The Ferrari FF was first unveiled in 2011 at the Geneva Motor Show and would serve as the replacement of the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti four-seater model. The FF not only made waves because of its shooting brake design but also because it was the first series-production model to offer Ferrari's patented 4RM four-wheel-drive system. The FF nameplate means "Ferrari Four" which not only indicates the four-wheel-drive but also the four seats.
As expected from the Italian grand tourer, under bonnet came a 6.3-litre, naturally-aspirated, V12 petrol engine coupled to a smooth-shifting 7-speed dual-clutch automated transmission. The combination is capable of 485 kW and 683 Nm of torque which will propel the vehicle to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and on to a top speed of 335 km/h.
Now you might wonder, how much will the maintenance on a performance grand tourer like the Ferrari FF cost? If you want an accurate quotation, we recommend you contact your closest official Ferrari service centre. For now, let us discuss what you can expect to pay and why.
Maintenance plan
Firstly, the Ferrari FF is no longer available as a new model as it was discontinued shortly after the announcement of the Ferrari GTC4Lusso. Thus, if you are considering the shooting brake, you will be best served to search for used Ferrari FF models on AutoTrader. But it is important to know that the Ferrari FF was sold with quite a comprehensive maintenance plan, which could still be in effect if you find a later model.
As alluded to above the Ferrari FF came standard with a 3-year / unlimited-kilometre factory warranty and a 7-year / unlimited-kilometre maintenance plan from the date of purchase. This means that if you manage to find one of the later offerings, the remaining services can be transferred into your name, provided that there were no modifications made to the vehicle, is accident- and damage-free and the previous owner adhered to the maintenance schedule.
Realistic expectations
Firstly we recommend being realistic about the vehicle you are considering purchasing. Discuss the typical service costs with your closest service centre to fully understand what will be expected in the future. Also take note that premium vehicles such as the Ferrari FF utilize high-quality parts in order to ensure longevity and maximal performance and/or luxury, which means that maintaining them can be costly versus a so-called ‘regular’ vehicle.
Also keep in mind that although earlier Ferrari models were constructed in a simpler manner, modern examples like the FF can certainly be classified as more reliable. If you are considering a Ferrari FF for your next vehicle, you should take note that you will have to service the vehicle annually or every 15 000 km, whichever occurs first. Earlier models had much shorter distances between services.
In terms of the costs, items such as the cabin filters, pollen filters, oil filters, air filter, engine oil and gearbox oil won't necessarily cost that much more than that of a premium German sedan, however, when the technicians have to replace items such as brake discs, belts, clutches or suspension components, you can expect the bill to quickly increase as these items are vehicle specific and only a handful suppliers can produce them to the quality expected from Ferrari.
A large portion of your maintenance bill will go towards the labour involved. However, you are not just paying more because it is Ferrari, you are paying for the time and effort of highly specialised technicians who in most cases had to travel to Italy to complete training on that specific Ferrari model.
Recommendation
Before purchasing any vehicle, be sure to discuss the expected service and maintenance costs outside of the plan to not be surprised later down the line. Adhere to the remaining service intervals of the maintenance plan is usually repairing damage is much more expensive than just servicing your vehicle. Work with qualified technicians that are certified to work on Ferrari vehicles if you are considering servicing your vehicle elsewhere than the official service centre in your area.
