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Maserati Quattroporte Ermenegildo Zegna Edition

The new-generation Maserati Quattroporte made its

debut at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, and now the 2013

Frankfurt Motor Show will bring us the Quattroporte

Ermenegildo Zegna Limited Edition — a concept car that

brings an "unique new look in color scheme, materials

and finish." According to Maserati, a production version

is expected to arrive in 2014.

As it name suggests, the concept was designed in

cooperation with Ermenegildo Zegna — an Italian luxury

fashion house, specialized in men’s clothing. The

concept is painted in a special finish that uses ultra-fine

aluminum pigments and simulates the fluidity and purity

of metal. For the interior, the concept adds classical

warm hues, like moka and greige — key colors in

Zegna’s latest men’s fashion collections.

Maserati wrapped the seats, door panels and roof

lining in genuine soft leather, while Zegna added a

velvet-smooth, bright fabric.

The Maserati Quattroporte Ermenegildo Zegna Limited

Edition concept car to be unveiled at the Frankfurt

Motor Show features a unique new look in color

scheme, materials and finish. The car, presented as a

limited edition concept, is intended for development

into a production version in 2014 and will maintain the

same personality and quality of the current

Quattroporte range.

Ermenegildo Zegna’s concept for the Maserati

Quattroporte limited edition is the result of a close

collaboration between two companies that are linked

by history, tradition and exclusivity.

The exterior of the Maserati Quattroporte Ermenegildo

Zegna Limited Edition concept car features a special

effect paint finish that simulates the fluidity and purity

of metal, by using ultra-fine aluminum pigments. A

gloss black primer amplifies the brilliance of the

aluminum pigments and creates a sensation of depth.

The platinum metal color effect finish is warmly

nuanced to express the car’s classic and sophisticated

yet technically advanced character.



The material and chromatic research behind the

Maserati Quattroporte Ermenegildo Zegna Limited

Edition is based on a play between the classical and the

contemporary.

A leading role in the Maserati Quattroporte Ermenegildo

Zegna Limited Edition concept car is played by its

interior. Classical warm hues like moka and greige are

re-interpreted in a modern key to emulate Zegna’s latest

men’s fashion collections, conveying a formal,

sophisticated character. Interior components such as

seats, door panels and roof lining are finished in genuine

soft leather, in addition to a velvet-smooth, bright fabric

that, due to Zegna’s vast experience and know-how,

guarantees the level of performance needed for

automotive applications.

Ferrari F40 v Ferrari F50. Chris Harris

Watch as Drive’s Chris Harris takes two automotive

legends – the Ferrari F40 and its younger sibling, the

Ferrari F50 - out on track for some tire-shredding fun.

Is the F40 as good as everyone says? Is the F50 a

letdown and not a patch on the older car?

It’s a tough gig, but someone had to go and find out.

Video link below:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MDTcXGsjuo#t=54

Räikkönen to Ferrari all But Confirmed

The F1 world is only now waiting for the

announcement.

"It's done," agreed Autosprint correspondent Alberto

Antonini.

"Kimi Raikkonen has a Ferrari contract in his pocket."

It is explosive and significant news, because - at least

on paper - Fernando Alonso alongside the Finn is

arguably the best driver duo on the grid.



"If it works, the constructors' title will be harder for us,"

Red Bull's Dr. Helmut Marko told Bild newspaper.

"Or they could tear each other apart. Wait and see," he

added.

Indeed, Spaniard Alonso has made clear his strong

desire to continue to be partnered by the Brazilian Felipe

Massa.

"I have a great respect for Felipe," he is quoted by

Brazil's Globo. "He is a great professional and works

very hard on the race weekends but also in the

simulator.

"If the team decides to keep him, I'll be happy," added

Alonso.

So it's there where the problem may lie. Having already

flirted with Red Bull, the latest rumors are linking Alonso

with a shock switch to McLaren or even Lotus.

"To be honest, we have several plans," said Lotus team

boss Eric Boullier, facing up to the prospect of probably

losing Raikkonen.

