Getting 16 Miles a Gallon: The Ferrari 456 M GTA for 2003
The restyled 456 M GTA Base is equipped with a Ferrari 5.5-liter 12-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 48 valves. The engine is paired with a Ferrari 4-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Ferrari.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 456 M GTA has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The 456 M GTA is 176.30 inches long, 75.60 inches wide, and 47.70 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 102.30 inches. It is able to seat 2 comfortably.
The standard warranty period for the 456 M GTA is 24 months, or Unlimited miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 24 months or Unlimited miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $165,986 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2003 456 M GTA is a traditional Bosch ME-5.2, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 25.10 gallons.
The 456 M GTA Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of eleven in-city driving and sixteen when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.
Conclusion
There are several reasons why the Ferrari 456 M GTA Base sold well in 2003. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Ferrari, specifically a 456 M GTA.
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