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  Ferrari F430 - RSportsCars.com
Similarly, Ferrari’s engineers integrated the sump and main bearings in a single casting which, along with a smaller diameter twin-plate clutch and flywheel, has reduced the engine height between the bottom of the oil sump and the crankshaft to just 130 mm (from 145 mm on the 360 Modena power unit).
The F430 features a new cast-aluminium transmission casing that houses the gearbox in unit with the electronic differential and bevel type final drive, as well as the engine oil tank.
Thanks to that ongoing development, Ferrari’s F1 gearbox for the F430 is state of the art, introducing a number of important modifications: thanks to inputs from the engineers on the Gestione Sportiva racing side, the F1 gearbox management incorporates a new control strategy which further perfects gearchange speed and smoothness under hard use.
www.rsportscars.com /eng/cars/ferrari_f430.asp   (1179 words)

  
 2006 Ferrari F430 coupe on carlist.com
Driving the 2006 Ferrari F430 Berlinetta Coupe on a treet drive, leisurely pacing it from first through fourth gear, in iconic Napa California was out-of-worldly.
The 2006 Ferrari F430 Berlinetta is the first mid-engine vehicle I've driven.
The 2006 Ferrari F430 Berlinetta F1 racecar lineage is behind the wheel of the six-speed manual transmission.
www.carlist.com /newcars/2006/ncr1111.html   (468 words)

  
 Ferrari F430 - Supercars.net   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Officially presented during the Paris Motor show in September 2004, the F430 signaled the arrival of a brand new generation of Ferrari 8-cylinder models.
Ferrari has dropped the mixed gear/toothed belt distribution system for a chain-driven system, thus reducing the overall length of the engine.
The F430 is available with either the classic Ferrari open-gate manual gearbox or with the F1 paddle shift that Ferrari has continuously developed and refined over recent years for its road-going berlinettas.
www.supercars.net /VC?id=2992   (2009 words)

  
 2006 Ferrari F430 Review | AutoSite Car Previews   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Ferrari says the new F430 is 70-percent new, and aside from the general profile and proportions of its two-seat, mid-engined configuration, it’s hard to detect the portion of the 360 Modena that remains.
Ferrari says acceleration from zero to 60 mph will take less than four seconds, and that the new F430 can reach a top speed just shy of 200 mph thanks in part to its aerodynamic underbody design and carbon-fiber rear diffuser panel which produce plenty of downforce at higher speeds.
Ferrari has installed new leather-upholstered seats in the F430, and better-bolstered race-inspired chairs are available as an option.
www.aicautosite.com /Previews/2006-ferrari-f430.asp   (1142 words)

  
 Ferrari F430 - WOI Encyclopedia Italia
A great deal of Ferrari heritage is found in the car: at the rear, the Enzo's tail lights have been added, and that car's interior vents have been added to the F430 as well.
The large oval openings in the front bumper are reminiscent of Ferrari racing models from the 1960s, specifically the 156 "sharknose" Formula One car and 250 TR61 Le Mans cars of Phil Hill.
The F430 Pista is the racing version of the F430 for the Ferrari Challenge series.
www.wheelsofitaly.com /wiki/index.php/Ferrari_F430   (958 words)

  
 2005 Ferrari - Detailed Pricing and Specifications - MSN Autos
The Ferrari 308 GTB was the first mid-engine V8 Ferrari and is one of the most popular Ferraris of all time.
The overall design of the F430 is very aerodynamic and includes elements used in racing, such as a flat underbody and a large diffuser that dominates the rear view of the car.
The 2005 Ferrari F430 is powered by a new 490-horsepower 90-degree 4.3-liter V8 engine that is very light and compact, while producing an incredible 114 horsepower per liter.
autos.msn.com /research/vip/overview.aspx?year=2005&make=Ferrari&model=F430   (320 words)

  
 Ferrari F430 Challenge information, specifications, history, and images.
Ferrari has also reaffirmed the strong link between its GT and sporting divisions with the new F430 Challenge which was specifically designed to meet the expectations of its sportier clients.
The Ferrari Challenge Series was founded in 1993 as a way for Ferrari owners to enjoy their sports cars to there fullest potential.
The first Challege series Ferrari was the 348 which was later replaced by the 355 near the close of the 1990s.
www.conceptcarz.com /vehicle/z10180/default.aspx   (931 words)

