Overview of the Ferrari Portofino M
This is a September 2022 Ferrari Portofino M, finished in Grigio Scuro grey with a black and blue leather interior, offered from USS Osaka with a genuine odometer reading of 2,625 km, which converts to approximately 1,631 miles. The auction sheet awards this car an overall grade of 5 with an interior grade of A, which is about as clean as these cars are found at Japanese auction, and the exterior panels have no marked damage codes on the inspector's diagram at all. This particular example is a left hand drive, dealer imported car into Japan, fitted with a substantial list of carbon exterior and interior options, Magneride dual mode suspension and a high power Hi-Fi audio system, and it comes with its service book, five recorded services, spare key, body cover and charger. For a UK buyer looking for a late model Portofino M with genuinely low mileage and strong paperwork, this is a rare and well presented car to come out of the Japanese market.
The Drive Review
The Portofino M is Ferrari's evolution of the original Portofino, tightening up the chassis, sharpening the steering and adding around 20 additional horsepower over the standard car by way of an updated version of the familiar 3.9 litre twin turbocharged V8, shared in detuned form with the F8 Tributo and Roma. In the Portofino M it produces around 612 PS, sent through an eight speed dual clutch transmission that swaps gears with real urgency once you move away from the softer everyday modes. The manettino now includes a dedicated Race setting borrowed from the harder edged cars in the range, and Ferrari also introduced a five position adjustable Bumpy Road mode alongside the standard damper settings, which noticeably improves ride comfort on rougher British roads without dulling body control.
On the move the character of the car is genuinely dual natured. Around town and on a cruise with the roof up it is composed, quiet and comfortable in a way earlier turbocharged Ferraris rarely managed, with a supple ride from the Magneride dampers fitted to this car and light, accurate steering that makes it easy to place despite its width. Push into the upper reaches of the rev range and the V8 comes alive with a proper turbocharged surge of torque from low down, building to a hard, characterful top end pull, while the folding hard top drops in around fourteen seconds to turn it into an open topped grand tourer. It is a heavier and more comfort biased car than the mid engined Ferraris, so it is not a razor edged track tool, but as a fast, usable, everyday Ferrari that can also cover long distances in genuine comfort, the Portofino M does that job extremely well, and buyers coming from an F Type, a 911 Cabriolet or an SL should find the step up in outright pace and drama considerable.
Auction Details
This Ferrari Portofino M is being sold through USS Osaka, one of Japan's major auction houses, under lot number 88005. The auction is scheduled for 2 October 2026 in Japan, and the auction start price is set at ¥23,800,000. Bidding for this car through Autoselecta closes at 9pm UK time on the evening before the auction. All bids must be submitted before 9PM UK time the evening before auction. There is no Autoselecta guide bidding range published for this particular car, so please refer to the price panel on this page for current live bidding information and the minimum bid Autoselecta requires, both of which are calculated after publication and change over time. Please note that the auction start price is not the same as the final hammer price, and the guide range where given is an estimated bidding range only, never a guaranteed purchase figure.
Vehicle Specifications
Manufacturer Ferrari, model Portofino M, grade base grade, chassis code F164BCA (shown on the auction sheet as 7BA-F164BCA), frame number ZFF02RPJ000280249. First registration September 2022 (Reiwa 4). Engine capacity 3,900 cc, fuel petrol, transmission automatic (eight speed dual clutch), drive 2WD. Exterior colour grey, original factory colour with no colour change, noted on the sales points as Grigio Scuro. Interior colour black and blue leather. Mileage at time of auction listing 2,625 km, approximately 1,631 miles. Auction house USS Osaka, lot number 88005, auction date 2 October 2026. Auction grade 5, exterior grade 5, interior grade A. Japanese shaken inspection valid until 16 November 2027. Steering position left hand drive. Import type dealer, meaning this car was brought into Japan through an official importer rather than a grey import. Seating capacity four. Body dimensions length 459 cm, width 194 cm, height 132 cm.
Factory Features and Equipment
The auction sheet confirms genuine alloy wheels, power steering, power windows, leather trim, satellite navigation and airbags as standard equipment codes. Beyond these baseline items, the sales points section lists a genuinely extensive specification for this particular car. The interior and exterior colour combination is recorded as a special order EXTRARANGE finish, and the car carries a carbon dashboard insert, a carbon rear diffuser, carbon under door covers, a carbon centre bridge, a carbon front spoiler and carbon exterior sill kick plates. The points to note section adds a carbon driver zone with LED steering wheel, confirmed in the photographs, along with high power Hi-Fi audio, Magneride dual mode suspension, a folding rear seat backrest, 20 inch alloy wheels, a 360 degree surround view camera and a smartphone interface. Automatic climate control is also fitted. The sheet notes this car was bought directly from its previous owner and carries full paintwork protection film, described on the sheet as full protection.
