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Update: High-res Ferrari California images

Update: High-res Ferrari California images

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The first official images of Ferrari’s latest model, the all-new GT California convertible have finally been released after months of tantalizing spy shots and recent teasers. The new model will be available exclusively as a convertible and will feature several firsts for Ferrari including a new automatic folding hard-top, mid-front engine position and dual-clutch technology.

Both the chassis and bodywork are aluminum, and power is derived from a new 4.3L V8 unit with direct injection and a ‘flat’ crankshaft design. The new mill generates 460hp at 7,500rpm and allows the Ferrari California to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 4.0 seconds.

Drive is sent to the rear wheels via a brand new seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and is controlled with the same F1-Trac traction control system that debuted on the 599 GTB Fiorano. Brembo brakes featuring carbon-ceramic discs are fitted as standard.

The car will be officially unveiled to the public at the Paris Motor Show in October. However, over the coming weeks, new photographs and further details about it will also be published.
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  1. By Raptor Posted: 5/13/2008 6:22am PDT

    It's hot, I'm just not sure about those exhaust pipes. But I could probably get used of them.
     
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  2. By Alan Posted: 5/13/2008 7:03am PDT

    Not too bad looking, but is it just me or has it lost some of Ferrari design language? The tail pipe is IS-F, side profile reminds me of LF-A, and the tail shape and the grille at the back reminds me of TVR. However, i think it's a nice looking car overall, except for that hood scoope
     
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  3. By Wizards Lore Posted: 5/13/2008 7:50am PDT

    this reminds me of the one off Ferris Beuller Ferrari.....which i know wasnt a ferrari itself but a modified version of an existing model !
     
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  4. By Paulo Pinto Posted: 5/13/2008 8:15am PDT

    WANT!
     
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  5. By Jim Posted: 5/13/2008 8:30am PDT

    Boy GM really did a great job on the new Corvette, or maybe its Toyota hitting a home run with a Lexus. Tell me that that isn't a Ferrari.
     
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  6. By chris Posted: 5/13/2008 8:53am PDT

    finally a ferrari that I would want.
     
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  7. By Jason Posted: 5/13/2008 8:57am PDT

    good on everything but the tailpipes....could get used to them i suppose, full rear shot?
     
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  8. By admin Posted: 5/13/2008 9:11am PDT

    Ferrari has released only these 3 pictures so far. It seems to be a problem with cars released by the Fiat group. Their PR team thinks it's a good idea to only release 2-3 shots and annoy viewers/readers. They will release more in the coming weeks and obviously we'll add them. :)
     
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  9. By Gus Posted: 5/13/2008 9:49am PDT

    I used to think the F430 Cabrio was the best looking, not any more...
     
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  10. By Gunnar Posted: 5/13/2008 10:32am PDT

    I like the idea of reintroducing the go-kart Ferrari - the likes of which we've not seen since the F355. Trouble is, this GT California owes a little too many design cues to the Fiat Barchetta.
     
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  11. By Oeds Posted: 5/13/2008 11:08am PDT

    A real wannahave Ferrari !
    I hope Ferrari does not go all out on performance and gadgets to keep the price and maintenance costs affordable.
     
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  12. By CK Posted: 5/13/2008 11:22am PDT

    Where do you see design elements from the Fiat Barchetta? I also don't really see TVR and Lexus design in this car. It is a combination of existing models. Front comes from 612 & 599, grill from 550, rear reminds of a shrinked F430 & Enzo, the side view is also quite 599ish. The Barchetta looks like a boat compared to that^^
     
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  13. By christian Posted: 5/13/2008 11:30am PDT

    It will be interesting to see what ferrari markets the car like, are they thinking an everyday sports car, or one you bring out of the garage on sundays. The hardtop makes it sound like this could be a everyday sort of thing, something to finally compete with porsche as an all around sports car.
     
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  14. By the 1% Posted: 5/13/2008 11:37am PDT

    LAMBO>FERRARI ANYDAY! and this ugly monstrosity just proves it...its how the italians say, THATS A SPICY MEATBALL!
     
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  15. By Dre Posted: 5/13/2008 11:54am PDT

    Hmmmmm IS-F tail pipes....... Interesting
     
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  16. By Poke Posted: 5/13/2008 11:57am PDT

    By the sounds of this car having a hardtop, they are marketing it as an everyday sort of sports car, but i dont think it will be able to compete with porsche for that title. Porsche has come first in quality by jd power for the last 3 years.
     
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  17. By lexlife Posted: 5/13/2008 11:59am PDT

    Love it! Kudos Ferrari!!!
     
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  18. By rnsaza Posted: 5/13/2008 12:12pm PDT

    I can like!!!!
     
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  19. By Chris Posted: 5/13/2008 12:35pm PDT

    I wonder what pricing is going to be on this car, assuming this is going to be the entry level ferrari i wonder if production can keep up with demand having all ferrari's being mostly hand produced.
     
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  20. By Roy Posted: 5/13/2008 12:40pm PDT

    The pronounced wedge is a little Honda S2000, if you ask me. I think the front treatment is really nice, but the rear looks far from svelte. Were those extra two seats worth it? Perhaps. Will I lust after it? Of course!
     
