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  1. Continental AutoSports

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    #1 Continental AutoSports, Apr 20, 2009
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    The Ferrari California has arrived at Continental AutoSports

    Like all Ferraris, the California comes fully equipped to deliver the highest level of on board functionality quality of life.

    The instrumant panel features both analog and digital indicators in a perfect synthesis of tradition and modern functionality, reducing distraction for the driver.

    The California's braking system is characterised by it effectiveness and its reliability, even under the most extreme driving conditions. Like all latest generation Ferraris,the California is equipped with CCM Brakes ( Carbon Ceramic Material ).

    The California is equipped with the exclusive traction control system originally introduced on the 599 GTB Fiorano and subsequently adopted on the 430 Scuderia.

    Stop by Continental AutoSports any time and see it live and in person.

    You can see it when you come the FCA Arts and Literature Show Saturday April 25th at

    Continental AutoSports
    420 E Ogden Ave
    Hinsdale, Ill 60521
    630-655-3535
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  2. amenasce

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    #2 amenasce, Apr 20, 2009
    25th ? My mom is coming from France that day at 3pm.

    Will the show start earlier ???

    Thanks !
     
  3. Continental AutoSports

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    #3 Continental AutoSports, Apr 20, 2009
    The show is from 9 -4
     
  4. amenasce

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    #4 amenasce, Apr 20, 2009
    Sweet , i ll be there !
     
  5. F1tommy

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    #5 F1tommy, Apr 20, 2009
    Nice!!! One more car to look at during the Expo. Good job Continental, as usual.

    Tom Tanner/Ferrari Expo model contest and art/photography display-Chicago april 25th 2009
     
  6. absent

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    #6 absent, Apr 20, 2009
    Andrew,
    LFSC will have the California unveiling party in early May.
     
  7. amenasce

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    #7 amenasce, Apr 20, 2009
    Hi Mark,

    WIll that be a list only event ? If not, i ll be there!

    Are you coming to the Supercar Saturday on May 2nd at the Glen ?
     
  8. andy6789

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    #8 andy6789, Apr 20, 2009
    Is the car going to be in the showroom? Im going to the autobahn on thursday and would like to stop by and check it out.
     
  9. absent

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    #9 absent, Apr 20, 2009
    -Not sure
    -Only if I'm back on time (coming back from Florida either Friday or Saturday)
     
  10. Carsleuth

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    #10 Carsleuth, Apr 20, 2009
    Wow! Thom, I have to see this car this Saturday. I've been dying to see one in person. :D I'll be there. (as will my camera :p)
     
  11. Continental AutoSports

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    #11 Continental AutoSports, Apr 20, 2009
    Good deal. You are much better at taking pics than me or Jeremy.
     
  12. tifosi12

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    #12 tifosi12, Apr 20, 2009
    Looking forward to see it on Saturday.

    I still think they made some terrible compromises around the rear end.
     
  13. birddog

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    #13 birddog, Apr 20, 2009
    Haven't we all at one point or another? ;)
     
  14. tifosi12

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    #14 tifosi12, Apr 20, 2009
    I knew that phrasing lent itself to some clever comment...

    Seriously, I think Ferrari has lost the plot a bit when it comes to the rear ends: The two round tail lights is a long standing Ferrari tradition. Enzo and 430 have them, but 599 and California don't, which I think is sacrilege. And would have been so easy to combine with the design.

    Apart from that, the California tail is way too high, compromise to hide the roof. I would have preferred a less slick solution and more traditional styling, but then again I'm not part of the target group they are looking for. So I'll shut up and enjoy the side and front view. :)

    I do love however that there is finally a "small" Ferrari with the engine in the front. That was long overdue IMHO.
     
  15. David_S

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    #15 David_S, Apr 20, 2009
    That is one of the strangest sentences I've seen in quite a while.
     
  16. Carsleuth

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    #16 Carsleuth, Apr 20, 2009
    Thanks Thom, looking forward to it.
     
  17. Gilles27

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    #17 Gilles27, Apr 20, 2009
    Don't let Fabio hear that:)

    Nice looking car--thanks for posting!
     
  18. adam76

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    #18 adam76, Apr 21, 2009
    Saw the Cali at the Wynn in Vegas the other day...VERY unimpressive, quite a let down.
     
  19. Webby

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    #19 Webby, Apr 21, 2009
    Still looks too fat, but it may grow on me. The Veyron looks fat in pictures too but great in real life. Thanks for the add on facebook by the way :)
     
  20. tifosi12

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    #20 tifosi12, Apr 21, 2009
    LOL

    Ron Dennis is now writing the marketing material for Ferrari.
     
  21. Darolls

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    #21 Darolls, Apr 22, 2009
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    Modern Ferraris suck when it comes down to aesthetics.

    Design wise, they're becoming 'generic' in appearance to my dismay. The older F-cars had much more individuality and character in appearance than the new ones.......sometimes, I don't know if I'm seeing a Ferrari, Porsche or whatever.

    No offense meant to owners of new Ferraris, it's just my opinion.
     
  22. Continental AutoSports

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    #22 Continental AutoSports, Apr 23, 2009
    We just added an additional fundraiser to raise money for Randy.

    On Saturday 04/25/09 during the Arts and Lit Show we will be selling tickets for ride in the Ferrari California.

    For the price of $20.00 you will be given a ride in the Ferrari California.

    You will also be eligible for a gift bag of a Ferrari T Shirt and Rally Stick raffle which will be held every hour. Winner need be present.

    All money raised from this fundraiser as well as the Track Day FundRaiser will be given to Randy Rodgers, who as many of you know, retired last May due to medical reasons.

    For more information call Taylor Ladd at 630-655-3535
     
  23. jjmalez

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    #23 jjmalez, Apr 23, 2009

    Hello,

    Sounds great! I'll be there with a pocket full or $20's.

    - See you Saturday.

    Joe
     
  24. Continental AutoSports

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    #24 Continental AutoSports, Apr 23, 2009
    Hey Joe
    Be sure to stop by the CarNuts Boutique and introduce yourself.

    Thom
     
  25. Townshend

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    #25 Townshend, Apr 23, 2009
    Late May. Not sure if it will be open to whomever or not..
     
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