It is in CF (standard). All CF on the GTO looks matt grey (interior and exterior) as opposed to the standard 599 and the HGTE where the CF is dark grey and has a gloss finish to it. The pictures don't do it justice. In the flesh the CF on the GTO looks very nice.
not sure if posted yet: http://www.autoblog.com/2010/04/09/bone-up-on-your-italian-ferrari-releases-599-gto-videos/
For those that haven't been to Italy lately, you can also access these and two other special engineering based analyses via the English version of Ferrari.com--however, you likely need to be a registered Ferrari owner with access to the owner's section of the site.
+1. It might sound like sacrilege to some but IMO the new GTO rather follows the 288 GTO formula. Both look similar to cars they are based on but are thoroughly reengineered and upgraded for the final result. Btw,according to Ferrari reps (at presentation),all body panels in 599 GTO are different from regular car.
Very True - At the end of the day all that matters is that you'll enjoy your GTO Cheers to you aswell
I see nothing wrong with using the GTO name as a tribute badge. It pays homage to the original FR V12 of the 250 GTO. Ferrari has overachieved with the 599 platform, honestly. Were there a racing series in existence that Ferrari could enter the 599 into, then it would have more than qualified to do so between the XX and the GTO. Both cars would more than qualify for homologation requirements if they had to.
According to Ferrari's website, it all comes in 1 color standard amongst these optional 3: Racing Livery: 1 Color w/ stripe. Historical: Based on an old GTO livery; Grey w/ yellow stripe across bonnet & spots for your number. Bi-Color: Roof & mirrors are black; press car basically.
What makes you think a 599 based car would not be competitive in the FIA GT1 class Jim? The 599 shares its basic engine architecture with the MC12, which has won the GT1 class for five consecutive years. The series has two other direct "road" competitors in the DB9 and the Murcielago, which also run V12 engines with 6000cc or more.
I dont think the GTO will be another SA although I can understand why people may compare the two. I think the true indicator of resale value will be the 599 successor. For me the 430/599/612 era was one of the least attractive. The 458 on the other hand seems to be a step forward. I expect the 599 successor will be a better looking car, with more power, better tech etc. The question will be how many of the 599 purchasers will sell their GTO to get into the new model? Come on be honest...
I think there is an issue with regard to the 599 GTO - it's currently the fastest production Ferrari as of 2010, but for how long? Performance benefit does not guarantee desirability ie Corvette Z06 vs Corvette ZR1. People will remember the 250GTO, 288GTO, F40, F50, Enzo and even 360CS for a long time, not for their technological advancement or track time, but rather they set a performance benchmark while looking absolutely stunning at the same time. People don't buy the 'performance' value of these classic, it's the aesthetic value and significance of said vehicles. I wish Ferrari would have made the GTO much more distinctive compared to the standard Fiorano. The performance aspect and all the fancy GT-R-esque the electronic driving assist combined with a fantastic chassis make GTO a fantastic performance GT. Most people right not cannot tell the GTO apart from a 599GTB on the street besides the badge and the blacked out roof. In 10-30 years, I seriously doubt too many people will be able to discern the visual differences between the standard GTB and GTO. A great car - wish it had a little more zest in the exterior styling. btw: what they have done in terms of weight saving is fantastic on the GTO!
I just realized this the most powerful street car, Ferrari has made so far. You think the new Enzo replacement will be more power?
The Corvette analogy doesn't work. Ferrari is in a separate realm. Further, most non car people, and even many car people, cannot tell the difference between a CS and a 360 Modena. My 19 year old daughter grew up around my cars and she can't tell the difference between a 360 and 430. Most cannot tell the difference between a 308 and a 288 GTO either. And what exactly do you want the 599 GTO to do in terms of "performance benchmark"? Jump tall buildings in a single bound?
I still remember when the 288 GTO was released to a collective "yawn" from the "purists" and was criticized for it's similarity to 308. Everyone was raving about it's performance and predicted the car would be forgotten in the future for not being "distinctive" enough....
I think this should have been called the 599 Scud/Strad. It's not really in line with the previous GTOs in my opinion. I also think the historic livery is in poor taste. More marketing than a nod of respect. S.
The effort and engineering that was involved in building the 599 GTO is on a much higher level then what was involved with Scuderia or Stradale. Apples and oranges.... As far as the historic livery is concerned,it's just one of many options available. Don't order it if you don't like it.
I have read on the french website caradisiac that the GTO as wider rear quarter panels than the GTB . Is that true ?
In the FIA GT 1 I don't think it would be competitive against a MCC and now that they're going to allow MCC's at Le Mans GT 1 I don't see it being competitive there. There's a reason the MC12/ MCC has a longer wheelbase than an Enzo.
when you Go to ferrari website, you can use the configurator and there is historic livery option like this one Image Unavailable, Please Login
Yes. The back of the GTO and its rear quarter panels are actually wider than a standard 599 but narrower towards the nose creating more downforce and increasing stability at higher speeds.
