2014 Ferrari California for Sale With 18,300 MilesAutoblogKyle EdwardTue, September 15, 2026 at 11:12 AM UTCAdd us on GoogleAutoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.The Ferrari California was the brand's most accessible and usable model, a folding-hardtop grand tourer with a naturally aspirated V8. This 2014 example is a two-owner car in Nero over Nero with carbon-ceramic brakes. It sits on Cars and Bids at $65,500 with six days to go.2014 Ferrari CaliforniaCars & BidsWhat it's worth right nowDepreciation has made the California a compelling entry into V8 Ferrari ownership. According to Classic.com and current listings, 2014 California examples carry a market benchmark close to $94,000, with dealer retail generally running from the high $80,000s past $100,000 and private-party and auction values landing lower.AdvertisementAdvertisementThe specification and low mileage support the value, tempered by a couple of known issues. A clean, low-mileage California is appealing, but the DCT speed sensor and sticky interior trim are genuine considerations. Fair value lands at $68,000 to $92,000, with $80,000 the most likely close.2014 Ferrari CaliforniaCars & BidsCondition and detailsThe specification is appealing. Finished in Nero Daytona Metallic over Nero, it pairs the naturally aspirated 4.3-liter V8 with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, carbon-ceramic brakes, a power-folding hardtop, and diamond-stitched leather, showing 18,300 miles across two owners.2014 Ferrari CaliforniaCars & BidsThe transmission warrants specific scrutiny. As a commenter noted, the DCT gearbox speed sensor is the known Achilles heel of these cars, and the seller reports it has not been replaced during their ownership and that no invoice documents a prior repair, so investigate this carefully before bidding.2014 Ferrari CaliforniaCars & BidsA couple of other items round it out. There is a sticky finish on the steering-column trim and some switchgear, a known and potentially costly issue on Ferraris of this era, the starter was recently rebuilt, and there is a loan to pay off before the title transfers.2014 Ferrari CaliforniaCars & BidsAdvertisementAdvertisementThe offerSpecificationDetailMakeFerrariModelCaliforniaYear2014Mileage18,300 milesEngine4.3-liter V8Power483 hp and 372 lb.ft of torqueTransmission7-speed dual-clutch automaticDrive typeRear-wheel driveExterior colorNero Daytona MetallicInterior colorNeroCurrent bid$65,500, with six days leftInterested in this 2014 Ferrari California? View the listing here.What makes the California uniqueThe California marked a series of firsts for Ferrari, arriving in 2009 as the brand's entry-level model and its first with a front-mounted V8, a dual-clutch transmission, and a power-folding hardtop. Conceived as a genuinely usable, daily-drivable Ferrari, it offered four seats, a comfortable ride, and creature comforts that broadened the marque's appeal without abandoning its performance credentials. The 2014 car represents the final iteration before the turbocharged California T arrived, making it the last naturally aspirated V8 in the line, with a free-revving character and a soundtrack that its turbocharged successor cannot match.2014 Ferrari CaliforniaCars & BidsThat combination of everyday usability, open-top versatility, and a naturally aspirated Ferrari V8 is exactly what makes the California such an appealing entry point into the marque. Depreciation has placed it within remarkably easy reach, and for a buyer who wants the prancing-horse badge, genuine performance, and the flexibility of a folding hardtop, a clean, low-mileage example offers a lot of Ferrari for the money.My takeThis is an appealing and accessible Ferrari, and the fundamentals are attractive. The naturally aspirated V8, the folding-hardtop versatility, the carbon-ceramic brakes, and the handsome Nero-on-Nero specification make it a genuinely usable open-top Ferrari, and the low mileage across two owners is a plus. It is a lot of prancing-horse appeal for the money.AdvertisementAdvertisementFair value sits at $68,000 to $92,000, with $80,000 the most likely result, and the crux is the DCT speed sensor and sticky trim rather than the driving experience. Before bidding, investigate the DCT speed-sensor situation specifically, factor in the sticky-trim remediation, coordinate the loan payoff, and get a specialist pre-purchase inspection. Handle that, and this is an accessible, versatile V8 Ferrari to enjoy.Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. We are not a dealership or broker. All vehicle specifications, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. 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