2007 Ferrari F430 Coupe

Vehicle Summary: 2007 Ferrari F430 Coupe

The Ferrari F430 Coupe is the latest in a long line of two-seat, race-car-derived coupes from the exotic Italian automaker. Riding on an updated chassis derived from its predecessor, the 360 Modena, the F430 Coupe comes powered by a new, 4.3-liter V8 that can take the car to 60 mph in just under four seconds. A six-speed manual transmission is standard. A six-speed automatic transmission that can be shifted manually is optional. As is the automaker's tradition, the Ferrari F430 Coupe comes wrapped in stunningly aerodynamic styling and can hug the curves like few other cars on the road. High-tech features include an "E-Diff" electronically controlled limited-slip differential and a steering-wheel-mounted "commutator" control (manettino in Italian), which the driver can use to tailor the Ferrari F430 Coupe's various integrated systems, such as suspension settings, stability and traction control, and how fast the automatic transmission changes gears. The Ferrari F430 Coupe's interior is snug, but once you shoehorn yourself into it, it fits like good Italian leather footwear.

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Saucy and Speedy

The Ferrari F430 Coupe is every bit as competent as it is beautiful, with head-turning good looks surpassed only by its neck-snapping acceleration.

Highs

Exclusivity
Race-car-like handling
Ultra-exotic styling
Blazing acceleration
Brand cachet and heritage

Lows

Stratospheric purchase price and ownership costs
Lack of interior space and cargo room
Difficult to get in and out of
Fuel economy

What's New

A lighter-weight and more-powerful version of the Ferrari F430, to be called the F430 Challenge Stradale, is expected to join the line for 2008.

Specs at a Glance:

Seating Capacity: 2

Available Engines: 4.3L V-8 32 valve DOHC SMPI

Drivetrains: Rear-wheel drive

0-60 mph: 4.0 seconds

Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 13/17 mpg

Standard Features: Adaptive suspension, Power driver seat, Radio data system, Weather band radio, Driver front impact airbag, Electronic stability

Optional Equipment: GPS

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