Ferrari 612 Scaglietti

[BoCo]

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The 612 Scaglietti is the perfect marriage of sporty thoroughbred Ferrari berlinetta performance and excellent onboard comfort for four occupants. The replacement for the highly successful 456M, the new model’s own winning combination derives from a roomy interior enhanced by significantly larger dimensions, a 60 kg reduction in weight, and a range of uncompromising design solutions. The 612 Scaglietti’s most significant features include:

- All-aluminium space frame chassis and bodywork construction used for the very first time on a Ferrari 12-cylinder and built entirely by Ferrari at the Scaglietti light-alloy technologies facility. The result is a massive 60% increase in overall structural rigidity (rigidity-weight ratio). The 612 Scaglietti’s advanced aluminium construction also translates into improved comfort and handling, in addition to offering maximum occupant protection in the case of a collision.

- A mid-front layout with the engine mounted behind the front axle, and the gearbox and differential in unit at the rear ensure that the centre of gravity is kept as far back and as low as possible. This in turn significantly improves the car’s dynamics in terms of performance (0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds), stability and braking efficiency, as well as delivering much nimbler handling. Excellent weight distribution (46% front, 54% rear) is enhanced by a performance-oriented handling set-up with active damping and the special CST stability and traction control system, used here for the very first time on a Ferrari.

- A 65° V12 engine with a displacement of 5,748cc which is rounded off to give the figure 6 (litres) in the 612 model designation. The V12 represents the very pinnacle of Ferrari engine design, thanks in particular to improved fluid dynamic characteristics of the intake and exhaust manifolds, generating a blistering 540bhp at 7,250 rpm. The six-speed mechanical gearbox is available with both a manual and a new generation electro-hydraulic set-up, known as the F1A, designed to marry fast manual gear shifting with comfortable automatic use.

Designed by Pininfarina to epitomise dynamism and elegance, the 612 Scaglietti boasts characteristic scalloped sides that recall the famous 375 MM bodied by the Turin coachbuilder for Rossellini and used by Ingrid Bergman. Its thoroughbred spirit effortlessly combines with outstanding comfort and space on board, from the ease of entry for all four occupants and the notable legroom (helped by an increase in length of 139 mm compared to the 456M), to the excellent rear seating layout with extra headroom. Lastly, the overall roominess of the 612 Scaglietti is complemented by a 240-litre luggage compartment - a full 25% larger than the 456M’s - which can hold a five-piece Ferrari luggage set or two golf bags.

The level of on-board comfort is completed with a range of new generation of ergonomic features: the instrument binnacle and steering wheel-mounted commands designed for maximum driver control, dual-zone climate control, and a Hi-End Bose sound system specifically developed for the 612 Scaglietti’s sophisticated aluminium and leather interior which can, naturally, be fully personalised on request.

[Pragma]

Wow, very nice looking car.

So how much does it cost?

[Stare At The Sun]

Yeah, i'd drive that...all day and all night long. That is one amazing car.

[DEI37]

Looks sharp. And a 540hp V12? I'll take two, please! One in the car, and one on an engine stand for display.

[Peryn]

Ehh, the bastard child of Ferrari in my opinion. It just doesn't have thoes cutting edge looks, and I'm just not feeling those 4seats. With the exception of the powerplant...that car just doesn't look...well, Ferrari to me. It looks like it should be badged a Jaguar, Porsche or some other semi-high end vehicle. Maybe even an expensive Mercedes. But it just doesn't epitomize Ferrari to me. Also the front engine thing adds to it not fitting in as a real Ferrari. Dont get me wrong, its still an awesome car, and it looks sweet, but in my opinion its not ferrari material.

[soccerchamp76]

Awesome car, but Peryn is right, it needs more cutting edge looks.

[bundy]

i think its GREAT!!

its subtle, powerful, and still very stylish...

in a perfect world, i´ll be able to buy on in Red and one in black, but hey, thats never going to happen.

thanks for the pics Boco.

[i8one2]

With two kids, galaxygirl and I could actually be able ot use one of these for grocery shopping and PTA meetings, perfect car for us, and give it a thumbs up!

[never]

i'll take 2 please

[madsenj37]

This car looks awesome but it reminds me of an Aston Martin DB9 which means its more british than Italian looking.

[BeBogus]

is this supposed to be the replacement for hte 456GT, or is there still the 460 concept in place? Does anyone know?

[soccerchamp76]

Its the 456GT replacement BeBogus.

[Nimbletoe]

That is one badass car, but yeah, I agree that it doesnt really look ferrari-ish.

[sTghezzo]

It really doesnt look like a ferrari at all. Ferrari is a car that most people can tell apart from other cars. If i saw this on the road i would probably mistake it as an aston martin or, ya know, not a ferrari. id have to look twice at the emblem before i would realise that it is a ferrari

but all in all its a nice car and i want one. but yea

[matt_mll]

looks to much like an existing model. I think they should have updated the looks a bit more. Other than that it's a beautiful car I must say! Wouldn't mind being able to afford one.

[Elitegibson]

It looks like an Aston Martin from the front. It looks too "thick" to be a Ferrari.

[Esoteric]

Nice car, I'll take one please.

[electric9]

is it just me or does it kind of look like a real expensive 350 Z..

[thadon]

sweet ride .. I love the 550 and the 456, this is just as killer

[Scorps]

I like the look....the rear is the same as the last design but who cares. Also I noticed its a Auto transmission

[Elitegibson]

Sequential gearbox isn't quite an automatic.

[Pragma]

Still not a manual, which is a shame.

[brandon11983]

The front end is ugly, the cockpit is tolerable at best. The ass end and engine compartment is sweet though. I still think I could find a way to manage to live with one....

[Scorps]

Originally posted by Elitegibson
Sequential gearbox isn't quite an automatic.

Oh but no Clutch?

[peacy]

Really nice... Love it...

How does it look? It looks good. But Enzo Ferrari never really interested in chassis design. The first priority was always the engine ("the song of the twelve"). He had the bodywork designed by someone else. As Battista Farina said:
"one of us was looking for a beautiful lady to dress, and the other one was trying to find a taylor who would produce made-to-measure garments for her"

[merkerguitars]

If only i won the lottery.....and could afford the insurance

[End User]

Bah! The speedo only goes up to 340kmh!