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Ferrari 296 GTS with better aerodynamics and more power

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After last year’s coupe 296 GTB, another Ferrari model underwent the treatment of the German tuner Novitec. Like all the previous ones, this Ferrari 296 GTS got carbon components and more power.

Novitec equipped the 296 GTS with carbon components such as the front lip spoiler, side skirts, side mirror housings, side intake details, diffuser and ducktail spoiler. The car has a hydraulic system that raises the front axle up to 40 mm, and a set of sports springs is installed that lowers the car by 35 mm. There are also 21″ front and 22″ rear Novitec NF 10 alloy wheels with five delicate twin spokes by Vossen, available in 72 colors with a brushed or polished finish, wrapped in 255/30 ZR front and 335/25 ZR rear tires.

Buyers can order exhaust systems with actively controlled butterfly valves integrated into the exhaust system, 100-cell sports catalytic converters that increase engine power by 38 hp (28 kW). Exhaust pipes are available with carbon coating or gold plating, and depending on the configuration, a stainless steel and Inconel exhaust system is also available and offers better thermal insulation.

Novitec also offers interior modifications, which include new leather and Alcantara upholstery in the color of your choice. Novitec offers cockpit refinement using the finest leather and Alcantara in an almost endless variety of colors, for all Ferrari models to express maximum individuality.

When it comes to the powertrain, the 296 GTS is still powered by a 3.0-L V6 twin-turbo engine combined with an MGU-K electric motor for a total output of 868 hp (638 kW). As a reminder, the standard 296 GTS has 819 hp (610 kW).

Source: Novitec

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Ferrari 296 GTS with better aerodynamic and more power
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Ferrari is dropping navigation from its cars

Ferrari is a brand of expensive sports cars that have always been equipped with exclusive technology, but with the passage of time and the development of technologies, some solutions become unnecessary. Thus, the Italian manufacturer informed all potential future customers that they will not be able to get navigation in their cars. Not even with an extra charge.

The reason for this decision is the ever-improving navigation apps that offer more data and regular updates. Really, when was the last time you used your car navigation instead of your mobile phone?

“We did it because we think the phone and the fantastic phone mirroring is the simplest option and the most up-to-date system. Our cars are not used every day and we don’t want our customers to find out every time they drive their Ferrari what kind of system they have to use. They have a phone, they have their Apple and Google Maps or whatever,” said Ferrari marketing chief Emanuele Carando.

Source: Ferrari

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Rare 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider for sale

At the 1960 Geneva Motor Show, Ferrari revealed a new car based on the 250 GT Berlinetta SWB, the Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider. It is an extremely rare car which makes it a highly desirable collector’s car. One example, actually the first ever produced and one of four in the world, is owned by former German football player Michael Ballack. Now this car will be auctioned in August, and the estimated value is $16,000,000 – $18,000,000 USD.

“It is extremely difficult to come across a car as interesting to collectors as this California Spider. An icon among icons that has a unique place in Ferrari history, as it is the first 250 GT SWB California Spider ever built. It was even in the Ferrari window at the 1960 Geneva Motor Show,” said an RM Sotheby’s spokesperson.

This 250 GT SWB California Spider is powered by a competition-spec Tipo 168 engine that enables acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 7.2 seconds with a top speed of 233 km/h (145 mph).

The car is in excellent condition and is equipped with covered headlights and factory removable hardtop, and comes with Ferrari Classiche Red Book certified with original ‘numbers matching’ engine, gearbox, rear axle and bodywork.

Ballack was close friend with Michael Schumacher, which had an impact on the growth of his passion for motorsport and the Ferrari brand.

Source: RM Sotheby’s

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Rare 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider for sale