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2006 Ferrari F430 Spider Quick Spin
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TO THE POINT
What’s New? Ferrari rips the top off of its most popular model, the F430, creating box seats for the Maranello symphony.
Selling Points: Symphonic exhaust note, thrilling acceleration, razor-sharp handling, Manettino vehicle settings, devastatingly gorgeous looks
Deal Breakers: High price tag, long waiting list
Our Advice: If you’ve got the means, get in line, or pay a premium to grab a lightly used version. But then you won’t get exactly what you want, unless all you want is a top-down thrill like no other.
MEET THE COMPETITION
Aston Martin DB9 Volante
Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder
Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG
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Specifications
Serial production competitors of the Ferrari F430 include the Aston Martin DB9 Volante, Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder, Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG, and Porsche 911 Turbo.
Test Vehicle: 2006 Ferrari F430 Spider
Price of Test Vehicle: $209,222
Engine Size and Type: 4.3-liter V8
Engine Horsepower: 483 horsepower at 8,500 rpm
Engine Torque: 343 lb.-ft. at 5,250 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed automatic with F1-style paddle shifting
Curb weight, lbs.: 3,351
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 11/16 mpg
Length: 177.6 inches
Width: 75.7 inches
Wheelbase: 102.4 inches
Height: 48.6 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: 2
Max. Cargo Volume: 8.8 cu.-ft.
Competitors: Aston Martin DB9 Volante, Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder, Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG, Porsche 911 Turbo Photos courtesy of Ferrari
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By Ron Moorhead
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