Ferrari Scuderia Spider 16M officially unveiled
10 Nov, 2008
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Ferrari has now officially announced what many had already anticipated, after unveiling a topless version of the thoroughbred Scuderia.
To celebrate the marquee’s 16th F1 Constructor’s title, the aptly named Scuderia Spider 16M is the fastest open-top Ferrari around the Fiorano circuit ever built.
With just 499 unique examples set for production, the Scuderia Spider 16M represents the perfect balance of pedigree and performance.
The Scuderia Spider 16M will be available in to new signature colour schemes, the standard version is black with grey trim, while a tricolour livery is also available as part of the Carrozzeria Scaglietti Personalisation Programme.
The new supercar also boasts special plaques on the rear grille and inside above the air vents, commemorating Ferrari’s 16th Constructor’s World title.
Now that the lid has been lifted on the Scuderia, the topless version integrates a roll-bar with carbon-fibre outer shell.
A specific new generation audio system has also been purposely developed for this model, which can be combined with the removable customised Ferrari iPod Touch 16 GB with central dock just in front of the dashboard.
While inherently heavier than its coupe sibling, the Spider 16M is still 80kg lighter than the standard F430 Spider, weighing in at 1,340kg.
The 4.3-litre V8-engine churns out 375.4kW at 8,500rpm and 470Nm, resulting in a power-to-weight ratio of 2.6kg/hp.
Mated to a six-speed F1 gearbox, the sprint from 0 to 100km/h takes just 3.7 seconds and on to a top speed of 315km/h.
Pricing has not yet been announced, although it is almost certainly a case of if you have to ask.
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November 10th, 2008 at 1:15 am
mmm…speciale indeed!
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November 10th, 2008 at 2:24 am
Well, the back on the yellow one looks like a frowning goldfish with four eyes, but in a nice way. I think this is fantastic. I have never driven a Scuderia, only a normal F430. I have to try one and then maybe sell my house and buy one. I’m sure this is absolutely fantastic but it does kind of defeat the purpose of a car thats been purely made to save weight. The convertible weighs more than the coupe I’m sure. Still, the fact that it only takes .01 of a second more to reach 60 MPH is pretty good. I’d still get the coupe though and in black - lets face it - it isn’t the most beautiful car from the back.
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November 10th, 2008 at 3:07 am
It does seem like a bit of an oxymoron, but imagine the sound with that roof down, 8 cylinder symphony.
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November 10th, 2008 at 12:07 pm
This is why a lot of people are losing respect for Ferrari…
This goes against the whole purpose of the Scuderia
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November 10th, 2008 at 5:14 pm
Hey Acilk, losing respect for Ferrari! What planet are you on? Obviously those with enough cash and taste to own one of these beauties have plenty of respect for Ferrari and what they stand for. What possible difference would the roof either on or off make on a Scuderia? As stated by the article there is minimal difference in acceleration times etc. and anyone who can afford one of these is going to have more than one car to drive and the Scuderia, whether a coupe or a convertible, is going to be their fun(or collectible) car.
Why would anyone produce such a high performance car in a convertible? Why? Because they can and because their faithfull clients can and will buy them and at the full price and are prepared to wait for them, sometimes for years.
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November 10th, 2008 at 5:34 pm
Ill take any F430, scuderia or otherwise anyday. I would not complain one EYEOTA….
Bit confused though, is this a no top at all convertible or is it stored away, as it mentions nothing either way…
They normal f430 spider is 80kg heavier than this scuderia but take your adverage fella who has heaps in his pockets and your up to the normal f430 weight, why ferrari why..? hahah Jokes people if you dont get it..
Love it..love the scuderia…would get one any day if lotto would have come my way..but dream on i shall…
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November 10th, 2008 at 6:17 pm
Marcoz - the press release was disturbingly vague in regards to the roof, I have a strong feeling there just isn’t one at all.
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