Our Review of the 1998 Ferrari 456 GTA Base

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.

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.

There is a 50,000* mile, 60* month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000*/36* miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The listed retail price in 1998 (MSRP) was an industry-low price, with an invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

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.

The 1998 456 GTA gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is exceptional for a coupe car.

We Think...

The 1997 model began the promise of the Ferrari 456 GTA. The 1998 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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One Response to “Our Review of the 1998 Ferrari 456 GTA Base”

  1. I’m definiately wanting a flex fuel coupe. Since the 456 GTA isn’t, is it a good buy?

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