The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano for 2008: Improving on 2007
Frequently you will discover that purchasers of the Ferrari 599 GTB are quite excited about their purchase. The 599 GTB has held a position among the top of the 599 GTB line of car for more than a generation. It is a significant car, and the 2008 model is no different. The Ferrari 599 GTB comes under the heading of coupe models that are exiciting.
2008 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Specs
Standard equipment in the 599 GTB for 2007 and 2008 includes the 6.0 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 599 GTB.
The fuel system for the 2008 599 GTB is a traditional Bosch Motronic, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 599 GTB 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.
Statistics
The dimensions of the 599 GTB Fiorano 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 retail price (MSRP) was an industry-low price when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-low price. This price was average compared to the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
The standard warranty period for the 599 GTB is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market.
Fuel Efficiency
The 599 GTB Fiorano received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
Parting Shots
The 2007 model began the promise of the Ferrari 599 GTB. The 2008 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 599 GTB Fiorano will continue to be a profitable vehicle.