Overview

The Ferrari 488 Pista is the latest in a long line of phenomenal hardcore track orientated versions of Ferrari�s V8 supercars. Following in the footsteps of legends such as the 430 Scuderia & the 458 Speciale except this time there is one major difference, the 488 Pista is turbocharged. Some Ferrari purists will turn their noses up at a turbocharged Ferrari, conveniently forgetting about the legendary F40, but the truth is these days the dark art of turbocharging at this level has significantly evolved and simply yields hugely powerful and torquey powertrains with beautifully linear delivery. The 488 Pista does not simply run a tweaked or boosted version of the GTB engine and instead uses the full-fat version from the 488 Challenge race car. One of the main differences in this engine are the lighted all titanium internals, making it spool quicker and feel all the more naturally aspirated in the way it revs. All this power and torque gives mind-bending straight-line performance with a 0-125mph time of just 7.5 seconds, a sniff slower than the LaFerrari!

In addition to the monstrous engine there has been a 90kg weight reduction through the increased use of carbon fibre and reduced sound deadening. Add to this an increase in downforce at both axles courtesy of the new bodywork, splitters and diffuser plus stiffer springs with recalibrated dampers and the Pista starts to put serious distance between itself and the standard 488 GTB. Other differences include faster shifts from the 7-Speed F1 DCT, updated electronic chassis control systems and an Inconel/Titanium exhaust system producing a uniquely booming bassy sound. Although the �bumpy road� suspension button does an impressive job at loosening off the suspension and improving ride quality on uneven roads, the Pista demands to be driven on the track in order to behold its full potential. After all, �Pista� does directly translate to �Track� from Italian. Overall the 488 Pista pushes the envelope even further on what is possible from a usable every-day track focused supercar in the 21st century, presented in a package of Italian flare, passion and pedigree hard to compete with in this market sector.

This example is a U.K supplied example, physically available today. The full spec is as follows:

Adaptive Frontlight System
Alcantara Seats Inner Trim - Nero 9440
Alcantara Interior Carpet - Nero 9940
Atelier Car
Yellow Brake Callipers
Carbon Fibre Front Flaps
Carbon Fibre Air Splitter
Engine Covers in Carbon Fibre
Rear Diffuser in Carbon Fibre
Front Air Vents in Carbon Fibre
Carbon Fibre Underdoor Covers
Carbon Fibre Instrument Covers
Internal Carbon Fibre in Matte Carbon Fibre Finish
Carbon Fibre Inner Sill Trim
Coloured Inner Details - Extra Range
Suspension Lifter
Dedication Plate in Silver
Cavallino Stitched on Headrest - Thread in Giallo 0113
Titanium Exhaust Pipes
Additional Coloured Mats with Logos
Carbon Fibre Rear Moulding
High Emotion Low Emission
Scuderia Ferrari Shields
Int/Ext Electrochromic Mirrors
RadioNav System + Bluetooth
Navtrak
Parking Camera
20" Forged Wheels
Yellow Rev Counter
Carbon Fibre Racing Seats - Large
Racing Seat Lifter
Integrated Audio System
Special Equipment
Coloured Stitching O.R Thread in Giallo 0113

Special equipment includes:
Rosso Fuoco Paintwork
Livery: External Stripe and Edge in Glossy Canna Di Fucile. External Edge in Tri-Coat Giallo
Dreamline on engine covers in Tri-Coat Giallo
Passenger Compartment Details in Yellow
Central Stripe on Seats Divided into Three Parts: External Stripes in Yellow, Central Stripe in Black Leather
Standard Dedication Plate with Engraving Underneath Vehicle Logo

The car is supplied with the balance of the 4 year warranty and 7 year service pack. Along with 2 keys, 2 tracker fobs, service books and manuals as well as a car cover and battery charger.