The Ferrari LaFerrari Thread

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Ferrari FXX-K Evo revealed as improved hardcore flagship

Available both as a pack and as a (very) limited-run model, it boosts aerodynamics and raises downforce to 830kg at full chat

Ferrari has revealed a new Evo pack for its flagship track-only FXX-K hypercar, creating the FXX-K Evo.

Essentially a pack that improves aerodynamics and reduces weight on the FXX-K, which in turn is based on the LaFerrari, the Evo now produces 830kg total downforce at the car’s top speed - an improvement of 23% on the standard FXX and 75% over the LaFerrari; 640kg of this is generated at 124mph – close to that of a GT3 championship car.

Extensive revisions across the exterior include tweaked front and rear bumpers for better airflow, with 10% of the downforce improvement attributed to an additional intake in front of the front wheels, and flicks with a vertical turning vane in the front bumper. This front-end improvement is inspired by Ferrari’s GT efforts. The front brake air intakes have also been redesigned.

A further 30% of the extra downforce over the FXX-K is attributed to vortex generators on the undertray.

At the rear, a fixed wing is now fitted, which has been developed to work symbiotically with the active rear spoiler. Although not a new item, the spoiler’s software has been tweaked for maximum benefit with the wing.

There’s also a central wing running up the middle of the car’s rear, as well as one at each rear corner of the car. There are vortex generators mounted on the former, which clean the air at the rear of the car.

Revisions to the car’s interior include an altered steering wheel and a slightly larger infotainment screen, which uses a new telemetry system. Under the skin, revisions include revised suspension to account for the extra downforce.

The FXX-K Evo can be attained in two ways; existing FXX-K owners can upgrade their cars with the FXX-K Evo package or the car can be bought outright as part of an "extremely limited run". Like the FXX-K, the Evo is for track use only and can only be used in competition, except from Ferrari’s custom programme created for the car.

https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/ferrari-fxx-k-evo-revealed-improved-hardcore-flagship

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Ferrari FXX-K Evo

The Finali Mondiali provided the backdrop to the world premiere of the new Ferrari FXX-K Evo which will be available both as an extremely limited-run model and as an upgrade package for the existing XX cars.

This latest arrival marks a significant evolution of the XX programme launched in 2005 with cars developed specifically to play an active role in the eponymous research and development programme which itself has become a byword for innovation and uncompromising performance.

As was the case with the Evo versions of the FXX and the 599 XX, the Ferrari FXX-K Evo benefits from an extensive package that applies innovative concepts derived from all of the various track categories in which Ferrari competes with its cars: the Formula 1, GT3, GTE and Challenge, the latter being the single-make championship bearing its name.

Derived from the racing world and adopting track-specific content, the FXX-K Evo, like all the previous XX cars, is not homologated for road use and will not be used in competition outside its dedicated programme.

Mirroring the vocation of its predecessor, it, however, is aimed at a small, highly-select group of Ferrari Clients: supercar enthusiasts eager to share the development of technologically-innovative content with the Prancing Horse technicians, through driving a closed-wheel laboratory car.

At the development stage, the designers worked on a broad range of different aspects of the Ferrari FXX-K Evo, starting with reducing its overall weight. By drawing on Ferrari's Formula 1 experience and adopting innovative carbon-fibre component crafting processes, they succeeded in producing a lighter car than the previous FXX-K despite introducing new elements such as the fixed rear wing.

The FXX-K Evo features an evolved aero package developed by Ferrari's engineers in synergy with the Ferrari Style Centre's designers, to push to the very limit the performance of a model that already represents the state-of-the-art in terms of Ferrari track-only supercars.

The product of over a year of CFD simulations and wind tunnel testing, the Ferrari FXX-K Evo's aerodynamics deliver downforce figures very close to those of the cars competing in the GT3 and GTE championships, all to the advantage of lateral acceleration in cornering, stability and, ultimately, exhilarating driving pleasure.

The FXX-K Evo's downforce coefficient has been improved by 23% on the previous version, which is the equivalent of a 75% increase on the road car from which it is derived. Downforce of 640 kg is generated at 200 km/h, and exceeds 830 kg at the car's red-line speed.

