First Impressions of the Ferrari 456 GTA for 1997
The 1997 456 GTA is an important vehicle to Ferrari for the coupe market segment. The Base is a member of a series of one trim levels for the 456 GTA which include Base. The two-door car with its rear-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Ferrari. There is strong competition from vehicles from Hyundai.
Ferrari 456 GTA Engine Specs
The 456 GTA Base is equipped with a Ferrari 5.5 liter twelve -cylinder engine that utilizes 48 valves. The engine is mated to a Ferrari 4-speed Transaxle. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.
The 456 GTA uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Fuel is handled for the 456 GTA is a Bosch ME-5.2 design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 12-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the 456 GTA Base are inches wide by inches long. It sits a comfortable inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The standard warranty period for the 456 GTA is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.
The listed retail price in 1997 (MSRP) was an industry-average price, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1997 456 GTA gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a coupe car.
The vehicle is available in several colors.
We Think...
The 1996 model began the promise of the Ferrari 456 GTA. The 1997 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 456 GTA Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
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1997 Ferrari 456 GT GTA Original Sales Brochure Book |  |
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CAR COVER FOR FERRARI 456 GTA 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 OEM FREE STORAGE BAG | |
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Ferrari 456 GTA 1992-1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 Car Cover | |
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