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  21. By DocU Posted: 5/13/2008 1:37pm PDT

    I spoke with the GM of a Ferrari dealership last week. He said the price is to start around $175k. The 2+ configuration involves optioning for a storage deck vs. 2+2 seating (ala Porsche 911 Turbo). Production is to be higher than the current Ferrari's. This is so much so that Ferrari has asked their dealerships to expand their showrooms.
     
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  22. By Layne Posted: 5/13/2008 2:13pm PDT

    Hmmm. The sides of the car and especially the rear quarters look very contrived, and the back is way too "hunch back". And yet somehow, altogether, it just works. Strange. I'll wait until I see it alot more to really pass judgement
     
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  23. By ohmy Posted: 5/13/2008 3:08pm PDT

    yea dont like it, hopefully itll look better in person but as of now, cant say im a fan.
     
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  24. By STeAK Posted: 5/13/2008 3:56pm PDT

    WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH !!

    This Ferari looks really very good ;-)

    I want too
     
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  25. By Jay Posted: 5/13/2008 5:40pm PDT

    Ferrari still knows how to make cars :D
     
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  26. By Wizards Lore Posted: 5/13/2008 5:42pm PDT

    $175k...thats in the USA...means it will be over $400k here in australia
     
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  27. By Chris Posted: 5/13/2008 6:00pm PDT

    I cant believe they went with that stlye of exhaust, you know what they say if aint broke dont fix it---- they should stick with their original exhaust pattern. Anyways i finally saw a lexus is-f and that exhaust system looks like sh*t in real life.
     
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  28. By ally Posted: 5/14/2008 8:05am PDT

    wow its the most beautifull ferari i have ever seen.....it looks very exotic but the name doesnt sound exotic at all..I mean gallardo sounds kool...vanquish sounds kool...mustang sounds kool... but calafornia doesnt sound that kool...it just reminds me of the camper van made by vw i think that was also called calafornia....
     
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  29. By steve Posted: 5/14/2008 3:50pm PDT

    Am i the only one who thinks that apart from the back that thing is HIDEOUS!

    What happened to the beautiful Ferrari's like the 250GT's and the Dino's

    Yes to the performance No to the looks

    Give me the Aston Martin V8 Vantage Roadster anyday!
     
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  30. By nbsmatambo Posted: 5/14/2008 5:02pm PDT

    nice
     
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  31. By rapstar Posted: 5/16/2008 11:41am PDT

    It looks like a beefed up Solstice......since im poor, i'll just buy the supercharged 2.0L Pontiac...
     
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  32. By x__ Posted: 5/18/2008 5:41pm PDT

    rapstar, I hate to say it, but I think you're kinda right.....
     
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  33. By Gus Posted: 5/21/2008 7:47pm PDT

    Can't wait to get my a** handed to me by this car. I'm sure I'll be seeing the first ones here asap...
     
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  34. By Shawn Posted: 5/22/2008 10:42am PDT

    my dads boss put in his order a couple weeks ago, and they said he is most likely the first one to recieve his in north america
     
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  35. By Alex Posted: 5/23/2008 1:56am PDT

    chris i agree with you on those exhaust pipes.. never liked them from looking at a pic..seeing them in real life is even worse..which they would have stuck to original exhaust placements....
     
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  36. By burke Posted: 5/23/2008 8:03am PDT

    Just another Ferrari : The front looks 575 Maranello inspired, the rear is 348 GTS pretty much...Like a uniform for the rich...For me, Ferraris had better and more original looks in the '60s and the '70s
     
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  37. By Alan Posted: 5/23/2008 8:35am PDT

    60's and 70's Ferraris looks amazing, but there has being many other great looking Ferrari since. Personally i think 456 GT is the last great looking Ferrari
     
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  38. By aleen Posted: 5/24/2008 10:55am PDT

    am happy with my £500 car and it get me to A to B what else do i need
     
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  39. By nigel Posted: 6/2/2008 11:27am PDT

    If such pipes turns up before the is-f , I think it will be a perfect car!~
     
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  40. By Don Posted: 6/6/2008 1:06pm PDT

    Different,, Ferrari are really pushing the scope on thier new designs. Looks small and not 200 foot wide which should also appeal to Ferrari fans who are sick of driving on both sides of the road! And, in true Ferrai style will go like the clappers..
     
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  41. By nigel Posted: 7/17/2008 8:09am PDT

    I can't feel anything related to Beauty~~` sorry ~~
    labo gallado lp560-4 much much much better looking ....which makes me feel "Italian design"!
     
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  42. ma_mburleigh8 avatar mburleigh8 Posted: 11/11/2008 7:29pm PST

    I think this is one of the best Ferrari's that has been built in years.
     
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  43. ma_The Mii avatar The Mii Posted: 12/29/2008 8:46pm PST

    i like it. i like the way ferrari are playing with their design alot compared to other manufacturers such as porsche and aston martin. i mean look at AM, i know u think its pretty and all, but all their models look the same. yes if its not broken dont fix it, but it doesnt stir my senses anymore when i catch one in the streets.
     
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  44. By clooby Posted: 8/30/2009 2:38pm PDT

    This is one of the prettiest cars I have seen. It is far more attractive than any Jaguar, BMW, Benz or Porsche I've ever seen. For ferrari it's typical in aesthetics.
     
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