The Ferrari FXX-K Evo's downforce level is boosted by a twin-profile fixed wing on the tail. This new addition was developed to work in seamless synergy with the active rear spoiler. In fact, the pressure fields developed by the two downforce-generating systems support and amplify each other. To guarantee both excellent downforce and drag results, the mobile spoiler's control logics and range of movement were also meticulously reviewed and reprogrammed.

The twin-profile rear wing is supported by two side fins as well as by a central fin. The latter plays a dual role: firstly it acts as a vertical fin, boosting stability at low yaw angles, and secondly, it supports the action of the three delta (triangular) vortex generators.

The vortex generators, on the one hand, clean the flow field striking the wing of the effects of the wake of the hot air flow from the radiators which vents onto the bonnet. On the other, they create a downwash component in the flow which boosts the twin-profile's downforce capacity. The result is a 10% increase in the downforce developed by the rear system.

The design of the rear bumpers was also modified in the light of the new flow structures. The by-pass vent from the rear wheel arch has been enlarged, hollowing out the volume behind the wheels to ensure the wake from the wheels is efficiently channelled. The result is that the flow to the rear diffuser is protected and losses are reduced so that downforce has been boosted by 5%.

The significant increase in rear downforce demanded in-depth review of the design of the front bumpers and underbody to guarantee a balanced development of the downforce.

The geometry of the sides of the front bumper was altered by hollowing out the surfaces beneath the headlights. This made space for a couple of flicks divided by a vertical turning vane and an additional intake ahead of the front wheels. This system guarantees efficient downforce generation (10% of the increase in downforce gained on the FXX-K). It also makes good use of know-how acquired in the GT programmes in which rules introduced in 2016 permitted extensive study of the interaction between horizontal (flicks) and vertical (dive plane) flow management systems, optimising their efficiency.

Ground effect was also boosted by the introduction of vortex generators on the undertray. This capitalised on the accelerations created by the rear system and the front underbody, generating 30% of the extra downforce the car delivers compared to the FXX-K.

The Ferrari FXX-K Evo's boosted performance also demanded new front brake air intakes which, although no wider to avoid increasing drag, are more efficient thanks to a complete redesign of the intake itself.

https://www.netcarshow.com/ferrari/2018-fxx-k_evo/
 
Would You Pay R12 Million Just For A LaFerrari Engine?

Back in 2017, an individual on eBay listed a Ferrari LaFerrari engine for sale for $285,000.

Fast forward to today and the same engine (identical images) is back up for grabs only this time the buy it now price is a whopping $800,000 (approx. R12 million).

There’s a likelihood the donor car was involved in an accident and its engine was salvageable, unlike the rest of the car. Given that there’s some, though very little, mileage, the engine had to have been installed at some point.

https://www.zero2turbo.com/2019/08/would-you-pay-r12-million-just-for-a-laferrari-engine.html

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DRIVEN: Ferrari LaFerrari

In summary

I haven’t driven an Enzo, but I can report the similarly road-legal-but-racing-inspired F40 and F50 have almost nothing in common with the LaFerrari. They are simply from another era entirely. What these supercars do share is their philosophy: they are the fastest, best-performing, no-compromises cars Ferrari knew how to build at the time.

The LaFerrari Aperta will amplify that sonorous V12 engine to a thrilling crescendo and there’s no doubt future creations will surpass the LaFerrari’s capabilities. Nonetheless, far into the future, the LaFerrari will still be respected for what it is: Maranello’s first hypercar.

FAST FACTS

Model: Ferrari LaFerrari
Value: > R50 million
Engine: 6,3-litre, V12 petrol + electric motor
Power: 588 kW at 9 0000 r/min + 120 kW
Torque: 700 N.m at 6 750 r/min + 270 N.m
0-100 km/h: < 3,0 seconds
0-200 km/h: 6,9 seconds
Top Speed: 350 km/h
Fuel Consumption: 14 L/100 km
CO2: 330 g/km
Transmission: 7-speed dual clutch


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LaFerrari Damaged In Brunei After Colliding With A Nissan

According to Tinxe, this LaFerrari collided with a Nissan Terra on the 6th of April causing fairly substantial damage to the front of the hypercar.

