The Ferrari 410 Superamerica is not just a car; it’s a statement.
The Superamerica was introduced at the 1955 Paris Motor Show, which was the beginning of Ferrari’s ultra-luxurious grand touring cars.
It had a minimal production of only 35 motor cars created between 1955 and 1959.
The 410 had a 5.0-litre Lampredi V12 engine, initially churning out 340 hp, later 400 hp.
Built on a tubular steel chassis with Pininfarina, Ghia, and Scaglietti custom designs.
There were three variants: the Series I (1955-1956), with a Long wheelbase; the Series II (1956-1957), with a Shorter wheelbase and design changes; and the Series III (1958-1959).
It has a top speed of around 150 mph and is hand-built with bespoke interiors and advanced instrumentation.
The 410 was among the most expensive cars of its time, pricier than contemporary Rolls-Royce or Bentley models.
Despite being a grand tourer, it had a respectable presence in racing events.
It influenced the design of future Ferrari GT models.
Series 2 Production: Only six Series II cars were built, with four standard Coupes and two custom bodies.
All 410s are highly sought-after, often fetching millions at auctions.
The Superamerica attracted an elite clientele.
Royals, industrialists, heirs, including the Shah of Iran and Prince Bernhard of the Netherlands, and American business magnate William Randolph Hearst bought it.
‘The Ferrari 410 Superamerica is the automotive equivalent of wearing a tuxedo to a barbecue – impossibly glamorous and utterly unnecessary’
