Spied: Unknown Ferarri Model

Finally something interesting on the site. I am getting tired of those BS articles on gas prices.

— Lecsucks (View Profile)

Posted on 8/3/2008 6:48:58 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 6   

It doesn't look too pretty whatever it is.

— Bmw8ter (View Profile)

Posted on 8/3/2008 6:58:16 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

I agree with "Lecsucks", lately this site has become very boring & I find myself visiting less & less.

— MunichRob (View Profile)

Posted on 8/3/2008 7:11:16 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Ferrari has a coach building program. It could be a custom design.

— wedouglas (View Profile)

Posted on 8/3/2008 9:12:04 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

Wedouglas has a point: it could be a custom build my only contention is that it is too understated to be custom.

IMO I think it is a test mule for the F430 replacement. It looks like they are experimenting with a more aerodynamic front splitter and a more aggressive rear diffuser. The underside appears to be very smooth. I have no idea what the hell those intakes are on the door panel.

The back appears to be shorter as well which indicates that they are trying to pare down the size and weight.

If I had to speculate, I'd guess that they will go for a high rev 4.0L V8, guaranteed direct injection, electromagnetic valve actuation for full VVT, 7 speed DCT/SMG, and possibly a mechanical KERS. Lean, very mean, and somewhat green machine.

— GreenPlease (View Profile)

Posted on 8/3/2008 10:10:16 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

P.S.

Ferrari: please make a 10,000rpm 4.0L V8. It will sound incredible and be stupid powerful.

— GreenPlease (View Profile)

Posted on 8/3/2008 10:11:23 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

Something about that cockpit that looks a little McLaren F1-ish, I don't know I can't put my finger on it...this could possibly be a mule used to test the engine for the Millechili (1000kg 94" wheelbase monster fast supercar). It's slated to hit the market in 2010.

http://jalopnik.com/396817/a-900-hp-ferrari-millechili-will-make-the-enzo-look-like-chopped-liver

I doubt this is a replacement for the F430 since that car has only been in the market for, what, 3 model years? Based on the 360's run, I think Ferrari will get at least another 4 years out of the F430. I doubt they are testing a successor so soon.

— NARunner (View Profile)

Posted on 8/4/2008 12:08:38 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Looks like someone welded the front of an Lambo to the back of F430.

— sector (View Profile)

Posted on 8/4/2008 1:05:55 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Isn't the 430 really just a development of the 360 and not entirely new? My guess is this is a test mule for the replacement - I'm not sure if any of this will make it to the production car.

IMO, the 360/430 is one of the greatest models ever, and will be tough to "top", at least in terms of looks.

— Hachee2001 (View Profile)

Posted on 8/4/2008 10:21:15 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

It is part Ferrari coach build program. Please go here
http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=207372&page=2 to see more info.

— vtandon (View Profile)

Posted on 8/4/2008 1:37:20 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

yes. yes. yes. this is the kind of article that autospies was known for. what happened!!!!!!!!!!!!

— S30GTR (View Profile)

Posted on 8/4/2008 4:30:16 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Y'all know how car companies are. They will use the current body style as the mule w/ a few changes in terms of ducts and vents... the final body style won't be revealed for a long time. Remember the California mule looked a lot like a weird looking 599. But yea, its about time we get something new and interesting on here.

— FerrarisR4me (View Profile)

Posted on 8/6/2008 11:39:23 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1