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Ferrari is launching a special edition of its 599 GTB Fiorano equipped with the HGTE (Handling Grand Turismo Evoluzione) package, which will be built in a highly exclusive run of less than a dozen cars. The special edition models go by the name ‘599 GTB Fiorano HGTE China Limited Edition’ and were developed together with Chinese artist Lu Hao.

The models come in a two-tone color scheme, featuring a special Rosso Fuoco red paint scheme and a grey roof. A special touch added by Hao is an ancient Chinese script called "Xiao Zhuan" to engrave a name plaque for each edition as well as mark the car throughout, such as on the engine...

Ferrari is launching a special edition of its 599 GTB Fiorano equipped with the HGTE (Handling Grand Turismo Evoluzione) package, which will be built in a highly exclusive run of less than a dozen cars. The special edition models go by the name ‘599 GTB Fiorano HGTE China Limited Edition’ and were developed together with Chinese artist Lu Hao. The models come in a two-tone color scheme, featuring a special Rosso Fuoco red paint scheme and a grey roof. A special touch added by Hao is an ancient Chinese script called "Xiao Zhuan" to engrave a name plaque for each edition as well as mark the car throughout, such as on the engine starter button and the rev counter. Hao has also created a special one-off model that features a cracked glaze pattern designed to mimic the famed Ge Liln porcelain of the Song Dynasty, of which today there remains only a few hundred pieces. There is also a jade engine starter button as well as Hao’s signature. This one-off 599 GTB Fiorano HGTE China Limited Edition will be auctioned off at a charity gala auction in Beijing that Ferrari will be holding on November 3. For more information on the HGTE package, click here for our story following its launch at March’s Geneva Auto Show. [WorldCarFans] Read More

German tuner Novitec Rosso has released details about a new modified Ferrari 599 GTB that builds upon its previous version by adding a new forced-induction system. The new package consists of a subtle styling kit for increased downforce, as well as some mild handling upgrades, and a supercharger kit.

The new developments increase power output of the car’s 6.0-liter V-12 engine by 40 horsepower--up to 660 horsepower--without any alterations to the inner workings.

The conversion consists of new engine electronics and a complete Novitec Rosso stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system. The new engine management system comprises new...

German tuner Novitec Rosso has released details about a new modified Ferrari 599 GTB that builds upon its previous version by adding a new forced-induction system. The new package consists of a subtle styling kit for increased downforce, as well as some mild handling upgrades, and a supercharger kit. The new developments increase power output of the car’s 6.0-liter V-12 engine by 40 horsepower--up to 660 horsepower--without any alterations to the inner workings. The conversion consists of new engine electronics and a complete Novitec Rosso stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system. The new engine management system comprises new mapping for ignition and injection as well as increase in maximum engine speed to 8,550rpm. Throttle response of the force-fed engine is said to be crisper with more power and torque coming in at lower revs. The higher redline speed also increases top speed to 208 mph. Also on offer is a new aero kit that consists of a new front lip, side skirts with larger air intake openings, side flaps, a new rear wing and a bumper with an integrated diffuser. The car also gets new 20 inch wheels at the front with larger 21 inch wheels at the rear and 355 mm Pirelli P Zeros. Other changes to the 599 include a KW Automotive adjustable aluminum suspension kit, as well as 405 mm brake discs with Brembo six piston calipers. Read More

Back at March’s Geneva Motor Show Ferrari gave the world a preview of its latest ‘Laboratorio Technologico’ 599XX experimental car, but apart from a single live image few visual details of the car were revealed. Today, we have a gallery of live images, showcasing every minor aspect of the car in high-resolution detail.

