SPY VIDEO: Ferrari 612 Scaglietti Test Mule Filmed Revving it up at the Fiorano Circuit

What is believed to be a test mule of the next Ferrari 612 Scaglietti using the current model's sheet metal as camouflage, was spied doing the rounds at the Italian firm's Fiorano race track near Maranello. From what we know up until now, the 612 Scaglietti's replacement is due in showrooms by early 2012 and will benefit from a lighter chassis and a revised V12 engine with direct-injection.

Though not confirmed, there's also the possibility the new four-seater supercar may adopt the gasoline-hybrid technology Ferrari unveiled in the 599 GTB Fiorano HY-KERS concept at the Geneva auto show earlier this year.

The system, which is derived from the kinetic energy recovery tech Ferrari used in Formula One, comprises of an electric motor coupled to the rear of the dual-clutch 7-speed F1 transmission and a set of lithium-ion batteries, to boost fuel economy and cut CO2 emissions by around 35 percent.

Via: Autoblog.nl

Novitec Rosso Does the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti

German tuning company Novitec Rosso has no problem whatsoever about putting its own mark on Ferrari's supercars. Its most recent offering is a new customization package with performance and cosmetic upgrades for Maranello's 612 Scaglietti.

The cornerstone of Novitec Rosso's program for the 2+2 seat grand tourer are a power increase and an even sportier exhaust note. The Ferrari's 5.7-liter V12 engine gets revamped electronics and a custom stainless-steel high-performance exhaust system with four 90mm tail pipes resulting in a boost in output to 565HP at 7,290 rpm and 609Nm or 449.2 lb-ft of peak torque.

Novitec Rosso says 0-100km/h (62mph) acceleration takes less 3.9 seconds, with top speed nudged to more than 325 km/h (202mph+).

The package also includes new 20-inch alloy wheels with Pirelli P Zero 275/30 ZR20 tires at the front and 21-inch rims shod in 355/25 R 21 P-Zero rubber at the back.

The Italian supercar's looks can be further enhanced with a black lamp set that comprises the four round taillights, the reflectors and the side markers, while interior upgrades include a variety of flat-bottom steering wheels, tailor made seats and leather trims.

Ferrari 612 Scaglietti Project Desert Storm

What is das? Das is a Ferrari 612 Scaglietti finished in a desert camouflage theme -most likely a 3M plastic wrap- that was snapped 'hiding' somewhere in Germany. It was a difficult task, but the photographer managed to distinguish it from the background clutter using a special military camera borrowed from Collin Powell's toy box. Rumor has it that the owner of the Prancing Horse model chose the particular chocolate-chip camouflage, to evade detection from the parking authorities.

Via: Ferrarichat

Giugiaro's One-Off Ferrari GG50 Spotted in Monaco

It's simply amazing what you can discover around the streets of Monaco. But then again, where else would you imagine that a one-of-a-kind model such as the Ferrari GG50 would be parked on the road like any other plebian vehicle other than Monaco? For those with a week memory, the Ferrari GG50 that was spotted by the folks over at Autogespot was created by Italdesign's Giorgetto Giugiaro as a present for himself in celebration of his fifty years in the automobile design industry. From what we know, the vehicles still belongs to the Giugiaro family.

The GG50, which is based on the platform and mechanicals of the 612 Scaglietti, made its world premiere at the 2005 Tokyo Auto Show. While retaining the Scaglietti's wheelbase at 2,950mm, the Ferrari GG50 spans 4,810mm in length, meaning its 90mm or about four inches shorter than the model it is based upon. It can accommodate four passengers in a 2+2 seating layout in which case it offers a loading capacity of 270 liters. With the rear seatbacks folded down, it's loading capacity increases to 500 liters.

Power comes from the same V12 engine as the Scaglietti that produces an output of 540HP at 7,200 rpm from a displacement of 5,748cc (5.7-liters) and is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.

As for the design? Let's just say that we've seen better from Giugaro in his 50-year long career as a designer.

Via: Autogespot

Ferrari Delivers 1000th Car in Hong Kong on Junk Ship

To mark the occasion of the delivery of its 1000th car in Hong Kong, Ferrari organized a special ceremony at the Victoria Harbor yesterday (March 10, 2009). In what is believed to be a 'first' for any automotive company in Hong Kong, Ferrari presented the new 612 Scaglietti 'One-To-One' to its Hong Kong owner, Mr Didier Li, on board 'Huan', a Chinese Junk ship - for the record, that's how these sailling vessels are called.

True to its elitist nature, Ferrari summoned more than 65 international media from Hong Kong, Macau and the adjacent markets to report the event. The Italian firm delivered its first model to a Hong Kong customer in the early 1960's. In 2008, Ferrari sold 115 cars in Hong Kong. That's compared to 433 cars delivered to clients in Japan the same period, an increase of 15%, while more than 200 cars were delivered in China for the first time, an increase of 20% on 2007 to 212 units.

Geneva: Ferrari’s One-to-One Personalization Program

At the Geneva Motor Show, Ferrari launched its new “One-to-One Personalisation Program” that allows buyers to fully customize their car by choosing details and materials they want in consultation with the Italian carmaker’s experts. The personalization program was inaugurated in Geneva with the 612 Scaglietti. Ferrari recreated a compact version of the real atelier (due to be officially opened in Maranello in the near future) on the company’s stand.

To underscore the flexibility of the personalization options available for the 612 Scaglietti, Ferrari exhibited at Geneva a version which has been inspired, right down to its perforated leather Daytona seats, by the classic 365 GTB4 which stands alongside it. -More images after the jump