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Headline: Ferrari unveils hotly anticipated 640bhp Amalfi Spider convertible
Caption: Ferrari has revealed its latest open-top sports car, the Ferrari Amalfi Spider, a V8-powered high-performance convertible. The Italian carmaker says the new 2+ spider – meaning it has two main seats and two smaller rear seats. Despite being a grand tourrer, it’s no slouch, with a top speed of 320 km/h (200 mph) and reaches 100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.3 seconds. Although it’s built for speed, the famed marque says they hope the Amalfi Spider delivers a more dynamic driving experience while maintaining comfort and practicality. “With the roof down, direct contact with the road and the sensations of open-air driving become integral to the experience, without compromising everyday usability or comfort,” Ferrari said in a statement announcing the versatile convertible. The Amalfi Spider has been developed from the existing Ferrari Amalfi coupe, but redesigned to retain its proportions even with the roof removed. It uses a folding fabric soft top rather than a retractable metal roof. Ferrari says the roof can open in 13.5 seconds and can be operated while driving at speeds of up to 60km/h (around 37mph). When folded away, the roof measures just 220mm thick, helping to preserve luggage space. The boot offers 255 litres of storage with the roof closed and 172 litres when it is open. The roof itself is made from a five-layer acoustic fabric designed to provide insulation and soundproofing similar to that of a retractable hard-top system. Customers will be able to personalise the roof with a choice of fabrics and colours, including a new material called Tecnico Ottanio. Under the long sculpted bonnet sits a twin-turbocharged V8 engine producing 640 horsepower. The engine is mounted in a front-mid position, a layout designed to improve weight distribution and handling. The car features an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox, originally introduced on the Ferrari SF90 Stradale, which has been further refined to improve shift speed and smoothness. Aerodynamics also play a major role in the design. An active rear spoiler automatically adjusts according to speed and acceleration to balance stability and drag. In its most aggressive configuration, the spoiler can generate an additional 110kg of downforce at 250km/h. Inside, the Amalfi Spider adopts Ferrari’s “dual-cockpit” layout, creating separate spaces for the driver and passenger. The dashboard includes three digital displays: a 15.6-inch instrument cluster for the driver, a 10.25-inch central touchscreen for multimedia and vehicle controls, and an 8.8-inch screen for the passenger showing information such as engine revs and G-forces. Ferrari has also returned to more traditional physical buttons on the steering wheel, along with the brand’s iconic aluminium start button. Connectivity features include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, wireless smartphone charging and the MyFerrari Connect app for remote vehicle monitoring. Particular attention has been paid to comfort when driving with the roof down. A wind deflector built into the rear seat backrest can be raised electronically to reduce turbulence in the cabin. Ferrari says the system creates a “more stable bubble of comfort” for occupants, allowing them to enjoy open-top driving with less wind noise. The Prancing Horse company says the Amalfi Spider reflects its broader vision of a sporting lifestyle car – one designed not only for performance but also for everyday journeys. “The car exemplifies the Ferrari sporting lifestyle in an open-top configuration: a seamless blend of performance, elegance, driving pleasure, ease of use and versatility,” the manufacturer said.
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PersonInImage: The Ferrari Amalfi Spider.