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True Beauty Is In The Details - TAG 488 With Full Novitec // TAG Motorsports

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  1. Neema@TAG

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    #1 Neema@TAG, Jul 13, 2016
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    The 458 has been an extremely common sight in our shop over the past few years and from the first rumors of a twin turbocharged replacement, we have been dying to get our hands on one. Thankfully, the TAG Motorsports project 488 GTB is finally here and we're excited to share our first round of upgrades with you!

    HRE's new Series P2 is a perfect stylistic match for the latest generation of supercars like the 488. We chose a 20"/21" set of P204s in Satin Bronze and introduced them to the fenders with Novitec's Sport Spring Set. 458 owners are familiar with this popular kit which allowed us to dial in exactly the ride height we wanted using the factory threaded adjustments, this is a great option for owners who don't want to move to an aftermarket coilover solution or who want to retain the exceptional ride quality of the OEM dampers. The Novitec spring rates give a very nice ride and handling balance even at significantly lower ride heights.

    We have partnered once again with Novitec Rosso for this build, their ability to consistently deliver immaculately engineered and manufactured parts for our customers made them an obvious choice. Their exterior carbon fiber suite for the 488 is absolutely gorgeous and delivers tangible decreases to front and rear aerodynamic lift. Novitec is still one of the only companies that designs and tests its aerodynamic upgrades in a wind tunnel and it's nice to know that these beautiful upgrades aren't negatively impacting the behavior of the car at high speed.

    Round 2 is currently in progress, the Novitec Performance Stage 2. This includes Novitec's Catalyst Replacement Pipes, Power Optimized Exhaust System w/ Flap Regulation, and the N-Tronic Performance Tune.

    We have both versions of the rear section exhuast, with valves and the non-valved straight pipes, going onto our car for pictures and videos and will share everything we have soon!

    2016 Ferrari 488 GTB Novitec

    - 20x9 & 21x13 HRE P204 Wheels in Satin Bronze Finish

    - 245/35/20 & 355/25/21 Pirelli PZero Tires

    - Novitec Carbon Front Lip Spoiler

    - Novitec Carbon Lower Front Wings

    - Novitec Carbon Side Panel Set (side skirts)

    - Novitec Carbon Rear Diffusor

    - Novitec Carbon Diffusor Add-On

    - Novitec Carbon Diffuser Fins

    - Novitec Carbon 3rd Brake Light

    - Novitec Carbon DRS Aero Spoilers (rear lower 3 pieces)

    - Novitec Carbon Rear Air Outlets

    - Novitec Carbon Center Air Outlet

    - Novitec Carbon Rear Wing

    - Novitec Carbon Mirror Set

    - Novitec Carbon Door Triangles

    - Novitec Carbon Tailight Covers

    - Novitec Sport Spring Set

    Click HERE to see more info on all of the products above or to place an order!

    What do you guys think? If you have any questions at all regarding any of the parts you see, please feel free to contact us by EMAIL ([email protected]) or PM for more details.
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  2. Sir_Ferrari

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    #2 Sir_Ferrari, Jul 14, 2016
    This 488 GTB looks just breathtaking with the Novitec body parts and HRE P204 wheels! Well done guys!
     
  3. Alex@TAG

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    #3 Alex@TAG, Jul 15, 2016


    Thanks for the kind words! Stay tuned for the next round of goodies and videos of this lady in red. Stage 2 woo hoo! Haha
     
  4. Yuqi

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    #4 Yuqi, Jul 15, 2016
    very impressive! Did you guys have a chance to test the performanc time as stock? 0-100km/h? 100-200?
     
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    #5 458trofeo, Jul 16, 2016
    Ugh stance alert guys!!!.. unless you want to take it to Baja..
     
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    #6 MaseratiCorse, Jul 16, 2016
    Just stunning, wheels are not my first choice but overall beautifully executed w/o over doing it. If it were me, this would be my wheel configuration:

    - HRE P101 in Grigio Corsa
    - Std. Speciale/488 sizing (20") w K1 Mich. PSC2 tyres
    - Carbon fibre hub caps
    - Titan. Valve stem caps
     
  7. jm2

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    #7 jm2, Jul 16, 2016
    don't understand the 'Baja' comment.....wheels too big? Too small? Too much clearance?
    What?
     
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    #8 458trofeo, Jul 16, 2016
    This
     
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    #9 jm2, Jul 16, 2016
    too much clearance? seriously?
    the wheels have to turn and move up and down if one would expect to actually drive it on public roads I would think
     
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    #10 458trofeo, Jul 16, 2016
    I frown from putting any wheels larger than 20in, wheels appear
    disproportionate and chassis sits too high of the ground, just personal
    taste.

    Besides, imho the presented car should be lowered about 15-20mm more,
    still too much gap, there is some playing space..
     
  11. Alex@TAG

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    #11 Alex@TAG, Jul 18, 2016
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    Sure did.

    100-200KMH is 4.1 Seconds
    80-150 KHM is 3.0 Seconds

    Its fast :)
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    #12 Alex@TAG, Jul 18, 2016
    So the front is a 20" wheel. The rear is a 21" wheel. The overall diameter in the front is exactly the same, the overall diameter in the rear is about .5" taller than OEM....

    Regarding the ride height, being that the car did not come with factory lift, yes i agree it sits a bit high especially with the new carbon bits in the front. Currently the Novitec Noselift is being installed so we will be able to go a HAIR lower, and have front axel lift, so wont have an issue clearing obstacles :)
     
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    #13 Alex@TAG, Jul 18, 2016
    We have something else up our sleeves right now that I think you would like!
     
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    #14 Alex@TAG, Jul 19, 2016
    My apologies - this is WITH the Novitec Performance. Did not get to do it stock :)
     
  15. Neema@TAG

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    #15 Neema@TAG, Jul 26, 2016
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    We just got done testing our 488 GTB with just about every configuration of Novitec exhaust system, while Gabriel is processing the video & sound clips for us to post here is a look at what the car looks like with the black Novitec tips.

    The Novitec Cat Replacement Pipes unleash the true sound of this Ferrari, a typical flat plane crank V8 wail with an intoxicating turbo spool. Novitec's Power Optimized Exhaust System With Flap Regulation allows you to keep the sound close to stock when needed but with the valves open, this is probably our favorite sounding turbocharged supercar on the market!

    Videos coming very soon!
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    #16 Neema@TAG, Aug 1, 2016
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    Quick teaser of the Novitec N-Tronic units being programmed ahead of their installation into our 488 GTB. The power is just incredible, both in its quantity and delivery, after the N-Tronic is installed. I don't want to say it's a night and day difference because the 488 is already a ballistic missile but the N-Tronic takes the F154's twin turbo V8 character and amplifies it.
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    #17 lamborarijason, Apr 12, 2018
    Is the power band similar to stock NA like linear power band? since the kit can be activated / deactivated with the manettino switch at the steering wheel. I am guessing the seat of pants is got to be noticeable when it is activated. Can you guys also perform the install?
     
  18. Sean@TAG

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    #18 Sean@TAG, Apr 12, 2018
    There is no question that there is an increase in power. Both delivery and consistency are absolutely incredible. We have installed quite a few here in house, and can certainly get you set up!
     
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    #19 anishka, Apr 12, 2018

    Sean, is the power band similar to stock with an NA like linear power band, or is some turbo-lag introduced with the increase in power?

    Thanks, Larry.
    ,
     
  20. Sean@TAG

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    #20 Sean@TAG, Apr 12, 2018
    The car still has an excellent linear pull. Really not laggy at all!
     

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