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| Manufacturer | Ferrari |
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| Production | 1996–2001 |
| Predecessor | Ferrari F512 M |
| Successor | Ferrari 575M Maranello |
| Class | Grand tourer |
| Body style | Berlinetta Convertible (Barchetta) |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Engine | 5.5 L V12 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 2,499 mm (98.4 in) |
| Length | 4,549 mm (179.1 in) |
| Width | 1,935 mm (76.2 in) |
| Height | 1,278 mm (50.3 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,690 kg (3,726 lb) |
The Ferrari 550 Maranello and 550 Barchetta are 2-seat grand tourers built by Ferrari. Introduced in 1996, the 550 was an upmarket front-engined V12 coupe of the kind not seen since the Daytona. It shared its platform and 5.5 L (5474 cc) engine with the 2+2 456 (Engine Code: F133) but was positioned as the company's highest-end model. The car used a transaxle layout, with the 6-speed manual gearbox located at the back, in-line with the driven wheels. The model number refers to total engine displacement (5.5 litres) and the model name of Maranello refers to the town where the Ferrari headquarters are located.
The demise that same year of the F512 M left the company with only the exotic F50 and V8 F355 as mid-engined models. Although the 550 was a softer GT model, it did take the place of the F512 M as the company's upmarket coupe, discounting the F50.
The 550 featured a luxurious and roomy interior. The (rear) trunk was tall and wide, though not very deep, and could accept a full set of golf clubs or standard overnight bags.
The 550 line was replaced by the Modificata 575 M Maranello in 2002.
