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Auction archive: Lot number 49

2010 Ferrari California Hardtop Convertible

The Bonmont Sale
29 Sep 2019
Estimate
CHF300,000 - CHF400,000
ca. US$302,765 - US$403,687
Price realised:
n. a.
Auction archive: Lot number 49

2010 Ferrari California Hardtop Convertible

The Bonmont Sale
29 Sep 2019
Estimate
CHF300,000 - CHF400,000
ca. US$302,765 - US$403,687
Price realised:
n. a.
Beschreibung:

2010 Ferrari California Hardtop Convertible Coachwork by Pininfarina Chassis no. ZFFMJ65B000271303 •Delivered new to Switzerland •One of only five manual transmission cars •One owner •Circa 31,000 kilometres from new •Registered in Switzerland Fußnoten "The Ferrari California might just be the firm's most radical model. It's the first Ferrari road car to have a front-mounted V8 engine, the first to have a dual-clutch gearbox and, although not the first to have a removable hard-top, is the first to follow the current trend of having a fully retractable one that electrically folds into its boot." - Autocar. Previously used for a limited series of exclusive coachbuilt soft-tops created on the 250 GT chassis in the late 1950s and early 1960s, the evocative 'California' name was revived by Ferrari in 2008 for its new 2+2 hardtop convertible. As well as the 'firsts' listed above, the new California's multi-link rear suspension and direct fuel injection had never been seen before on a Ferrari road car, while its hunched rear wheel arches, single bonnet scoop and slatted wing vents were styling cues borrowed from the original. Featuring just two key sections, rather than the more commonplace three, the retractable roof was a particularly neat and compact example of the type, though the car had to be stationary before it could be operated. With the top in place, the California achieved the remarkable drag coefficient figure of 0.32, making it the most aerodynamic Ferrari to date. Inside, the customarily well-appointed Ferrari cabin featured an electronic handbrake and roof/gearbox controls on the curved centre console. In its original incarnation the California's 4.3-litre V8 engine produced 453bhp, though from 2012 this was increased to 482bhp. A 'Handling Speciale Package' of suspension upgrades became available at the same time. Transmitted via a dual clutch to the seven-speed semi-automatic gearbox, those 453 horses made for a 0-62mph time of just 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 193mph. But these days even Ferrari cannot focus on performance alone, and so the California incorporated HELE (High Efficiency Low Emissions) technology including 'stop start', enabling it to achieve a CO2 emissions figure of 270g/km. Performance was restrained by ceramic disc brakes all round. One of Ferrari's aims with the California was to extend its appeal to a wider customer base, so the car was deliberately made less hard-edged and more user-friendly than many of its more track-focused siblings. "The first surprise is how well the California rides," remarked Autocar. "We tried both the passive dampers and the optional Magneride units, and both (even with the latter set to Sport) coped impressively well with our road network, and especially so for a convertible. Such is the California's comfort that you could easily use one to travel significant distances." Britain's esteemed motoring magazine concluded its review by rating the California ahead of the Bentley Continental GTC, Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder and Aston Martin DBS for its blend of everyday usability and outright enjoyment. Praise indeed. The California offered here is one of only five built with the optional six-speed manual gearbox. Delivered new in Switzerland, this car has had only one owner and has covered only some 31,000 kilometres from new. Specification highlights include the following: Headlights with AFS System Brake callipers in aluminium colour Carbon kit for driving zone Cruise control Top-tinted windscreen iPod connection Magneride dual mode suspension system Diamond-finish 20" alloy wheels Climate control system Carbon finish to the interior door handles and thresholds Front parking sensors Carbon kit for the rear numberplate holder Rear parking camera Wide-sized racing seat Presented in generally excellent condition, this fabulous and exclusive Ferrari supercar is offered with Swiss Carte Grise. Ferrari California cabriolet hardtop 2010 Carrosserie Pininfarina Châssis n° ZFFMJ

Auction archive: Lot number 49
Auction:
Datum:
29 Sep 2019
Auction house:
Bonhams London
Cheserex, Switzerland
Beschreibung:

2010 Ferrari California Hardtop Convertible Coachwork by Pininfarina Chassis no. ZFFMJ65B000271303 •Delivered new to Switzerland •One of only five manual transmission cars •One owner •Circa 31,000 kilometres from new •Registered in Switzerland Fußnoten "The Ferrari California might just be the firm's most radical model. It's the first Ferrari road car to have a front-mounted V8 engine, the first to have a dual-clutch gearbox and, although not the first to have a removable hard-top, is the first to follow the current trend of having a fully retractable one that electrically folds into its boot." - Autocar. Previously used for a limited series of exclusive coachbuilt soft-tops created on the 250 GT chassis in the late 1950s and early 1960s, the evocative 'California' name was revived by Ferrari in 2008 for its new 2+2 hardtop convertible. As well as the 'firsts' listed above, the new California's multi-link rear suspension and direct fuel injection had never been seen before on a Ferrari road car, while its hunched rear wheel arches, single bonnet scoop and slatted wing vents were styling cues borrowed from the original. Featuring just two key sections, rather than the more commonplace three, the retractable roof was a particularly neat and compact example of the type, though the car had to be stationary before it could be operated. With the top in place, the California achieved the remarkable drag coefficient figure of 0.32, making it the most aerodynamic Ferrari to date. Inside, the customarily well-appointed Ferrari cabin featured an electronic handbrake and roof/gearbox controls on the curved centre console. In its original incarnation the California's 4.3-litre V8 engine produced 453bhp, though from 2012 this was increased to 482bhp. A 'Handling Speciale Package' of suspension upgrades became available at the same time. Transmitted via a dual clutch to the seven-speed semi-automatic gearbox, those 453 horses made for a 0-62mph time of just 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 193mph. But these days even Ferrari cannot focus on performance alone, and so the California incorporated HELE (High Efficiency Low Emissions) technology including 'stop start', enabling it to achieve a CO2 emissions figure of 270g/km. Performance was restrained by ceramic disc brakes all round. One of Ferrari's aims with the California was to extend its appeal to a wider customer base, so the car was deliberately made less hard-edged and more user-friendly than many of its more track-focused siblings. "The first surprise is how well the California rides," remarked Autocar. "We tried both the passive dampers and the optional Magneride units, and both (even with the latter set to Sport) coped impressively well with our road network, and especially so for a convertible. Such is the California's comfort that you could easily use one to travel significant distances." Britain's esteemed motoring magazine concluded its review by rating the California ahead of the Bentley Continental GTC, Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder and Aston Martin DBS for its blend of everyday usability and outright enjoyment. Praise indeed. The California offered here is one of only five built with the optional six-speed manual gearbox. Delivered new in Switzerland, this car has had only one owner and has covered only some 31,000 kilometres from new. Specification highlights include the following: Headlights with AFS System Brake callipers in aluminium colour Carbon kit for driving zone Cruise control Top-tinted windscreen iPod connection Magneride dual mode suspension system Diamond-finish 20" alloy wheels Climate control system Carbon finish to the interior door handles and thresholds Front parking sensors Carbon kit for the rear numberplate holder Rear parking camera Wide-sized racing seat Presented in generally excellent condition, this fabulous and exclusive Ferrari supercar is offered with Swiss Carte Grise. Ferrari California cabriolet hardtop 2010 Carrosserie Pininfarina Châssis n° ZFFMJ

Auction archive: Lot number 49
Auction:
Datum:
29 Sep 2019
Auction house:
Bonhams London
Cheserex, Switzerland
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