Tokyo, October 24th 2007

Ferrari S.p.A and Ferrari's official importer in Japan, CORNES & Co., Ltd. showcases Japan Premier of the "Ferrari 430 Scuderia" which was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, furthermore of the "Ferrari 612 Scaglietti" and the "Ferrari 599" at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show. ??Japan Premier of the "430 Scuderia" - Ferrari celebrates 60th anniversary this year. At this memorable year, the "430 Scuderia" which is a special series model based on the "F430" and developed specifically with the Prancing Horse's sportiest and most passionate clients in mind, is unveiled. The new extremely high performance two-seater berlinetta is brimming with Formula 1-derived technology and joins the F430 and F430 Spider to complete Ferrari's 8-cylinder model range.??Hot Two Models on the Stand - Furthermore, the "Ferrari 612 Scaglietti", Ferrari's flagship GT featuring updated cabin trim and accessories including magnificent Bose infotelematic system and the "Ferrari 599", a year on from its launch, the most powerful 12-cylinder berlinetta ever developed at Maranello. ??In addition to these exhibits, a baton used in a relay event, commemorating the 60th anniversary of Ferrari, in which 10,000 of Ferrari owners from all over the world drove their cars and relayed that baton across over 50 countries. The Anniversary baton reminds excitement of the journey.?


FERRARI 430 SCUDERIA - MAIN SPECIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS??Lightweight, simple and striking with a distinctive engine and exhaust sound: every last detail of the "Ferrari 430 Scuderia" exudes uncompromising sportiness as a direct result of its close links to the world of racing, which is reflected in the car's name: "Scuderia". Seven-times World Champion Michael Schumacher was also involved in the car's development, with the result that the most advanced single-seater technology is now available to Ferrari's sportiest and most passionate clients.??With a dry weight of 1250 kg and 510 hp delivered at 8500 rpm by its naturally aspirated 4308 cm3 V8 engine, the "Ferrari 430 Scuderia" boasts an extraordinarily low weight-power ratio of just 2.45 kg/hp, which allows it to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds. It can also complete a lap at Fiorano in a time comparable to that of the Enzo, the Ferrari that has come to epitomize Maranello's philosophy of transferring F1 content to its road cars.??Thanks to its sophisticated aerodynamics, F1-SuperFast2 gearbox and E-Diff coupled with the sophisticated F1-Trac traction control system, this sporty new mid-rear engined berlinetta combines ultra-nimble handling with blisteringly fast acceleration. The result? Absolutely superlative driving pleasure both on the road and on the track. ??ENGINE AND ENGINE SOUND??The 430 Scuderia's engine is an evolution of the F430's 90¿ V8 which features a number of modifications to boost its specific power output from 114 hp/liter to 118 hp/liter. The inlet ducts and exhaust system have been optimized, most notably through the adoption of the exhaust geometries derived from the "F430 Challenge" and the use of carbon-fiber on the intake manifold and for the filter housing to aid weight reduction.??Thanks to Ferrari's Formula 1 experience, the 430 Scuderia's ignition system boasts special coils and, for the first time on a market-targeted car, a dedicated CPU capable of monitoring the ionizing currents generated inside the combustion chamber between the spark plug electrodes. This means that every single sparking detonation is detected for every cylinder and sparking is faster and more accurate across the board.?The 430 Scuderia's compression ratio has also been increased to 11.88:1, thanks in part to a new piston design.??Particular attention was paid to achieving just the right sound from the engine and exhaust, as this has always been one of the real trademarks of every Prancing Horse car. Cutting-edge calculation tools were employed to optimize the 430 Scuderia's intake and exhaust systems and sound damping, with the result that the exhaust and engine sound inside the cabin is clear, powerful and particularly thrilling in full acceleration.??F1-SUPERFAST2 GEARBOX??The F1-SuperFast2 is an evolution of the F1 gearbox used on all of Ferrari's models and reduces gear-shifting times to just 60 ms, the fastest time of any of the models in the Prancing Horse range, the lowest overall of any automated-manual gearbox. Significantly, Ferrari calculates the gear changing time according to the acceleration gap, not just the time it takes to engage the gear. The various stages are implemented in parallel (non-sequentially). In the case of the F1-SuperFast2, genuinely innovative integrated engine and gearbox management programs allow the combined disengaging/engaging of the gears to take place partly in parallel with letting the clutch in and out. ??E-DIFF2: E-DIFF WITH F1-TRAC??The E-Diff2 (which is integrated with the gearbox) is one of the primary components, which clearly demonstrate the 430 Scuderia's links to the track. In use for many years now in Formula 1, it is integrated with the car's stability control system. The "430 Scuderia" is the first high performance road car after the "F430" to sport an electronic differential. Torque is continuously distributed between the wheels via two sets of friction discs (one for each driveshaft) controlled by a hydraulic actuator. The amount of torque actually transmitted to the driven wheels depends on driving conditions and brings considerable advantages in terms of performance, direction stability, active safety and handling feedback.?The