Norwegian Firm Converts Ferrari FF into a Bio-Ethanol Supercar

Bio-ethanol E85 (up to 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline) conversions are nothing new in the auto industry but you don't see it happening everyday on brand new supercars of the likes of the Ferrari FF, which is why this project caught our attention.

According to the reports, the conversion to allow the Ferrari's V12 engine to run on E85 fuel comes from Norwegian firm Customized.no and it costs just €1,500 or nearly US$2,000.

On regular fuel, the 6.3-liter lump delivers 660PS (651bhp) emitting 360 gr/km of CO2 emissions and accelerating the FF from zero to 100km/h (62mph) in 3.7 seconds.

We have no way of officially confirming the numbers (nor if it will void the manufacturer's warranty…), but it said that when running on E85 fuel, the FF's V12 churns out 887PS (875bhp) and emits under 100g/km while reducing the sprint time to 100km/h below 3 seconds.

In any case, in the rare chance that you happen to own a Ferrari FF and are interested in the conversion, we'd strongly advise you to ask the company for more details.

Story References: TheCarFinders via Worldcarfans

 

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Audi R8 V10 Falls Victim to the Stretch Limousine Industry

From the creators of the Ferrari 360 stretch limo comes yet another controversial supercar conversion, this time based on the Audi R8 V10.

Carbonyte UK will work in conjunction with Limo Broker to create the world's first super-stretched R8 and which it says is destined to become the signature model for the Limo Broker brand that also owns the Ferrari 360 Modena limousine.

The British company said that work on the Audi R8 V10-based model has already commenced with the launch expected to take place by the end of summer 2012.

In the meantime, Limo Broker's released the design renderings and a virtual video that outlines the concept behind the limo, while also providing an impression of how the finished vehicle will look like.

The limousine will be able to seat up to eight people and will retain the production sports car's 5.2-liter V10 engine with 528bhp.

Scroll down for a video and pictures of both the Audi R8 and Ferrari 360 limousines.

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Ferrari Celebrates 60 Years of Formula 1 Wins with “60F1” Limited Edition of 599 GTB

Scuderia Ferrari is the only team that has been present in Formula 1 since its conception in 1950. On July 14 1951, it scored its first-ever F1 victory at the British Grand Prix held at Silverstone with a 375 F1 driven by Froilan Gonzalez.

Six decades later, on July 10 2011, Fernando Alonso won Ferrari’s sole Grand Prix in the 2011 F1 season. To celebrate the event, Ferrari has launched the “60 Years of Victories in Formula 1” [60F1] package for the 599 GTB Fiorano equipped with the HGTE handling package.

Clients who opt for this special edition of the 599 can choose from a list of exterior and interior modifications that are part of Ferrari’s Tailor-Made program, which was launched today in Maranello by Ferrari CEO Luca di Montezemolo and creative consultant for the Tailor-Made program, Lapo Elkan.

The bodywork of the 60F1 is available in three liveries. The first one is the 375 F1, which is the same darker red color used by the Scuderia for its first F1 cars. The second is the Ferrari 150o Italia, inspired by this year’s F1 car with white strips on the front bumper, mudguards, A-posts and buttresses, and the colors of the Italian flag painted on the rear. The third model is the 150o Italia 2, which is almost identical to the previous scheme but without most of the white-painted parts.

All three versions get the Scuderia Ferrari shield on the front wheel arches painted as in the competition cars, 20-inch diamond-finish forged alloy wheels and a satin-finish aluminum fuel cap.

The interior gets seats made by Sabelt in the European version and Recaro in the North American model upholstered in Alcantara (like the rest of the cabin), with extra-grip Superfabric material in areas that come in greatest contact with the driver’s body, the Scuderia Shield stitched on the headrests and red and blue four-point safety belts.

The 599’s dashboard is trimmed in a new light and durable material named Alutex that is made from metallic fibers and fiberglass, and has a matte finish to prevent glare.