Japanese Auction Report Translation
The auction sheet has been translated and checked by Autoselecta staff. The heading confirms this listing sits in the imported car prime corner section of the USS Osaka sale. First registration is given as September 2022 under the Japanese Reiwa calendar. Body style is recorded as open, confirming the folding hard top convertible configuration, in base grade trim. Engine size is listed as 3,900 cc under chassis code 7BA-F164BCA, with 2WD drive and automatic transmission. The auction grade is 5 with interior grade A. Shaken inspection runs to 16 November 2027. Odometer reads 2,625 km. Air conditioning is recorded as AAC, automatic climate control. Exterior colour is grey in its original factory finish with no colour change. Fuel is petrol and interior colour is black and blue. A new car service book with warranty booklet is confirmed present. Import type is dealer, steering is left hand drive, and the transfer documents are valid to 19 November. A recycling deposit of 14,230 yen is recorded, seating capacity is four, and the registration plate is Hiroshima 302 nu 1785. Frame number is ZFF02RPJ000280249, with overall dimensions of 459 cm length, 194 cm width and 132 cm height. In the inspector's own comments, the seat edges are noted as creased and scratched, there is a scrape on part of the underside, and small scratches are recorded elsewhere on the car, though no specific panel location is given for these. Service history shows five recorded services carried out in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2025 again. Owner's manual, warranty booklet, spare key, body cover and a charger are all confirmed present on the sheet.
Damage Diagram and Body Condition
The complete vehicle diagram on this auction sheet carries no marked damage codes at all, meaning the inspector has not recorded any scratches, dents, dimples, panel repairs, rust, corrosion, repainting, replaced panels or glass damage against any specific area of the bodywork on the diagram itself. This is an unusually clean result and is consistent with the grade 5 exterior score. The only physical faults noted anywhere on the sheet are contained in the inspector's written comments rather than the diagram, namely a scrape on part of the underside and some small scratches, neither of which is pinned to an exact panel location on the sheet. In the photographs supplied the paintwork presents as straight and glossy under the workshop lighting, with consistent panel gaps and no visible dents, cracking or mismatched paint on the front, side or rear elevations shown. Taken together, this points to a genuinely well kept, low mileage example in usable, largely original enthusiast condition rather than a car that has required cosmetic repair, though as with any auction vehicle the underside scrape and small scratches noted by the inspector should be understood as present even though they are not visible in the images provided.
Interior Condition
The interior grade of A places this cabin at the top end of Ferrari's typical auction condition scale. The photographs show a black and blue leather interior in the carbon driver zone specification, with contrasting blue Alcantara style floor mats, blue stitched leather door cards and seats, a carbon and leather steering wheel with the LED lighting strip Ferrari fits to this specification, and the digital instrument binnacle and central touchscreen both illuminated and functioning in the images. The centre console shows the drive mode manettino, climate controls and gear selector buttons in good order, and two smart keys are visible resting on the driver's seat in one photograph. Against this generally excellent presentation, the inspector's report specifically notes creasing and scratching to the seat edges, a common early wear point on Ferrari leather where occupants enter and exit the car, so buyers should expect to see this on close inspection even though it is not obviously visible in the supplied photographs.
Japanese Auction Grades
Japanese auction houses grade cars on a standardised scale to give buyers a fast, independent snapshot of condition before bidding. A grade of 5 is the highest score commonly awarded to a used vehicle at auction, generally reserved for cars in excellent, close to as new condition with minimal wear, and is well above the grade 4 or 4.5 more typically seen on good used performance cars. The separate interior grade of A confirms the cabin is in excellent condition with no significant wear beyond very light, expected use. These grades are assigned by an independent inspector employed by the auction house rather than by the seller, which is why the auction sheet carries real weight with buyers, but the grade is a condition snapshot rather than a mechanical warranty, and the written inspector's comments, such as those noted above for this car, always take priority over the headline grade number.
Model History
The Ferrari Portofino replaced the California T in 2017 as Ferrari's entry level front engined, folding hard top grand tourer, itself a lineage stretching back to the original California of the late 1950s. The Portofino M arrived in 2020 as a mid cycle update, denoted by the M for Modificata that Ferrari has used on several models to signal a meaningful revision rather than a full model change. Ferrari increased power from the 3.9 litre twin turbo V8 to around 612 PS, fitted a new eight speed dual clutch gearbox shared with other V8 Ferraris of the period in place of the previous seven speed unit, retuned the chassis and steering, and introduced the five stage Bumpy Road damper adjustment along with a Race position on the manettino. The car retains the same folding hard top structure as its predecessor, giving coupe like refinement roof up and open air motoring roof down within around fourteen seconds. Production of the Portofino M continued until it was succeeded by the Ferrari Roma Spider, making the Portofino M itself a relatively short production run within Ferrari's modern V8 grand tourer line.
