Ferrari 612 GTC

[Fabio Ferrari]

This is what I imangine the 612 GTC to look like if Ferrari were to build such a car. I combined looks of the 360 GTC and 575 GTC, Please tell me what you think. I put alot of time and effort into this Chop, so please if you think I deserve the Reputaition points please add to it.

[DasModell]

hmm . it doesn't look bad . but the 612 . altough a Ferrari . is not a racing car :D

[SPHFerrari]

good start, but there are some problems. the vents dont blend very well, the roof scoop is at a strange angle, and the 612 is front engined, the rims are flat, and the wing is at a weird angle.

[Fabio Ferrari]

I would like to know exactly what you meant by the 612 is front engined, do you think I didnt know that, The 575 is front engine and Ferrari made 575 GTC, I think you do not know what you are talking about. I know more than anyone about Ferrari.

[@wall]

I know more than anyone about Ferrari.

bold statement!!! :p

werty, other ferrari lovers any comments?

[SPHFerrari]

so where does the roof scoop lead?

[Fabio Ferrari]

Yes now I do understand what you meant by the 612 being a front engined automobile, altough the 575 GTC has a Roof Scoop, and it is front engined, I believe the purpose of the this is to cool the driver. I did feel offended by what you had previously said, so I may have over reacted, but I do stick to my word.

[Mustang]

so where does the roof scoop lead?

good point but it could be like WRC cars they are front engined still have roof scoops to get air into the cabbin i think, they arent just for getting cool air to the engine

his chop doesnt have a roof scoop :confused:

[Fabio Ferrari]

My chop used to have a roof scoop, but I decided to remove it, after I had a second look at it. Ya Mustang you are right, thats what I thaught, Roof Scoops are made for cooling the engine but are also for Cooling the driver, all Rally Cars are front engine and have Roof Scoops.

[Ferrari Tifosi]

Not a bad chop, but as stated before, its pretty bold to say "I know more about Ferrari" or anything for that matter. Here's a little test of your knowledge (We'll go on the honor system to say that you won't look up the answer).

When was Scuderia Ferrari founded?

[Fabio Ferrari]

The Scuderia was founded in 1939 by Enzo Ferrari, after he decided to leave Alpha Romeo and begin a team of his own, Originally Enzo Ferrari had only intended on building Formula 1 cars, but he was forced into the world of GT cars to make some money. Tell me do you know where the legenedary Prancing Horse emblem originated.

[SPHFerrari]

ok, ok. i had never noticed the scoop on the 575gtc. i hadnt thought of the cooling the cabin.

[whiteballz]

even i know that the symbol was of a italian flying ACE at an air base near enzo's home!! (cant remember his name though). the ace eventually died although he was the best italian pilot at the time. :)

[Fabio Ferrari]

well done whiteballz, that is correct, he was Enzo's Best Friend, and he always flew planes with a prancing horse on the side of the plane, and he died in World War 2 so Enzo Ferrari made this Prancing Horse his logo, in memory of his friend.

[UK CARS]

If you want to know all about Enzo and his buddy's, .........
Go to Miscellaneous, and first on the list should be "Enzo Ferrari Story" (http://www.sleepy-fish.com/other_veh.htm)
:) :) :) :) :) :)

[DasModell]

guys . just chop . forget the tests .. cause i'm the ultimate Ferrari fan :) .. just joking :D

[Ferrari Tifosi]

The Scuderia was founded in 1939 by Enzo Ferrari, after he decided to leave Alpha Romeo and begin a team of his own, Originally Enzo Ferrari had only intended on building Formula 1 cars, but he was forced into the world of GT cars to make some money. Tell me do you know where the legenedary Prancing Horse emblem originated.

Actually that's incorrect, Scuderia Ferrari was founded in 1929, when Enzo was still with Alfa Romeo. Check out some old Alfa Romeo race cars, and you'll see the trademark prancing horse with the letters S F bellow it.

[Fabio Ferrari]

No my friend you are incorrect, the prancing horse was the logo of Enzo Ferrari and he put it on everything he raced, He drove for Alfa Romeo, the S F on the badge mean Scuderia Ferrari, which is Italian meaning Ferrari Stable, or in modern terms Ferrari Garage, this meant it was Enzo Ferrari's car but not his team, Alfa Romeo did not have anything to do with the Ferrari make. Enzo Ferrari did not start the Ferrari Brand untill 1939 when he formed his own team called Scuderia Ferrari, this is when the team was founded. I think you are confused, and thaught that that Ferrari was simply a body supplyer and Alfa Romeo made the engines, but this is incorrect, Alfa Romeo made everything, and it was not untill 1939 when Enzo Ferrari First built a body and engine.

[Ferrari Tifosi]

Yes, Ferrari didn't build cars until 1939, however I'm talking about the racing team ~ Scuderia Ferrari, which was started in 1929. Here check out this link http://www.histomobile.com/histomob/presmark.asp?chat=13&lan=2

[Fabio Ferrari]

No I am sorry but this information is also incorrect, and I was not talking about the Road Cars, the Road Cars were first built in the 1950's the 166 Inter was the first road car. I have read on a wall at the Galleria Ferrari in Maranello, that the Ferrari was founded in 1939, I stick to my word because it is correct. I would also like to tell you that Enzo Ferrari raced with the Prancing horse in the early 1910's this is when it first appeared on one his formula 1 cars, and this as you know was not a Ferrari it was an Alfa Romeo, I am a very proud Italian and Ferrari fan and I will continue arguing that I am correct. But I well let you think what you want to think, it does not matter to me.