"After Ferrari fills their vacancy, our seat will be the most

coveted. So we can afford to see what happens."

The leading candidate to replace Raikkonen at Lotus is

the German Nico Hulkenberg, who put his CV in the

limelight with a top performance at Monza.

But the experienced Massa could be another option.

"Ferrari is a super team; it's difficult to find another like

it," the Ferrari driver said. "So it's important to look at

all the options."

Eric Clapton’s Epic Ferrari SP12 EC on the Road!

Most people would consider those few who own

supercars as being quite rich. However, you know

you’re on a completely different level of wealth when

instead of simply turning up to your local exotic car

dealership; you purchase a completely custom Ferrari!

And in the case of Eric Clapton, that’s what he did

when purchasing his one-off Ferrari 458 Italia based

Ferrari SP12 EC early last year. Originally Clapton

wanted a V12 to power the car in homage to one of his

favorite Ferrari models of all time, the flat-12 engined

BB 512i. However, Ferrari managed to convince the

singer songwriter of the Ferrari 458 Italia’s suitability

and the base was chosen.



The one-off Ferrari SP12 EC was recently spotted

driving in London and it’s a great thing to see the $4.7

million car out in the world on occasion!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedd

ed&v=X97Xvcf8vN4

Ferrari 458 Speciale Live Photos: 2013 Frankfurt Auto Show

The hardcore version of Ferrari’s 458 Italia, the new 458

Speciale, has just been unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt

Auto Show and we have a fresh batch of photos taken

from the official debut. The car is the spiritual successor

to the previous 430 Scuderia and the 360 Challenge that

came before that.

Key to the car’s performance is a more powerful version

of the 458’s familiar 4.5-liter V-8, which now registers at

597 horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque. Weight

has also been reduced and the electronic stability

control systems recalibrated.

One of the most innovative features of the 458

Speciale is its Side Slip angle Control system. This

constantly analyzes the car’s slip angle and compares

it with a target value based on speed, grip levels and

other metrics. It then optimizes both torque from the

engine and torque distribution between the two wheels

(via braking) to make the car easier to handle at the

limit.

The end result is a 458 that needs just 3.0 seconds to

reach 62 mph and can lap Ferrari’s Fiorano test track

quicker than any other road-going Ferrari apart from

the LaFerrari flagship and F12 Berlinetta.

By Viknesh Vijayenthiran

Formula One Italian Grand Prix Preview

This weekend is the final European race of the 2013

Formula One season and the home race for both

Ferrari and tire supplier Pirelli. We are, of course,

talking about the Italian Grand Prix at the legendary

Autodromo di Monza, located on the outskirts of Milan.



The track was built in 1922 and has hosted the Italian

GP every year since 1950, with the sole exception of

1980, when the race was held at nearby Imola.

It’s the fastest track on the calendar with an average

speed in excess of 150 mph. Additionally, cars exceed

200 mph at four different points on the lap, so the

combination of straight-line speed and braking stability is

the key for race engineers and drivers.

A single lap measures 3.6 miles, and with drivers

covering some 53 laps during the race, the total distance

of the race is about 190 miles. As always it is a

compromise in terms of setup, though lower drag than

normal is favored due to the long straights and high

track efficiency; Monza, alongside Monaco, is one of the

two races where teams will often use track-specific

aerodynamic components.

Looking at the weather forecast for the weekend,

temperatures will be hot and there is a chance of a

storm on both days. Pirelli is bringing its P Zero Orange

hard tires and P Zero White medium tires: the same

used for the previous Belgian Grand Prix.

Going into the weekend, Red Bull Racing’s Sebastian

Vettel leads the Drivers’ Championship with 197 points.

Ferrari’s Fernando Alonso is in second with 151 points

while Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes AMG is in third with

139 points. In the Constructors’ Championship, Red Bull

Racing commands 312 points versus the 235 points of

Mercedes AMG and the 218 points of Ferrari. (Viknesh

Vijayenthiran)

1962 Ferrari 250 GTE Has to Be the Coolest Police Car Ever

Long before it became a fashion for automakers to

offer supercars to police forces around the world as

part of highly publicized partnerships, Rome's police

department was using a 12-cylinder Ferrari 250 GTE.

