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Geneva: 2013 Ferrari California loses weight and gains power to command more respect
Mar 7th
Filed under: Convertible, Performance, Geneva Motor Show, Europe, Ferrari
Sending a message that reinforces Ferrari’s commitment that all of its vehicles will kick serious butt, the Italian automaker has treated its under-appreciated California model to an exceptional mid-cycle refresh.
Up front, the hardtop convertible’s naturally aspirated 4.3-liter V8 has been bumped up to 490 horsepower, thanks to a tweaked ECU and a new exhaust manifold. The new power goes hand-in-hand with an updated aluminum-intensive chassis which is nearly 70 pounds lighter than last year’s model thanks to “cutting-edge aluminium fabrication techniques and construction technologies.” According to the automaker, the 0-60 sprint has dropped to just 3.8 seconds.
Other enhancements include a new optional Handling Speciale package with lightning-fast Magnetorheological dampers, stiffer springs and a quicker steering ratio. Lastly, Ferrari is offering owners a more extensive choice of colors, including two-tone finishes like the one seen here, to increase exclusive personalization (yeah, because that’s why we were all holding off on our purchases!). Be sure to check out our live gallery from the Geneva Motor Show floor, a detailed press release after the jump and a couple official images from the automaker below.
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Moto Guzzi celebrates 90 years with the California 90
Oct 8th
Filed under: Etc., Motorcycle
Moto Guzzi turns 90 this year, and for 40 of those years, the company’s California model has epitomized the Italian cruiser. Moto Guzzi is finally winding down the California nameplate, but not before celebrating it with one last special edition: the California 90. Each wears a unique orange-and-white paint scheme cowhide saddle, with a 1930s-style tank logo inspired by the original Moto Guzzi script. In addition, every California 90 will carry an identification plaque and features a comfortable cowhide saddle.
Power is supplied by the 90-degree V-Twin engine that has become synonymous with Moto Guzzi, with 74 horsepower and 69 pound-feet of torque. Despite its classic appearance, the bike features advanced braking technology in the form of dual-floating discs pressed by two four-piston Brembo calipers up front. A two-piston Brembo piece takes care of the rear.
Moto Guzzi dealers will ask a pretty penny for this special edition bike; expect to pay $15,990 plus destination. Hit the jump for the press release.
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