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Discussion in '612/599' started by elipinski, Jan 27, 2010.

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  1. elipinski

    elipinski Formula 3

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    Did i understand right, that the 599 will be the last production V12 of Ferrari ever?
     
  2. donv

    donv Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #2 donv, Jan 27, 2010
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    I hadn't heard that, but that doesn't mean it's not true. Where did you hear it?

    I would caution you about believing anything is the "last one ever." After all, the Daytona was the last front engine V-12 Ferrari, right? Er, except for the 412, 456, 550, 599...

    Could be the "last one for now" though!
     
  3. absent

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    I doubt it,612 replacement is getting that engine too.
     
  4. ferrarifanatic25

    ferrarifanatic25 Formula Junior

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    I would be okay with Ferrari making another mid-engined V12.

    A "real" replacement for the TR's and BB's. Not that i have anything against the 550 and 599, they are both fabulous cars. :D
     
  5. Ferrari 360 CS

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    I think this is highly unlikely.
     
  6. thepinkumbrella

    thepinkumbrella F1 Veteran

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    When did they make previous mid-engined V12 models?
    The 365 BB, 512 BB, Testarossa, 512 TR & F512 M were all boxer engines, the cylinders not arranged in a 'V'.

    Sorry for being pedantic... ;)
    Some other pedantic fellows may claim these engines are 180 degree 'V's, so some may see your statement as being correct.

    Paul
     
  7. ferrarifanatic25

    ferrarifanatic25 Formula Junior

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    Sorry :)

    I should have said mid-engined 12 cylinder cars. ;)
     
  8. Sean F.

    Sean F. F1 Rookie

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    Technically speaking the Ferrari "flat 12" is in fact a 180°V-12 because two pistons share the same crank pin.
     

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