[SPHFerrari]

hey fabio, do u think you could post your proof of ownership in users rides for your ferrari.

btw, your very forcefull and rude in your posts imo.

[Fabio Ferrari]

Hello, I am very sorry if I have been rude or forcefull, it is just that I am very passionate about Ferrari and Everything Italian, I did not mean to be rude at all, for those who I offended, I am sorry, and look for forgiveness. SPHFerrari I would like to know how you know I own a Ferrari, I would be happy to post pictures of my car, if so please tell me too.

[Fabio Ferrari]

I would also just like to say that I respect all of you alot, because your are all Ferrari Tifosi, so please lets stay on each others good side, because Ferrari is the best.

Forza Ferrari

[Matra et Alpine]

I would also like to tell you that Enzo Ferrari raced with the Prancing horse in the early 1910's
It was toward the end of 1919 before Enzo raced in a CMN.

The Cavallino Rampante ( prancing horse ) was used by the Italian WW1 pilot Major Francesco Baracca as insignia on his plane in the early 10s through to his death in 1981. From the Ferrari history books a quote ...
Mr. Ferrari further indicated that the symbol
of the prancing pony was given to him by Contessa Paolina, Baracca's
mother, to "bring him luck". Ferrari accepted and only changed Baracca's
background to yellow to indicate Modena, his own home city."

Minor clarification of a great man and marque :)

[SPHFerrari]

umm, yea... you sorta told everyone in your profile.

My car:
Ferrari 365 GTB/4 - Rosso Corso

[Fabio Ferrari]

Matra et Alpine was correct, he hit it right on the head, good job. I did not know that there was someone here that was knowledgeable about Ferrari, you will have to add me to your MSN Messenger Matra et Alpine. Well SPHFerrari I will post a few pictures for you of my Ferrari. Hope you enjoy.

[AKlingel]

Fabio... I must say... your Ferrari is beautiful. Ferrari 365 GTB/4...... :eek:

Of course... that is simply keeping with the tradition of all Ferraris... beautiful... powerful... and timeless. (not to mention... that gorgeous red :D )

[Ferrari Tifosi]

No I am sorry but this information is also incorrect, and I was not talking about the Road Cars, the Road Cars were first built in the 1950's the 166 Inter was the first road car. I have read on a wall at the Galleria Ferrari in Maranello, that the Ferrari was founded in 1939, I stick to my word because it is correct. I would also like to tell you that Enzo Ferrari raced with the Prancing horse in the early 1910's this is when it first appeared on one his formula 1 cars, and this as you know was not a Ferrari it was an Alfa Romeo, I am a very proud Italian and Ferrari fan and I will continue arguing that I am correct. But I well let you think what you want to think, it does not matter to me.

Small little correction, there was no Formula one in the 1910's. Just thought I'd let ya know. :) However, I could be wrong on the information, website could be wrong. However it would be nice if you could back up your claims with proof.

[Fabio Ferrari]

Everything I know is in my head I dont have any proof lol, I wish I was able to back them up but I cant. I have read all Ferrari Literature and this is what I know.

[Ferrari Tifosi]

Ok, not trying to sound like an a**hole or anything, but as my user name indicates I am a huge Ferrari fan as well. However I'm only 19 and continuing to learn more about everyday. By the way, what literature have you read, and do you know if this literature is available in the US.

Thank you

[Spastik_Roach]

Your Ferrari is gorgeous!! From now on if anyone disses you i'm going to say "Shut up he owns a Ferrari" :D :D

[andy.muc]

This is something for all you Ferrari-Pros.
http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/forum/showthread.php?p=100567#post100567

[Fabio Ferrari]

I know you are a Ferrari Tifosi, jus like your names states, and I like anyone who is a Fan, I respect all people who say they like Ferrari, and to me there is nothing better than a Prancing Horse. As for the Literature I that I have read, I have read Books Published by Ferrari in Italian and English some of them are "50 anni Deluxe" "Opera Omnia 1946 - 2002" "Ferrari L'unico Ed. speciale" all of these I have read in Italian but I know for a fact they are available in English as well, because I used to live in Canada, I am sure they are available in the US at your local Ferrari Dealership. Now I would like to tel you that I am 24 and I am also still learning, I have payed many visits to the Ferrari Factory and Galleria in Maranello and I always know what is new at Ferrari. I would also I moved back to Italy when I was 19, and the Ferrari that I own was given to me by my uncle before he passed away. well I hope this answered all of your questions, and I jus want everyone to know I am not as arrogant as I may sound on here at times.

Ciao

[Ferrari Tifosi]

Thanks for the information, I make a trip to the Ferrari dealership this weekend, its only right down the road. By the way the 365 is absolutely beautiful.

[Fabio Ferrari]

Thank You very much. I love it, I see alot of heads turning when I drive it, I do not not drive it often maybe 4 or 5 times a month thats it. But I love the car alot.

[slk99]

This is what I imangine the 612 GTC to look like if Ferrari were to build such a car. I combined looks of the 360 GTC and 575 GTC, Please tell me what you think. I put alot of time and effort into this Chop, so please if you think I deserve the Reputaition points please add to it.

nice concept