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  1. Maximus Brutus

    Maximus Brutus Karting

    Feb 27, 2004
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    #51 Maximus Brutus, Jun 22, 2009
    I've decided to go for the partial HGTE upgrade. Don't like the interior and not bothered either way regarding the grill and prancing horse changes, so this is what I'm having.

    KIT ASSETO HGTE - CODICE 70001490 - Wheels, Tyres, Suspension, ECU & other parts

    KIT PRESTAZIONALE HGTE DOPO IL 2008 - CODICE 70001492 - 2 x Exhaust Silencers & ECU Upgrade
     
  2. Ferrarista3

    Ferrarista3 F1 Rookie

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    #52 Ferrarista3, Jun 22, 2009
    Why does it say "dopo il 2008" ("after 2008" in Italian)?

    Can that upgrade only be fitted on cars built after 2008??
     
  3. elipinski

    elipinski Formula 3

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    #53 elipinski, Jun 23, 2009

    Hi Maximus Brutus, do you know, how much the partial hardware costs and what F charges for the labour? I was told, that there has to be done a lot of disassembling to the car. In the german car magazin " Auto Motor & Sport" there was an article app. 6 weeks ago about the 599 HGTE, where they wrote, that F also changed some Hardware-components in the engine. Will/can these changes also be applied to the the existing car? My dealer could not give me an exact answer to that question.


    Regards--e
     
  4. Maximus Brutus

    Maximus Brutus Karting

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    #54 Maximus Brutus, Jun 23, 2009
    I am not at home right now and the full details of the HGTE upgrade options are there. I will answer any questions I can on Saturday.

    Essentially there are 3 parts to this upgrade though.

    Wheels/Tyres/Suspension
    Exhaust
    Grill/Badges

    I have a full breakdown of each including labour charges.
     
  5. fazza

    fazza Rookie

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    #55 fazza, Jun 23, 2009
    You can also get the full details (and a whole bunch of new photos released today) here:

    http://www.motorauthority.com/ferraris-new-599-gtb-hgte-laps-fiorano-test-track-in-1m-265s.html
     
  6. SilverF20C

    SilverF20C Formula 3

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    #56 SilverF20C, Jun 23, 2009
    Just had a look and I see what you mean. The seats look amazing but I wonder if you could order that without the "HandlingGTE" stitching?
     
  7. baron

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    #57 baron, Jun 23, 2009
    Does anyone know if the exhaust HGTE exhaust improves the sound significantly? Anyone has first hand experience with the HGTE exhaust? Thanks.
     
  8. robert biscan

    robert biscan F1 Veteran
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    #58 robert biscan, Jun 25, 2009
    I own a 599 and put the capristo exhaust system that was a thread on here and does it ever make a difference. I am so impressed with it. It added several horses and the sound is great.
     
  9. Ferrarista3

    Ferrarista3 F1 Rookie

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    #59 Ferrarista3, Jun 26, 2009
    What did you install? Just the rear mufflers? Or more?
     
  10. The Ape

    The Ape Formula 3

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    #60 The Ape, Jun 26, 2009
    I just got the confirmation that they can delete it. I don't want to look at that every time I step into my car. After what Im spending on this beast I think I know what I bought without a reminder in fine Italian stitching on my seats!! : )
     
  11. baron

    baron Karting

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    #61 baron, Jun 26, 2009
    I am guessing that any aftermarket exhaust will sound better (louder and more aggressive) than the exhaust in the HGTE package. The problem is that the dealer keep saying that putting an aftermarket exhaust is not covered by warranty and they advise against it. And since the car has had 2 check engine lights initially, I am hesitate to go to aftermarket route. Has anyone encountered this problem? Thanks.
     
  12. tazandjan

    tazandjan Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #62 tazandjan, Jun 26, 2009
    Baron- Ferrari has indeed said after market exhausts void the warranty. In general, the HGTC exhausts on the 575M/Superamerica and 612 have been an excellent compromise between loudness and great exhaut note. I have a Superamerica HGTC exhaust on my 575M and love the sound. I have read the same thing about the 612 HGTC exhaust. I would imagine the 599 HGTE will be similar, although I have not heard one personally.

    Taz
    Terry Phillips
     
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