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Spy shots: Ferrari working on 599 Scuderia?

 
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The new 599 prototype features a pair of centrally mounted exhausts similar to those seen on the F430 Scuderia

The new 599 prototype features a pair of centrally mounted exhausts similar to those seen on the F430 Scuderia

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Ferrari has already shown off a new ‘Laboratorio Technologico’ 599XX experimental car based on the regular 599 GTB Fiorano, which was designed as a test-bed for future technologies and available only to a select group of client drivers. While that model showcases Ferrari’s racing technology and is designed exclusively for the track, a new 599 prototype caught testing on public roads in Europe suggests there could be another ‘tamer’ version of the stunning GT in the works.

This prototype, sporting a similar exhaust pipe design to the F430 Scuderia and a very different sound to the standard 599, suggests that the new model could be a more hardcore version built along the same lines as the F430 Scuderia.

Ferrari’s 599 has been on sale since 2006 so the introduction of a special edition could help to build excitement in the model line considering sales are starting to dip. However, there is also the possibility that this prototype could just be an engine test-mule for a new V12 design.

Earlier this week we saw the first spy shots of a test-mule for the 612 Scaglietti’s replacement, and this car is also expected to feature a brand new V12 design.
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  1. ma_HECTOR avatar HECTOR Posted: 4/24/2009 3:36am PDT

    It's hard to believe that sales of such a desirable car are dipping. Sure, some of it must be the economy but...

    Listen Ferrari. I'll take one off your hands if we can come to an agreement on installment payments. How 'bout it?
     
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  2. By  Tea Bags Posted: 12/3/2009 1:03am PST

    Is it a design feature of Scuderias? Because regardless of how light it is, the higher mounting point is a compromise in the event of a collision it is less likely to cause permanent damage (in a race). If the 599 scud is going to be a road car, then I personally see no point to it other than it following the f430 scud's design footsteps.
     
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