The story of the car seems taken from a movie. At the

beginning of the 1960s, crime in Rome was kept under

control by the diligent police force of the city. To

reward the officers, Italy’s president convinced Enzo

Ferrari to supply two 1962 250 GTEs to Rome’s

mobile squad.

Powered by a 3.0-liter V12 engine, the 250 GTE had

237 horsepower, enough to keep outlaws worried.

Only one of the two cars survives to this day, after

having served for six years in the force, driven by a

policeman that impressed Enzo Ferrari so much that

he offered him a race seat.



The officer refused and continued to chase criminals

around Rome in the Pininfarina-designed Ferrari 250

GTE. He once famously went after a bad guy with the

black Ferrari down Rome's famous Spanish Steps. (Dan

Mihalascu)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9RUTjFlI_MI#t=61

Ferrari Gives Us a Glimpse of How the One Percent Spend their Time

When you own a Ferrari, it goes without saying that you

want to be seen in it and you want clear roads ahead to

drive it on. This is where Ferrari intervenes and makes

sure their most important customers get to enjoy their

sports cars by organizing parades and rallies in cities

around the world – on top of track days, of course.

The latest gathering called “Tributo Ferrari New York

2013”, was organized by Ferrari North America in the

“Big Apple”, where 65 owners and admirers of Ferrari

road cars had the opportunity to drive them on a rally

from Battery Park to Bridgehampton on the East End of

Long Island. And since it was an event for the elite, the

final destination was the Bridgehampton Polo Club.

Seeing 65 Ferraris take on the streets of New York

must have been quite a sight, but it cannot possibly

compare to actually being inside one of these cars

driving from Manhattan through Times Square, Central

Park South and over the Queensboro Bridge before

reaching Long Island. The rally included all current

Ferraris, as well as iconic models including Daytonas,

F40, 275 GTB, 250 GT Series 1 Cabriolet and Dino

246.

To thank the city of New York for hosting the rally,

Ferrari made a donation to New York Cares, an

organization that runs volunteer projects for 1,300

nonprofits, public schools and city agencies to help

people in need throughout the five boroughs. You can

look at how the event unfolded in the video below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgk9ZJu1Xy0#t=108

Maserati Fascinates Us with New Ghibli

Maserati is looking to increase its annual sales to

50,000 cars in 2015, which may be peanuts for

German premium carmakers, but it's a huge deal for



the Italian company that only delivered a little over 6,200

vehicles last year.

The only way to kick start a sales bonanza is to renew

your current portfolio and enter new segments, and

that's what Maserati has been doing with the next

generation of its Quattroporte flagship and the all-new

Ghibli mid-size sedan that will both try to woo drivers

bored with a sea of BMWs, Mercedes' and Audis on the

roads.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avCWzkNiXok#t=22

Fiat Reportedly Nearing Deal to Build New Maserati Levante SUV in Italy

First announced as a US-manufactured, Maserati-

badged Jeep Grand Cherokee with a re-skin, the

Levante has never managed to build a picture of itself in

my head. At first, it didn’t seem that interesting and

worth waiting for, sharing all those bits with its Jeep

counterpart and not being a real Maserati in that sense.

But then we got wind of a rumor that it may, in fact, be

built in Italy and share more components with the

sedans, and therefore be less Jeep-like - then the

pictures began to finally emerge.

Since it’s meant as a “Latin blend” of a BMX X6 and

Porsche Cayenne with five usable seats, we can kind-

of see how that could translate into a vehicle, with the

same qualities and family face of the other models in

the range. Now, a new report by Bloomberg reveals

through inside sources that parent-company Fiat is on

the verge of officially announcing plans to make the

Levante in Italy “as part of an investment plan for the

main Mirafiori factory, provided unions agree to

concessions such as extending layoffs.”

