Monday, March 2, 2009

New Car: 2010 Ferrari 599XX


Although no information has been released as of yet, Ferrari's all-new 599XX is causing quite a stir on the Web ahead of the Geneva Motor Show. Judging by the pictures -- and as you probably have already guessed -- its one mean Prancing Horse from the same bloodline responsible for the ultimate Ferrari test vehicle, the Enzo FXX.
Carbon fiber appears to adorn every inch of the 599XX supercar, starting at the adjustable splitter attached to a lower, aggressive front nose. The composite undertray continues the length of the car and is bolstered by thicker side skirts directing passing air to its rear carbon ceramic brakes. Speaking of brakes, those on the 599XX look to be enshrouded by a carbon fiber shielding donning yet unreadable script. Why the brakes are covered like this is a mystery to us, as optimal cooling is essential to the system's function. Likely 19-in. forged one-piece centerlock wheels sit snugly in front of the extra-large binders.
Slimmer racing mirrors match the matte black theme on the roof portion of 599XX. In place of regular Maranello glass, racing-style windows have been installed for increased safety and weight reduction. Also on the canopy's C-pillar are "winglets" ala Ferrari's 2008 Formula 1 racecar. The exotic's trunklid hosts a wraparound duckfin spoiler, while the rear gets a complete overhaul with huge diffuser and bumper integrated dual exhaust.Expect more details to coming in the coming days.