488 GTO ?

correct point. but i guess they could manage it based on the 488GTB platform to not need the new/full vehicle type examination.

same happend with the .2GT3 and its new engine as far i remember. it was based on the .1 or even on the base model 991.

 

Challenge owners do not need a track oriented road car because they already have a real track car, Speciale owners despise the turbochargers - so 488 owners move up the line

 

So true ....

 

Things definitely get put into perspective - Heath is wealth - always in Enjoy in good health while you can .....

 

unveil feb 15 or 20 (my dealer forgot which of the two)

 

it is surely true in germany/austria. it all depends on the dealer.

 

Yes indeed....they told me 16th february they will show a video just for clients to show the car...I hope I will be free

 

Funny as my European contract for the 488VS specifically states "if approved by Ferrari".

 

We are close to 2000 posts, still no pic and no name. Congrest to the Ferrari PR team...

 

Dealers (no matter what part of the world they are in) sell cars for a living so it is natural (and in their best interest) to give assurances (no matter how unrealistic) where deemed necessary. Ferrari is the supplier and therefore hold the last word. As potential buyers we get to live in hope.
Ridiculous as it all seems, it's the buyers money that keeps both dealer and supplier in existence, yet, we get caught up in "the game".

 

488 owners won't be in a privy position regarding allocation. Priority goes to Challenge car owners who will each receive one of 95 unique cars through tailor made.. Then Ferrari has a pre selected list which is sent to dealers . Dealers can ignore this list if they so wish. Dealers will call the customers for an instant yes or no answer, and I believe that is happening Monday.
Aperta will follow in September. Then the interesting bit. There will be a final limited edition numbered car after that.
Car will be unveiled to the press 16th Feb, then private showing in each dealership on the 20th. name to be announced at Geneva.

 

Then I guess if I don't get a call Monday I know I'm f/ked. Oh well at least I have a good fall back position having a definite 2rs allocation. As good as its been so far, 488 may wind up being my first and last Ferrari if I get struck off....out of principle.

 

Sounds similar to what I heard. Basically to get one of these cars you are going to have to have spent more money than just previously bought a 488 you're going to have to spend a lot of money with Ferrari... basically bought just about every single model that has come out and been offered to you for a couple of years or have spent a lot with their race programs. Basically the more you spend and are loyal to your dealer and always sell your car back to them so they can then resell at a profit then you move up the Ferrari priority ladder.

 

Press release will be before Geneva

 

always says that. it means if the order as such is approved, not the client.

 

Need to make sure I am by the phone on Monday - just in case!!

 

thank you jmk500 for the info.

privat showing: meaning real car and in ‚every‘ dealership?
can‘t be.
so i guess a/the video was meant?

 

btw, estimated production number is 4000 cars, so no one should worry not to get one...not sure if this includes the aperta or so...
and the rear spoiler is supposed to be really really aggressive.

 

Ferrari have special video that will play only once. Each dealership preview event will be on a screen. After playing the video once, it will not replay. This stops Staff watching and leaking.

 

If that's the case, and I understand it is including the Aperta, you are right, and it's another triumph of marketing.

 

This is becoming like Mission Impossible.

 

have bought 488 GTB and Spider and told in my case very unlikely which is a disappointment as the desire to own is high. But Ferrari want to make an example about flippers and want to sell these special cars to customers who have racing in their blood. I think it's a good decision. Oh and if you flipped a 458 Speciale outside the dealer network within 18 months, you've shot yourself in the foot there..

 

Let's hope you're right. Was assured I'm in but let's see what unfolds...

 

Just to ensure no funny business by the dealers, Ferrari have someone overseeing the whole thing... Image Unavailable, Please Login

 

Not sure if that's a good or bad thing now.