NOT FOR SALE 456 M GTA

[email protected] After discontinuing 412 production in the steel chassis. Although the 412 had late 1989, Ferrari had been operating been a very fine looking car, the 456 without a front-engined model of any was a much sportier looking machine, description for the first time in their thoroughly modern yet incorporating history. By 1992 though, the firm were classic Ferrari cues. More lithe and ready to re-enter the GT market with aggressive than its predecessors, the this car, the gorgeous 456. 456 looked like a four-seat rather than a stately GT. A modern day version of the 365 GTC/4 produced an exceptionally clean design, produced for just 18 months back in one devoid of wings, flares or blisters 1971/’72, the 456 was clearly influenced by the GTC/4 in concept and style along with that cars glamorous stablemate, the GTB/4 Daytona.

Dry sumped and with Bosch Motronic 2.7 digital engine management, this four-cam, four valve per cylinder motor was initially only available with a six-speed manual gearbox, an but nevertheless aggressive enough to automatic option not arriving until March hint at its massive performance. It was 1996 after being launched at that years quite possibly the best looking 2+2 of all Geneva Salon. time.

Whereas the outgoing Berlina's had Inside, the new model was luxuriously gradually lost more and more ground on appointed with full Connolly leather and their mid-engined counterparts, Ferrari a classic open gate shift, but the 456 were keen to ensure the 456 was a also introduced innovations like windows match for its two-seat models. Sprinting that marginally lowered when the doors from 0-60 in just 5.3 seconds and were opened to allow compressed air to capable of a top speed of 186mph, the escape from the cockpit.

456 could also lap Fiorano several

seconds quicker than a 512 TR and 348. Although self-levelling rear suspension had been seen as long ago as 1967 on It was no surprise that Pininfarina were the 365 GT, an all-new system fitted to commissioned to create the bodywork, the 456 was state of the art. Two the Turinese firm using aluminium alternative suspension settings (Sport

Ferrari 456 Ferrari GTA M panels that were chemically bonded to and Touring) allowed drivers to

1 configure the dampers according to their 1998 Modificato Series mood while sophisticated Servotronic power steering electronically adjusted A 5.5-litre 65° featured a the assistance according to road speed light alloy crank, cylinder heads and oil and conditions. sump, the technological progress Ferrari had been able to make since their last Launched at the FF40 International V12 meaning this powerplant was not Ferrari Celebrations held in Brussels and only exceptionally light but also at the Spa Francorchamps racing circuit extremely compact. Displacement was during September 1992, the 456 was an 5474cc thanks to a bore and stroke of immediate hit - never before had a 88 x 75mm respectively, output an Ferrari of this type combined the looks awesome 442bhp at 6250rpm. and performance of a two-seat Berlinetta with an interior spacious Having remained in production with a enough for four. However, although fundamentally unchanged specification designed from the outset as a world car since its introduction some six years capable of meeting the most stringent beforehand, a revised 456, the 456 M, emissions and safety legislation, the 456 was unveiled during March 1998 at the didn't make it to North America until the Geneva Salon. This subtly re-worked summer of 1994. model sported a number of detail differences over the original version, 1996 the GTA Modificato's featuring a larger, more aggressive egg crate grille that housed a pair of supplementary driving lights in Having been launched in September each corner. Furthermore, the 456 M's 1992, Ferrari added an automatic front was mildly re-profiled to gearbox to the options list during early incorporate a more pointed nose than 1996, 456's equipped as such being had been the case for Pininfarina's designated GTA's. original.

It was always Ferrari's intention to develop an automatic version albeit one without the normal drawbacks associated with high performance engines. After collaborating with Ricardo, they were able to offer perhaps the finest auto system ever used in a car of this nature, the GTA being launched during March 1996 at the Geneva Salon where its 5.6 second 0-60 time and 185mph top speed caused a great deal

of interest. The only major developments came in mid 1996 when the Bosch Motronic 2.7 was upgraded to 5.2. At the same time, remote locking was also fitted. Production ended in

