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Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by Huzer21
Just days after Ferrari launched the teaser site for its new GT, the first full images and details of the Ferrari California have been revealed. Even though the countdown timer on the teaser site still indicates there's a week to go before the next info reveal, the countdown itself is little more than a formality.
Like other modern Ferraris, this one is fabricated from aluminum to keep mass under control. The 460 hp 4.3L V8 is the first from Maranello to use direct injection while following the racing tradition of using a flat-plane crankshaft. This car of firsts also debuts the production application of a dual clutch gearbox from Ferrari. The 7-speed unit is mounted in a rear transaxle configuration and should provide smoother shifting and even better performance than the existing hydraulically-actuated units that Ferrari currently uses. Acceleration to 60 mph should come in under 4.0 seconds.
The California is also Ferrari's first retractable hardtop convertible. From the shape of the hood scoop and headlights to the sweep of the rear fenders and vents behind the front wheels this car obviously draws on the heritage of the original 1960s 250 GT California. At the same time, it's blended with modern Ferrari design elements drawn from the current F430 and 599. We're looking forward to seeing much more of this car over the months leading up to the Paris Motor Show!
http://www.autoblog.com/2008/05/13/new-fer...fornia-exposed/
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by RX-7 Chris
Tim you want to buy me one?
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by S4poor
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Huzer21 @ May 13 2008, 11:43 AM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=45903]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>
Just days after Ferrari launched the teaser site for its new GT, the first full images and details of the Ferrari California have been revealed. Even though the countdown timer on the teaser site still indicates there's a week to go before the next info reveal, the countdown itself is little more than a formality.
Like other modern Ferraris, this one is fabricated from aluminum to keep mass under control. The 460 hp 4.3L V8 is the first from Maranello to use direct injection while following the racing tradition of using a flat-plane crankshaft. This car of firsts also debuts the production application of a dual clutch gearbox from Ferrari. The 7-speed unit is mounted in a rear transaxle configuration and should provide smoother shifting and even better performance than the existing hydraulically-actuated units that Ferrari currently uses. Acceleration to 60 mph should come in under 4.0 seconds.
The California is also Ferrari's first retractable hardtop convertible. From the shape of the hood scoop and headlights to the sweep of the rear fenders and vents behind the front wheels this car obviously draws on the heritage of the original 1960s 250 GT California. At the same time, it's blended with modern Ferrari design elements drawn from the current F430 and 599. We're looking forward to seeing much more of this car over the months leading up to the Paris Motor Show!
http://www.autoblog.com/2008/05/13/new-fer...fornia-exposed/[/b]
Looks like a C6 and a Solstice had sex and this was the result.
I hate to say it, but I find it rather hideous.
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by Rich
^You sir, are a jackass :P
I love it, even if it is a convertible.
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by tsx_guy
wow...just wow...beautiful, sleek, smooth curves, supple leather seats, smoking hot engine and topless....sold!
Just like RMSpeed6's wife (aside from the engine part) just kidding.
off to take a cold show.
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by Huzer21
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (RMSpeed6 @ May 13 2008, 11:58 AM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=45905]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>
Looks like a C6 and a Solstice had sex and this was the result.
I hate to say it, but I find it rather hideous.[/b]
To be honest, it doesn't look like either to me. Rather, it's got a strong family resemblance to the Alfa 8C.
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by S4poor
Bah, C6 & Solstice off spring ;-)
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by S4poor
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Rich @ May 13 2008, 12:10 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=45908]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>
^You sir, are a jackass :P
I love it, even if it is a convertible.[/b]
You Sir are....
100% correct ;-)
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by S4poor
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (6i_guy @ May 13 2008, 12:10 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=45909]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>
wow...just wow...beautiful, sleek, smooth curves, supple leather seats, smoking hot engine and topless....sold!
Just like RMSpeed6's wife (aside from the engine part) just kidding.
off to take a cold show.
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Even funnier, she's been to more Mazda meets than you. For a whopping total of 1. Kidding also ;-)
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by S4poor
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (Huzer21 @ May 13 2008, 12:11 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=45910]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>
To be honest, it doesn't look like either to me. Rather, it's got a strong family resemblance to the Alfa 8C.[/b]
I agree, it also resembles the 8c
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by rush24
Very nice car......
I want one....Looks classy....They didn't over do it on this car.....
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by ZoomPrincess
love love love it!!
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by SpeedRacer
reminds me of an aston martin... way to go ferrari... yay for originality :P
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by GR-8
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE (SpeedRacer @ May 13 2008, 01:01 PM) [url=index.php?act=findpost&pid=45930]<{POST_SNAPBACK}>[/url]</div>
reminds me of an aston martin... way to go ferrari... yay for originality :P[/b]
Lol that's what I thought when I saw that second pic of the front/side. It looks awesome in the first pic. That second pic looks odd. I would take this over that Lambo you posted.
Posted: Tue May 13, 2008 9:14
by SpeedRacer
f U ^^