The 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider has 7 engine parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 3 brands, covering the 3.5L V8 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The engine on the 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components. All 7 listed parts are Oil (5 parts) and Valve Guide (2 parts).
The 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider came with a single engine, the 3.5L V8, and every part is verified against it.
3 brands supply engine parts for the 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider, led by VALVOLINE (3 parts), IDEMITSU (2 parts) and SBI (2 parts).
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider. 1 part has it: VALVOLINE VV966 (Oil). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Oil
Summary: Notes list SAE 5W-40. Confirm the weight on the filler cap before you buy. Replacement brands in this table include VALVOLINE and IDEMITSU.
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV966 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | European Vehicle Full Synthetic SAE 5W-401 Quart | View on Amazon |
| IDEMITSU | 30041116750 | 🇺🇸 US | Racing Engine Oil Full Synthetic 5W-401 Quart | View on Amazon |
| IDEMITSU | 30041116953 | 🇺🇸 US | Racing Engine Oil Full Synthetic 5W-405 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 881166 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | European Vehicle Full Synthetic SAE 5W-40Easy Pour 5 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 881050 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | European Vehicle Full Synthetic SAE 5W-405 Gallon Bay Box | View on Amazon |
This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable.
5 Oil parts for the 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider come from 2 brands — VALVOLINE and IDEMITSU. The "Popular" part is VALVOLINE VV966.
This group includes VALVOLINE VV966, IDEMITSU 30041116750 and IDEMITSU 30041116953 and the remaining parts above.
Valve Guide
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBI | B661 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Intake0.2355 I.D. | View on Amazon |
| SBI | B662 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Exhaust0.2355 I.D. | View on Amazon |
This table covers the pressed-in bronze and cast-iron guides that align valve stems. Typical signs include oil smoke on startup, a guide that has gone oval, or a valve that no longer seats quietly. Guides are a machine-shop fit. Confirm stem diameter in the notes before ordering.
2 Valve Guide parts for the 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider come from SBI.
Buying Engine Parts for a 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider
On this vehicle, the engine covers the internals and hard parts that build compression and keep oil where it belongs — gaskets, bearings, camshafts, lifters, seals and timing components.
- Confirm you have the 3.5L V8 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Oil and Valve Guide .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engine parts fit the 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider?
Our catalog currently lists 7 engine parts for the 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider across 2 subcategories and 3 brands, covering the 3.5L V8 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of engine problems on a 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider?
Common symptoms include oil spots under the vehicle, blue or white exhaust smoke, ticking from the valvetrain, or coolant mysteriously disappearing. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What oil viscosity is listed for the 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider?
Oil rows on this page include SAE 5W-40. Confirm the engine and the weight on the filler cap before you buy — high-mileage and standard fills can differ.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the seals and gaskets for anything you open up; a timing job should always include the tensioner and guides, not just the belt or chain.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1998 Ferrari F355 Spider?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.5L V8 engine. Then engine hard parts are unforgiving of guesswork — confirm the casting or engine code before ordering, because one model year can hide two different blocks. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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