What Ferrari Lake Forest does

Ferrari Lake Forest is a factory-authorized Ferrari dealership headquartered at 990 N Shore Drive, Lake Bluff, Illinois, operating continuously since 1981 under the Zeigler Automotive Group umbrella. The dealership operates from a 70,000 square foot facility described as an automotive gallery, boutique, design studio, and service center, and is one of a limited number of Official Ferrari Classiche Centers globally, authorized by Ferrari's Maranello division to certify, restore, and issue Certificates of Authenticity for classic Ferrari vehicles. In 2024, it was named the best-performing Ferrari dealership and service center in the world at Ferrari's Top Dealer Awards.

The product portfolio spans new Ferrari vehicles (including the Luce electric GT, 12Cilindri and 12Cilindri Spider, Purosangue, 849 Testarossa and Spider, Amalfi and Amalfi Spider, and 296 GTB and GTS), a pre-owned and Certified Pre-Owned Ferrari inventory (47 and 23 units listed respectively), genuine Ferrari OEM parts and accessories, and a full ownership-lifecycle service suite. The service department is staffed by 10 factory-trained technicians including 5 Ferrari Master Technicians. Ancillary revenue streams include climate-controlled vehicle storage, enclosed transportation within a 500-mile radius, the Atelier Design Studio for vehicle personalization (in-studio and remote 3D configuration), the Ferrari Premium Maintenance Program, financing and leasing through the Ferrari Finance Center, and facilitation of Ferrari's Corso Pilota driving school.

Ferrari Lake Forest serves ultra-high-net-worth individuals and collectors, primarily in the Chicago North Shore communities of Lake Bluff, Highland Park, Winnetka, Northbrook, and Glenview, as well as the broader Midwest. The business model combines one-time high-value vehicle transactions (new and pre-owned sales) with recurring service, parts, storage, and maintenance revenue streams. The dealership is privately held, with no disclosed funding rounds or external investors, and operates as a subsidiary within Zeigler Auto Group.

Name

Ferrari Lake Forest

Legal name

Ferrari Lake Forest

Website

https://ferrarilakeforest.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ferrari Lake Forest is a factory-authorized Ferrari dealership in Lake Bluff, IL, operating since 1981 under Zeigler Automotive Group. It sells new and pre-owned Ferraris and provides factory-authorized service, Classiche certification, storage, transportation, and personalization services to ultra-high-net-worth clients.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Lake Bluff

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Revenue model

1. New Ferrari Vehicle Sales: Sale of new Ferrari vehicles including the current model range (Ferrari Luce, 12Cilindri, 12Cilindri Spider, Purosangue, 849 Testarossa, 849 Testarossa Spider, Amalfi, Amalfi Spider, 296 GTB, 296 GTS). One-time transaction-based revenue from each vehicle sale.
2. Pre-Owned and Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Sales: Sale of pre-owned Ferrari vehicles including CPO-certified models with inspection standards and extended warranties. Transaction-based revenue model for used luxury and exotic vehicles.
3. Service, Parts, and Maintenance: Factory-authorized Ferrari service department performing routine maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and parts replacement using genuine Ferrari parts. Covers oil changes, brake services, engine diagnostics, transmission, tire rotations, timing belt, and gearbox repair. Also includes Ferrari Premium Maintenance Programme (7-year plan) and Genuine Maintenance program.
4. Genuine Ferrari Parts and Accessories: Sale of genuine Ferrari OEM parts and accessories including carbon-ceramic brake kits, wheels, suspension components, interior mats, luggage sets, carbon-fiber trim, and performance upgrades.
5. Vehicle Storage: Climate-controlled, heated and de-humidified storage facility for luxury vehicles. Includes battery tending, tire maintenance, professional detailing, and coordination with service department. Monthly/seasonal storage fees.
6. Ferrari Classiche Certification and Restoration: Ferrari Classiche program providing certification, restoration services, and authenticity verification for classic Ferrari vehicles over 20 years old. Covers chassis, engine, gearbox, suspension, brakes, bodywork, and interior inspection.
7. Ferrari Financing and Leasing: Ferrari financing and lease programs arranged through the Ferrari finance center, working with multiple lenders for new and pre-owned Ferrari models.
8. Enclosed Vehicle Transportation: Pickup and delivery service using enclosed trailers for Ferrari vehicles within 500 miles of the Lake Bluff location, offered complimentary for sales clients and available for service clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Ferrari Lake Forest is a factory-authorized Ferrari dealership in Lake Bluff, Illinois, operating since 1981. It sells new Ferrari vehicles, pre-owned and certified pre-owned Ferraris, and provides factory-authorized service, genuine parts, climate-controlled vehicle storage, Classiche certification and restoration for classic Ferraris, enclosed transportation, financing, and personalization through the Atelier Design Studio.

