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Old 05-13-2008, 07:37 PM
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Ferrari has just released official photographs of its California, set to be unveiled the Paris Motor Show in October. The new model, which joins the flagship 612 Scaglietti in the Grand Tourer segment, will be available exclusively as a convertible with a folding hard top. As with other Ferraris, both the chassis and bodywork are aluminum, but the California will be powered by a new mid-front mounted V8 engine for the first in the marque's history. Sporting classic Ferrari styling cues, the new model also features several innovations. Apart from its folding hard top, the original 2+ concept is also said to guarantee exceptional versatility at the rear of the car. The cabin has been trimmed by Ferrari's own artisans using quality materials and features new accessories and equipment, such as the seats, steering wheel, instrument panel and infotainment system. Power will be sourced through Ferrari's 4.3-liter V8 engine which generates 454hp, claimed to enable the California to sprint to 62mph from a standstill in less than four seconds. A seven speed dual clutch transmission, new multilink rear suspension system, Ferrari's exclusive 'F1-Trac' traction control system and carbon-ceramic Brembo brakes top out the list of standard features for the new GT.
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that thing is SEX!!!!!!!!!!!
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Buy me one too!
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Very nice....
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WOW.....breathtaking to say the least. ferrari has churned out some pretty ugly cars during the 21st century, but IMHO this is seriously the sexiest ferrari since the 456M and the 348. seeeeeexy!
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finally a good looking ferrari , it's been YEARS since they've had one of those.
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Hmmm, interesting. I thought it was kinda boring. If I win a california can I trade it in on a 430 or even a 550 Maranello? :D
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Originally Posted by hotbox05
finally a good looking ferrari , it's been YEARS since they've had one of those.
this is true. since the F50 and the 550 Maranello.
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New Pics with the top up and in 60's blue paint.



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Old 05-30-2008, 10:09 PM
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i like the old look ferrari much better.. personally..
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I love the car, but hate the wheels..
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Wow! I like it in blue.
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I saw one today! it looks so much better in person!
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Fap!

You saw one on the road or in a showroom? I wana see one now! I work out in Newport Beach too. Should see some soon enough.
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Don't really like it....Doesn't scream Ferrari to me =( doesn't have uniqueness per se

When I'll have the money, I will not be purchasing this one
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Reminds me of a Lexus SC430/Maserati..
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Originally Posted by ChelsDS
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You saw one on the road or in a showroom? I wana see one now! I work out in Newport Beach too. Should see some soon enough.
on the road, making a left right in front of me it was nice
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that car is amazing.....o i wish i could test drive
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Originally Posted by tC4italy
Don't really like it....Doesn't scream Ferrari to me =( doesn't have uniqueness per se
When I'll have the money, I will not be purchasing this one
Feel the same.
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