Classiche Academy Driving the History in Italy

Watch the video! While I get that this is not for everyone, for those that appreciate the 308/550 and actually fit in these Ferrari, I cannot imagine a better experience than the event this package presents.
You can talk to your Ferrari Dealership for more information , but I have included as much details as I could below. I also attached the actual brochure with photos and all.

Enjoy the video either way:
https://www.ferrari.com/en-EN/auto/classiche-academy-2019-video


Driving a timeless masterpiece like a classic Ferrari is a pleasure that only a lucky few can enjoy, and this

pleasure can now be further enhanced with in-depth knowledge of the vehicle and of the best driving
techniques. With Ferrari Classiche Academy you’ll experience the driving of two car models that helped
writing the illustrious history of the Prancing Horse: the 308 GTB and the 550 Maranello.
Learn about the history of these masterpieces and understand the way they were designed and built by
visiting the archive and the artisan workshop. Step into the world of events for vintage cars, through
regularity rallies and training activities on track, and at your discretion, enjoy the driving sessions on your
own classic Ferrari to conclude your historical experience into the Ferrari Classiche universe.
The program develops over two days, where the theory part is backed up by an intense, dynamic activity

on the track and steering pad, with the aim of uncovering all the secrets of driving manual transmission
cars and providing the fundamentals for participating in time trials.


Includes the following:

Theoretical sessions at the workshop and the archive of Ferrari Classiche

Driving sessions at the Fiorano track: 30 laps with instructor plus free practice
Driving session on track with road book and pressostat/photocell
Steering pad sessions
5 cars available: 5 groups with a dedicated instructor each
10 to 15 participants per day (the activity will be held only if a minimum of 10 participants
will confirm their attendance at least two weeks before the arrival day)

Dedicated activities for the companions



ARRIVAL DAY


From 4.00 pm
Classiche Academy registration process
at the hotel

7.30 pm
Shuttle bus to the restaurant

8.00 pm
Welcome dinner



DAY 1


09.00 am
Shuttle bus to the factory

09.15 - 10.00 am | FERRARI CLASSICHE DEPT.
Walk around of a car on a lift

10.00 - 11.00 am | SHOWROOM
Theoretical session “Vehicle engineering principles”

11.00 - 11.30 am | SHOWROOM
Theoretical session “Driving safety criteria”

12.00 - 01.00 pm | FIORANO TRACK
Demo session + 1st driving session

01:00 - 02:00 pm | FIORANO TRACK

Lunch

02.00 - 03.40 pm | FIORANO TRACK
2nd and 3rd driving session

03.40 - 04.00 pm | FIORANO TRACK
Technical briefing


04.00 - 05.00 pm | FIORANO TRACK
Regularity driving session

05.15 pm
Shuttle bus to the hotel

07.30 pm
Shuttle bus to the dinner venue

08.00 pm
Dinner


DAY 2


09.15 am
Shuttle bus to the factory

09.30 - 10.00 am | FERRARI CLASSICHE DEPT
Theoretical session on “The Ferrari Classiche:
history, world and services”

10.00 - 10.30 am | HISTORICAL ARCHIVE
A journey through the original documents

11.00 - 13.00 am | FIORANO TRACK
4th and 5th driving session

01:00 - 02:00 pm | FIORANO TRACK

Lunch

02.00 - 04.30 pm | FIORANO TRACK
Skill tests and regularity training

04.30 pm
Certificate of attendance ceremony,
conclusions and farewell

05.00 pm
Shuttle bus to the hotel




Dates:

17th arrival day 18th -19th March
13th arrival day 14th -15th May
08th arrival day 09th -10th June
20th arrival day 21st -22nd July
13th arrival day 14th -15th September



The Cars:

The Ferrari 308 GTB / 3.2 Mondial and the Ferrari

550 Maranello will provide you with a unique
opportunity to learn countless driving tips behind the
wheel of classic sports car masterpieces.

FERRARI 308 GTB (1975)

FERRARI 3.2 MONDIAL (1980)

These two renowned mid-engine Ferraris from
the ‘70s and the ‘80s embody the characteristics
that will help you become a skilled classic car
driver, fully capable of mastering vehicles devoid
of any electronic assistance.
The cars’ naturally-aspirated V8 engine boasts

two overhead camshafts per bank.
The synchromesh 5-speed manual gearbox,

coupled with a limited-slip differential, is perfect
for learning how to manage manual transmissions.
The rack and pinion steering has no servo-assistance.

FERRARI 550 MARANELLO (1996)

The 550 Maranello was Ferrari’s answer to those
who believed the performance of a front-engine
V12 car could not beat that of a mid-rear-engine
sports car.
Its naturally-aspirated 485-cv V12 engine features

twin overhead camshafts per bank and dry sump
lubrication. The front-engine, rear-wheel drive
transaxle layout offers ideal weight balance. The
car’s Servotronic power assisted steering varies

the degree of assistance with road speed, being
greatest at parking speeds and reducing as speed
increases.

Thanks to Classiche Academy you will be put at the
wheel of these wonderful cars to get a comprehensive
insight on the world of classic Ferraris and the expertise
needed to drive cars produced before electronic vehicle
dynamic controls changed the way cars respond.

 

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Agreed, but then again, 6 owners have signed up in the last 48 hours , so it doesn't appear to limit everyone.

For owners and enthusiast looking to do something unique that gets them back to the days before electronics and gadgets made drivers better than
they really are.... I think the money is a mute point. The sound of the 550 at speed , the 308 drifting out of the curve...

After all , almost all Corsa Pilota events are sold out, for about the same money, NOT in Italy, and does not include the " extras " that this event is offering.

But I understand your point, this event isn't for everyone, I just thought I would put it out there in case there IS someone who would be interested in it, and didn't mind
paying for the chance to drive someone else's car around a track in Italy!

S