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  1. Aircon

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  2. simon klein

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    Yep there's quite a collection there.
     
  3. Maranello550

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    The bowser or the Norton??
     
  4. Aircon

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    2020 Ferrari Roma Coupe
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    Ferrari has revealed a new 602bhp mid-front-engined coupé called the Roma; it's effectively a fixed roof version of the Portofino with substantially reworked styling.


    The Italian firm described the machine as a "2+" coupé featuring “refined proportions and timeless design”, with the Italian firm also promising “unparalleled performance and handling.” The Roma gains a bold grille at the end of its elongated front, and sharp lines over the bold wheel arches.


    The Roma is powered by a revamped version of the 3.9-litre turbocharged V8 unit as in the Portofino drop-top, albeit using the eight-speed DCT gearbox that was introduced on the SF90 Stradale.


    In the Roma, the unit delivers 602bhp between 5750 and 7500rpm, with 591lb ft of torque between 3000 and 5750rpm.


    That output is up from 592bhp and 561lb ft in the Portofino. Ferrari claims a 0-62mph time of 3.4secs, and a top speed of more than 199mph. The version of this powerplant used in the recently launched F8 Tributo produces 710bhp.


    Notably, the Roma has a dry weight of just 1472kg with lightweight options fitted; that's a little less than 200kg lighter than the Portofino. It measures 4656mm long and is 1974mm wide, with a wheelbase of 2670mm.


    So far, Ferrari has only released limited details of the Roma, along with a small number of images. The only interior shot so far shows a dramatically sculpted cockpit featuring a digital instrument display and a touchscreen mounted at the front of a large centre console.


    There is also no indication of what Ferrari means by a 2+ seater. The California, which preceded the Portofino, was orignially offered with the choice of two tiny rear seats or a bench, an option the Roma could re-introduce.


    According to Ferrari, the Roma was named after the Italian capital – where it was revealed at a launch event – because it “is a contemporary representation of the carefree, pleasurable way of life that characterised Rome in the 1950s and ’60s.” That implies that the machine will focus more on everyday usability and relaxed driving than being intended as a long-distance grand tourer.


    The decision to introduce a new nameplate, rather than just producing a hard-top version of the Portofino, has likely been taken to target the car at a new audience. By turning the car into a "2+" coupé, it can likely broaden its offering at the entry level of its range.


    Earlier this year, Ferrari’s marketing chief, Enrico Galliera, told Autocar that the firm would become “less predictable” and said that at least car it would reveal this year would be “in a new segment”. Ferrari's current focus is on increasing revenues rather than strictly increasing sales.


    Ferrari is expected to reveal more information and details about the Roma tomorrow (Thursday).

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  8. Maranello550

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    I already have a GP Garden Gate Manx and really like the prewar bikes. The 600 looks really interesting. Estimate seems a bit low though.
     
  9. Aircon

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    Ok. Interesting.
     
  10. wrxmike

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    There were rumours this car was coming , its basically a Portofino but without the benefit of the removable roof. My guess is that it will be positioned cheaper than the Portofino (and be the cheapest new Ferrari) and probably have more useable space in the interior because there is no roof mechanism.
    As the entry level model it could also pave the way for Ferrari to fit a V6 TT and voila, they have a "Dino" for very little development cost.
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  11. kerrari

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    Looks too much like a Panamera for my liking; note from the article the next release will be in a “new segment”... SUV in 10, 9, 8...
     
  12. greg246

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    Look forward to seeing it in the flesh. Looks great
     
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    Looks like a 911 competitor to me.
     
  14. Cyt

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    Looks a bit like jag f type
     
  15. wrxmike

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    That's exactly what I though too.
     
  16. ihavearedferrari

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    Looks amazing. Bit like the new Aston Martin Vantage from the front with a Mclaren interior and a booty that resembles the Merc GT
     
  17. moretti

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    That's what I thought when I saw it .... and I liked the looks of the Jag as well :)

    But where is the GPS ??!!

    And cup holders, umbrella, dental floss, seat warmers ........
     
  18. Horse

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    Fixeded.;);)
     
  19. ihavearedferrari

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    Now that Ford vs Ferrari movie has hit cinemas, im tempted to take my Ferrari to my local drive in and watch it. Wonder how the crowd will react.
     
  20. greg246

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    WANKER!!!! :p
     
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    Left himself wide open for that one.
     
  23. greg246

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    The male nurse thought the same too
     
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  24. moretti

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    All at the Ballina hotel
     

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