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Used Ferrari 458 Italia / Spider F142: the buying guide

Sports / luxury · 2009–2015 · Petrol

✓ 26 sources cited · updated on 15 October 2026

Good choice, check first
Reliability
4.0/5
Estimated monthly cost
€2,993/month
Indicative prices
€208,200 – €401,450

5 known faults

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Ferrari 458 Italia / Spider F142, front three-quarter view

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Verdict

Good choice, check first

Supercar with a naturally aspirated 4.5 L V8 producing 570 hp (605 hp for the Speciale), only with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox, as the Italia coupé or as a Spider with a retractable hard top. PistonHeads' buying guide rates reliability as very good, but two recalls should be checked with the serial number (glued wheel-arch liners, crankshaft on some 2012 cars), and the exhaust manifolds, clutch wear and interior coverings should be watched. A visit to a Ferrari specialist is essential.

Reliability
4.0/5
Indicative prices
€208,200 – €401,450
Monthly cost
€2,993
Euro NCAP
Not tested

Which version to choose

Versions to favour: Italia 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports, Spider 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports.

  • Italia 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports

    ✓ Recommended

    Petrol · Automatic · 570 hp · 13.7 L/100 km · Crit'Air 2

    Coupé, 4.5 L V8 with 570 hp at 9,000 rpm and 540 Nm, 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox (Auto Motor und Sport). Combined consumption of 13.7 L/100 km announced at launch (Moniteur Automobile).

  • Spider 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports

    ✓ Recommended

    Petrol · Automatic · 570 hp · 11.8 L/100 km · 275 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 2

    Same 570 hp V8 and same gearbox as the coupé, with an aluminium hard top that retracts in under 14 seconds (Auto123). Announced consumption of 11.8 L/100 km and 275 g/km of CO2 (Auto123).

  • Speciale 4.5 V8 605 ch double embrayage

    Petrol · Automatic · 605 hp · Crit'Air 2

    Lightweight version unveiled in Frankfurt in 2013: 605 hp V8 and 540 Nm, 0 to 100 km/h in 3 seconds (Caradisiac). No manual gearbox in the 458 range (PistonHeads).

  • Speciale A (Spider) 4.5 V8 605 ch double embrayage

    Petrol · Automatic · 605 hp · Crit'Air 2

    Spider version of the Speciale, presented in Paris in 2014, produced in 499 examples, with a dual-clutch automated gearbox (L'argus). Collector's car.

Market prices

€208,200 – €401,450

Indicative range: 2010 to 2015, yearly medians of 54 online listings collected by AutoUncle (years with at least 3 listings).

Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.

Known faults

Cracked exhaust manifolds

Severity 2/3 · Costly

The original manifolds of early cars can crack (welds of the manifolds, according to a specialist workshop). Symptoms cited: ticking when cold, white residue in the engine bay. Cartest lists them among the major financial risks at purchase, and Deckers Auto mentions engine damage if the fault is ignored. Collecting Cars notes that updated parts have often been fitted under warranty.

Versions
Italia 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports, Spider 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Dual-clutch gearbox: sensors and clutch wear

Severity 2/3 · Costly

PistonHeads notes that gearbox failures on early 458s are not unknown, that clutch problems are often solved by a software update or recalibration of the position sensors, and that a new clutch costs close to 20,000 pounds. Collecting Cars cites internal speed sensor failures on early gearboxes, once fixed by replacing the whole gearbox. Cartest advises measuring clutch wear before buying and negotiating beyond 70%. A Canadian workshop puts a clutch replacement at 7,000 to 10,000 dollars (currency not specified).

Versions
Italia 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports, Spider 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports, Speciale 4.5 V8 605 ch double embrayage, Speciale A (Spider) 4.5 V8 605 ch double embrayage
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Sticky buttons and dashboard leather

Severity 1/3 · Annoying

The soft-touch coating of the controls, steering column and top of the dashboard can become sticky (PistonHeads, Collecting Cars, Deckers Auto). The leather on the top of the dashboard can ripple or lift after sun exposure (PistonHeads, Collecting Cars). Not a roadworthiness defect, repairable by a specialist.

