Ferrari F8 Spider hire London | self drive open-top V8 rental UK

The Ferrari F8 Spider is the open-top version of the F8 Tributo and the most focused mid-engine convertible available on self drive hire in London. It produces 710 bhp from a 3.9-litre twin-turbocharged V8, covers 0 to 62 mph in 2.9 seconds, and reaches 211 mph. The retractable hardtop opens in 14 seconds at speeds up to 28 mph and folds directly above the engine, which means it takes up almost no luggage space. The 200-litre front boot handles overnight bags for two. The roof mechanism adds around 80 lb to the total weight, but the lightweight aluminium chassis and updated engine components keep it competitive with dedicated track Ferraris at equivalent pace.

Starr Luxury Cars offers Ferrari F8 Spider hire in London from £2,195 per day, with same-day delivery to Mayfair, Knightsbridge, and anywhere across central London. Every hire is fully self drive from our Berkeley Square base. Browse the full Ferrari hire fleet in London and the UK, or visit the Starr Luxury Cars homepage for the complete range.

Ferrari F8 Spider hire London: what the open-top format changes

The F8 Spider and the F8 Tributo share the same V8, the same chassis, and the same aerodynamic underpinning. The difference is entirely experiential. With the roof retracted, the twin-turbo V8 behind the seats is separated from the driver only by a pane of glass. The exhaust note, the intake roar, and the sound of the engine under full acceleration reach the cabin unfiltered. At speed on a clear road heading south from London toward the Surrey Hills or west on the A303, the F8 Spider communicates through sound in a way that no closed Ferrari coupe replicates at equivalent throttle position.

The independent rear window drops separately from the main roof, which means you can lower the glass and draw in engine sound without fully opening the roof in cooler weather. For Ferrari hire in London across spring and autumn, this detail is more useful than it sounds — it means the open-top experience does not depend entirely on the temperature cooperating.

The F8 Spider driving modes and what they change on UK roads

The manettino on the steering wheel controls five modes from Wet through to Race. In CT Off, the Ferrari Dynamic Enhancer system steps in to manipulate the differential during cornering, allowing progressive oversteer rather than a hard cut of power. Side Slip Control monitors the angle of the rear and adjusts braking pressure at individual wheels accordingly. On UK roads, Sport mode covers almost every situation a self drive hire client will encounter. CT Off is genuinely rewarding on a smooth, fast B-road and should not be confused with switching stability control off entirely.

For clients choosing between the F8 Spider and the newer hybrid, the Ferrari 296 GTB hire produces 830 bhp but is a fixed-roof coupe. For the open-top hybrid version, the Ferrari 296 GTS hire is available. For those who prefer the Roma’s grand touring character in open-top form, the Ferrari Portofino hire is in the fleet. For broader open-top comparisons, the performance car hire UK page covers Lamborghini Evo Spyder hire and McLaren hire.

Ferrari F8 Spider hire requirements and UK delivery

To self drive hire the Ferrari F8 Spider with Starr Luxury Cars you will need a full UK or EU driving licence held for a minimum of three years, be aged 28 or over, and have a clean driving record. A security deposit of £10,000 is charged at collection and refunded in full within five working days of return with no damage. Comprehensive insurance is included. Standard packages include 100 miles per day. Additional mileage is £9 plus VAT per mile, or £5 plus VAT per mile if pre-purchased at booking.

We deliver across London and the UK including Manchester, Edinburgh, Bristol, and Birmingham, and to private airports including Farnborough and Biggin Hill. We check competitor rates daily and guarantee the lowest price on Ferrari F8 Spider hire in London and the UK.

Call +44 203 600 1631 or email sales@starrluxurycars.com to confirm availability and same-day delivery across London.