Why This Model Has Become Collectible
The Ferrari Portofino M occupies an interesting position in the modern Ferrari market. It was never built in huge numbers relative to mainstream sports cars, and as the final and most developed version of the Portofino name before Ferrari moved on to the Roma Spider, it represents the last chapter of a specific model line rather than an ongoing production car. Its 3.9 litre twin turbo V8 is closely related to the units found in the F8 Tributo and 488, giving it genuine performance credentials rather than being a softened entry point badge exercise, while the folding hard top format and comfort focused chassis tuning make it more usable day to day than Ferrari's mid engined cars, which broadens its appeal among collectors who want a Ferrari they can actually drive regularly. Right hand drive UK market cars with low, genuine mileage and full main dealer style service history are becoming harder to find as these cars age, and cars like this one, sourced from the Japanese domestic market with a documented, low mileage history, a clean auction grade and a strong factory specification including carbon options and Magneride suspension, are increasingly sought after by buyers who missed the chance to specify one new. As with any modern Ferrari, no future value can be guaranteed, but the combination of relatively limited production, strong engineering pedigree and genuine usability underpins ongoing demand for well kept examples.
What To Look For When Buying This Model
Buyers considering a Portofino M should pay close attention to service history and confirm that turbocharged engine servicing, software updates and any recall work have been carried out at the correct intervals, since Ferrari's V8 engines are complex and repair costs at independent or non main dealer garages can be significant if history is patchy. The folding hard top roof mechanism is a complicated, electrically operated system and should be cycled and checked for smooth, correct operation, along with the seals, since leaks and mechanism wear can be costly to put right. Leather seat bolsters and edges, as flagged on this specific car's auction sheet, are a known wear point given how low and supportive the Portofino M's seats are, so inspect these closely on any car under consideration. Magneride dampers, where fitted, should be checked for correct operation across all drive modes, and any warning lights on the digital dash should be investigated fully before purchase. As with any performance convertible, underbody condition and evidence of scrapes, as noted in this car's inspector report, are worth a proper look at pre purchase inspection, and buyers should always request a full specialist inspection alongside the auction sheet rather than relying on the sheet alone.
Why Import This Car From Japan
The Japanese domestic market is one of the best sources in the world for genuinely low mileage, well documented performance and luxury cars, because Japanese owners typically drive relatively few kilometres per year and maintain their cars conscientiously, supported by a strict and expensive shaken inspection regime that discourages neglect. This particular Portofino M, with 2,625 km recorded, five service visits on file, a grade 5 auction score and no marked panel damage, is a good example of the kind of low use, well kept car that surfaces through the Japanese auction system but is genuinely rare in the UK domestic used market at this age and mileage. Importing directly from Japan also gives buyers access to an independent auction grading system and a detailed inspector's report before money changes hands, a level of transparency that is uncommon in typical private sale or dealer stock elsewhere.
Ultimate Guide For Japanese Imports
Importing a car from Japan involves winning the vehicle at auction, arranging export preparation and paperwork in Japan, shipping to the UK, and then completing UK registration, which typically includes an individual vehicle approval process and payment of any applicable duty and VAT before the car can go on UK plates. Timescales vary depending on shipping schedules and UK processing, and costs beyond the auction hammer price include Japan side fees, shipping, insurance and UK import and registration costs, all of which should be understood in full before bidding rather than assumed. Working with an experienced import specialist who can explain each stage clearly and provide accurate, up to date cost estimates makes the process considerably more straightforward for buyers who have not imported a car before.
Why Import Through Autoselecta
Autoselecta provides direct access to major Japanese auction houses including USS Osaka, giving buyers the ability to bid on cars like this Ferrari Portofino M rather than relying on already imported stock. Every vehicle is presented with a full translation of its Japanese auction sheet, so buyers can see the grade, equipment and every inspector comment before committing to bid, exactly as set out in this report. Autoselecta's team assists with sourcing suitable cars, placing and managing bids, handling export documentation, arranging shipping from Japan, and supporting the vehicle through to UK arrival, keeping buyers informed with tracking information where available throughout the process. Communication continues from the point of bidding right through to delivery, so buyers are never left chasing updates on a car of this value.
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Auction Caution
Cars sold through Japanese auction, including this Ferrari Portofino M, are inspected by independent auction house staff before sale, but they remain used vehicles and the auction sheet is a condition guide rather than a mechanical warranty. Even a car graded 5 with no marked diagram damage, as here, can have written inspector notes worth taking seriously, and in this case the sheet specifically records creasing and scratching to the seat edges, a scrape on part of the underside, and small scratches elsewhere on the car. Older and performance oriented vehicles of any make may require servicing, maintenance or minor refurbishment after purchase and after import, and buyers should budget for this and arrange an independent inspection wherever possible rather than relying on the auction grade alone. All bids must be submitted before 9PM UK time the evening before auction.