The oddly named 599XX is described as a technological laboratory aimed at a select group of clients. It incorporates the most advanced technologies resulting from Ferrari’s road-going and F1 research, with many elements appearing for the first time. Similar to previous Enzo-based FXX model, Ferrari... Back at March’s Geneva Motor Show Ferrari gave the world a preview of its latest ‘Laboratorio Technologico’ 599XX experimental car, but apart from a single live image few visual details of the car were revealed. Today, we have a gallery of live images, showcasing every minor aspect of the car in high-resolution detail. The oddly named 599XX is described as a technological laboratory aimed at a select group of clients. It incorporates the most advanced technologies resulting from Ferrari’s road-going and F1 research, with many elements appearing for the first time. Similar to previous Enzo-based FXX model, Ferrari will be organising a programme of dedicated track events for the 599XX in 2010 and 2011. While based on the 599 GTB Fiorano with the same transaxle layout and engine type, this prototype is an extreme track car. Ferrari’s engineers have carried out extensive work on the engine’s combustion chambers and inlet and exhaust tracts. These modifications helped achieve the target power output of 700hp (522kW) at 9,000 rpm. Particular attention was also paid to cutting the weight of the engine unit components. This was achieved both by optimizing forms – as in the new crankshaft – and adopting exclusive materials, as in the carbon-fiber used for the intake plenums. A new gearbox shift strategy also cuts overall gearchange times to just 60ms. The 599XX’s aerodynamics was honed in numerous wind tunnel test sessions with the result that the car now boasts 280kg of downforce at 200km/h (630kg at 300km/h). The front underside of the body is completely faired-in and the vents that channel hot air from the engine bay have been moved to the bonnet. Winglets have been added to the rear buttresses to increase downforce, while synthetic jets have also been incorporated into the rear of the car to control and smooth the air flow and to reduce drag. Ferrari’s engineers have also used F1-derived “doughnuts” which partly cover the brake discs and wheel rim. These have the dual function of improving both aerodynamics and brake cooling. Conceived exclusively for track but not official competition use, and thus unrestricted by racing regulations, the car incorporates the very best of Ferrari technology. The multitude of aerodynamic, electronic control and handling innovations used together for the first time on a single car make this model a genuine technological laboratory. The solutions adopted for the 599XX – many of which will remain exclusive to it - enhance its levels of performance and can be summed up in one highly relevant statistic: a Fiorano lap time of just 1 minute and 17 seconds.2009 Ferrari 599XX conceptLive shots of Ferrari’s ‘Laboratorio Technologico’ 599XX experimental car Read More

Though the California convertible has grabbed almost all the attention paid to Ferrari in the media recently, the 599 GTB is still just as formidable and attractive as it was the day it hit the streets. For some extremists, however, even a car as superb as the 599 isn’t completely up to scratch.

Common criticisms of the 599 is that the car leans too heavily into corners when pushed to the limits, which in turn reduces turn in and leads to slower lap times. Ferrari engineers have analysed the problem and as they have done with the 575 and 612 before it, the 599 can now be ordered with a new track focused handling package. Called the... Though the California convertible has grabbed almost all the attention paid to Ferrari in the media recently, the 599 GTB is still just as formidable and attractive as it was the day it hit the streets. For some extremists, however, even a car as superb as the 599 isn’t completely up to scratch. Common criticisms of the 599 is that the car leans too heavily into corners when pushed to the limits, which in turn reduces turn in and leads to slower lap times. Ferrari engineers have analysed the problem and as they have done with the 575 and 612 before it, the 599 can now be ordered with a new track focused handling package. Called the Handling Grand Turismo Evoluzione (HGTE), the new upgrade was first revealed at March’s Geneva Motor Show. The HGTE package is designed to deliver even sportier, more dynamic driving. The technical modifications introduced include a modified set-up with stiffer springs and rear anti-roll bar as well as new calibration settings for the magnetorheological shock absorbers when the manettino is at its sportier settings. The ride height has been lowered, which in turn lowers the car’s centre of gravity. The package also includes specifically optimised tires featuring a compound that offers even better grip. Furthermore, the car’s electronics have also evolved to ensure even more prompt response to driver commands. The F1 gearbox’s shifts are now even faster in high-performance settings, while a new engine software strategy has improved accelerator response. The end result is a 0-100km/h time of just 3.7 seconds and a new lap time for Ferrari’s famed Fiorano test track of 1m 26.5s – only 1.5s slower than the lighter and stiffer F430 Scuderia street-legal race car. From a styling point of view, the HGTE package includes some distinctively sporty exterior and interior features with carbon-fiber widely used throughout the bodywork. The 20in split-rim wheels are new, and are available with a special diamond-cut matte silver finish. The rear diffuser is finished in matte black to underscore the car’s new set-up and highlight the chromed tail pipes. The cabin is sportier, too, thanks to a mix of full-grain leather, black Alcantara and carbon-fiber trim. Embroidered in contrasting stitching on the headrest are a Prancing Horse and the words “Handling GTE”. Below is a list of Fiorano lap times for some important Ferraris: F2008 F1 car - 59.1s F430 Scuderia - 1m 23.9s Enzo – 1m 24.9s 599 HGTE – 1m 26.5s F50 – 1m 27s F430 – 1m 27s F40 – 1m 29.6s Ferrari in the UK has also just announced the HGTE pack will be available as an aftermarket option for £17,213 (US$28,000) or £19,703 (US$33,000). The more expensive pack comes with handling improvements, better exhaust, more performance, and aesthetic touches, while the less expensive one misses out on the performance benefits. A full run-down of the benefits are listed below. 1) Handling, includes: * Lower suspension (10mm) * New magnetorheologically controlled suspension calibration for the Manettino SPORT and RACE configurations * More rigid suspension springs (front + 17%, rear + 15%) * More rigid rear anti-roll bars (diameter increased to 25mm) * HGTE specific tyres with improved compound (8% more grip) * 3-piece modular rims with reduced weight (forged spokes) and special new design 2) Performance (only available for post-2008 cars, from engine no. 122779), includes: * New exhausts silencers with two-tone finish tailpipes * Enhanced F1 gearshift actuation, with response times reduced to 85ms * New accelerator logic with modified mapping for improved throttle response N.B. The Performance kit cannot be installed on cars with manual gearboxes. 3) Exhaust, includes: * New exhausts silencers with two-tone finish tailpipes The Exhaust kit is designed for: * vehicles that cannot receive the software updates listed in the Performance kit since the engine was produced before assembly number 122779 (pre-2008) * all cars with manual gearboxes * clients who are only interested in modifying the styling and sound of their own cars N.B. The Exhaust kit is included in the Performance kit, for cars post-2008. 4) Aesthetic, includes: * New design front grille with a special chromatic treatment * Burnished finish to Prancing Horse symbols on the front grill and rear boot lid2009 Ferrari 599 GTB HGTE package Read More

