Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
Ferrari 612 Scaglietti One-to-One Prorogram
FERRARI BRINGS IT TO THE 2008 GENEVA MOTOR SHOW
Ferrari was present at the 78th International
Geneva Motor Show with its entire GT range; the F2007 single-seater that won last year’s Formula 1 Drivers’ and Constructors’ World Championships, the legendary
365 GTB4 “Daytona” which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, and a special area dedicated to the One-to-One Program.
Taking pride of place at the Ferrari stand, however, was the 612 Scaglietti, the model being used to inaugurate the new One-to-One Personalization Program. Ferrari intends to allow every client to fully personalize this flagship model, courtesy of a wide array of new content as well as the options available through the Carrozzeria Scaglietti Program.
In fact, a special dedicated “atelier” area has been set up at the factory in which clients can put together their own bespoke 612 Scaglietti; accessory-
by-accessory, detail-by-detail. In exactly the same way as they would at a haute couture fashion house, owners can choose details and materials they want for their car in consultation with the Ferrari
experts who will actually build it to their exact specifications and tastes.
We have recreated a compact version of the real atelier (due to be officially opened in Maranello in the near future) on the stand. Further such ateliers will then be opened over the next few months in other parts of the world.
Clients will be assisted in making their selections by dedicated Program consultants who can help them at every stage of defining their car’s specification.
Naturally, despite the many variations on offer, the Ferrari flagship’s benchmark quality and styling characteristics will remain unchanged and no modifications will be permitted that would impinge on the signature Prancing Horse safety and reliability.
All of these unique new 612 Scagliettis will be built in a dedicated assembly area at the Maranello factory.
To underscore the sheer depth and flexibility of the personalization options available for the 612 Scaglietti,
Ferrari exhibited at Geneva a version which was inspired, right down to its perforated leather Daytona seats, by the classic 365 GTB4- which stood alongside it. The famous 365 GTB4 was, of course, affectionately dubbed the Daytona in honor of the historic one-two-three finish delivered by the Scuderia Ferrari in the eponymous 24 Hour Race in 1967. The arrival of the 365 GTB4 was a significant moment in the company’s history and Ferrari will be celebrating this car’s 40th anniversary in 2008 with a series of events across the globe.
The 612 Scagliettis being used to launch the One-to-One Program incorporate a series of technical evolutions that reflect the Ferrari philosophy of constantly introducing innovations in each model. Most notably,
the V12 flagship now boasts an electrochromic panoramic roof, which covers the entire top of the cabin. This has the dual advantage of giving occupants the feeling of driving along in a drop-top while enjoying the comfort and safety of a coupé. However, this is no ordinary panoramic roof. It is made from electrochromic glass, which can be changed at the touch of a button to adjust the levels of sunlight allowed into the cabin. The electrochromic glass solution was developed in close collaboration with Saint Gobain, a partner with whom Ferrari has most recently developed a similar highly innovative solution for the Superamerica.
In addition to its electrochromic roof, the 612 Scaglietti also sports the aptly named SuperFast gearbox which delivers an exceptional
gear-shifting time of 100 milliseconds and a reduced inertia clutch to enhance the engine’s responsiveness still further. The iconic Ferrari manettino, now featured on the entire range, has also been added to the steering wheel.
The 612 Scaglietti is the result of an avant-garde design that continues the great Ferrari 2+2 tradition in fabulous style. Designed by Pininfarina, the 612 Scaglietti is named in honor of Sergio Scaglietti, the legendary Modenese stylist and coachbuilder
responsible for bodying some of the most beautiful Ferraris of the 1950s and 60s. The 612 Scaglietti epitomizes Ferrari’s talent for innovation and design. This thrillingly nimble, beautifully balanced sporty front-engined
rear-wheel drive berlinetta offers a cabin capable of accommodating four occupants in unprecedented onboard comfort, thanks to a host of accessories
and a fantastic specification. The 612 Scaglietti is a sumptuous, roomy two-door four-seater that’s a pleasure to be aboard regardless of the driving conditions.
"All of these unique new 612 Scagliettis
will be built in a dedicated assembly area at the Maranello factory."
The chassis and bodywork are made entirely from light, tough aluminum, which translates into enhanced performance,
braking and road-holding all in one.
The V12 engine has a dry sump lubrication
system, featuring both delivery and scavenge pumps, twin overhead cams, 48 valves, maximum power of 540 hp at 7250 rpm, and maximum torque of 37 mph at 5250 rpm. The car has a maximum speed of 198 mph, and 0 to 62 mph acceleration of 4.0 seconds.
The F1-type, 6-speed gearbox features new SuperFast technology that cuts gear shifting times to 100 milliseconds.
Courtesy of the steering wheel-mounted manettino and specific button, the gearbox can easily switch from very high performance situations to city or touring driving.
It features a twin-plate clutch to reduce weight and rotating masses as well as thermal and mechanical inertia.
Carbon-ceramic material (CCM) Brembo brakes with vented discs that are fade and vibration-resistant even in extreme and intensive situations are also fitted on the Scaglietti. The fact that the brakes are so light also reduces the unsprung masses.
Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
Price |
TBA |
Engine |
6 liter V12 |
Horsepower |
540 hp |
Aspiration |
Natural |
0-60 |
4.6 secs |
Top Speed |
199 mph |
