An Evolutionary Model: The 2000 550 Maranello Revisited
There’s been a lot of talk about the Ferrari 550 Maranello for 2000. As a leading car in the coupe market the 550 Maranello (and in this case specically the Base version) has maintained a good reputation. The 2-door 550 Maranello is especially appealing to broad audience, making it a perfect car to help Ferrari as a brand in general.
Ferrari 550 Maranello Engine Specs
Standard equipment in the 550 Maranello for 1999 and 2000 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. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.
For the 2000 550 Maranello, the fuel configuration is a electronic Bosch ME-5.2, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 12 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 550 Maranello comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the 550 Maranello Base are inches wide by inches long. It sits inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The Ferrari 550 Maranello lists at an industry-average price when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-average price.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (50,000* miles/36* months), and a 50,000* mile, 60* month guarantee also comes with the Ferrari 550 Maranello. This is standard for the price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2000 550 Maranello gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is subpar for a coupe car.
We Think…
The 1999 model began the promise of the Ferrari 550 Maranello. The 2000 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Ferrari hopes that the 550 Maranello Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.