Ferrari

When Enzo Ferrari created his company Scuderia Ferrari in Italy in 1929 his intentions was to sponsor amateur race car drivers and invent racing cars, and it would take more than 15 years before Ferrari began to create their own road cars in 1946. Ferrari is still devoted to the creation of racing cars and high performance sports cars and do not create other types of cars. Scuderia Ferrari is still the widespread name for Gestione Sportiva, the part of the Ferrari company that works with racing. Scuderia is an Italian word and means "stable", but Scuderia Ferrari is sometime also translated as Team Ferrari.

During the early years, Scuderia Ferrari sponsored race car drivers that were driving Alfa Romeo cars. Scuderia Ferrari would prepare Alfa Romeo cars before the race, and in 1938 Enzo Ferrari became officially employed by Alfa Romeo's racing department. Two years later Enzo Ferrari found out that Alfa Romeo was planning to absorb Scuderia Ferrari, a plan which Enzo Ferrari strongly opposed. He instantly left his job at Alfa Romeo, but his contract restricted him from being involved with racing for several years. He changed Scuderia Ferrari into "Auto Avio Costruzioni Ferrari" and officially manufactured aircraft accessories for a few years. Enzo Ferrari did however create a race car during this restricted period. The Tipo 815 debuted at the Mille Miglia race in 1940, but the race was hampered due to World War II and Tipo 815 encountered no real competition. In 1943 Enzo Ferrari moved his factory to Maranello in Italy and one year later the factory was bombed. After the end of World War II, Enzo Ferrari rebuilt his factory and now the Ferrari factory was capable of construction road cars as well.

Ferrari constructed its first road car in 1947. The 1947 125 S Ferrari had a 1.5 L V12 engine and the whole car was considered very beautiful and well designed. Enzo Ferrari was still more interested in race cars and the Ferrari road cars was merely a way for him to fund his work with the Scuderia Ferrari. His distaste for the road car customers became famous and he even accused them of buying Ferrari cars only as status symbols. It is true that the Ferrari road cars grow to fame not only due to excellent performance but also thanks to their stylish elegance. Pininfarina, Bertone, Ghia, Scagliette, Touring and Vignale are all examples of design houses that have worked with Ferrari.

In November 1961 a dispute between Enzo Ferrari and his sales manager, Girolamo Gardini, turned into a crisis. Girolamo Gardini threatened to leave the company. Enzo Ferrari responded to the threat by throwing out Girolamo Gardini, and several employees who agreed with Girolamo Gardini were also ousted. Among them were Romolo Tavoni, manager for Scuderia Ferrari, Giotto Bizzarrini, the chief of the experimental sports car development, and Carlo Chiti, the chief engineer. This was naturally a huge loss for the Ferrari company and the crisis deepened when those who had been thrown out formed their own company - Automobili Turismo e Sport (ATS). ATS even managed to take over Scuderia Serenissima, a very successful racing team, from Ferrari.

A younger engineer, Mauro Forghieri, and an experienced racing bodyman, Sergio Scaglietti, assumed responsibility and tried to finish the projects that the leaving employees had left behind. One of the most important tasks was to finish the development of 250 GTO; a new 250-based model that could compete with the Jaguar E-type. The 250 GTO was finished in time to participate in the Sebring race and place itself first in class, driven by Phil Hill. Throughout 1962, the 250 GTO continued to win the races and it is still one of the most well known race cars in history. The crisis turned out to be something good for Ferrari and the 1960s became a very good decade for the company.

Until the 1980s when Ferrari began to use fuel injection in the road cars, the Ferraris were known as rather temperamental cars. They could be very unreliable, but would still attract a large group of dedicated fans that viewed this unpredictability as "character" rather than a problem. Today, FIAT controls 56 percent of the Ferrari stocks. The rest of stocks owned by Enzo's con Piero Ferrari and by Commerzbank, Mediobanca and the Lehman Brothers. Maranello is still the home town for Ferrari.

