2006 Ferrari F430 Test Drive

Road Rapture

A recipe for celebrity, without annoying paparazzi.

Is the F430 Spider for You?

Buy this Vehicle if	You've always wanted a Ferrari and prefer convertibles to coupes; you're a street racer rather than a long-distance cruiser; you want attention from strangers; the idea of buying into an exclusive and unique owners' club is appealing.
Keep Looking if	You don't want attention from strangers; you'd like to share the decadence with more than one other person at a time; you prefer coddling luxury and a plush ride to high-performance and racing pedigree.
Who Fits?	Drivers under six feet and of medium-to-slight build should be able to find a comfortable position, though the pedals can be a far reach for the short-legged.
Options Worth Splurging on	If the purity, history and idiosyncrasies of Ferrari's traditional six-speed manual mean nothing to you, then consider the F1 transmission ($10,740).
Closest Competitors	Aston Martin DB9 Volante Ford GT Lamborghini Gallardo Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet