The Ferrari California was first introduced at the 2008 Paris Motor Auto Show, and it was the moment in which Ferrari did a number of firsts with this vehicle that the public was surprised and appreciated greatly. For starters, the Ferrari California was the first Ferrari that included a front engine that was a V8. In addition, it was the first car to utilize a folding metal roof, a seven speed dual clutch transmission, and the first with direct petrol injection.
Performance wise the Ferrari California can go a maximum of 193 miles per hour, with a time of 4 seconds when going from zero to sixty. Which is impressive, and perhaps one of the many reasons why the car is sought after by performance car enthusiasts. The California definitely kept with the history of Ferrari as providing performance driven cars that people love, as well as providing high quality cars that have all the bells and whistles. However, even though the Ferrari California is viewed as a performance car, it was intended to be for cruising just as much as a performance car.
The ride suspension that Ferrari used in the California is different from what they normally use in their cars, which helps the ride to be much smoother than the average Italian car. This is one aspect that professionals liked about the vehicle, as it did prove to be successful at its goal of being a cruising car as well as performance based. However, probably the most notable feature that professionals commented on was the foldaway metal roof that allowed the car to turn into a convertible with a moment’s notice at the touch of a button. Many professionals found that this aspect was a safety issue that Ferrari handled with ease. Too many times, people view those cars with removable soft tops as being dangerous in the event that the car does roll, however, the California puts those worries to bay as the top is constructed of the same durable metal that the entire car is constructed in.
There are a number of options that are available with the Ferrari California, including the options to choose nineteen or twenty inch wheels, plus numerous interior options. Options such as certain upholstery being used on the seats, as well as a different color of trim. Plus, people do have the options of choosing exterior colors and trims that are not considered the norm. Just another way that Ferrari has enabled consumers to make the car fit their specific personalities and tastes.
For those that want to purchase one of the Ferrari California’s, then the sad news is that you are out of luck according to The Ferrari Weblog. Numerous magazines and websites are reporting that California is officially sold out and that Ferrari will not be making more until 2012. Whether this is true or not, has not been confirmed by Ferrari company. However, most professionals in the reporting world, expect this to be the case, as many people are wanting to drive these cars. Finding a later model is still going to pose troubles, as most people do not get rid of the California’s and keep them as collections.
Sexiest. Car. Ever. Made.