Ferrari 458 Spider restyled by A. Kahn Design

A. Kahn Design has recently conducted a series of styling changes on a Ferrari 458 Spider. The car seen here is wearing an attractive Grigio Alloy paint and rides on Monza forged alloy wheels which are available in a wide variety of colors and come with the original center caps. It has also received a lowered suspension, black-painted brake calipers, matt rear styling detail and updated front sections.

A series of modifications were brought to the interior as well where UK-based Kahn Design applied its "bespoke touch" and went for a luxurious Nero cabin.

Source: A. Kahn Design

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta by Revozport

Revozport has introduced a new styling program for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. Dubbed the RZF-12, the model features a carbon front splitter ($2100), carbon fiber side skirts ($2900) and a carbon fiber rear spoiler ($1300). If that's not enough carbon, the company also offers a carbon fiber fog light cover ($380) and a carbon fiber rear diffuser ($2900).

Customers can also order a TITAV titanium exhaust system ($7490) and a seven-piece carbon fiber engine cover kit ($6800) that will leave people "speechless when you open your hood."

While the styling package might not win everyone over, Revozport said they wanted to keep things "simple and elegant" to maintain the classy look of the car.

Source: Revozport

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Spia by DMC Germany

DMC Germany has released some new details about their tuning program for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. Dubbed the Spia, the model has been equipped with a carbon fiber body kit that includes a front splitter, revised side skirts, a rear diffuser and a 599XX-inspired spoiler. The model also has a carbon fiber hood, tinted taillights, a roof-mounted scoop and 21- / 22-inch forged alloy wheels with Pirelli Sport tires.

No specific interior upgrades were given, but customers can order a bespoke cabin with Italian leather upholstery, carbon fiber trim and a sport steering wheel.

Under the hood, the 6.2-liter (6262cc) V12 engine has been equipped with a titanium exhaust system that enables it to produce 764 HP (562 kW) - an increase of 24 HP (18 kW). Detailed performance specifications were not released but DMC claims the car can hit a top speed of nearly 350 km/h (217 mph).

Source: DMC

NEW FUTURISTIC FERRARI SPORT CAR DESIGNS

Ferrari FF by Wheelsandmore

Wheelsandmore has prepared an upgrade kit for the Ferrari FF. The program begins with a new set of 6 Sporz² ultra-light forged wheels measuring 9.5x21 and 12x22 inches (front / rear) wrapped around in Pirelli P Zero Nero rubbers. There's also a proprietary stainless steel exhaust system featuring remote-operable valve flaps. The tuner says they are working on a new coilover and springs for the FF's suspension which should bring the car closer to the ground by 25mm (0.98 inches).

The stage 1 power boost costs 3,782 EUR and includes a remapped ECU and chip tuning which lifts output from 660 HP (485 kW) and 504 lb-ft (683 Nm) to 684 HP (503 kW) and 520 lb-ft (705 Nm). Stage 2 is available for 9,244 EUR and increases power to 700 HP (515 kW) and 527 lb-ft (715 Nm) thanks to the aforementioned exhaust and an ECU upgrade.

Source: Wheelsandmore

DMC F12 Berlinetta SPIA

DMC has prepared an upgrade program for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. They were able to lift the output of the V12 6.2-liter engine from 740 HP (544 kW) to 764 HP (562 kW) by installing a custom titanium exhaust system which enables the supercar to reach a maximum speed of almost 350 km/h (217 mph). The next order of business was to develop a carbon fiber body kit that makes the F12 look even more aggressive. The stock hood has been replaced by a carbon fiber variant, while the roof scoop is also a novelty. There's also a prominent new lip splitter which DMC says it improves road stability, along with a new set of side skirts using a pair of diffuser plates, while at the back it gets a 599XX-inspired spoiler wing. As a final touch, DMC has installed a new set of 21/22-inch (front/rear) alloys with Pirelli Sport Tires measuring 255/30 and 332/25, respectively.

