Ferrari Four (FF) concept

Rick Hunter · 01-21-2011, 12:53 PM

I think I just found my midlife crisis car.

Year's_End · 01-21-2011, 12:56 PM

It's not bad but I'd really like to see it shot in something other than a studio. There are a few things bothering me:

-The headlight washers taking a chunk out of the housing shape
-The drop in the greenhouse at the C-pillar where the roof keeps going (it's more a problem with the roofline...wish it dropped with the greenhouse)
-The sparse grille almost looks cheap with those giant plain slats
-The side fender vent looks unfinished; like someone carved a hole and didn't adorn it with anything to make it look nice

Love everything else about the car though.

JoosyJoos · 01-21-2011, 01:07 PM

That thing looks pretty wicked. Definitely a departure from the Ferrari norm... but I guess I can't complain too much since I'll never be able to afford one anyway... or if I ever can I'll be 20 years behind the most recent version lol

Turbo>NA · 01-21-2011, 01:12 PM

That car you posted is teh 612 Concept. I would do anything for them to build it.

hks786 · 01-21-2011, 01:19 PM

Quick chop of what a coupe would have looked like. From scale drawings I worked out:

- FF has shorter front overhang
- Front axle to door is exact same length
- Door is exact same length
- Wheelbase is longer
- Shorter rear overhang too.

hks786 · 01-21-2011, 01:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikkahtropolis

It's not bad but I'd really like to see it shot in something other than a studio. There are a few things bothering me:

-The headlight washers taking a chunk out of the housing shape
-The drop in the greenhouse at the C-pillar where the roof keeps going (it's more a problem with the roofline...wish it dropped with the greenhouse)
-The sparse grille almost looks cheap with those giant plain slats
-The side fender vent looks unfinished; like someone carved a hole and didn't adorn it with anything to make it look nice

Love everything else about the car though.

+1 to everything but I too admit while the roofline might not be to everyone's taste the design overall is very nice. Let's not forget this is just a concept, things like the grille hopefully will be changed on the production model.

Sniz · 01-21-2011, 01:37 PM

i'm a big fan overall

GregTheStig · 01-21-2011, 01:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Turbo>NA

That car you posted is teh 612 Concept. I would do anything for them to build it.

Same. That's the kind of design I was expecting from a 612 replacement.

adamm3k · 01-21-2011, 03:55 PM

It's beautiful! Unique and magnificent.

TheRox · 01-21-2011, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Garduna

What is a panamera? xD
My god the FF looks fantastic!!!

????

Panamera has 4 doors, can seat a 6'3 man in the back and costs wayy less to purchase and maintain than a Ferrari

The Porsche's performance is also up there -- much better value.

Obviously Ferrari makes the best cars in the world -- Porsche is just affordable!

Chenry135 · 01-21-2011, 06:09 PM

I think it looks awful, but from the previous comments about liking the Panamera I can tell I have different taste...

Year's_End · 01-21-2011, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hks786

Quick chop of what a coupe would have looked like. From scale drawings I worked out:

- FF has shorter front overhang
- Front axle to door is exact same length
- Door is exact same length
- Wheelbase is longer
- Shorter rear overhang too.

That would be so much goddamn better than this shooting brake. It'd also be a closer successor to the 612.

TK-421 · 01-21-2011, 07:40 PM

This actually makes sense because if you're going to buy a 612 instead of a 599, you're doing it to bring three others around with you and on a vacation or drive of some sorts that needs luggage but don't want an SUV. In that sense, this is a big improvement over the 612. I'm not wording this very well at all but hopefully you get my point.

Year's_End · 01-21-2011, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TK-421

This actually makes sense because if you're going to buy a 612 instead of a 599, you're doing it to bring three others around with you and on a vacation or drive of some sorts that needs luggage but don't want an SUV. In that sense, this is a big improvement over the 612. I'm not wording this very well at all but hopefully you get my point.

I think what you're trying to say is that four normal-sized humans can fit in this without to lessons in contortion.

TK-421 · 01-21-2011, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikkahtropolis

I think what you're trying to say is that four normal-sized humans can fit in this without to lessons in contortion.

Basically. That and luggage, golf bags, etc.

Year's_End · 01-21-2011, 08:08 PM

And yet I can't even write a proper sentence.^

Garduna · 01-21-2011, 11:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheRox

????

Panamera has 4 doors, can seat a 6'3 man in the back and costs wayy less to purchase and maintain than a Ferrari

The Porsche's performance is also up there -- much better value.

Obviously Ferrari makes the best cars in the world -- Porsche is just affordable!

lol I was just kidding around. I've seen plenty of panameras in Toronto and 2 more at the Detriot autoshow last weekend.

Nutballa · 01-21-2011, 11:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boost Gomez

This thing is awesome!

+1

Turbo>NA · 01-22-2011, 03:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregTheStig

Same. That's the kind of design I was expecting from a 612 replacement.

Fuck yea, are u kidding me? Only if every automotive design was heading towards that direction. So perfect.

Los Angeles · 01-22-2011, 03:23 AM

BOOOOOO!!!

Ugly roofline.

Be gone with the hatchback!

Aside from the fact that its a hatchback, it's nice!

The hatch is a deal-breaker. *Two thumbs down.*

Quick135 · 01-22-2011, 07:33 AM

I have to admit, I was skeptical of the Panamera when I first saw it. I think most enthusiasts were. But a friend who is a realtor bought one and one go around in her Panny (lol that probably doesn't sound good) completely sold it.

I don't know if I, personally, would buy one (only because I have so many other autos on my list right now) but I certainly no longer look at the Panameras with uncertainty.

pixelblue · 01-22-2011, 10:00 AM

Not feeling it but then again haven't been feeling any of ferrari's recent designs. I think the last Ferrari I liked was the boxer. Aston Martin is doing better with their designs. They are more organic with beautiful flowing curves and a masculine stance. Just look at the one-77. stunning IMO. Btw whatever happened to the 4 door lambo estoque? Another stunning design. Such a shame they never made it

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Year's_End Lieutenant General 1138 Rep 12,444 Posts Drives: 2020 Shelby GT350 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	It's not bad but I'd really like to see it shot in something other than a studio. There are a few things bothering me: -The headlight washers taking a chunk out of the housing shape -The drop in the greenhouse at the C-pillar where the roof keeps going (it's more a problem with the roofline...wish it dropped with the greenhouse) -The sparse grille almost looks cheap with those giant plain slats -The side fender vent looks unfinished; like someone carved a hole and didn't adorn it with anything to make it look nice Love everything else about the car though. __________________ Past: '08 E92 335i\|ZPP\|ZSP\|6AT Past: '15 Mustang GT\|401A\|PP\|6MT Current: '20 Shelby GT350\|6MT
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