Impressions of the Ferrari F430 for 2008
One of the staples of the Coupe segment is the Ferrari F430. In the previous model year debuted a brand new version of the F430 with three versions: Spider, Base, and Scuderia. Sales for the F430, especially the F430 Base, were brisk during 2008 and 2009. The improved vehicle quality and the modern styling were responsible for the boost in sales.
Engine Performance
The restyled F430 Base is equipped with a Ferrari 4.3-liter 8-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 32 valves. The engine is paired with a Ferrari 6-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ferrari.
The F430 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.
F430 Base Statistics
The F430 is inches long, inches wide, and inches high. It has a wheelbase of inches. It is able to seat several adults comfortably.
The OEM suggested retail price (MSRP) was an industry-low price when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-low price. This price was in line with the industry standard price for a 2-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2008 F430 is a Bosch ME-7 design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.
The 2008 F430 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is average for a coupe car.
In Summary
The 2008 model year was unsuccessful for the Ferrari F430. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..