For a lot of people, any car that wears a Prancing Horse badge is good enough. And no one can deny the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is one of the best examples of a GT car available. But to have the car owned by the man at the helm of the legendary brand, that's on another level.

But that's exactly what Ferrari Chairman Luca di Montezemolo is offering - an opportunity to bid for and win his personal 599 GTB Fiorano. The car will be offered in an online auction with the proceeds to benefit a charity that funds young researches working on projects of technological innovation.

The car itself is a standard 2006 599 GTB Fiorano, equipped with the F1... For a lot of people, any car that wears a Prancing Horse badge is good enough. And no one can deny the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is one of the best examples of a GT car available. But to have the car owned by the man at the helm of the legendary brand, that's on another level. But that's exactly what Ferrari Chairman Luca di Montezemolo is offering - an opportunity to bid for and win his personal 599 GTB Fiorano. The car will be offered in an online auction with the proceeds to benefit a charity that funds young researches working on projects of technological innovation. The car itself is a standard 2006 599 GTB Fiorano, equipped with the F1 gearbox, Rosso Monza exterior paint, charcoal leather interior trim, carbon-ceramic brake discs, carbon fiber interior details and only 5,776km (3,589mi) on the clock. Bidding for the car is open, with a scheduled end date of June 29 at 3:00pm GMT. The current bid sits at €180,000 ($250,000). To find our more or place your own bid, check out the official site.Ferrari 599 GTB FioranoLuca di Montezemolo to auction his personal Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Read More

Most people are satisfied with the performance and handling of a stock Ferrari. It is, after all, a Ferrari. But for those with even higher standards, Ferrari has created the Handling GT Evoluzione (HGTE) package, revealed in March at the Geneva Motor Show. This week, seven-time F1 champ Michael Schumacher took the car for a 20-lap test at the circuit in Fiorano.

The car's lap time around the Fiorano test track is already known - Ferrari says it's capable of a 1 minute, 26.5 second trip. That's not just quick, it's seriously quick - the legendary F40 takes 3.1 seconds longer, while the current F430 takes another half second, as does the F50... Most people are satisfied with the performance and handling of a stock Ferrari. It is, after all, a Ferrari. But for those with even higher standards, Ferrari has created the Handling GT Evoluzione (HGTE) package, revealed in March at the Geneva Motor Show. This week, seven-time F1 champ Michael Schumacher took the car for a 20-lap test at the circuit in Fiorano. The car's lap time around the Fiorano test track is already known - Ferrari says it's capable of a 1 minute, 26.5 second trip. That's not just quick, it's seriously quick - the legendary F40 takes 3.1 seconds longer, while the current F430 takes another half second, as does the F50 supercar. Schumacher drove the car as part of the factory's Pilota Ferrari driving course, but his times haven't been released. The Pilota Ferrari driving courses give Ferrari owners a comprehensive range of expert tuition designed to progressively instruct drivers in the art of performance driving, enabling them to use their full potential in absolute safety, both on the track and on the road. Four levels of courses are available - Basic, Advanced, Evolution and Challenge, along with a special On Ice course, and they are available in the U.S., China, Japan and of course, Italy. Check out the gallery below to see Schumacher and the 599 HGTE in action.2009 Ferrari 599 GTB HGTE packageMichael Schumacher tracks the Ferrari 599 GTB HGTE at Fiorano Read More