Presented is what is believed to be 1 of just 378 Challenge
Stradale's built for the US Market. Finished in Ferrari's original
Race Color of Rosso Scuderia, this race prepped street variant is
stunning and produces an F1 inspired exhaust tone that can only
come from a Ferrari.
with just over 8,700 miles and complete with both keys, owner's
manuals and tool kit, this Stradale provides the perfect balance of
collectability and drivability.
Great lease rates and Financing also available on any of our
inventory!
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About the Challenge Stradale:
The Ferrari 360 (Type F131) is a two-seater, mid-engine, rear wheel
drive sports car manufactured from 1999 to 2005. It succeeded the
Ferrari F355 and was replaced by the Ferrari F430 in 2005.
Ferrari partnered with Alcoa to produce an entirely new
all-aluminum space-frame chassis that was 40% stiffer than its
predecessor's which had utilized steel. The design was 28% lighter
despite a 10% increase in overall dimensions. Along with a
lightweight frame the new Pininfarina body styling deviated from
traditions of the previous decade's sharp angles and flip-up
headlights.
The new V8 engine utilizes a 3.6-litre capacity, a flat-plane
crankshaft, and titanium connecting rods. The engine generates a
power output of 395HP. According to Ferrari, weight was reduced by
130 lbs and the 0 to 62 mph acceleration time improved from 4.7 to
4.5 seconds.
The first model to be produced was the 360 Modena, followed later
by the 360 Spider and a special edition, the Challenge Stradale.
The Challenge Stradale was the high-performance road-legal version
of the 360 produced by the factory, featuring carbon ceramic brakes
(from the Enzo), track-tuned suspension, aerodynamic gains, weight
reduction, power improvements and revised gearbox software among
its track-focused brief.
Inspired by the 360 Modena Challenge racing car series, the
Challenge Stradale is the track-focused iteration of the 360
Modena. The focus in development of the car was primarily on
improving its track performance credentials by concentrating on
handling, braking and weight reduction characteristics, which are
essential in pure racing cars. Ferrari engineers designed the car
from the outset with a goal of 20% track day use in mind and 80%
road use. With only a 25HP improvement in engine power from the
Modena (and boasting an improved power-to-weight ratio), the
Challenge Stradale accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds
according to Ferrari.
Systematic improvements were achieved to the setup and feel of the
whole car; throttle response from the digital throttle was
ratcheted up and feedback through the steering wheel was enhanced.
Ceramic brakes borrowed from the Enzo, some lower weight parts and
a FHP handling pack, enabled the Challenge Stradale to claim a 3.5
second improvement per lap of its Fiorano Circuit compared to the
Modena.
In total, the Challenge Stradale is up to 240 lbs lighter than the
standard Modena if all the lightweight options are specified such
as deleted radio, lexan (plexiglass) door windows and Alcantara
fabric (instead of the leather option). As much as 163 lbs was
saved by lightening the bumpers, stripping the interior of its
sound deadening and carbon mirrors and making the optional Modena
carbon seats standard. Resin Transfer Molding was utilized for the
bumpers and skirts, a carry over from the Challenge cars which
resulted in lighter bumpers than those on the Modena. The engine
and transmission weight was lightened by 24 through the use of a
smaller, lighter weight sports exhaust back box and valved exit
pipes. The Challenge Stradale also got Brembo carbon ceramic brakes
as standard (which later became standard fitment on the F430) which
shaved 35 lbs off the curb weight and improved handling by reducing
unsprung weight and completely eliminating brake fade. Cars fitted
with the Centre console stereo option, sub speaker box behind the
seats and glass side windows re-gained approximately 66 lbs over
the best selected options.
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