After unveiling the F12 Berlinetta and its fastest-ever hypercar in the LaFerrari, Ferrari is pulling out all the stops by showcasing another fierce contender for super-car enthusiast to revel and pour over. Take your hats off gentlemen as we wave in the 458 Speciale. A revamped version of the 458 Italia, the Speciale’s refined V8 engine puts out 605HP – an increase of 35 on the regular version – and hits 0-62mph in 3 seconds flat. Yes, you heard us, 0-62mph in 3 seconds flat, and 124 mph in just over nine.Add responsive aerodynamic panels to help it handle high speeds, a Side Slip angle Control system giving it intelligent control through turns, and specially-designed Michelin Pilot Sport Cup2 tires, promising improved durability and better wet weather performance, and you’ve got one exceptionally smooth ride.While the exterior has been innovated, the interior of this latest model has never been better. Stripped down for actions, there’s more exposed carbon fibre inside, a two-point race harness, and a new spar on the central tunnel houses the gearbox control buttons. The Italians know how to do luxury. It’s the most extreme road-going Ferrari out there because it is born out of the brand’s best-in-class racing models.Get ready to experience the highest accelerating power of any Ferrari out there. Going on how spectacular the 458 Italia was already, we can see this being the ultimate boys toy if you are looking for a new ride to blaze around in. In our view, the racing stripe makes it all the more impressive.For more information visits 485speciale.ferrari.com
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