  
 FERRARI F430 WALLPAPERS   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
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 Preview: 2005 Ferrari F430 Spider - MSN Autos
Ferrari's inexorable move towards the Formula One-style F1 gearbox—a manual transmission shifted electro-hydraulic-mechanically—continues with the F430 Spider.
Ferrari's Chief Engineer, Amedeo Felisa, told me that it is now impossible for even an expert to drive a manually-shifted F430 as quickly as he could with a F1-equipped car.
Unlike Ferraris of just a few years ago, such comfort and convenience features as an air conditioning system that actually works, a high-end stereo, satellite navigation and even Bluetooth cell phone compatibility are part of the F430's offering.
autos.msn.com /advice/article.aspx?contentid=4023211   (1807 words)

  
 2006 Ferrari F430- Top Speed
The thrilling news that Ferrari has won the Constructors’ World title for the sixth consecutive year and the Drivers’ World title for the fifth consecutive year, courtesy of Michael Schumacher, is still ringing in our ears.
The new F430 hails the arrival of a whole new generation of Ferrari 8-cylinder berlinettas and takes the aluminium technologies first used in the 360 Modena to a new level.
When Ferrari designed the 4.2 litre V8 motor for Maserati after purchasing the Italian sports firm, everyone was sure it had something in mind for its own use.
www.topspeed.com /cars/ferrari/ferrari-f430-ar1742.html   (791 words)

  
 Ferrari F430 unveiled - 4Car News from Channel 4
Ferrari has revealed its replacement for the 360 Modena, the F430.
At 4512mm, the F430 is slightly longer than the 4475mm 360, but fractionally narrower and narrower, at 1923mm and 1214mm (down by a couple of mm each).
The wheelbase is unchanged at 2600mm, while front and rear track are also the same as the 360's, at 1669mm (front) and 1616mm (rear) respectively.
www.channel4.com /4car/news/news-story.jsp?news_id=10981   (379 words)

  
 Ferrari Previews F430
Ferrari SpA today reveals the first details of its new-generation V8 model.
As predicted by AutoReport in April, the new successor to the 360 Modena will be simply the Ferrari F430, in reference to the new 4.3 L V8 engine, not the 400 or Maserati-engined 420 bravely predicted by others.
A major revision rather than an all-new car most key dimensions remain unchanged, but Ferrari has managed to reduce vehicle weight by roughly 20 kg despite a slight increase in length with the new body.
www.auto-report.net /f430_pr.html   (173 words)

  
 Forbes First Drive: 2005 Ferrari F430 - Forbes.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
At the center of this new content is a new V-8 engine, which borrows heavily from the V-8 that Ferrari puts in all cars made by its Maserati subsidiary--but the engine also shares components with the $675,000 Ferrari Enzo Ferrari flagship coupe.
The F430 is only the second Ferrari (after the new 612 Scaglietti) to use stability control, but that sequential gearbox is now used on about 80% of all road-going Ferraris.
You, the Ferrari owner, do--thanks to both a stratospheric sticker price on the vehicle and the ridiculous maintenance costs for which Ferrari is known.
www.forbes.com /lifestyle/2004/10/15/cx_dl_1018feat.html   (1528 words)

  
 2005 Ferrari F430 Reviews - ForbesAutos.com
Ferrari's F430 showcases its engine under a glass hood.
The current Ferrari F430 coupe and its soon-to-be-released convertible version, the Spider, are thoroughly modern and well-built sports cars that dispense with such "charms," despite still being largely assembled by humans and not robots.
The F430 coupe and Spider are more nimble with the best power-to-weight and horsepower-per-liter ratios of the bunch.
www.forbesautos.com /reviews/2005/ferrari/f430/testdrive.html   (266 words)

  
 Ferrari F430 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Ferrari F430 is a high-performance sports car produced by the Italian automaker Ferrari to succeed the Ferrari 360.
A heavily modified F430 made a cameo appearance in the anime film Ghost in the Shell: Solid State Society.
While the F430 meets or exceed all NHSTA guidelines, the car reportedly lacks sufficient protection for a small number of female passengers as well as children.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ferrari_F430   (1133 words)

