A new host of pictures have arrived for the Ferrari California that are NOT rendered. These new pictures of the Italian supercar show its roof being lowered, engine shots, and some interior shots. The roof is a retractable hardtop that rests in the trunk area after the trunk lid/tonneau cover tilts towards the back of the vehicle. Shots of the engine show off the standard Ferrari matte red valve cover with the prancing horse logo prominently displayed at the front. Interior photos show off the gorgeous tan leather that covers every surface of the California’s interior. We can catch a glimpse of the Manettino dial that is standard on all Ferraris - The California’s dial shows three settings: Comfort, Sport, and CST (striked out).

The Ferrari California is a grand touring convertible sports car that is targeted for MY 2009 and later. It first debuted at the 2008 Paris Motor show and is destined to be the first Ferrari to feature a front mounted V8 engine as well as a dual clutch transmission. The car will be powered by a 4.3 Liter V8 engine that has an estimated output of 453 BHP. This mdoel will be available with carbon ceramic brakes as a standard option.

The “California” name is a throwback to the 1957 Ferrari 250 GT Spyder LWB which was brought to the public’s attention from it’s appearence in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, where it served as the hero car.

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