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Ferrari planning new entry-level model?

Posted Aug 31st 2006 2:55PM

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With the demise of Ferrari's popular 360 Modena model, speculation is that the Maranello miracle-workers are developing a - dare we say it? - "entry-level" V8 2+2 model to slot in below the F430.

The 3.6 liter 360 Modena was Ferrari's volume-seller, with nearly 18,000 units produced between 1999 and 2004.

Automotive News and Autoweek say that the new V8 model is expected to debut in Europe as a hard-top convertible 2+2 in 2008, with a U.S. launch likely for 2009. A 2+2 V8 coupe could follow in 2010 or 2011. Ferrari's last 2+2 V8 model was the Mondial, which ceased production in ~~1999~~ 1993. The Mondial was also Ferrari's last mid-engined four-seater. No word yet on the driveline layout of the new V8 model.

The F430 upmarket V8 isn't going away - the popular coupe and Spyder models will get a redesign in 2009.

[Source: Automotive News]

Category: Convertible, Coupe, Performance

Tags: ferrari, ferrari 2 2, ferrari v8

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Ryan

I'm gonna go with #11.
There is a lot of risk(and competition) at that kind of price point. I don't like Ferrari's because they compare with other vehicles. I like them because they are beyond comparison.

September 01 2006 at 11:34 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

The Auto Aficionado

It's about time that Ferrari produce another 2+2 V8. What is impressive with the Mondial is hearing its 7,000+ RPM of 8 cylinders screaming wildly as you sprint fast.

September 01 2006 at 2:20 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

joe

ric3rboy91 you are a fucking moron

Not only has the F430 outsold the Modena, if you factor in inflation (big words, i know, get a dictionary) the F430 is cheaper.
Now i know starting middle school this week is a huge step for you but if you do your homework and listen to your parents you might get somewhere in life.

September 01 2006 at 12:07 AM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Nik

So does this mean 2+2 like 911 or 2+2 like M3. And what does entry level mean? It could mean anything from $70-140k. Probably $120k, if the 911 is $70 and the 911 Turbo is $120. They would probably put in a 4 liter V8 that puts out 400 bhp and then put a 5 liter V10 into the F430 replacement.

August 31 2006 at 9:34 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

ricerboy91

justin: you, sir, are an idiot. 1999 is a typo, it should be 1989 I think.
The F430 is based on the same market as the 360M, but it is priced about 20k more, and likely sells in less volume. I think this entry level model will be at 100 - 120k, so as not to tread on the Maseratis or the F430, and will target teh Aston Martin V8 Vantage adn the Porsche 911 4S.

August 31 2006 at 9:26 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

whofan

Looks to me like a vette copy. Is Farrari trying to slip into Corvette`s neighborhood?

August 31 2006 at 9:23 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

dan

I don't care about ferrari's image. I just want an 8c Competizione. If competition between the 8c, which is a gorgeous front-engine coupe that they could sell for just above maserati money, gets ousted for some yet-unknown ferrari that will undoubtedly look more 612 than 8c, I'll pass. Gimme the competizione!!!! (I'll settle for a sbarro diva, and then I won't need either an 8c or an elise. That's good enough for both) boo cheap ferraris!

August 31 2006 at 9:01 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

joe

Who is the idiot that wrote this article. The F430 is based on the Modena. Its not a step above. Just the next generation of the same market segment. What are you people smoking? And the Mondial was discontinued in 1999? PUT DOWN THE CRACK PIPE AND GO BACK TO JOURNALISM SCHOOL.

AUTOBLOG IS A BUNCH OF HACKS

August 31 2006 at 8:46 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Paul

Hey Autoblog,

The Mondial ceased production in 1993 not 1999.

It was also the worst Ferrari ever made, at least in my opinion, anything they come up with will be an improvement. But hey, entry-level in Ferrari terms is still far from reality for most of us.

August 31 2006 at 8:17 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply

Rodrigo

"17. The 360 is the only Ferrari I've seen that I'd like in my driveway. Most others are too flashy for my tastes.

Posted at 4:15PM on Aug 31st 2006 by Jaymez"

I find it a bit too feminine for my taste.

But, gimme an Enzo, and I'll take it, oh yeah!

August 31 2006 at 6:03 PM Report abuse Permalink rate up rate down Reply