These layoffs are temporary, and would affect around

5,300 people who would end up staying home “for

most of the next year after an existing agreement

expires at the end of September.”

It all hinges on the Italian government's decision

whether or not to adopt reform the sector, and make

things easier for automakers in the country. Production

figures are so low, in fact, that other European nations

may overtake the Italians very soon. (Andrei Nedelea)



Ferrari's Massa gets Speeding Ticket on Way to GP

Felipe Massa was driving his Ferrari too fast.

Not on the track, but on the way to it.

Massa was given a $214 speeding ticket by Italian police

this weekend on his way to the Italian Grand Prix race

for exceeding the speed limit in his silver-colored Ferrari

458.

The Gazzetta dello Sport reports that the Brazilian was

also docked six points on his driver's license.

The ticket didn't seem to affect Massa in Sunday's race,

when he finished fourth for one of his best results this

season.

Still, Massa's contract is up at the end of this season and

speculation is swirling that Ferrari won't renew it. (AP)

Octane Icon: Ferrari 288 GTO

The Ferrari Enzo and F40 need no introduction —

they’ve virtually been canonized. There is a Ferrari

supercar, however, that travels under the radar

compared to its two aforementioned (and more

modern) brothers. To the untrained eye, the Ferrari

288 GTO (1984-1985) looks much like Magnum P.I.’s

308 GTS. But the ferocious 288 is so much more than

Robin Master’s permanent loan to the mustachioed

private eye. It was built with purpose, created to feed

Enzo Ferrari’s unquenchable racing passions in Group

B racing, a beautiful, supremely quick beast. It went to

war with the stellar Porsche 959 for the title of

performance titan of the late ’80s. To see one is to

understand the true meaning of “car lust”. The 288

GTO can actually be credited as the father of the

modern Ferrari supercar, and it is quite possibly the

finest prancing horse.



What It’s All About

Understanding the GTO’s name is paramount to

grasping its establishment in the automotive pantheon.

GTO is short for “Gran Turismo Omologato”, Italian for

Grand Touring Homologated. Homologation, derived

from the Greek “homologeo” (which means “to agree

with”), is the racing term for rules on production cars that

justify entry into a racing series. Essentially, this means

that the production car must adhere to specific race

rules on engine displacement, chassis construction,

suspension, and other aspects. These same cars must

also be street legal, and finally, a certain number of cars

must be made available for public sale. Group B racing

in 1984 specified that Ferrari must produce at least 200

cars in order to qualify for homologation.

But just as the 288′s homologation process neared

completion in 1986, tragedy struck. Two Group B

drivers, Henri Toivonen from Finland and Sergio Cresto

from the U.S., perished in their Lancia Delta S4 when

they careened off a cliff during the Tour de Corse rally in

Corsica, France. Consequently, the FIA governing body

banned the Group B supercar series.

The 288 GTO would never lay tire on a Group B

racetrack. 272 cars had been produced; all of them

went to public sale. Though the ignominious timing of

Group B’s demise destroyed any hope that the 288

would become a racing legend, the car had all the

makings of one.

Technical Rundown

The 288 carried forth part of the legendary 1960s 250

GTO’s name, but this time the car housed a 2.8-liter 8-

cylinder engine — hence the 288 marque. The 288

GTO’s styling, too, was derivative: the design theme

first appeared in 1977 on the famous Pininfarina-

designed 308 GTB. The long, flat nose, quad

rectangular driving lights, angular but smooth body,

and deep inset front spoiler made for a distinct exterior

that looked like nothing else on the road. Noticeable

styling cues from the 250 GTO were also carried over

to the 288, including triple vents aft of the rear wheels

and a more pronounced lip spoiler. Higher side mirrors

than the 308, necessary so drivers could see over the

fat rear haunches, also helped the 288 stand out from

its less capable brethren.

