Doug DeMuro gives the Ferrari 550 Maranello a positive 66/100 rating, praising its absolutely beautiful and elegant design alongside exceptional value—with only 3,083 units produced and bargain-priced options like the signature plaque at just $294 compared to modern Ferrari pricing. The 5.5L V12 engine delivers an exquisite 480 horsepower with a gated manual transmission, and the car proves surprisingly livable with a practical trunk and storage despite being a limited-production supercar that you can actually drive. The main drawbacks are outdated cabin technology with quirky design choices like a pointless climate control stop button and immobilizer quirks, plus genuinely poor fuel economy at 8-13 mpg with a $7,700 gas guzzler tax. This is the ideal car for Ferrari collectors and driving enthusiasts who value raw mechanical beauty and rarity over modern conveniences and fuel efficiency.