early 1998. Ferrari 456 Ferrari GTA M

2 Gone were the Further History large engine louvres carved Brussels, Belgium: Skilfully blending out from styling and engineering cues from its behind each retractable past, Ferrari unveiled a handsome, headlight, the powerful and precedent-setting 2+2 just Modificato prior to the Paris Auto Show, in featuring plain conjunction with the 40th Anniversary of creased wings their Belgian distributor and racing albeit with team, Garage Francorchamps. According more to Ferrari NA President Gian-Luigi prominent definition than Buitoni: "This is the second model of before. Other bodywork changes were this car. We actually started four years minimal although the bonnet was now ago. First, Pininfarina presented a three- fabricated from carbon composite rather volume design, but it was rejected as than aluminium. Inside, redesigned not being aggressive enough. We seats, an updated instrument binnacle wanted something different from the and new dash gave the Modificato a 412i - distinguished, with much more refreshing new look, the last makeover the 456 got before before being personality." replaced in 2004. Options were relatively few although custom leather and body The result shades (including two-tone paint), fitted resembles luggage and Daytona seats were all very a born- desirable additions. Production ended in again 365 2004 when the 456 M was replaced by the 612 Scaglietti. GTB/4 Daytona, Other Rare Versions especially from the rear. Ferrari historians will note In addition to the standard Coupe body the intention was not to update the old style, Berlina, Cabriolet and Shooting 365 GTC/4, a sporty, but Break's were executed by Pininfarina undistinguished-looking four-seater exclusively for the Sultan of Brunei, loosely based on the Daytona, but these mysterious cars being codenamed instead to move closer to a sportier Venice and typically costing four times definition. "We have clients today who the price of an off the shelf example. don't want to give up the performance

Production cars featured a new tubular of a Testarossa, but they must have

steel spaceframe chassis that was more room," said Buitoni. "You can sit in dynamically far superior to the old 412, the back of this car and not be an ride and handling being quite drastically infant." improved. Even with the kids along, 456 GT 2+2 Ferrari 456 Ferrari GTA M owners sacrifice very little. Under the

3 lightweight, composite bonnet is a new plate clutch transmits power through a all-alloy 4-cam, 48-valve, 5.5-litre V-12 propshaft that's supported with three developing a league-leading 442bhp at bearings. The propshaft runs through an 6250rpm. Historians will note that the elliptically shaped steel torque-tube that 456 designation makes a return to is rigidly connected from the clutch to a Ferrari's traditional model nomenclature. new six-speed , then to a ZF (Each cylinder displaces 456cc; multiply mechanical limited-slip differential with by twelve for 5473.9cc.) The valve plates calibrated to distinguish between covers are gray crackle finished, and the drive modes and overrun. To reduce frictional losses when the car is in top gear, sixth is direct drive. A 250 GTO- like polished shifter travels in a traditional Ferrari webbed gate. It is mechanically linked to the transaxle for positive shifting - and in keeping with Ferrari tradition, it probably hates to shift into second until thoroughly warmed up.

Suspension is all independent with round-oil breathers are reminiscent of parallel wishbones, and coil springs in those on the old 250/275-series cars. each corner. Fat stabiliser bars at either end help keep the suspension In order to achieve a low, pancaked thoroughly planted. Electronically- bonnet line, the V-12 is dry-sumped. controlled shock absorbers (like the Three separate oil pumps ensure Mondial T's) offer sport, intermediate maximum pressure right to its 7250 rpm and touring settings, but they return redline. Special ducting sprays oil to the immediately to the "hard" underside of the alloy pistons for added setting in an cooling. The latest Bosch Motronic M2.7 digital injection is lower, and more efficient than a sextet of classic twin- choke Webers, even if its gray, crackle- finished plenum chambers aren't as pretty as the line-up of twelve

chromed velocity stacks.

To optimise weight distribution (its 53:47) in a front-engined car, the motor emergency is set back considerably in the tubular thanks to an ECU and steel frame. A flywheel-mounted, single- sensors that measure steering angle, 456 Ferrari GTA M

4 shock "bounce" and acceleration. A self- bonnet is the first composite part). levelling device compensates for the Pininfarina's subtle styling will last for weight of rear seat passengers while years. There's a hint of aggressiveness, maintaining body height and ensuring yet the overall effect is one of veiled constant rear suspension geometry. strength and function. A flat, sloping bonnet line aids visibility. A bold cut line A chunky, three-spoke, leather-wrapped on each side defines the top edge of a steering wheel gives orders to ZF rearward-facing scoop that exhausts "Servotronic" power-assisted, speed engine heat, then gracefully encircles the 456's meaty rear quarters. A moving spoiler, integrated into the rear bumper, is lowered electronically at speeds above 60 mph,

to reduce axle lift.

