The Ferrari 360 Spider ranks among some of the most iconic convertibles of all time. Unveiled amidst plenty of fanfare at the 2000 Geneva Motor Show, it was Ferrari's 20th road-going convertible. As per the makers, it is 'the best Spider ever'.

The 360 Spider was built at Maranello, the home of Ferrari and the Formula One racing team, Scuderia Ferrari. The Spider is renowned for its superior technical content, styling, and performance. Two decades later, the Ferrari 360 Spider still remains one of the most sort-after Ferrari models. What makes this Ferrari monster a legendary convertible? What are some of its outstanding features?

How much is the Ferrari 360 worth today? And is it worth the price? Let's have a look.

Technical Details and Performance

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Unveiled at the 2000 Geneva Motor Show, the Ferrari 360 Spider was designed as a part of the exclusive 360 series alongside the 360 Modena and the Challenge Stradale. A total of 7,565 Spiders were produced worldwide.

The 360 Spider was built with a convertible variant in mind. The makers were aware that removing the roof of a coupe might reduce its rigidity, hence, they strengthened the sills, stiffened the front of the floor pan, and redesigned the windscreen frame to ensure all-round stability. This beast's stability is further aided by additional side reinforcements and a cross brace in front of the engine. Speaking of the engine, the 360 Spider is powered by a rear, longitudinal, 90 degrees, V8 engine, and a compression ratio of 11 to 1. It delivers a maximum power of 294 kW at 8500 rpm and a maximum torque of 373 Nm at 4750 rpm. Additionally, the Spider is powered by a Bosch Motronic ME7.3 electronic injection fuel feed and a single plate clutch. Its space frame is made of aluminum. This Ferrari model's rear and front suspensions are powered by independent, unequal-length wishbones and coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers. The 360 Spider boasts a top speed of 290 km/h and can go from 1 to 100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds. The 95-liter fuel tank makes the Ferrari 360 Spider a dependable friend for long drives.

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Stunning Bodywork

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This two-seater spider has been built with passion and precision. With a dry weight of 1350 kg, a height of 1235mm, and a length of 4477mm, this Ferrari beast feels like it was made exclusively for you when you hit the streets. The 360 Spider displays a curvilinear waistline - one of the reasons why it catches the onlookers' attention every time it passes by.

The 360 Spider also brings back memories of classic Ferrari sports cars. The technicians had a task at hand because of the engine's mid-position. Despite that, they did a fantastic job and designed a hood that folded away automatically inside the engine bay. Not surprising considering the caliber of supercars Ferrari is renowned for. The chassis bodywork on display deserves plaudits. The 360 Spider's structural prowess and dynamic response have proved to be the ultimate benchmark for top cars over the years. The fact that the 360 Spider could manage its counterpart Berlinetta's (Modena) top speed despite being 60kg heavier is a testimony to the great work done by the makers. The brains at Ferrari designed the Spider with the goal of retaining the Modena's aerodynamic efficiency and managed to achieve that goal very convincingly.

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The Perfect Convertible

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Over the years, Ferrari has treated automobile lovers with some classic cars. It is no surprise that the world's most expensive classic car is also a Ferrari model. They produce some of the coolest cars that live on for generations. The Ferrari 360 Spider is no different.

It was a roaring success upon its launch and two decades later, still remains the benchmark for convertibles. Its classy appeal and popularity are aided by the fact that the 360 Spider bears an uncanny resemblance with classic Ferrari sports cars from the yesteryears.

Thanks to the large volume of production upon its launch, the 360 Spider is still widely available for purchase around the globe. The cost varies depending on the seller a number of factors including the external and internal conditions of the model. On average, the price varies from $70,00 to $130,000 - which we think is well worth it if you consider the top-class features, the second-to-none looks, and the amazing chassis bodywork that the 360 Spider boasts. Touted as the "perfect convertible" by plenty within the automobile sphere upon its launch, its popularity still remains unmatched. Back in the day, it outperformed most of its peers and is very much capable of holding its own compared to most coupes from recent years. If you're looking to get your hands on a classic convertible, we believe that the Ferrari 360 Spider is still the answer.

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