To fit under the hood with twin-turbochargers and

intercoolers, the GTO’s engine was mounted

longitudinally (parallel to the length of the car). Hence,

the transmission also had to be moved behind the

engine; the rear wheels and differential were located

behind the engine.



Bigger tires for better handling and power delivery

necessitated a wider body and track. The length and

wheelbase of the car were increased and front-to-rear

weight distribution improved upon. The 228′s engine was

mounted lower than 308′s, lowering the car’s center of

gravity and improving handling, and the use of

composite materials in the body and the chassis made

the car impressively light (2,552 pounds). In an

interesting example of how “hand-made” these cars

were, external dimensions weren’t initially released —

they would vary slightly from car to car.

While the 308′s engine was a 3.0 liter V8, the GTO

housed a smaller displacement 2.8 liter (2,855 cc) with

twin IHI intercooled turbochargers that boosted output.

The displacement was limited by the FIA, which

specified that if a Group B car employed turbocharging

the displacement in cubic centimeters must use a

multiplier of 1.4, giving it just under the regulation 4.0

liters at 3,977 ccs. The resultant output was impressive

for the era: a huge 400 horsepower and 366 lb-ft of

torque. 60 MPH arrived in the 4 second range; its 189

MPH top speed made it the first road going car in history

to break the 300 KPH (186 MPH) top speed mark. The

Weber-Marelli electronic injection and ignition system

was based on Ferrari’s F1 car setup and engine power

was mated to a five-speed manual transmission with an

F1-style twin-plate clutch — all managed by a beautiful

gated shifter.

Its Place in History

That the 288 GTO never saw any official track time

surely didn’t affect sales. Each of the 272 cars made

was sold. To put that into perspective, Ferrari made

1,315 F40s. Today, GTOs command upwards of $1

million — and it’s a safe bet that their value will

appreciate over time.

Five of a special racing version, called the 288 GTO

Evoluzione, were also built and boasted up to 650 hp

and a significant drop in weight (around 500 pounds)

from the standard GTO — resulting in a top speed of

225 MPH. The Evoluzione proved a direct link to the

subsequent F40 in both power and aesthetics. So

despite being barred from its intended testing ground,

the 288 GTO brought to the automotive world an

iconic homologation special that led to a superlative

supercar history for Ferrari. (Amos Kwon)



The Ferrari 458 Speciale Launch Video

The only thing better than a 458 is, of course, a lighter,

stronger and more aerodynamically efficient 458.

Toward that end, Ferrari unveiled the 458 Speciale at

Frankfurt, a successor of sorts to the Challenge Stradale

and 430 Scuderia, previous specials that, as good as

they were, wouldn't last a race on the same lap as this

one.

“This is the most powerful V8 Ferrari, never made

before,” said Ferrari chairman Luca de Montezemolo,

who still speaks much better English than we could ever

hope to speak Italian.

How big a leap is the new Speciale? The stock 458

makes “only” 562 hp and gets to 62 mph in 3.4 seconds.

The Speciale, thanks to a 14:1 compression ratio, new

intake geometry, and a higher-lift cam profile, turns out

597 hp and hits 60 in 3 seconds flat. The newly revised

engine is the most powerful naturally aspirated V8

Ferrari has ever made.

The use of lighter materials throughout the car drops

curb weight to 2,844 pounds. Improved Brembo

brakes stop the car from 62 mph in just 101.7 feet.

The Speciale's most interesting feature, though, is its

active aerodynamics. Flaps front and rear open and/or

close as the car passes 93 mph. The flaps alter air

flow to increase aerodynamic efficiency and provide

the necessary down force for different speeds. De

Montezemolo did not say if active aero will find its way

to other Ferraris, but we can assume that it will if it

behaves as promised, which it should.

“We have spent many, many hours in the wind tunnel,”

the chairman said.

Note also the small side flaps along the aft end of the

running boards, something downright Formula Uno-

looking.

