458 [Official] Ferrari 458 Speciale

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[Bucketslash11]

But the numbers are mind blowing - 135hp/litre - wtf !

the caparo T1 had 164hp/ltr

 

[martinbo]

"Had" being the operative word. If it wasn't catching fire it was busy going bust. Ah yes, the incredibly over-ambitious and ultimately unusable Caparo T1 - a crowning glory in its own right

 

[Bucketslash11]

"Had" being the operative word. If it wasn't catching fire it was busy going bust. Ah yes, the incredibly over-ambitious and ultimately unusable Caparo T1 - a crowning glory in its own right

or the fact that it's out of production now (i think there were 16 ever made)

 

[RS2000 4X4]

"Had" being the operative word. If it wasn't catching fire it was busy going bust. Ah yes, the incredibly over-ambitious and ultimately unusable Caparo T1 - a crowning glory in its own right

It is still alive, EVO did some research about it

 

[Rainer271]

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

I think only a WRX and Ferraris can pull off the gold wheel look and pull it off well. I think there were a few Macca F1's that also had gold wheel look and it looked good as well.

 

[Rolf]

I don't like the blue and white colour scheme on this one and also the front squared off nose section is not as pretty as the standard 458 Italia. The gold rims and engine do look sensational though!

 

[mini_cooper4]

I don't like the blue and white colour scheme on this one and also the front squared off nose section is not as pretty as the standard 458 Italia. The gold rims and engine do look sensational though!

Mate, "Dislike" gives bad reputation to members. I'm sure that you just "Disagree" with hoffmeister's comment.

 

[Rolf]

Mate, "Dislike" gives bad reputation to members. I'm sure that you just "Disagree" with hoffmeister's comment.

I apologize I actually pressed the wrong icon as I was using the ipad, actually I meant to "like" his comment.

 

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http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review...es/ferrari-458-speciale-uk-first-drive-review

 

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[RS2000 4X4]

Damn dude where's the rest??? Hubba hubba!!!

 

[klier]

Indeed, this should be just epic. I want the Porsche......I think......I still don't really love the looks of the Italia...

 

[Zafiro]

I had a dream tonight I was driving Ferrari 458 Speciale and than I woke up and I was like What the F. Typical me, my life is nothing but a dream!

 

[Mr Robert]

I like the 458 Norway, I really do, but I know I will never have one. I know I will have the Porsche.

 

[Rainer271]

Rumor: Will Ferrari Offer a Stunning 458 Speciale Spider?

There is an uncorroborated rumor that Ferrari is developing a Spider version of its thrilling 458 Speciale – the highest-performing variant of the 458 lineup.
The news solely emanates out of 4wheelnews and has popped up all over the web. They claim to have “inside sources” that confirmed Ferrari has given the go-ahead for this new convertible. Ferrari, so far, has no official comment on the matter.

It is important to offer some context. In January 2014, during the launch period of the Speciale coupe, Car magazine published an interview with Ferrari’s Technical Director, Roberto Fideli. The outlet asked specifically about the possibility of an open-roof variant of the Speciale. Here is what Fedeli had to say:

“I don’t think we will build a Spider version of the 458 Speciale, but ask me again in one-to-two years. With the 16M [the convertible 430 Scuderia] we had our 16 Formula 1 constructors’ championships to talk about and a lot of clients were asking for this kind of car, but we don’t redo the same exercise and always avoid repeating our past.”

If Fedeli is correct (and as he is Technical Director, so he has direct knowledge), it spells bad news for enthusiasts. However, on an unrelated note, Fedeli was also asked about turbocharged engines in the interview. He said, “We are developing a turbocharged V8 engine, but I don’t know when it will be ready to put in our cars.” One month later, in February, Ferrari released images and details of the turbocharged California T. Clearly, Fedeli was not forthcoming in his response.

Furthermore, Maranello is expected to debut a 458 successor imminently. Most reporting suggests it will feature a revised 458 chassis and a turbo V8. The timing of the new mid-engine car may be as good a reason as any for Ferrari to forgo a Speciale Spider.

Take this rumor with a healthy grain of salt. Neither the rumor site nor Ferrari can be fully trusted on this matter. Regardless, please enjoy the beautiful rendering below, courtesy of our friend Khalil from Virtuel Car.

 

[Observer1]

Different publication & journalist, same conclusion:

Supercar shootout – Ferrari 458 Speciale versus McLaren 650S | Autocar

We sample the best that Maranello and Woking can offer to decide who sits at the top of the supercar class

www.autocar.co.uk

 

[Monster]

Guys..calm down....

 

[Zafiro]

Paris Hilton own one of those McLaren BTW.