Product overview

Ferrari Lake Forest is an official Ferrari dealership offering new Ferrari vehicles and pre-owned/exotic cars along with comprehensive automotive services. The product portfolio centers on Ferrari's core vehicle lineup including the Luce (electric GT), 12Cilindri and 12Cilindri Spider (V12 grand tourers), Purosangue (four-door SUV), 849 Testarossa and 849 Testarossa Spider (plug-in hybrid sports cars), Amalfi and Amalfi Spider (twin-turbo GT), and 296 GTB and 296 GTS (mid-engine plug-in hybrids). Supporting services include certified pre-owned vehicle programs, factory-authorized maintenance and repair, genuine Ferrari parts, climate-controlled vehicle storage, enclosed transportation within 500 miles, Ferrari Classiche certification for classics, Ferrari Premium Maintenance Program, Atelier Design Studio for personalization, Corso Pilota driving school, and financing/lease options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Ferrari Service Award — recognized as the best-performing Ferrari dealership and service center globally in 2024
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Technology focussed No

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Integration5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ferrari (Corso Pilota Program)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Ferrari Lake Forest facilitates Ferrari's official Corso Pilota driving school program for its clients, connecting owners to Ferrari's structured performance driving education. Corso Pilota is Ferrari's official driving school with Sport, Evoluzione+, and Race courses held at multiple venues across North America and Europe (Thermal CA, Sonoma CA, Homestead FL, Charlotte NC, Mont-Tremblant QC, Austin TX, Indianapolis IN, Levi Finland). The program provides professional instruction, progressive seat time, and track driving experience in Ferrari vehicles.
• Ferrari Classiche (Maranello)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2006Ferrari Lake Forest is an Official Ferrari Classiche Center, authorized by Ferrari's Classiche division based in Maranello, Italy. The Classiche program was established by Ferrari in 2006 to protect Ferrari heritage and provides certification, restoration services, technical assistance, and Certificates of Authenticity for classic Ferrari vehicles. Ferrari Classiche headquarters is housed in the former Ferrari foundry in Maranello. The certification confirms that a vehicle's key components (engine, gearbox, chassis) match original factory records as documented in the Ferrari Red Book.
• Zeigler Automotive GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 1981Ferrari Lake Forest operates as a Ferrari dealership under the Zeigler Automotive Group umbrella. Zeigler Automotive Group is a large automotive retail group that owns and operates multiple dealerships. Ferrari Lake Forest has operated as a factory-authorized Ferrari dealer under Zeigler since 1981, representing 43 years of continuous partnership. The Group provides the operational infrastructure, capital, and corporate backing enabling the dealership's 70,000 sq ft facility and multi-service operations.
• Ferrari Atelier and Tailor Made ProgrammeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFerrari Lake Forest operates an Atelier Design Studio enabling Ferrari clients to configure and personalize their vehicles using Ferrari's Configurator Tool and physical samples, with both in-studio and remote consultation options. The Atelier program connects to Ferrari's broader Tailor Made programme for deeper bespoke customization beyond standard options.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ferrari of Newport Beach: Authorized Ferrari dealership serving Southern California's affluent coastal market. Operates the same factory-authorized business model with new/pre-owned sales, service, and personalization for UHNW collectors.
• Ferrari of Manhattan: Authorized Ferrari dealership in New York City. Comparable factory-authorized retail and service model targeting UHNW East Coast collectors, with a comparable mix of new sales, Classiche services, and personalization offerings.
• Aston Martin Chicago: Authorized Aston Martin dealership in Chicago, competing for the same UHNW exotic and GT buyer in the Chicago market. Operates a comparable factory-authorized sales, service, and personalization model.
• McLaren Chicago: Authorized McLaren dealership serving the Chicago market with comparable factory-authorized sales, service, and personalization for exotic sports cars. Targets the same UHNW buyer pool with a closely comparable business model.
• Ferrari of San Francisco: Authorized Ferrari dealership serving the San Francisco Bay Area. Operates the same factory-authorized model with new/pre-owned sales, service, and personalization, competing for the same West Coast UHNW Ferrari customer segment in a different geography.
• Continental Auto Sports Ferrari: Another authorized Ferrari dealership in the Chicago metropolitan area (Hinsdale, IL). Directly competes with Ferrari Lake Forest for the same UHNW Chicago-area customer base across new, pre-owned, and service lines.
• Lamborghini Chicago: Authorized Lamborghini dealership serving the Chicago market. Competes for the same UHNW exotic/sports car buyer in the same Chicago metro region, offering comparable factory-authorized sales, service, and personalization experiences.

Broad incumbents

• Bentley Chicago: Authorized Bentley dealership in Chicago targeting the same ultra-luxury segment with comparable high-touch sales, service, financing, and personalization offerings. While Bentley's product is more GT/grand touring than exotic sports, it competes for the same affluent buyer wallet.

Others

• Zeigler Auto Group (sibling dealerships): The parent group operates multiple luxury and mainstream auto dealerships. Sibling dealerships under Zeigler share corporate backing, capital, and operational infrastructure with Ferrari Lake Forest, providing an internal operational peer for benchmarking.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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