F1-Trac traction control system, which is also derived from Ferrari's F1 experience, ensures that even more drivers will be able to extract the maximum performance from the car, thanks to the exceptional cornering, safety and stability it offers. Introduced for the first time on a road car with the "Ferrari 599", it is faster and more precise than a traditional traction control system and optimizes traction by modulating power delivery to help maintain the desired vehicle trajectory. The system estimates the maximum available grip thanks to continual monitoring of the relative speed of the wheels.?The integrated E-Diff and F1-Trac system offers 40% more acceleration out of corners than a traditional traction and stability control system.??RACING MANETTINO??The manettino has already featured in several of Ferrari's road cars but "the 430 Scuderia" features the special racing version which puts the emphasis firmly on track-specific sporty driving and provides the driver with even more choice in terms of the car set-up. With this in mind, the ICE setting available with the "F430" has been removed and a new Traction Control Off setting has been introduced. This deactivates the car's traction control, but unlike the Traction Control Off position, retains the safety of the car's stability control system to ensure a level of safety is maintained. ??Another novelty with the "430 Scuderia" is a button on the centre console that allows the suspension to be controlled separately from the predefined manettino strategy. This allows the driver can maintain maximum performance even on irregular road surfaces. Michael Schumacher made a particularly valuable contribution to this area of the car's development. In fact he and the car development team worked together to ensure that the "430 Scuderia" delivers both exceptional performance and fantastic driving pleasure, which is within reach of non-professional drivers.??BRAKES??The "430 Scuderia" boasts a specific braking system featuring CCM (carbon ceramic material) discs with specific dimensions to cope with the car's increased performance. The front discs are now 18 mm larger than those on the "F430" and are designed to dissipate the extra heat created by the higher performance and are even more hard-wearing for greater efficiency. These components, together with 6-pot calipers, guarantee blistering performance at all times and, equally importantly, consistently efficient braking during prolonged track use. ??AERODYNAMICS??The 430 Scuderia's external styling has been honed to improve its aerodynamic efficiency by increasing overall downforce whilst still retaining the same drag values as the "F430". The aerodynamic efficiency of the newly-styled rear diffuser has been enhanced by the addition of a revised profile for spoiler at the rear of the engine cover and by the large venturis that run from the front wheel houses to the rear bumpers, achieving the patented "Base Bleed" effect developed by Ferrari as part of the FXX project. The Base Bleed effect has the double advantage of reducing the pressure in the rear wheel arch, thereby increasing downforce and lowering drag by blowing the car's "wake".?Furthermore, the new lower sill profiles ensure a more uniform distribution of air over the lower parts to ensure uniform distribution of the vertical load between the front and the rear of the car.??STYLING AND PERSONALISATION??The 430 Scuderia's ultra-sporty character and blistering performance have led to the redesign of many of its exterior and interior styling features. This was done to give the F430-inspired model its own strong personality and to further enhance the aerodynamics of what is a very extreme car. The modifications made to the exterior focus on increasing downforce. In-depth research went into reducing the car's weight and has led to extensive use of carbon fiber, including some of the bodywork components.??The cabin has been inspired by racing and, once again, the emphasis has been on weight reduction and using technical materials where possible. The new "Super Racing" seat boasts an all-carbon-fiber structure and is available in several different sizes as well as being manually adjustable, including a recline adjustment for the seat back. The Carrozzeria Scaglietti Personalization programme has also been enhanced to meet the 430 Scuderia's specific requirements as well. The Racing and Track area, in particular, now offers carbon fiber kits for the 430 Scuderia to enhance the message that this is a lean, track-focused driver's car. The headlamp assembly, engine cover, front spoiler, side sill kick panels and diffuser are all available in this high tech material. There is also now a choice of wheel rim colours and a specially designed carbon-fiber helmet is available to order.??FERRARI TODAY??Classic Colours Debut - For colours of their body, Ferrari introduces heritage-inspired 10 historic colours and matched interior trims. The entire range of 10 historic colours together with the 16 contemporary shades is available for all models. For the 40th Tokyo Motor Show, the "Ferrari 612 Scaglietti" with new shade "Ivory" applied, is on the stand. ??Financial Performance - 2007 is proving to be a particularly impressive year for Ferrari from a financial perspective. Revenues increased by 14% in the first half of the year, with a forecast that the operating result will reach 15% by the end of the year. Ferrari's output will also exceed the 6,000-car mark for the first time in 2007. North America, Germany, Italy and the UK continue to be the company's largest markets together with France, Switzerland and Japan. These fantastic results are a testament