The result is a pleasing C- pillar curvature that is far more coupe-like than is usually achieved with a car that can realistically hold four sensitive rack adults. Shoulder harnesses and pinion extend from the front seatbacks. Deep steering. bucket seats front and rear feel very Pressure for supportive. Bold, readable dials are well the self- located. The crossed Pininfarina flags on levelling system comes the console are reminiscent of the old from the steering pump. Four huge SuperAmerica.

ventilated discs handle braking with aluminium callipers; ATE Mark IV ABS Taken from Ferrari Market Letter Vol.17 No.22 (October 1992) brakes are standard. The five-spoke and special thanks to Mike Wheeler www.rardleymotors.com for allowing the above text to be utilised. alloy wheels are Daytona-like, and the fat, unequally sized Pirelli P-Zeros

artfully fill the 2+2's neatly radiused Ferrari 456 Modficato

fenderwells. The 456M in GT and GTA versions The 456 are somewhat lighter and represents the evolution of a model, shorter (186.2 in) than the old 412i, that has always been appreciated by thanks to its extensive use of aluminium those wanting a four-seater Ferrari with Ferrari 456 Ferrari GTA M and initial venture into composites (the

5 diverse sporting ability. Continuing a Ferrari tradition of 2+2 Berlinetta, the 456M (M means Modified) represents the optimum level between the performance of a 12-cylinder Ferrari and the comfort of a GT car.

With the 456, the quality of the Pininfarina styling was so fine it would have been extremely manufacturing of this part is hard to design the whole car again. particularly complicated, due to its large dimensions. Evolution was chose to improve and - The bonnet has a smooth design, refine the mechanical and aerodynamic without air outlets, which interrupt the features, while keeping the successful aerodynamic flow. technical interpretation based on the - The front air intake is larger; fog lights V12, 442 CV front engine, coupled to a are inside the intake itself. rear unit. - When seen from above, the front view is more rounded than the previous The details needed to produce the 456M model. have produced aerodynamic and - Front indicators are separate from the thermal improvements due in part to position lights and placed aside, in a some style modifications, better comfort lateral area of the bumper. and more functional features of the - Rear bumper with integrated spoiler, in driver’s compartment, a rationalizing of the lower area, replacing the mobile the cabin space, along with an increase wing of the previous model. The bumper in driveability performance, ergonomics upper profile houses a moulding, for and safety. easier opening of the rear luggage compartment. Modifications - Side window mouldings.

- Wheels with new centre caps depicting

Summary table of the new technical or a chromium-plated “Cavallino”. Though I style features introduced on the 456M: preferred the Yellow.

Bodywork

- Carbon fibre bonnet. The 456 Ferrari GTA M 6 Interior - New Hi-Fi system. - Reduction of interior noise - Seats with 5 electrical adjustments and position memory (forward-backward, Suspension & Brakes up0down, lumbar adjustment, 2 seat back tilt directions). - Suspension system with independent - Rear seat comfort and passenger shock absorbers, with two-position space have been improved. calibration system (Normal and Sport). - Added retractable central armrest. - Front shock absorbers with low friction - Instruments. co-efficient, with software tuning, - Installation of a multi-function display, designed to get higher driving precision detecting operating and emergency and comfort on uneven roads. information and the outside - Rear shock absorbers with stern speed temperature. control software. - Newly designed dashboard. - New anti-drive geometry to front links, - Under-dashboard console with to limit diving. analogue instruments. They include - Use of the ASR traction control system, clock, oil temperature and fuel level with integral ABS and electronic rear indicators. braking corrector (EBC). - Sun radiation sensor. - Pneumatic brake booster to improve

- More ergonomic gearbox lever pedal feel under braking.

position. - Transmission tunnel with cubbyhole. Engine & Gearbox - Three-spoke steering wheel. - Document pockets behind front seats. - Modified cylinder-firing order, for - New rear parcel shelf, with integrated smoother performance.

Ferrari 456 Ferrari GTA M rear brake light. - Larger ducts for sending air to the

7 engine compartments. - Use of hydraulic supports between transmission housing and frame (only GTA version). - Stiffer transmission frame (only GTA version).

