First Impressions of the Ferrari 599 GTB for 2007

Ferrari 599 GTB

The 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano was introduced to compete in the coupe market. The Fiorano is a member of a series of one trim levels for the 599 GTB which include Fiorano. 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 Infiniti.

Ferrari 599 GTB Engine Specs

The restyled 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a Ferrari 6.0-liter 12-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 48 valves. The engine is paired with a Ferrari 6-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 599 GTB 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.

Fuel is handled for the 599 GTB is a Bosch Motronic design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 27.70-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the 599 GTB Fiorano are 77.20 inches wide by 183.70 inches long. It sits a comfortable 52.60 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 108.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the 599 GTB is 24 months, or Unlimited miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $264,034 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The 599 GTB Fiorano received a miles-per-gallon rating of eleven in-city driving and fifteen when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.

In 2006 and 2007 the 599 GTB Fiorano was availble in the exterior colors of Daytona Black, Modena Yellow, Scuderia Red, and Silverstone Gray.

Conclusion

The 2007 model year was telling year for the Ferrari 599 GTB. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Fiorano version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

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