European specification, Belgian car with Dutch registration
Desirable Nero Daytona with tan leather interior
€33,090 options including Daytona seats, carbon fibre wheel and 20" alloys
Very well maintained with regular attention by Ferrari main dealers and specialists
Recent €17,643 major service and overhaul by Munsterhuis Sportscars Ferrari
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The Appeal
In a drive to appeal to new customers, the California revived an old name and a classic Ferrari idea - the beautiful front-engined convertible. While the packaging and name echoed the original 250 GT California Spyder, it knocked off a series of Ferrari firsts: first front mid-engined V8, first folding hard top and first 7spd dual clutch automatic.
That engine, the 4.3L 460bhp F136 V8, is a peach, and the 7spd Getrag 7DCL750 lightning quick. Not, we suspect, judging from the condition, that this very tody early California has been driven in such a fashion. Its Nero Daytona paintwork and supple tan leather cabin are in extremely good condition. The car was factory-supplied with over €33,000 options, including desirable upgrades like the Daytona seats, 20in alloys and carbon fibre wheels with LED features.
The history file shows that it has been properly looked after over the years, primarily by main dealers. In 2023, over €17,643, the car received a major service and overhaul by Munsterhuis Sportscars Ferrari. It has covered few miles since that work was completed.
The California is the all-weather coupe/convertible with the character to out-smart any rival. This 2009 car has the specification and condition to appeal to discerning buyers. image.png4.81 MB
History and Paperwork
First registered on 29 May 2009 in Belgium
Delivered new by Monza Autobedrijf NV
Now on Dutch registration documents
EU-specification car
Maintenance history available from new
Service book stamps from official Ferrari dealerships and marque specialists
Summary of service history provided below
APK (Dutch MOT) expired — last passed 05 August 2024 without defects
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Two keys supplied
103,387 km recorded at time of listing
Seller can assist with worldwide transport and shipping
Service history:
APK (Dutch MOT):
05 August 2024 – Passed without defects
31 July 2024 – 99,369 km - Munsterhuis Sportscars Ferrari (Official Ferrari Dealer), Hengelo, Netherlands
Vehicle entered limp mode
Full Ferrari diagnostic performed
Fault memory read and cleared
Accelerator pedal sensor fault diagnosed
Wiring and connections inspected
Electrical contacts cleaned
Road test performed
Vehicle operating normally after repair
Invoice available: €475.70
04 August 2023 – 99,061 km - Munsterhuis Sportscars Ferrari (Official Ferrari Dealer), Hengelo, Netherlands
Major Ferrari dealer service and repair invoice: €17,643.24
Engine:
Misfire diagnosis
Fuel pressure regulator replaced
Fuel line replaced
Intake manifold gasket replaced
8 spark plugs replaced
Retractable hardtop system:
Roof operation diagnosis
Roof calibration and programming
Hydraulic roof catch and guide replaced
Main roof latching system replaced
Right-hand roof piston kit replaced
Lighting:
Headlights removed and exchanged
System recalibrated
Annual maintenance:
• Ferrari annual service
• Engine oil service
• Oil filter replaced
• Gasket replaced
• Injector cleaner applied
• Fluids renewed
27 September 2021 – 96,193 km - Mugello Engineering B.V., Netherlands
Annual service completed
Service book stamped
21 April 2021 – APK inspection
22 March 2019 – APK inspection
22 March 2019 – 88,852 km
Ownership record / registration history
08 August 2018 – 87,520 km
10 October 2017 – 79,068 km - Kroymans Automotive B.V. (Official Ferrari Dealer)
Scheduled mileage service completed
Service book stamped
10 October 2017 – APK inspection
17 July 2015 – 68,426 km - Prins Exclusivo, Netherlands
Annual service completed
Service book stamped
05 December 2013 – 45,566 km - Prins Exclusivo, Netherlands
Annual service completed
Service book stamped
12 March 2013 – 13,513 km - Prins Exclusivo, Netherlands
Annual service completed
Service book stamped
15 August 2011 – 25,698 km - Modena Motors Sud (Official Ferrari / Maserati Dealer), Belgium
Annual service completed
Service book stamped
03 September 2009 – 10,463 km - Monza Autobedrijf NV (Supplying Ferrari Dealer), Belgium
Finished in optional Nero Daytona Metallic paintwork
High specification tan leather interior with Daytona seats (€2,600)
Full electric seats with memory function and Cavallino-embossed headrests
Retractable aluminium hardtop system overhauled in August 2023
Headlights replaced and recalibrated in August 2023
Exterior specification:
Retractable aluminium hardtop convertible roof
Aluminium body and chassis
LED rear lights
Bi-Xenon headlights
Heated electric mirrors
Integrated rear spoiler
Dual twin exhaust outlets (quad exhaust)
Ferrari tyre pressure monitoring system
20-inch Sport wheels factory option.
Interior features:
Full leather interior
Leather dashboard upper section
Leather door panels
Leather centre console
Leather steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
Power-adjustable steering column
Ferrari aluminium interior trim
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Cruise control
Electric windows
Remote central locking
Push-button start
TFT multi-information display
Analogue tachometer
Rear folding backrest
Front and rear luggage compartment access
Seats
Electrically adjustable front seats
Heated front seats
Memory function for seats
Leather seat upholstery
The vendor notes:
“The California already came with electric seats as standard in most European specifications. What Ferrari charged extra for was the "Full Electric Seats" package, which added additional adjustment functions and memory settings beyond the standard electric seats. This is why it appears on the Ferrari options list.”
As an antidote to the more common Rosso Corsa, this car’s Nero Daytona paintwork, a very expensive factory option, is both tasteful and works well with the tan leather interior. It was nicely detailed by its first keeper, who clearly had deep pockets to specify the array of options that added over €33,000 to the list price.
In the intervening 17 years the car has been used regularly but sparingly, yet the signs of use are light. The optional 20in alloys show light kerbing, which would be an easy fix.
4,297cc naturally aspirated flat-plane V8 producing 460 PS and 485 Nm of torque
Described by seller as a matching numbers car
7-speed dual-clutch F1 transmission (DCT) with paddle shift controls
Rear-wheel drive with transaxle-mounted gearbox
Well maintained with recent extensive work by Ferrari main dealer detailed above
Powertrain & Performance Features:
4.3-litre naturally aspirated V8
460 PS (454 hp)
485 Nm torque
Direct fuel injection
Flat-plane crankshaft
7-speed dual-clutch F1 transmission (DCT)
Paddle shift controls
Rear-wheel drive
Transaxle rear-mounted gearbox
Electronic differential (E-Diff)
F1-Trac traction control
CST stability control
Launch Control
Carbon ceramic Brembo brakes (CCM)
Sport exhaust system
Manettino driving mode selector
Multi-link rear suspension
Double wishbone front suspension
The California is technically a front mid-engined car, which imbues it with excellent weight balance and, naturally, great handling. The V8 engine is Ferrari’s hand-built 4.3L F136 V8, which puts 460bhp through the rear wheels.
As can be seen above, this car has been well maintained throughout its life, including a sizeable invoice in 2023 for work across the mechanics and other areas by a Ferrari main dealer. It has covered few miles since.
The last Belgian APK expired in August 2025. There were no advisories on the last test and, again, it has been little used in the intervening time. image.png3.29 MB
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