Last Year’s Coupe: The 2003 Ferrari 575 M Maranello Base
It’s been our experience that you will discover that purchasers of the Ferrari 575 M Maranello are quite enthusiastic about their purchase. The 575 M Maranello has held a position among the top of the 575 M Maranello line of car for more than a generation. Ferrari has reason to be proud; the Ferrari 575 M Maranello comes under the heading of coupe models that are exiciting.
2003 Ferrari 575 M Maranello Base Specs
The restyled 575 M Maranello Base is equipped with a 5.7-liter twelve -cylinder engine that utilizes 48 valves. The engine is mated to a Ferrari six-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2002 version.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 575 M 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.
The fuel system for the 2003 575 M Maranello is a Bosch Motronic design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 25.10 gallons.
Statistics
102.30 of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits 47.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the 575 M Maranello Base are 176.30 inches long by 75.60 inches wide.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (Unlimited miles/24 months), and a Unlimited mile, 24 month guarantee also comes with the Ferrari 575 M Maranello. This is average compared to the rest of the car market.
The listed retail price in 2003 (MSRP) was $165,986, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
MPG Ratings
The 575 M Maranello Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eleven in-city driving and sixteen when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
In 2003 the 575 M Maranello Base was availble in the exterior colors of Custom Paint. Additional options were available as special orders from the factory.
Parting Shots
The 2002 model began the promise of the Ferrari 575 M Maranello. The 2003 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 575 M Maranello Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.