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Mega Thread: The 430 Replacement (F450, F500, etc)

Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by marknkidz, Aug 29, 2005.

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  1. amenasce

    amenasce Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #601 amenasce, Feb 13, 2009
    Yes but he owns a California !
     
  2. rossi

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    #602 rossi, Feb 13, 2009
    Bad news. :(
     
  3. TexasF355F1

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    #603 TexasF355F1, Feb 13, 2009
    That's why I believe the 'F' will be dropped. If history repeats itself, it should just be numerical.
     
  4. modena1_2003

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    #604 modena1_2003, Feb 13, 2009
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  5. Ferrari 360 CS

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    #605 Ferrari 360 CS, Feb 13, 2009
    I am fairly concerned about the DC gearbox, from what I have read about these gearboxes they lack any sort of feel due to the change being so seamless, to me the 599 and Scud are about ideal, there is enough of a jolt to feel sporting but without the ridiculous "nodding" effect of the 360.

    DCC gearbox is also heavier...thought 7 gears would help acceleration...
     
  6. ItaliaF1

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    #606 ItaliaF1, Feb 13, 2009
    I hope they're right about this, but people's idea of "beauty" seems to be a bit off these days. The Aston Martin DBS is beautiful. The Alfa Romeo 8C is beautiful. The latest Ferraris have been really cool-looking, but not beautiful.
     
  7. Senna1994

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    #607 Senna1994, Feb 13, 2009
    No, he owns P4/5.
     
  8. masar

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    #608 masar, Feb 13, 2009
    Great, lets see if i will keep my 360 or get CS for another 5 years......
     
  9. ZiadR

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    #609 ZiadR, Feb 13, 2009
    F-chatters, what about the drivetrain? Rumors say that the F450 is going to have an All Wheel Drive system. True or false?
     
  10. ItaliaF1

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    #610 ItaliaF1, Feb 13, 2009
    Ugh...
     
  11. andric

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    #611 andric, Feb 13, 2009
    now that says a lot!
     
  12. Napolis

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    #612 Napolis, Feb 13, 2009
    Maybe it will be "F-470"...
     
  13. Senna1994

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    #613 Senna1994, Feb 13, 2009
    Your killing us, you know that? :)
     
  14. amenasce

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    #614 amenasce, Feb 13, 2009
    Oh that guy ;). Then i feel better !
     
  15. rifter

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    #615 rifter, Feb 13, 2009
    yeah, not holding my breath.
     
  16. Napolis

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    #616 Napolis, Feb 13, 2009
    I do know that the 4.7 Liter version of that engine is very nice. I wouldn't bet on AWD.
     
  17. andric

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    #617 andric, Feb 13, 2009
    i wouldnt want it.
     
  18. rossi

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    #618 rossi, Feb 13, 2009
    Any word on the new design? ;)
     
  19. andric

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    #619 andric, Feb 13, 2009
    im sure he has plenty but we wont be hearing too many.
     
  20. arhimede

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    #620 arhimede, Feb 13, 2009

    Form 8C :)
     
  21. rossi

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    #621 rossi, Feb 13, 2009
    Just a few...
     
  22. PCH

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    #622 PCH, Feb 13, 2009
    Funny, most F1 owners have longed for smoother, quicker and a less maintenance oriented transmission. Finally a solution in hand and your concerned the DC gearbox could be too seamless. What's next, too reliable??
     
  23. Senna1994

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    #623 Senna1994, Feb 13, 2009
    Drew, that is what I was thinking, especially in parking situations. They can build the jolt into the tranny anyway.
     
  24. andric

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    #624 andric, Feb 13, 2009
    well everyone knows that if it doesnt brake its not fast enough.
     
  25. jmm

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    #625 jmm, Feb 13, 2009
    I have a 2006 F430 F1 and a 2009 911S with PDK (7 speed dual clutch). I like both of them, but I would give a slight edge to the PDK. In auto mode it seems to read your mind. I never drive the F1 in auto mode. After service, the dealer usually puts the F1 in auto mode and I think it feels weird. I would prefer the PDK in a new Ferrari if for no other reason than the worry caused by all the threads on this forum over clutch wear and pump reliability (or lack thereof).
     
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