Ferrari F40 Spotted Parked in Crans-Montana, Switzerland
A rare Ferrari F40 was seen parked in the Swiss resort of Crans-Montana, offering a glimpse of Maranello’s iconic supercar far from its original showroom.
A Ferrari F40, finished in classic Rosso Corsa with silver alloys, was recently photographed parked in Crans-Montana, Switzerland. Despite production ending more than three decades ago, the F40’s presence remains a rare event on public roads, especially outside major motoring events or private collections.
The F40 was Ferrari’s 40th anniversary model and the last car approved by Enzo Ferrari before his death. Built between 1987 and 1992, just 1,311 examples left Maranello’s factory. The F40’s design, penned by Pininfarina, is defined by its low, wide stance, aggressive rear wing and extensive use of lightweight composite materials. Its stripped-back interior and focus on performance over comfort set it apart from modern supercars.
Under the rear clamshell sits a 2.9-litre twin-turbocharged V8, producing 478 hp and 577 Nm of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox. At launch, Ferrari claimed the F40 could reach 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and a top speed of 320 km/h, making it the fastest production car of its day.
The F40’s place among supercar icons
The F40 replaced the 288 GTO and was later succeeded by the F50, but it remains one of the most recognisable Ferraris ever built. Its reputation has only grown as values have risen and surviving cars become scarcer in public. Sightings such as this Swiss example are rare, with many F40s kept in private collections or museums. For comparison, a 1991 F40 with unique provenance recently made headlines when it headed to auction (/1991-ferrari-f40-up-for-auction).
The F40’s appearance in a Swiss resort town underlines its continued appeal and usability, even decades after its launch. Owners who bring these cars out in public offer enthusiasts a rare opportunity to see one of the defining supercars of the late 20th century outside the confines of a concours or auction hall.