Not much information is known as to what happened exactly but as you can see in the images, the Nissan has hit the Ferrari on the front which could mean that the Ferrari tried to make a turn when it shouldn’t have or the Nissan driver was not paying attention to the road in front.


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Watch LaFerrari clock (an indicated) 372 km/h on a public road!

A clip uploaded to Instagram shows a driver push the Ferrari LaFerrari all the way to an indicated 372 km/h on the Autobahn in Germany.

Shared to the social media platform by speedtimers, the video shows Maranello’s original hypercar accelerating from 217 km/h all the way to 372 km/h.

While this section of the (largely deserted) highway is seemingly unrestricted in terms of speed limits, it’s worth pointing out the driver is in fact breaking the law by using his smartphone while driving.



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Mystery Ferrari LaFerrari prototype spotted with new bodywork

Development version of 950bhp hyper-hybrid sports subtle visual tweaks to the 2013 production car

Seven years after Ferrari's landmark hybrid hypercar was launched, a new LaFerrari-based prototype has been spotted testing on Italian roads.

Wearing only light camouflage, the mule makes no attempt to hide its LaFerrari-derived bodywork, and the blue triangular sticker on the side confirms that it, too, is driven by a hybrid powertrain.

There is little chance that this is a development chassis left over from the testing programme for Maranello's hyper-hybrid, though. Firstly because the camouflage looks to have been freshly applied and bears a pattern different from that sported by the original LaFerrari mules, and secondly because there are a number of subtle but important visual differences.

The wheels, for example, are attached to the hubs by five conventional studs, whereas the production-spec LaFerrari used a centre-locking device. The front end looks to have been reshaped, too, with the lower bumper losing its central divider and gaining a pair of prominent air-channelling winglets at the side.


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Ferrari announces extended warranty and maintenance plan for LaFerrari

Ferrari has announced a new extended warranty and maintenance plan for its now iconic and highly collectible LaFerrari models. This is the first time such a package has been provided for the brand’s limited edition products.

The LaFerrari Power service will be available to customers that wish to maintain the durability and performance of the brand’s first-ever hybrid electric car which makes use of an F1-derived HY-KERS system. The two-year renewable programme can be acquired at any official dealer regardless of the car’s year of production.

Owners of the LaFerrari or LaFerrari Aperta will benefit from an extension of the car’s manufacturer warranty which also includes the high-voltage battery. The LaFerrari Power package also includes annual scheduled maintenance during which Maranello-trained technicians will perform a wide range of inspections to ensure that the car is maintained to optimum levels.

 
Bring your cheque book: High-rollers have a rare chance to own this exclusive Ferrari
  • This exquisite low-mileage 2016 Ferrari LaFerrari goes on auction in November.
  • It's one of only 499 units that Ferrari officially built for its invite-only customers.
  • Combines electrical current with petroleum power to provide nearly 1000 horsepower.
LaFerrari. The name itself stirs emotion in our soul, and while we haven't had a chance to drive one yet, we can tell you that the Ferrari LaFerrari is one of our top five bucket list cars to experience here at Wheels24. We came across this ultra-rare model that's going on the block at RM Sotheby's next month, which you can bid on through the company's website if you're itching to invest some of your wealth on something special.

The car is one of 499 officially registered LaFerrari cars built for the road, and it's painted in a striking hue that is more akin to a suit that The Joker would wear in a Batman comic than a colour that you'd see on a Ferrari. The colour is called Vinaccia, and the car's interior is finished in Pelle Chiodi Di Garofano tapestries. According to RM Sotheby's spokesmen, the vehicle was originally delivered to its European owner by renowned Ferrari dealer Niki Hasler, situated in Basel, Switzerland. The auction firm also notes that this LaFerrari is minimally driven, showing a mere 918 miles (1477km) on its odo.


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