No specific pricing or on-sale dates were available at

the time of the press conference, but Italian pricing

was said to be coming very soon. The Speciale will

make its way to our shores, too, but we don't yet know

exactly when. If you need us, we will be at the beach,

waiting. (Mark Vaughn)

Nice video with Active Aero!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7sOCNQ_bb60



NEW INVENTORY

1962 Ferrari 250 GTE “Garage Find”

Many of you have heard of “Barn Finds” or “Garage

Finds”! Well here is one we just located near Emory

University in Atlanta, GA.

1962 Ferrari 250 GTE

From records we believe this car to be a 2-Owner

vehicle that was originally owned by a gentleman in

Kansas. The 2nd Owner of the car purchased it from FAF

in 1994. He had not driven the car in the past 20 years,

but always intended on completing a restoration and just

never got around to it.

The previous owner has two daughters that are now in

their 20’s who were quoted as saying that they had

never seen their Dad’s garage without that car in it. The

car had become a member of their family but the father

understood that it had to go to a new owner.

The car is complete with all of the correct chrome bits

and interior trim, intact. It is a series 2 car with the

later tail lights. Ferrari of Atlanta is making the car a

running and driving automobile that; a true piece of

Ferrari history that will be available for sale as is or

fully restored.

2011 Ferrari California

2011 Ferrari California 460 Bhp V8 F1 Transmission

with Automode Duo-Color Roof in Black Diamond

Stitched Seats Diamond Stitched Rear Seat Full

Power Seats with Heat and Memory Custom

Upgraded Speakers and Amplifiers 20” Sport Diamond

Style Wheels Silver Brake Calipers Stitchings in Color-

White Carbon Fiber Center Bridge Carbon Fiber

Steering Wheel with LEDS Sold and Serviced by

Ferrari of Atlanta 678-802-5000/ Only 3,500 Miles

and priced at $204,990



2008 Ferrari F430 F1 Spider

2008 Ferrari F430 F1 Spider Nero Daytona Metallic

Black over Beige Leather Seat Piping in Black Daytona

Seats Electric Seats Challenge Style Wheels Scuderia

Fender Shields Yellow Brake Calipers Rear Challenge

Segment in Carbon Fiber Rolls Hoops in Color

Stitchings in Color-Black Black Carpets Rear Parking

Sensors Exhaust Tips in Chrome from Ferrari Yellow

Tachometer Carbon Fiber Dash Accents Carbon

Ceramic Brakes Leather Rear Shelf HiFi sound System

with Subwoofer Extremely High Option Car in a Beautiful

Color Combination Good service records/ 12K Miles

and Priced at ONLY $159,990

2007 Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT

2007 Maserati Duo-select Quattroporte GT Blue over

Grey Leather Recently Service by Maserati of Atlanta

Alloy Wheels Navigation Bose Speakers Sunroof

Infotainment System Wood Trim Remote Entry with

Alarm Automatic Headlamps Automatic Climate

control Atlanta car owned by a local Doctor/ 22K miles

and priced at $40,990



2002 Ferrari 360 F1 Spider

2002 Ferrari F360 F1 Spider Nero Black over Black

Leather 400 Bhp Dry Sump V8 F1 Transmission with

Automode Full Power Top Daytona Seats Electric Seats

Front Challenge Grills Rear Challenge Grill This F360

Spider was just serviced by Ferrari of Atlanta including

timing belt Car has been maintained in storage for years,

here in Atlanta, by a local client Vehicle is in excellent

condition Please call for details at 678-802-5000-Ferrari

of Atlanta / 3,700 Miles and priced at $110,990

2013 Ferrari California “Custom Order”

2013 Ferrari California Custom ordered Bianco Paint

over Dark Blue Leather Custom Ordered Ferrari 599

GTO Blue Stripe Aluminum Brake Calipers Carbon

Fiber Driving Zone with LEDS Carbon Fiber Upper

Area Carbon Fiber Central Bridge Cruise Control

Colored Safety Belts Central Tunnel in Leather

Armrest in Leather Dayton Style Seats Dayton Style

Rear Seats Custom Blue Dash Electrically Operated

Seats with Heat and Memory Scuderia Fender Shields

Parking Camera Front and Rear Parking Sensors

Aluminum Footrests 20 Diamond Sport Wheels

Special Stitchings Daytona Inserts in Alcantera

Colored Steering Wheel Special Features for $19,991

Very High Option Car One Owner Vehicle that was

