Tuning the 458 in Geneva!

The 2011 Geneva Motor Show was debuting many new Ferraris, but most noticeably tuned ones. Today we will be reviewing Mansory and Novitec Rosso's version of the 458 Italia.

Mansory revealed their tuning kit, called the 458 Italia Siracusa, which is mainly focused on weight-loss and: styling. The main eye-catcher is the new front apron, including extra air inlets. On the side, Mansory has completed the vehicle with side skirts, while the rear wing is connected to the rear diffuser, helping stabilize the back of the car during high velocities. To complete the great exterior design, the kit includes a new paint job, and carbon pieces, helping reduce the weight of 70 kilograms compared to the base 458. A sports air filter and a sports exhaust system improves the engine performance up to 590 horsepower and 560Nm of torque, while the car accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 3.2 seconds. The top speed is 330km/h.

Another stunning design was made by Novitec Rosso, who also released several other projects in Geneva. The workers have added an additional 39hp of power from the 4.5 liter V8, thanks to a high-performance exhaust system. The engine now produces 609hp and 569Nm of torque. 330km/h is the magic number for the top speed. New carbon fiber pieces were added in the process, while a modified suspension with front lift system and interior are offered as options.

To add to the Ferrari 458 news, the German automaker Wheelsandmore has released their kit for the supercar. The package includes an improved exhaust system with valve flaps and manifolds, helping the V8 power boost from 570hp up to 620hp and 100lb-ft of torque extra.

Ferrari also annouced that the Ferrari 458 GT2 will replace the F430 GT2 in the American Le Mans Series and the FIA GT Championship.

Finally, Ferrari released a HELE version of the 458 in Geneva, which they call 'going green'. Literally, because the car is green!

Novitec Rosso plans Ferrari 599 GTO 888 for Geneva

Novitec Rosso has finally finished their tuning kit for the Ferrari 599 GTO. They call it the GTO 888, and will debut next week in Geneva. New and optimized engine components, a new exhaust and the companies new extremely light forged wheels are the highlights of the kit.

The new exhaust includes four black-coated tailpipes with diameters of 90 millimeters. You can adjust the sound from subtle to sporty with the Manettino button on the steering wheel. The twin-compressor six-liter four-valve V12 boosts the horsepower from 670hp to 888hp. High-performance superchargers, driven by a cogged V-belt and lubricated by a dedicated oil circuit is a new exhaust addition also. Power-to-weight ratio is 1.74kg/hp, while peak torque has increased from 242Nm to 862Nm at 6,600rpm. The car sprints from zero to 100km/h in just 3.2 seconds and from standstill to 200km/h takes just 9.1 seconds. The top speed is well over 340km/h.

The silver special paint with yellow cross stripe and white patches for the starting number is reminiscence to the Ferrari 250 GTO racing car with chassis-no. 4153.

Novitec Rosso Arrivederci 612 Scaglietti

Novitec Rosso, has tuned pretty much every Ferrari that deserved being tuned. Well, the 612 Scaglietti has not been the most popular Ferrari, but id a great car that deserves a lot more than it has gotten in the past years. So Novitec Rosso teamed up with Ferrari to make the Scaglietti a better car. So here is how it turned out.

The car is based on the 2003 Scaglietti, while it has several different components to it. First of all, the car has a custom-tailored 20 or 21 inches tire-wheel combination. Five double spokes and polished design wheels are fitted. P-zero tire technology from Pirelli offers the perfect ultra-high-performance tires for the tire/wheel combination. Novitec also provides new black taillights, reflectors and side markers for the exterior of their car. For the interior, certain adjustments have been made. This includes a new ergonomically shaped sport steering wheel that is available in any colour you want. Costumers can choose the steering wheel's material, as well as the thickness of the rim; which is flattened at the bottom for easier entering and exiting of the vehicle.

The car has been tuned to be a car with higher performance, thanks to it's upgraded engine. It features a 6.0 liter V12 producing 565 horsepower and 609Nm of torque at 5,300rpm. All this powertrain helps the car, like we said earlier, have better performance. The car has a top speed access of 325km/h (203mph) and reaches 100km/h (62mph) in just 3.9 seconds.

Car Configurators!

Car configurators are so fun. You can make, create and design your own car! So, we have decided to go around and find really cool configurators for your enjoyment. If you have any tips or comments on other configurators, please e-mail us to toofast2010@hotmail.com or toofast@dufferin.com! Have fun!

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

McLaren MP4 12C

Koenigsegg Agera

Ferrari 458 Italia

Ferrari 430 Novitec Rosso

Ferrari California Novitec Rosso

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Novitec Rosso

Ferrari California by Novitec Rosso

This has been a famous one alright; Novitec Rosso's version of the Ferrari California has been circulating the web since Tuesday I think? Anyway, the car features a 4.3 liter V8 engine producing 500 horsepower, which is a 40hp improvement, and 485 to 518Nm of torque. Three-piece NOVITEC ROSSO NF3 wheels are available in a combination of size 9Jx21 wheels in front and size 11.5Jx22 on the rear axle. Pirellli has also supplied some wheels; the front axle features tires in size 255/30 ZR 21, in the rear tires in size 315/25 ZR 22. The interior is simple; pure alcantara!

200th Post: Novitec Rosso Strikes Again

Novitec Rosso is back in business having tuned the 430 Scuderia from Ferrari. The powerful V8 under the hood produces 510 horsepower. and 738 Nm of torque. 100 km/h comes in an impressive 3.4. seconds, 200 km/h comes in 9.4. seconds, 300 km/h in 22.9. seconds and top speed varies at 350 km/h; making the model called the Edizione 747 the fastest Scuderia ever!