to the exceptionally high standard of craftsmanship at Maranello, a standard also recognised when Ferrari was named Best Place To Work in Europe 2007.??New Service for our Clients - With demand for luxury products continuing to boom in existing and emerging markets, it is relatively easy for luxury brands to sell exclusive products which are often very expensive. What really counts at times like this is the exclusive relationship that the brand has established with its loyal clients and enthusiasts. Ferrari has always had a very close and personal relationship with its clients. This relationship has been further enhanced by the wide range of services which have been introduced over recent years: the "Ferrari Classiche" division which safeguards the future of historic and vintage Ferraris; the "Corse Clienti" division which organizes track activities and our single series championships; the "Carrozzeria Scaglietti Personalization Programme", now supported by a sophisticated Car Configurator; "Financial Services" which offers clients a range of personalized financing options for everything from GTs to F1s, and, of course, a whole plethora of new advantages to the "430 Scuderia" clients; the Ferrari Owners' Clubs plus the Ferrari Owners' Site with its own array of exclusive services. The aforementioned are just a selection of the many activities and services being offered by the Prancing Horse to its clients.??Personalization. 100% success rate - Launched in 1997, the "Carrozzeria Scaglietti Personalization Programme" offers clients the opportunity to tailor their car to meet their specific personal tastes and requirements ;to turn their Ferrari into a truly unique and creative piece of engineering. There are four distinct personalization areas: "Racing and Track", "Exteriors and Colours", "Interiors and Materials", "Equipment and Travel". However, in addition to these, clients are also welcome to make specific noncatalogue requests: since Sergio Scaglietti first began working with Ferrari, the Prancing Horse cars have been tailor-made for their owners. Today, in fact, practically 100% of all road-going Ferraris include personalization features requested by their owners. ??FERRARI IN JAPAN??Since the official importer, CORNES & Co., Ltd. has started to introducing Ferrari to the Japanese customers in 1976, close partnership such as releasing limited version for the 612 Scaglietti for 30th anniversary model, has been constructed. With 3 direct showroom (Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya) and 2 dealerships, thanks to good transition of the "F430", the "F430 Spider", and "599", national domestic sales will be predicted to transcend 300 units in 2007 and establishes the largest market in Asia and fifth in the world.??FERRARI ASIA PACIFIC REGION Established in 2006 with its headquarters in Shanghai, the Asia Pacific Division has been created as a direct investment from Ferrari Spa to preside the Asia and Australasia markets.??The Asia Pacific is in control of China, where Ferrari is represented by a joint venture since 2004, as well as other 12 markets within the Asia Pacific Region, all of which see the local presence of a Ferrari official importer - Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Brunei, Australia and New Zealand.??Ferrari Asia Pacific operates in line with Maranello corporate commercial strategy, with the objective of creating synergies with the local structures and improving Ferrari's position in one of the fastest growing economic regions in the world. Its activities range from monitoring and assessing opportunities to support each market achieve a sound growth, consolidating Ferrari brand position across the two continents in the Region, and effectively drive the commercial expansion of the network. ??FERRARI 430 SCUDERIA TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION?¿¡Vehicle Dimensions?Overall Length: 4,512mm?Overall Width: 1,923mm?Height: 1,199mm?Wheelbase: 2,600mm?Front Track: 1,669mm?Rear Track: 1,616mm?Dry Weight: 1,250kg?Weight Distribution: 43¿F57?¿¡Engine?Type: 90¿V8?Bore¿~Stroke: 92¿~81mm?Displacement per Cylinder: 538.5cc?Total Displacement: 4,308cc?Compression Ratio: 11.88 1?Maximum Power: 375.4kW 510hp 8,500rpm?Maximum Torque: 470Nm 48kgm 5,250rpm?Maximum RPM: 8,640rpm with limiter ?¿¡Performance?Maximum Speed: Over 320km/h?Acceleration 0-100km/h: Less than 3.6 seconds?Acceleration 0-200km/h: Less than 11.6 seconds?Acceleration 0-1000m: 20.9 seconds?Power to Wight Ratio: 2.45kg/hp?¿¡Transmission?Gearbox: 6 speed?¿¿Specification is based on manufacture's announcement??FERRARI 612 SCAGLIETTI TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION?Vehicle Dimensions?Overall Length: 4,900mm?Overall Width: 1,960mm?Height: 1,370mm?Wheelbase: 2,950mm?Dry Weight: 1,910kg?Engine?Type: 65 V12?Total Displacement: 6,748cc?Maximum Power: 540hp 7,250rpm?Maximum Torque: 589Nm 60kgm 5,250rpm?Infotelematic System?Head Unit: 6.5 Inch TFT Display 5.1ch BOSE Media System?Number of Speakers: 11 include Woofer~2 Tweeter~2?Amplifier: 6ch digital?Support System: Audio Navigation TV Hand-free phone?Support Media: CD DVD MP3 WMA?Support Connection: USB2.0 Bluetooth-Pod ?Capacity of HDD 30GB?Specification is based on manufacture's announcement??FERRARI 599?TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION?Vehicle Dimensions?Overall Length: 4,685mm?Overall Width: 1,965mm?Height: 1,325mm?Wheelbase: 2,750mm?Dry Weight: 1,750kg?Engine?Type: 65 V12?Total Displacement: 5,998cc?Maximum Power: 456kW 620hp 7,600rpm?Maximum Torque: 589Nm 60.0kgm 5,250rpm?Specification is based on MLIT proposed figure. It may different from manufacture's announcement.