1985 Ferrari Mondial Quattrovalvole

"May my enemies live long enough to see my success."

The Ferrari Mondial was launched in 1980, taking over from the 308 GT4. It had the same mid-mounted V8 engine but on a longer wheelbase. Instead of the bold styling of Bertone, the Pininfarina-designed Mondial was an elegant Italian symphony of cortesia: better equipped, more comfortable, with true 2+2 seating (which Ferrari admits is mostly suitable for children and small adults), and still capable of 140 mph.

The 6- or ‘QV’ (Quattrovalvole) model, introduced in 1982, features four valves per cylinder instead of two. This upgrade increased the power of the 2.9-liter V8 from 214 to 240 hp—the finishing touch many secretly longed for.

The Mondial 8 is still regarded as one of Ferrari’s most reliable, affordable-to-maintain, and practical models. And that’s simply good news. Is the Mondial a true Ferrari? Yes, and the Quattrovalvole especially. As soon as you get in, you’ll notice that all the gauges are oriented towards the driver, and the eight-cylinder engine behind you produces a delightful sound. When you bring it to life, you can hear the coolant sloshing and the fuel pump humming. Ingegneria Emozionale! The prancing horse from Modena delivers 240 hp and a dogleg 5-speed gearbox, perfectly matched together. Today, the Mondial QV is becoming more sought after by the minute. So, jump on board and don’t miss this opportunity—you’ll regret it later.

And ours? In the best color combination of Rosso Corsa with beige leather interior. Largely retaining its original paint, it has only driven 20,000 miles, making it a true collector's item. As Enzo himself always said: ‘Too much is not enough.’ We agree, so this one belongs in your collection. Already have one? Not enough—see you soon!