sold by Ferrari of Atlanta when new 678-802-5000 /

959 Miles and Priced at $249,500



2005 Ferrari F430 F1

2005 Ferrari F430 F1 Coupe One Owner car that was

Sold and Serviced by Ferrari of Atlanta Mirabeau Blue

over Beige Leather Blue Carpets Bluetooth Prep for

Phones Carbon Ceramic Brakes 6 Disc CD Changer

Electrically Operated Seats Handly Fire Extinguisher

Yellow Tachometer Scuderia Fender Shields Carbon

Fiber Dash Accents Space Saver Wheel Kit 3M

Protective Film for Nose Excellent condition Call for

Details at 678-802-5000/ 7,600 miles and priced at

$132,990

2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4 Lease

Special

$1,399 a Month!

*2014 Quattroporte S Q4 nicely equipped. All prices exclude any

government fees or taxes, titling and registration fees, any finance

charges, fees or taxes, and a $578.40 Pre-Delivery Service Charge.

Prices may include rebates and incentives that are dependent upon

payment or purchase method. All prices, specifications, and

availability are subject to change without notice. Contact dealer for

more information. Monthly payments total $50,364 for 36 months

with a purchase option of $54,004 at end of lease. Rates are for

excellent credit tier level only. Program available to qualified

customers and not everyone will qualify. Subject to credit approval.

Lessee must cover insurance and maintenance. At lease end,

lessee will be liable for disposition fee ($395.00), any excess wear

and use as set forth in the lease agreement and excess mileage

charges of $0.60 per mile for miles driven in excess of 30,000 miles.

Lessee acquires no ownership interest unless purchase option is

exercised.

Call Maserati of Atlanta for Details and Inventory Questions at

678-802-5000



2013 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible

$30,000 Discount from MSRP

2013 Maserati Gran Turismo Convertible 4.7 Liter V8

Nero over Cuoio Leather High Gloss Interior Accents

Dashboard in Color 20 Neptune Wheels in Mercury

Color Stitching in Color Windstop Wooden Wheel

Navigation Infotainment System Bose Speakers

Homelink Red Brake Calipers Full Power Seats with

memory and Heat/ Take advantage of our end of model

year sale! Original MSRP of $149,365

2013 Maserati GranTurismo Model Year Sell Down Event

Maserati of Atlanta has 2 remaining 2013 New

Gran Turismo Sports in stock at $21,000

Discounts from MSRP! Come take advantage of

these great prices and attractive lease rates before

Maserati North America’s Program ends!



AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Data Acquisition Basics

I'm sure everyone reading this knows about data

systems. We've all seen it in other people's cars, maybe

we have one, and have watched the cool traces on TV in

all the racing series showing a driver's throttle or brake

application and speed. If you are a fan of F1, ALMS,

Grand Am, or one of the other big race series, you've

seen the pit boxes full of computers, monitors, and a

myriad of race engineers.

While much of that may seem out of reach for a club

racer or track day person, it's amazing how much the

basics of the super systems match what we need on a

club level. While the professional systems may record

many more car parameters, they always record the

same basics that club level drivers record. The systems

for club level drivers now start at around $400 - less than

a set of tires!

When I started working with data, I had a very basic

system that ran off a GPS signal. I could record lateral

and longitudinal g-force, speed, and my driven line by

way of GPS. That was enough feedback that I made

significant gains in my braking and turn-in, which

made definite changes in my lap times. At my home

track, I was able to gain 2 seconds on a 1:20 track!

The software allowed me to add a few math channels,

where I was able to do things like combine lateral and

longitudinal g-forces into a Combine G (or G Sum) to

actually quantify some of these things. Even with that,

I was only looking at how fast was I going (speeds at

the end of straights), how hard was I getting on the

brakes (negative longitudinal G Force), and how hard

was I cornering (lateral G Force).

