Ferrari California

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Ferrari California
Manufacturer Ferrari
Parent company Fiat Group
Production 2009+
Class grand tourer
Body style(s) convertible
Layout FMR layout
Engine(s) 4.3 L (260 cu in) V8
Transmission(s) 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual
Designer Pininfarina

The Ferrari California is a grand touring sports car that will be launched by Ferrari at the 2008 Paris Motor Show. It is a two door "2+" hard top convertible. The California will be powered by front-mid mounted gasoline direct injection 4.3 L (260 cu in) V8 sending a reported 460 PS (340 kW/450 bhp) to the rear wheels.[1] The car revives the "California" name.

The California will represent a number of firsts for Ferrari. It will be the first front engined Ferrari with a V8, the first to feature a 7-speed dual clutch transmission, the first with a folding metal roof, the first with multi-link rear suspension and the first with direct petrol injection. It represents a new, fourth model range for the company.[2]

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