ONE major highlight of the improved Ferrari 599 is the previously optional carbon-ceramic brakes, which is nowstandard.Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is a two-seat coupe available in one trim level. Standard equipment includes 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels shod in performance tires, xenon headlights, an adaptive suspension system with magnetic dampers, carbon-ceramic brakes, rear parking sensors, automatic dual-zone climate control, power seats, leather upholstery and interior trim, a power-adjustable tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a navigation system and an eight-speaker Becker sound system with a CD player.The optional HGTE package (Handling Gran Turismo Evoluzione) specifies stiffer springs and a beefed-up rear antiroll bar along with revised shock-absorber calibration, a lower ride height, a unique high-performance tire compound, quicker shifts from the F1 automated-clutch manual gearbox, more immediate throttle response and a throatier exhaust note. HGTE also adds unique exterior and interior styling cues.Other options include different wheel designs, a space-saver spare tire, run-flat tires, front parking sensors, tinted rear windows, a carbon-fiber racing wheel with integrated LED shift lights, fully powered Recaro sport seats, an iPod interface, a six-CD changer and a Bose Hi Fi premium audio system.There are also innumerable exterior paint and leather colour choices, and two carbon-fiber interior trim packages.In terms of performance, the 599 GTB Fiorano is powered by a 6.0-liter V12 that sends 612-horse power and 448 pound-feet of torque to the rear wheels.Ferrari offers a traditional six-speed manual transmission as standard or a six-speed single-clutch automated manual transmission with paddle shifters as an option. Acceleration to 60 mph is said to take 3.5 seconds. Fuel economy (as if you could possibly care) is 11-mpg city/15 mpg highway and 12 mpg combined.Antilock disc brakes, stability control and traction control are standard. Notably, side and side curtain airbags are not available.Unlike supercars of old, emonds motoring expert explained that the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano offers much more than a cramped cockpit with minimal accoutrements.They added, 'The well-shaped seats are finished in premium hides, while aluminium accents enrich the ambience. Buyers can choose from a variety of extended leather or faux-suede trims to embellish things further, while those who want a taste of F1 in their road-going Ferrari can even select a carbon-fiber steering wheel with integrated LEDs that move in lockstep with engine revs.'The car's many interactive systems (such as stability control, suspension settings and F1 gearbox response) can be adjusted via a knob on the steering wheel called the manettino ' Italian for 'little manager.
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