Versions
Italia 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports, Spider 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports, Speciale 4.5 V8 605 ch double embrayage, Speciale A (Spider) 4.5 V8 605 ch double embrayage
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Fire risk recall (glued wheel-arch liners)

Manufacturer recall

In 2010, Ferrari recalled 1,248 Ferrari 458 Italias after five fires in France, the United States, Switzerland and China. The cause was the glue fixing the rear wheel-arch liners: engine heat deformed the liner and the glue could ignite. The remedy is replacing the glue with mechanical fixings (AutoGuide). To be checked with the serial number.

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
Italia 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Defective crankshaft on some 2012 cars (recall)

Manufacturer recall

PistonHeads reports that cars from around 2012, sold in the United States, left the factory with a crankshaft incorrectly fitted, which could cause the engine to seize, and that the recall concerned a few hundred cars. Transport Canada describes a poorly manufactured crankshaft on some 2012 458s, which could break and block the engine; the dealer repairs or replaces the engine. Check with the serial number that the recall has been carried out.

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
Italia 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports, Spider 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

All faults by version and mileage →

Manufacturer recalls

See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Ferrari 458 Italia / Spider”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.

Real monthly cost

Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated

Monthly cost by item
Fuel or electricity€337
Insurance€158
Maintenance€74
Depreciation€2,424
Total per month€2,993

⚠ Estimates to treat with caution

  • NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
  • Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
  • Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
Fuel (petrol)€337

Italia 4.5 V8 570 ch double embrayage 7 rapports version: combined consumption of 13.7 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.14 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.

13.7 × 1.15 × 2.14 € × 10 = €337

Petrol price (SP95-E10): French national average on 7 October 2026.

Insurance€158

Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.

Maintenance€74

Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.

Depreciation€2,424

Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.

Inspection checklist

Things to check

  • Have the serial number checked with Ferrari for the two recalls: glued wheel-arch liners (2010) and crankshaft (some 2012 cars).
  • Listen to the engine when cold (ticking) and inspect the exhaust manifolds on both sides, preferably with a borescope by a specialist.
  • Have the clutch wear value read on diagnostics; negotiate the price beyond 70% wear and check that the gearbox oil has been changed.
  • Spider: operate the roof several times; it must open without hesitation or misalignment.
  • Check the condition of the buttons (sticky coating), the dashboard leather and whether the front-axle lift system is fitted.
  • Ask for the full service history from the dealer network and a pre-purchase inspection by a Ferrari specialist.

Questions to ask the seller

  • Have the recalls (wheel-arch liner glue, crankshaft) been carried out, and do you have proof from the dealer network?
  • What is the clutch wear at the last diagnostic, and has the gearbox been serviced or updated?
  • Have the exhaust manifolds been replaced or checked, and is the service book complete?

Test-drive tip: read the fault codes

A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.

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Electric or hybrid equivalent

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Alternatives

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Buy with care
Price
€65,900 – €87,900
Reliability
3.5/5
Fuel types
Petrol

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Jaguar F-Type

I · 2013–2024

Good choice, check first
Price
€38,000 – €70,400
Reliability
4.5/5
Fuel types
Petrol

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Lexus LC

I · since 2017

Buy with care
Price
€50,000 – €164,840
Reliability
not rated
Fuel types
Petrol, Hybrid

Before you buy: check and equip

Check the history

Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Ferrari 458 Italia / Spider F142 (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

Insure the car

Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Ferrari 458 Italia reliable?

PistonHeads' buying guide describes very good reliability and better track performance than the F430. Recalls, exhaust manifolds and clutch should nonetheless be checked (PistonHeads, Collecting Cars).

What is the Euro NCAP rating of the Ferrari 458?

It has not been tested by Euro NCAP, according to AutoScout24, which notes that it comes as standard with front, side and head airbags, ABS and ESP.

What is the boot volume of the 458?

230 litres (VDA standard) for the Italia according to Auto Motor und Sport, and 230 litres for the Spider too according to Ultimate Specs.

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