Not Your Uncle’s 456 M GT – The Ferrari 456 M GT for 2004
Standard equipment in the 456 M GT for 2003 and 2004 includes the 5.5 liter engine by Ferrari, weighing in at 12 cylinders and fourty eight valves. A 6-speed Standard Transaxle puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the 456 M GT.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 456 M GT uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The 456 M GT is 176.30 inches long, 75.60 inches wide, and 47.70 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 102.30 inches. It is able to seat 2 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the 456 M GT is 24 months, or Unlimited miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.
Pricing is a vital consideration when shopping for a car. The Ferrari 456 M GT lists at $176,075 when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-high price. This price was average compared to the industry average price for a 2-door coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2004 456 M GT’s standard fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected MFI style of design. The fuel capacity of the car is 25.10 gallons.
The 456 M GT Base received an fuel efficiency rating of 11 MPG driving in the city and 16 when it came to highway driving. The gas-powered 456 M GT is a non-hybrid car.
What We Think of the Ferrari 456 M GT
The 2004 model year was very successful for the Ferrari 456 M GT. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.