Finally, a special silver plaque that commemorates the 60 years of Scuderia Ferrari wins in Formula 1 and features the signatures of both Froilan Gonzalez and Fernando Alonso decorates the dashboard.

Story References: Ferrari via Insideline

 

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Updated Ferrari 599XX Evolution Comes with More Power and Less Weight

We're not even half way through the press days of the Tokyo Motor Show, yet we already have news from the next event in our automotive calendar, the 36th edition of the Bologna Motor Show in Italy (December 3 to 11) which will provide the venue for the unveiling of the updated 2012 Ferrari 599XX Evolution.

The 599XX is track beast for a select few über rich of our world that was introduced at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show as replacement for the Enzo-based FXX.

The updated model features a number of technical improvements including an even more potent version of the Enzo-sourced V12 engine due to the adoption of side exhausts that allowed engineers to increase output to 750-horses at 9,000 rpm with a peak torque of 700Nm (516.3 lb-ft). In addition, Ferrari made the final gear ratio shorter to improve acceleration on technical, medium- to high-speed tracks.

The Italian company says that the non-homologated sports berlinetta also sports improved chassis dynamics thanks to an active aerodynamic package integrated with the vehicles’ electronic control systems.

The highlight of the aero package is an active rear wing design with two flaps that rotate electronically to adjust the downforce between the front and rear axles in relation to vehicle speed and the maneuver. According to Ferrari, the active rear wing is triggered automatically according to specific parameters which are integrated with the car’s other control functions (ESP, ABS, SCM and F1-Trac).

The 2012 599XX also gets a modified front splitter and a new rear diffuser featuring a larger surface area and redesigned fences and foot-plates. As a result of these changes, total downforce at 200 km/h (124mph) is boosted to 330 kg (727 pounds) when the flaps are open and 440kg (970 pounds) in the closed configuration.

Finally, the ultimate version of the 599 series gets a new set of Pirelli tires while Ferrari claims to have trimmed 35kg (77 lbs) off the original model.

According to the Italian automaker, the 599XX Evolution laps the Fiorano in just 1 minute and 15 seconds.

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Anderson Germany's Murdered Out Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

Many often think that if an exotic Italian supercar like the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano really suitable. Well, then it is a legitimate question, it really comes down to personal preference. Fortunately for those who want to move in this direction, there are many willing to change the tuner 599 according to the tastes of each client and their needs.

Anderson Germany is one of these tuners, and presented a different view of the Ferrari 599th Although similar to its previous Tuning Show in March, Anderson last black widow style Ferrari some differences, especially in the interior was trimmed in a combination of red leather padded and carbon black leather with red stitching.

In addition, the gear lever, door handles, door sills and center console are made entirely of carbon fiber - ostensibly to reduce vehicle weight.

Outside, Dusseldorf-based tuner, pre-599 black toner with color-contrasting red roof of the car while driving. Ferrari model can also AERO KIT carbon fiber with red brake calipers, when it is to ride the new 21-inch glossy black rims red border.

The final touch is under the hood, where the software ECU Anderson V12 Germany and added a modified exhaust system custom sport generates output to 674 horsepower allows the 599 to complete the standard 0 to 100 km / h (62 mph) sprint in just over 3 seconds.

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DMC Shows Carbon-Kitted "3S" Ferrari California with 606-Horses

One of the house of the German tuning lesser known DMC, introduced a new look at the Ferrari California hardtop roadster. California named 3S, melody includes upgrades to both aesthetics and performance, and will receive its premiere at the Top Marques show in Macau from November 24 to 27

Package customization brings a new carbon fiber, Aero Kit, consisting of a front splitter and rear diffuser, but the same material is also used for the surround plate. Driving around in new wheels (21 inches front and rear 22-inch) from Miami ADV1 serum based bicycle manufacturer.

There are many things under the hood that DMC has added a supercharger and injection nozzles extended as a new crankshaft and a sport exhaust system, as the production of lift with 460PS (338kW) to 606PS (446kW).

DMC says that when more power, California, 3S complement 0-100 km / h in 3.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 325 km / h (202 mph).

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