The First Impressions of the Ferrari F355 GTS for 1996
A high point in the coupe market is the Ferrari F355 GTS. In 1996 Ferrari rolled out an upgraded version of the F355 GTS with one versions: Base. Sales for the F355 GTS, especially the F355 GTS Base, were brisk during 1996 and 1997. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.
1996 Ferrari F355 GTS Base Specs
The restyled F355 GTS Base is equipped with a 3.5-liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 40 valves. The engine is mated to a Ferrari six-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 1995 version.
The F355 GTS uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
The fuel system for the 1996 F355 GTS is a traditional Bosch ME-2.7, 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.
Statistics
of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the F355 GTS Base are inches long by inches wide.
The standard warranty period for the F355 GTS is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.
The Ferrari F355 GTS lists at an industry-low price when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-low price.
MPG Ratings
The 1996 F355 GTS gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is below average for a coupe car.
In 1995 and 1996 the F355 GTS Base was availble in the exterior colors of several colors. Additional options were available as special orders from the factory.
Parting Shots
In summation the 1996 Ferrari F355 GTS Base was a pivotal vehicle. Ferrari responded to critisims about the 1995 F355 GTS and made sweeping changes. The result is a great car and even better coupe. Let’s hope the Ferrari F355 GTS for 1996 is a sign of the future.
Kia? Really? I don’t see them as competition…