Vehicle model
Ferrari F40
The F40, introduced in 1987, is a supercar designed to celebrate Ferrari's 40th anniversary and was the last car approved during Enzo Ferrari's lifetime. It stands out as one of the marque's most legendary supercars: clean, radical and oriented toward pure performance, it was one of the first production cars to exceed 320 km/h. Its bodywork makes extensive use of composite materials (carbon fiber, Kevlar) for lightness, and its stripped-down cabin prioritizes driving. Highly sought-after by collectors, the F40 retains a high resale value and an icon status. Intended for collector and track use, it is not designed for the Quebec winter. It fits wide low-profile tires on period wheels, in a staggered setup, whose specific dimensions must be respected to preserve the original behavior.
History
History of the Ferrari F40
The F40, introduced in 1987, is a supercar designed to celebrate Ferrari's 40th anniversary and was the last car approved during Enzo Ferrari's lifetime. It stands out as one of the marque's most legendary supercars: clean, radical and oriented toward pure performance, it was one of the first production cars to exceed 320 km/h. Its bodywork makes extensive use of composite materials (carbon fiber, Kevlar) for lightness, and its stripped-down cabin prioritizes driving. Highly sought-after by collectors, the F40 retains a high resale value and an icon status. Intended for collector and track use, it is not designed for the Quebec winter. It fits wide low-profile tires on period wheels, in a staggered setup, whose specific dimensions must be respected to preserve the original behavior.
Technology
Technologies, engines and platforms
2.9-litre twin-turbo V8 engine developing about 471 hp, five-speed manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive. Lightweight construction in composite materials, with no modern electronic aids, for a raw driving experience.
Tires and wheels
Tire and wheel compatibility
Les Ferrari modernes utilisent généralement de grandes jantes en alliage forgé, le plus souvent de 19 à 21 pouces de diamètre, avec des montages étagés (roues et pneus arrière plus larges qu'à l'avant) typiques des voitures de sport à propulsion. Les pneus sont à profil très bas et à indices de vitesse élevés, souvent dans des dimensions spécifiques au modèle. L'entraxe (bolt pattern) varie selon les modèles. Au Québec, la loi impose des pneus d'hiver homologués durant la saison froide : un second train de roues hiver, dans un diamètre parfois réduit, est fortement recommandé. Vérifiez toujours la dimension exacte d'origine et l'homologation avant l'achat.
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