Some cars are icons in their own right, and then there are cars with a history that catapults them into the automotive stratosphere. The Michael Schumacher 1996 Ferrari F355 GTS currently up for grabs through RM Sotheby’s falls decisively into the latter category. Owned by the seven-time Formula One World Champion during his first year driving for Scuderia Ferrari, this is far more than just a ’90s supercar—it’s a piece of motorsports history with serious curb appeal.



Launched in 1994, the F355 series stands as one of Ferrari’s most acclaimed modern classics. Its sleek, aerodynamic form, penned by Pininfarina, introduced the world to a design language that would solidify Maranello’s reputation for marrying racing pedigree with sumptuous styling. At the heart of the F355 GTS lies a mid-mounted 3.5-litre V8 capable of pumping out in excess of 370 horsepower, all while emitting the kind of howl that could only come from an era before excessive turbochargers and electronic wizardry. For pure petrolheads, there’s no more magical sound than a naturally aspirated V8 hitting its crescendo at nearly 8,500 rpm.



Yet it’s the GTS’s ability to blend hardcore performance with everyday drivability that truly sets it apart. Offering a removable targa top, it provided open-air thrills for enthusiasts not quite ready to commit to the full Spider. Equally at home cruising around town as it was devouring apexes on winding back roads, the F355 GTS epitomized the golden age of Italian motoring. Add in the exclusive detail of it having been driven by Schumacher, and it’s hard not to imagine how those Sunday road trips might take on a distinctly more spirited character when you’re behind the wheel of the same Ferrari once enjoyed by an F1 legend.



While the F355’s design captured hearts and turned heads, the engineering under its skin made an equally compelling statement. From its advanced (for the time) five-valve-per-cylinder engine technology to its svelte weight distribution, it was the living embodiment of Ferrari’s cutting-edge approach to performance. Strapped into those leather-clad bucket seats, the driver experiences a tactile connection to the road that’s increasingly rare in today’s digital age of driver aids.



Seeing this piece of racing royalty appear at RM Sotheby’s is an opportunity to snag a supercar that transcends mere collectability. This F355 GTS invites the lucky new owner to partake in history every time that V8 roars to life. Whether you’re a die-hard Tifosi, a child of the ’90s longing to fulfill that poster-on-the-bedroom-wall dream, or simply an aficionado of timeless automotive style, Schumacher’s former Ferrari is about as good as it gets. For those ready to indulge in a truly unique driving experience—and own a piece of Michael Schumacher’s legacy—this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bring an iconic Prancing Horse into your stable.
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