Leather ToolKit, Tyre Inflator and Red Car Cover

Service History

Mileage Service: 24 Feb 2000 @ 6757 by Mortimer Houghton Turner Ltd Official Dealer who sold the Car. Phone:

01451 861042 Fax 861044 Specific Extras/Options Annual Service: 21 Apr 2001 @ 8187 by Comes with a Ferrari Enzo Key (makes Mortimer Houghton Turner Ltd Official no difference in performance ) 2 Black Dealer who sold the Car. Phone: 01451 Fobs + All Important Red Key Fob and 3 861042 Fax 861044 Keys altogether. Annual Service: 19 Jun 2002 @ 11603 Enamel Wing Shields offset by Yellow by Evans Halshaw Birmingham . Phone: Centre Caps. 0121 624 7000 Fax 0121 624 7160

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Rare Blu NART Colour Annual Service: 09 Jun 2003 @ 14290 by Seb Auto Services Ferrari Specialist, Sabia Leather Interior – Blue Carpets London. Phone: 0207 607 9485 : Dealer and Factory option Upper Blue Dash. number 41447

Rare Daytona Seats with Blue Piping Mileage Service: 07 Jun 2004 @ 19130 Very Rare Third Back Seat instead of Maranello Sales Ltd, Surrey. Phone: Arm Rest. Special Order. 01784 433043

Specific Extra Option Aluminium

Callipers. Annual Service: 20 May 2005 @ 25830 Alpine Stereo CD insert and Boot Disk by Maranello Sales Ltd, Surrey. Phone: Changer. 01784 433043

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8 Annual Service: 21 Dec 2005 @ 29184 There is a still a more detail to follow….. by Maranello Sales Ltd, Surrey. Phone: this is Version 0.5 for review and 01784 433043 comments!

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9 Fuel system Bo Motronic ML2.7 fuel inj. Ferrari 456 M GTA Aspiration Normal Compressor type N/A Technical specifications of 1998 Intercooler None Catalytic Y Ferrari 456M GTA Converter 441 PS (435.0 bhp) Max. output (324.4 kW) (DIN) bodywork @6250 rpm Type 2+2 FHC 550.0 Nm (406 lbft) Max. torque Designer Pininfarina (56.1 kgm) (DIN) Number of doors 2 @4500 rpm dimensions & weight Maximum rpm 7250 rpm 2600 102.4 Coolant Water mm in 79.5 bhp/litre 1585 Specific output front 62.4 in 1.3 bhp/cu in mm Track Specific torque 100.47 Nm/litre 1606 rear 63.2 in performance mm 4763 187.5 Length 0-50mph (80 km/h) mm in 0-60mph 5.40s 1920 Width 75.6 in 0-100km/h 5.50s mm 0-100mph 1300 Height 51.2 in 80-120km/h mm (50-70mph) Length:wheelbase 1.83 in top ratio 0-Quarter-mile 13.70s Ground clearance 0-Kilometre 23.70s 3902 Kerb weight 1770 kg Top speed 298 km/h (185 mph) lb Fuel Consumption Weight distribution CO2 Emissions (Front) Power-to-weight 245.76 bhp/ton 29.1 110 24.2 chassis Fuel capacity US litres UK Gal Engine location Front Gal Engine alignment Longitudinal aerodynamics Steering rack & pinion PAS Drag coefficient Turns

Frontal Area lock-to-lock Cx Turning circle engine Front I.DW.CS. Suspension Code Rear I.DW.CS. Manufacturer Ferrari Wheels F/R / V-12 Tyres F 255/45 ZR 17 in 65.0° vee Tyres R 285/40 ZR 17 Dry sumped Type Brakes F/R VeDi/VeDi-S-ABS DOHC Brake ∅ F/R / mm 48 valves total Braked area 4 valves per cylinder Transmission 4A Main bearings 7 Drive RWD

Construction Top gear ratio

88.00mm × 75.00mm Bore × stroke Final drive ratio 3.46 in × 2.95 in Bore/Stroke ratio 1.17 5474 cc Displacement (334.044 cu in) Unitary capacity 456.17 cc/cylinder Compression Ferrari 456 Ferrari GTA M 10.60:1 ratio

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