Source: DMC

Ferrari California modified by CDC Performance

CDC Performance has launched an upgrade kit for the Ferrari California. By installing a supercharger system with intercooling, output of the V8 4.3-liter has been increased to about 600 hp (447 kW) and 442 lb-ft (600 Nm) of torque. It also has a custom exhaust system with a new muffler that has a valve system operated on the RACE button.

There's also a suspension lift system that can raise the front of the convertible by 40 mm at the touch of a button. It sits on VSU FORGED alloys measuring 9x21 with 225/30 R21 tires at the front and 12x22 with 315/25 R22 rubbers for the rear axle.

In terms of styling, we notice new aero components such as the front spoiler, grille and rear diffuser. All the aerodynamic parts are made from carbon fiber, while the trunk has received an Alcantara finish with Rosso stitching.

Source: CDC Performance

Press release:

CDC Performance Project "CALIFORNIA"

The Exclusive tuners CDC International GmbH from Neuenmarkt in Germany brings with label CDC PERFORMANCE through styled for the Ferrari California Custom Programm to the public.

The modifications to the exterior area of the vehicle refers to the changed aerodynamic components such as front spoiler, rear diffuser, front grille and license plate. These components were manufactured in carbon. Next, our black side markers were used.
The trunk of California has been our work to that of a Ferrari's meet, finishing in Alcantara with stitching in Rosso.

Not only in design and appearance, we can modify the vehicle. The intervention in the perfromance creates speed, agility, safety and confidence.
In detail, these changes relate to the following modules:

- ENGINE
The Supercharger system with intercooling provides the California tremendous mileage.
The vehicle's power is raised to about 600 hp and 600 NM thereby. We achieve this by 0,38 bar boost. The drive toward the front ends only after the 300 km / h mark.

- SUSPENSION
Used here comes a suspension lift system that raises the California push of a button to 40mm and thus can Easily overcome the obstacles.
To reach the desired depth, and the vehicle wheels so harmoniously stand
yet our springs are installed in conjunction with the lift system, so that we achieve a lowering by -40/40mm.

- WHEELS
Our VSU FORGED alloy wheels which have been machined from aluminum with a CNC are custom made in size, design and finish of the California extra. They fit perfectly into the Siluette of California.

Were built here, 12.0 x22.0 with 315/25-22 on the rear axle and 255/30-21 at the front axle with 9.0x21.0.

- EXHAUST SYSTEM
The prepared for the California standalone exhaust system lies in a sound experience. The muffler is equipped with a valve system which operated on the RACE-button. With the flip closed, you can enjoy the tranquility of a V8 luxury sedan, after pressing and flip open your 8-cylinder sports car experience.

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Ferrari F12 Berlinetta performance package by Novitec Rosso

Novitec Rosso has prepared its first performance package for the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. They were able to increase the output of the engine to 763 HP (561.5 kW) at 8,500 rpm, up from the standard 740 HP (545 kW). The torque figure has also gone up from 509 lb-ft (690 Nm) to 518 lb-ft (703 Nm) at 6,300 rpm. As a result, the F12 Berlinetta is now able to reach a top speed of more than 345 km/h (213 mph) compared to the standard 340 km/h (211 mph). The power hike comes from a better management of the V12 6.2-liter engine which revs up to 8,500 rpm. Novitec Rosso also offers 21-inch front wheels with Pirelli high-performance tires measuring 255/30 ZR 21, while at the back it rides on 22-inch alloys with 335/25 ZR 22 rubbers. The sport springs lower the F12's ride height by up to 40mm, while the front axle can be fitted with a lifting system that raises the front's car by up to 40mm. The driver will be able to change the exhaust system's note to a sportier tune by using the steering wheel-mounted Manettino switch which will open or close the butterfly valves in the exhaust. More engine upgrades and an aero kit are under development.