  
 2006 Hamann Ferrari F430 Spider- Top Speed
For F430 drivers who do not opt for the optional carbon-ceramic braking system from Ferrari, HAMANN supplies a sports braking system (adapted to performance) on the front axle with large 355x34 mm brake discs, red four pot brake calipers (also available in other colors), special brake pads and steel flex brake pipes.
The interior of the HAMANN Ferrari F430 Spider is adorned with a successful blend of luxury and sporty elements.
The HAMANN Ferrari F430 Spider is without a doubt one of the most beautiful means of going "topless" - and one that is sure to get heads turning - giving the driver optimum enjoyment and individuality.
www.topspeed.com /cars/hamann/hamann-ferrari-f430-spider-ar3598.html   (988 words)

  
 AutoReport :: View topic - 2006 Ferrari F430
While the new Ferrari is unlikely to be significantly larger than the 360 series, it will offer a bigger engine and much more power.
Earlier this week the new mid-size sportcar, expected to be known as the F430, was presented to dealer representatives at Maranello.
Foillowing the unveiling of the F430 berlinetta at the Mondial de l'Auto last September, Ferrari is preparing for the new-generation Spyder, caught in testing for Automedia.
www.auto-report.net /phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=282   (433 words)

  
 Ferrari 360 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ferrari 360 is the name given to three models of Ferrari cars: the Ferrari 360 Modena, an enclosed two-door coupe; the Ferrari 360 Spider, a two-door convertible; and the Ferrari Challenge Stradale, the bare-bones version of the 360 Modena.
The 360 also served as the basis for its replacement, the Ferrari F430 (internally reffered to as the evoluzione or evo) which came out in 2004.
The Ferrari tradition, epitomized by the F40 model, is one of stripped-down performance and not of luxury.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ferrari_360   (621 words)

  
 Ferrari F430 (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.cs.unc.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
Ferrari F430 supercar is a successor to the older (and slightly overrated) sports car 360 Modena.
In fact, car name F430 came from its 4308 cc mid-engine which can produce 490 hp (an astonishing 114 hp per liter).
F430 supercar comes in two versions: a Coupe and an open top Spider, the latter being approx.
www.sportscarcup.com.cob-web.org:8888 /ferrari-f430   (94 words)

  
 2005 Ferrari F430 Spider F1 - First Test - Motor Trend   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
First Test: 2005 Ferrari F430 Spider F1 Party Animal: The Ferrari F430 Spider isn't a car.
Still, that performance is a few ticks slower than that of the F430 coupe we tested in Europe (MT, June).
Ferrari execs cite "liability concerns" for not bringing the system here.
www.motortrend.com /roadtests/luxury/112_0509_2005_ferrari_f430_spider   (555 words)

  
 2006 Ferrari F430 Spider Convertible - CarSpace Automotive Forums   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The new F430 looks a little better...but as with the 360 those roll hoops don't look right.
There was a ferrari show in my town.
Not bad but the F430 is deffinatly my first choice in sports cars.
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 Ferrari F430 new car prices at Edmunds   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
The Ferrari F430 sports car is available as a coupe or as a Spider convertible.
The F430's standard 19-inch wheels are shod with 225/35ZR19 tires in front and 285/35ZR19 tires in the rear.
Being a Ferrari, the F430 can also be customized through a long list of hardware and style-oriented options.
www.edmunds.com /new/2006/ferrari/f430/index.html   (148 words)

  
 Ferrari F430 Video
The Ferrari F430 Spider is the car of my dreams, and Top Gear brings out the absolute beauty of all the cars it reviews.
I'm not into the color red, but since it's a Ferrari I went with Corsa Rossa (Red).
I also own a 2006 Z06, Lemans Blue, which is just as powerful as the F430, but that's it, it just has the power and a few other little performance upgrades.
www.metacafe.com /watch/84364/ferrari_f430   (434 words)

  
 Ferrari F430 on LookSmart Sports Autos   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-16)
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 2005 Ferrari F430 - Cardotcom.com
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Every inch of the Ferrari F430 was inspired by the engineering research carried out at Ferrari’s Gestione Sportiva F1 racing division.
The F430’s nose is characterized by two distinctive air intakes that channel air into generously dimensioned radiators to cool the powerful engine.
www.cardotcom.com /cars/2005-ferrari-f430-coupe.aspx   (416 words)

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