searches for the right words to say what he's thinking that is missing from Doug's more recent vids.

[@SpartanHighKing14]

@@ThePhaedrus505 Yeah, I've been a loyal Doug subscriber since 2015, but he's become insufferable at times. The worst thing Doug did for his channel was when he started making videos with some of his friends. He comes across as so arrogant when he speaks to Kenneth or Tyler Hoover (Hoovie). Like Doug always cuts them off when they speak, and Doug's opinions are ALWAYS correct. He's just annoying. There was always a mystery to the way he filmed his normal videos......he kept most of his true personality out of them. Unfortunately, his true colours shows when he interacts with others. He was clearly the kid in the playground who needed to be the center of attention

[@flmang]

*Kennan But yeah you’re so absolutely correct on this.

[@ThePhaedrus505]

@@SpartanHighKing14 I've also noticed the arrogance, but it doesn't bother me. In fact, the sincere character trait is refreshing for the same reason that Kennan's sincerity is refreshing. There's also that whole "familiarity breeds contempt" truism, and maybe it's just nice seeing someone else's enthusiasm for cars!

[@SpartanHighKing14]

@@flmang Apologies. Not sure why i keep saying Kenneth!

[@thefastfamily54]

Who drove it better: Will Smith in Bad Boys II or Nicolas Cage in The Family Man?

[@rabulc]

Brutal🎉

[@willmoore5862]

Am I the only one wanting a video on the pea green 928 on the lift in the background?

[@jeffkearney2488]

Not sure how much Doug has to do with this or not but it's obviously scripted very much similar to how he speaks. Which is okay I mean it works right he's the one who put this whole gig together right . But just two cents from the peanut gallery, I'd like to see some of these up-and-coming writers script everything on their own without any of Doug's quirk and influences so to speak. LOL either way great content and you guys still have a bang-up team regardless thumbs up 👍

[@ozarkliving7263]

This appears Doug had zero influence in the script. Doug doesn’t have the mental capacity to pull off a Kennan caliber review

[@DUNEATV]

Kennan is really good! Bye bye Doug!

[@Leonformatik]

Unrelated: Incredible there was never an BMW E24 635 CSi being reviewed on Doug Demuro.

[@slothXII]

This is how I talk about my BRZ

[@notDonaldFagen]

Are those really aftermarket wheels? Looks like the dude sourced some OEM Barchettas. 🤷‍♂️

[@TSAlpha2933]

looks like a C5 Corvette took off its cowboy hat.

[@bk_nreynolds3278]

550 slots in my top ten all time. What a car

[@notDonaldFagen]

Tech bro posers always existed, as evidenced by flappy paddle sales of the 575.

[@kidtoucher302]

Ay that's kool

[@NovaResource]

Beautiful Ferrari … hideous aftermarket wheels.

[@ryanfowlow8034]

Ever since i was a kid I've dreamed of owning one of these. Ill keep dreaming..

[@slowery43]

annnnnd no one cares, this isn't all about you

[@bradfoster8146]

There's a silver 550 Maranello that comes to my local cars and coffee. I always just oogle at it lol

[@slowery43]

we really don't care, this isn't about you and you oogling

[@ihvthn-yfxefv]

Is that a supra

[@brendanhummel3094]

This is the correct spec.

[@MrDance4meh]

Not sure why Doug reviews this old fart but never a Ferrari 458, one of the most incredible cars of all time. Even today people pay thousands just to drive it for 1 day.

[@nkeet89]

This or a Gen 2 Viper?

[@mst3kanita]

I miss Alanis.

[@boybad01]

Where is she?

[@fredburley9512]

Still stuck in a trunk?

[@mst3kanita]

@@boybad01apparently she was let go.

[@TSAlpha2933]

she has her own channel

[@ozarkliving7263]

You are one of the only ones. She was clearly ineffective in her role.

[@1954telecaster]

Shhhh don’t tell them how good these are, or else it will drive up the values

[@shoedil812]

Are YOU a Ferrari?

[@Kerleem]

I thought cars and bids was done with making videos?

[@CHubbs376]

Shhh….don’t tell people these are so great. Try and keep the prices down so I can scoop one up someday.

[@user-gf9kz8mj8o]

Kennan is the type of guy that was picked last for dodgeball. 😂

[@flyinghedgehog3833]

Shill bids by owner....ERM ok

[@Zarifzar4]

Where’s Alanis😢

[@ozarkliving7263]

Let go because, clearly, anyone with common sense could see she wasn’t effective in this role. From her lack of knowledge to her immaturity, to her presence on camera, unprofessional, and under skilled.

[@Laradox...]

Pin me I love doug❤

[@col_klynkgaming8288]

I love how he says “Maranello” like a complete jack ass. It really made me stick it out for the entire video

[@davey6680]

Love Cars and Bids video reviews but this one got me annoyed. Kennan using the fake "Italian" accents, It didnt add to the video it actually detracted from it, So cringy. The Videos would be just as good if not better if you didnt use the fake Italian accents. Keep up the good work

[@jakethesnake4971]

Kennan, you should start eating clean and incorporate cardio and strength training into your routine. You're young brother and the gut won't go away on its own. No one wants to hear this but it's true. You will feel a lot better physically and mentally

[@kaneda4102]

Shouldn’t have to look at the shifter each time you change gear. Incredibly novice.