2002 Ferrari 360 Modena news, pictures, and information

The 360 Modena is a clean-sheet design which anticipates trends for future Ferrari road cars. These include lower weight combined with greater chassis rigidity - seemingly contrasting objectives that have been achieved by employing innovative construction technology. The 360 Modena is the first production Ferrari to be constructed entirely in aluminium. Chassis, bodyshell and suspension wishbones are all made from this light-weight material, allowing the engineers to provide the best overall performance and handling ever achieved in a mid-engined Ferrari, along with levels of comfort unheard of before.

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Chassis Num: ZFFYUS1A420130251

The black Ferrari 360 Modena Berlinetta with chassis number ZFFYUS1A420130251 was offered for sale at the 2006 Worldwide Group Auction held on Hilton Head Island. It was estimated to sell for $160,000-$170,000. At the conclusion of bidding, the car was left unsold due to not meeting reserve.

The Pininfarina designed 360 Modena is at home on both road and track. The design was new for Ferrari, foregoing the single central grill in favor of the prancing horse logo. Two large radiator vents were placed at each corner just below each headlamp. The frame is constructed entirely of aluminum which was a first for Ferrari. Aluminum and carbon fiber were used throughout the vehicle. The Ferrari 360 proved to be very popular with around 2500 examples being produced each year. Production lasted from 1999 through 2004.

The example shown, carrying chassis number ZFFYUS1A420130251, is finished in black lacquer with matching black leather interior. It is outfitted with luxurious items such as a six-speed gearbox and air conditioning.

The Ferrari 360 Modena went into production in 1999 and served as a replacement for the F355. The name 'Modena' was used after the birthplace of Enzo Ferrari. The styling was courtesy of Pininfarina and mounted mid-ship was an eight-cylinder engine constructed entirely of aluminum. The engine was mounted to a six-speed gearbox available as a manual or F1 electro-hydraulic shift. Production continued until 2005 when it was replaced with the F430.

The 400 horsepower engine produced around 400 horsepower and could carry the 2840 pound vehicle from zero-to-sixty in just 4.3 seconds. Top speed was achieved at 185 mph. Performance was improved with the introduction of the Challenge Stradale. This was a stripped-down performance version that was void of amenities and non-essential items. The aerodynamics were improved slightly; the chassis was constructed of aluminum. The engine, suspension, and brakes were all greatly improved. With 425 horsepower available and now weighing just 2600 pounds, the Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale could go from zero-to-sixty in a mere 4.1 seconds. The overall top speed improved slightly, now at 186 mph.

In 2000 Ferrari introduced the 360 Challenge Series which gave privateers an opportunity to race modified Ferrari's in a regulated environment. The cars that competed in this series were dubbed the Ferrari 360 Challenge. They featured 18 inch BBS alloy wheels and a lowered ride height. A F1-gearbox was matted to the stock engine. The engines were sealed as to not allow tampering. The F1-gearbox is very quick, with gearshifts taking only 150 milliseconds. The suspension was improved to handle the tough track environment. The electronic damping system was replaced with Boge shock absorbers.

There were three championships - one in Italy, Europe, and North America.

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