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Ferrari F40

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Production

1987

- 1992

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The Ferrari F40, produced from 1987 to 1992, was a mid-engine, rear-wheel drive sports car designed by Pininfarina, marking Ferrari's 40th anniversary and the last model approved by Enzo Ferrari. It stood as Ferrari's fastest, most powerful, and most expensive car at the time. With a body composed of Kevlar, carbon fiber, and aluminum, the F40 featured advanced aerodynamics and minimalistic design, lacking luxury amenities to reduce weight. Its enhanced cooling system resembled that of an open-wheel racing car, and it required specially developed Pirelli P-Zero tires to handle its significant power increase over its predecessor, the 288 GTO. The F40's iconic status was bolstered by its limited production of 1,311 to 1,315 units and its striking "Rosso Corsa" color​​​​​​.

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