Known worldwide for being one of the most gorgeous-looking cars, this classic 250 GTZ supercar automobile has won various races and competitions in the last fifty years. It takes pride as being the highest value of any luxury and fast sports car in the market.During the production of the 350 GTZ hot fast cars, it became one of the most rewarding car productions for both Ferrari and Zagato. Unfortunately, this classic beauty was only manufactured for a few lucky clients by request, including the Italian sports car champion Camillo Luglio.

When Yoshiyuki Hayashi, a well-known Japanese exotic and historical fast car collector, asked Zagato of the possibility to develop a bodywork for his 575M, derived from the world-famous 250 GTZ Berlinetta.

Zagato informed Ferrari of this request just in time to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the classic 1956 fast auto Ferrari 250 GTZ. Coachbuilder Zagato and Ferrari agreed to build a new fast car derived from the 250 GTZ exclusively for Hayashi.

Just like the 250 GTZ, the new fast car, to be called the 575 “Zero”, will be made entirely of ultra-light aluminum with two-tone gray and silver paintwork, sporty lines, stylistic features and design trademarks from the 250 GTZ such as the double-bubble roofline.

The fast new car 575 GTZ will feature a V12 engine that produces 540 horsepower at 7250 rpm and 433 lb-ft of torque at 5250 rpm. The impressive V12 engine is expected to boost the car up to a top speed of 202 mph and rocket from zero to 60 mph in only four seconds.

This two-seater, retro and fast cool car includes a six-speed semi-automatic transmission with paddle shifters and is expected to fly zero to 100 mph for only 12.2 seconds.

For a high-performance Ferrari, Zagato designed a less imposing grid in its open mouth instead of a billet grille. Of course, this luxurious and fast sports car will be tagged by a trademark Ferrari horse on its bonnet and the Z of Zagato on its side.

Since the classic 250GTZ was introduced to the public in 1956 at Concours D’Elegance, Italy, the modern 575 GTZ was also presented in the exact location last April 22nd to the 24th.

2006 FERRARI ZAGATO 575 GTZ SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL INFO

• Price: N/A
• Curb Weight: 1690 lbs
• Height: 50.27 in
• Length: 179.13 in
• Drivetrain Layout: Front Engine/RWD

FUEL

• Capacity: 27.7 Gallons
• Average Fuel Economy (Miles per gallon): N/A
• Type: Gasoline – Petrol

TRANSMISSION

• Name: 6-speed Semi-Automatic with Paddle-shifters
• Speed: 6 Gears
• Type: Semi-automatic

Engine

• Type: V12
• Displacement: 350.8 Ci/ 5748 Cc
• Horsepower: 540 HP @ 7250 RPM
• Torque: 433 lbs-ft @ 5250 RPM
• Redline: N/A

Performance

• 0-60 mph: 4.2 seconds
• 0-100 mph: 12.25 seconds
• 200-ft Skidpad: na
• Top speed: 202 mph
• Braking (60-0 mph): na
• Slalom Speed: na

The Ferrari F430 Spider gets 485 horsepower at 8500 rpm and 343 lb-ft of torque at 5250 rpm out of its 4.3-liter V8, enough to propel it to 60 mph in approximately 4.2 seconds and 100 mph in 9 seconds. With an 8500-rpm redline, the 3,350-pound Spider fast car can boost up to a top speed of more than 190 mph.

The F430 Spider hot fast car has two transmission types available. The standard transmission includes a six-speed manual with classic clutch pedal and conventional Ferrari shifter.  An optional transmission is the Formula 1-inspired gearbox – manual transmission electro-hydraulic-mechanical paddle shifters for a more refined street driving.

Another impressive feature of this new fast car also derived from Formula 1 racing is the manettino switch with several vehicle settings such as Race, Sport, Low Grip and Ice – each with specific settings used in different driving conditions.

However, Ferrari cautions those fast car enthusiasts that the Race Setting should only be used in a controlled setting such as a racetrack because this setting switches off the entire traction and stability control systems of the Spider.

This fast cool car follows the Modena concept with its Spider top that folds in thirds within twenty seconds from full-down to full-up and vice versa.  This padded top is available in Bordeaux, black, navy and beige.

The F430 Spider super fast car has upgraded bodywork that includes a wind blocker made of polycarbonate materials to improve rearview mirror visibility, re-shaped rear quarters and a bigger rear diffuser.  A breathtaking view of the Ferrari F430 Spider hot fast car is the black, rear engine canopy covered with glass and dressed up with chromed oil cap and red covers.

This convertible sports car has a spacious interior, leather-wrapped steering wheel with bright red start button and side-hugging high-quality leather seats. Although headroom is quite tight for occupants over 6 feet, tall drivers may as well enjoy their driving with the padded cloth top down.

Although geared to be a fast sports car, the F430 Spider also has a spacious trunk located between the front wheels and can functionally accept carry-on luggage.

2006 FERRARI F430 SPIDER SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL INFO

1. Price: $199,000 – 210,000
2. Curb Weight: 3,351 lbs
3. Height: 48.6 in
4. Length: 177.6 in
5. Drivetrain Layout: Rear Wheel Drive

FUEL

1. Capacity: Gallons
2. Average Fuel Economy(Miles per gallon):
3. Type: Petrol
4. Recommended fuel: 91

TRANSMISSION

1. Name: 6-speed auto-clutch manual
2. Speed: 6 Gears F1 sequential
3. Type: Automatic with manual gear selection   

Engine

1. Type: 4.3-liter V-8
2. Displacement: 262.4 Ci/ 4300.7 Cc
3. Horsepower: 485 HP @ 8500 RPM
4. Torque: 343 ft-lbs @ 5250 rpm
5. Redline: 8500 RPM

Performance

1. 0-60 mph: 4.2 seconds
2. 0-100 mph: 9 seconds
3. 200-ft Skidpad: 0.92 g
4. Top speed: 193 mph
5. Braking (60-0 mph): 109 ft
6. Slalom Speed: 68.9 mph