Insight Into the Ferrari F430 for 2009
Ferrari introduced the F430 Base in late 2008 to regain its grip on the Coupe market. There are 3 trim levels for the F430 in 2009: . With two doors and spacious seating for several adults, the rear-wheel drive F430 makes a statement. There is plenty of competition in the Coupe market, including strong offerings from Honda.
Standard equipment in the F430 for 2008 and 2009 includes the 4.3 liter engine by Ferrari, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two 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 F430.
For the 2009 F430, the fuel configuration is a electronic Bosch ME-7, 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 F430 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 dimensions of the F430 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 F430 lists at an industry-low price when new. The dealer cost on the car was an industry-low price.
The 2009 F430 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is below average for a coupe car.
The vehicle is available in several colors.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (50,000* miles/36* months), and a 50,000* mile, 60* month guarantee also comes with the Ferrari F430. This is average compared to the rest of the car market.
The 2008 model began the promise of the Ferrari F430. The 2009 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 F430 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.