Source: Novitec Rosso

Press release:

The Ferrari F12berlinetta has arrived! The first vehicles have just been delivered to their proud owners and already NOVITEC ROSSO, the world's leading tuner for the powerhouses from Maranello, ignites the first tuning stage: The V12 Coupe receives a power upgrade to 561.5 kW / 763 hp, giving it a new top speed of more than 345 km/h. The car's appearance and handling are further improved with NOVITEC ROSSO sport springs and high-tech forged wheels with diameters of up to 22 inches. Exclusive interior appointments round out the product line-up for the two-seater.
Performance optimization and an even sportier exhaust note at the push of a button. The first performance package for the 6.3-liter V12 of the F12berlinetta leaves the inner workings of the engine untouched. Newly calibrated mapping for injection and ignition boost peak power output from standard 545 kW / 740 hp to 561.5 kW / 763 hp at 8,500 rpm. Peak torque grows to 703 Nm at 6,300 rpm.
The NOVITEC ROSSO engine management systems does more than just optimize peak power output, pulling power and throttle response. Raising the redline speed to 8,900 rpm makes the spacing of the gears of the 7-speed F1 dual-clutch transmission working even better. This also benefits performance as evidenced by a new top speed in excess of 345 km/h.
The NOVITEC ROSSO performance kit also provides an acoustic highlight: After the conversion the driver of the F12berlinetta can change the exhaust note of the standard exhaust system from subtle to extremely sporty by turning the Manettino switch on the steering wheel to open or close the butterfly valves in the exhaust.
Additional performance stages NOVITEC ROSSO performance stages for the 12-cylinder engine and an aerodynamic-enhancement package are currently under development.
Wheels makes cars: This axiom naturally also holds true for the Ferrari F12berlinetta. As an upgrade to the 20-inch production wheels the NOVITEC ROSSO suspension engineers have developed two custom-tailored tire/wheel combinations. By choosing a staggered combination of 21-inch wheels in the front and 22-inch wheels in back the engineers not only emphasized the wedge-like shape of the new top-of-the-line Ferrari, they also refined its handling.
A particular bright spot offered by NOVITEC ROSSO is the high-tech forged wheel for the sports car. Despite its king-size dimension the NF4 wheel with five delicate double spokes is one of the lightest of its kind in the world. The resulting reduction in unsprung weight plays a significant role in the car's even more agile handling.
The NOVITEC ROSSO NF4 9.5Jx21 wheels for the front axle are mounted with Pirelli high-performance tires in size 255/30 ZR 21. For maximum traction the rear axle is fitted with size 12Jx22 wheels, shod with size 335/25 ZR 22 tires.
Also available for the F12berlinetta are three-piece NOVITEC ROSSO NF3 alloy wheels in sizes 9.5Jx21 in the front and 12Jx22 on the rear axle, mounted with the same tire sizes as the forged wheels. These wheels also have a striking design with five double spokes and polished outer flange. As for all other wheels, NOVITEC ROSSO offers individual color schemes, including outer flanges with carbon-fiber coating.
The exclusive appearance can for the time be upgraded further with black NOVITEC ROSSO side markers that will be complemented with black tail lights in the near future.
NOVITEC ROSSO sport springs lower the ride height of the Ferrari by up to 40 millimeters, lending the car an arresting appearance and further enhanced handling as the result of a lowered center of gravity.
For added utility the German specialists equip the F12berlinetta with a lifting system for the front axle. At the push of a button in the cockpit the front of the car can be raised by 40 millimeters to facilitate navigating obstacles such as underground garage entrance ramps or speed humps. Upon reaching a speed of 80 km/h the suspension automatically reverts to its original position.
NOVITEC ROSSO also offers total individuality in the interior. The product program offers countless options from carbon-fiber shift paddles to exclusive Alcantara and leather interiors in any desired color or upholstery design, each masterfully and meticulously crafted down to the last detail.