I upgraded from that system to an all-out system that

included all the old stuff, but added steering sensors,

brake pressure, throttle position, RPM, gear position,

individual wheel speeds, shock position, and every

engine-related measurement possible (including

multiple temps, pressures, positions, and more). Then,

in doing math channels (using my old algebra, trig,

and calculus skills), I was able to figure out all sorts of

new things like ride heights, braking aggression, front

and rear roll rates, and many more complicated things.

With all of this data, I started spending much more

time trying to figure it all out. I would look at what I did

driving and then what the car did, trying to picture

everything that was happening. While it's nice to know

what position the steering was in when you came off

the brakes, or when you got to full throttle coming out

of a corner, the basics still apply. Even with 30+

channels of data, I've reverted to starting my analysis

with the essentials.



To have a quick lap, you have to drive fast. That is why

the speed channel is by far the most important. The

speed trace is where the analysis starts and eventually

stops. In general, when you look at your speed trace, it

should rise as you go down the straight and then fall

very quickly when you hit the brakes. It should look like a

cliff, not a rolling hill.

Then, check out your longitudinal G Forces. When you

hit the brakes, it should be just the opposite of the speed

trace. You apply the brakes hard and quickly, with a very

fast rise in longitudinal G Force. After the initial

application, you should smoothly trail off the brakes and

create a nice sloping graph.

Moving to your lateral G graph, in any trail braking

corner you should see some overlap between the

longitudinal G forces and the buildup of lateral G force

as you start to turn in to the corner while trail braking.

This is very easy to see if your software has or can

make a G-G graph. This helps to identify if you are

braking and then turning, or blending the two together to

fill out the traction circle.

These four fundamental things - speed, how you lift off

the gas, how and when you brake, and when you start to

turn - make up the basics that you have to get right

before all the fine details come into play. Having a data

system in the car with you, recording what you're

actually doing will help you immensely. Also, boiling

down all of the data analysis into a couple of small

things make it much easier to do trackside in between

sessions so you can act on it right away.

The final item is to always turn your data system on

and record your data! You will be amazed at the

brilliance you'll display when you're not trying to drive

hard. At one track, my best lap came when I went out

to scrub a set of tires! At another track it was right

before I decided to end a practice session early. You

don't want to miss these sessions because you didn't

turn the system on. Now, get out there and see if you

are nailing the basics. (Matt Romanowski)



GADGETS

Container Storage Cabinets

We’ve always been enthralled with shipping containers.

Whether it’s getting hot cars off the dock, or building

underground bunkers, or having secret meetings,

something about the durability, functionality and

simplicity of the storage device just feels cool. Made just

released an entire collection of furniture based on

shipping containers. The Container Storage Collection

includes a Side Table (one shelf, perfect for a

nightstand), Small Cabinet (one shelf, looks like a

footlocker), and a Tall Cabinet (two shelves, like a

dresser) all made of iron and available in blue, gray and

yellow. Starting at $217.

Barbour Steve McQueen Rexton Jacket

The International Six Days Trial is one of the oldest off

road motorcycle events in the world. It’s been held for

close to a century, and has since been renamed the

International Six Days Enduro. Most commonly, it’s

referred to as the “Olympics of Motorcycling.” Cool

history, but what’s the point? In 1964, when the Iron

Curtain was still up, Steve McQueen rode through

Erfurt, East Germany on a 650 Triumph for the US

Team. He got sideswiped and thrown from his bike

until he smashed his face on a rock and ripped the

skin off his knees. Barbour’s Steve McQueen Rexton

is a distressed 8oz heavyweight wax jacket inspired by

the original A7 that McQueen wore during that race.



An American flag lining, original international label and

ISDT team badge round out the details. Did the original

A7 save McQueen’s life? Probably not. But this jacket

still looks damn good, and it comes with a history lesson.

$800

Sherpa 50 Solar Recharging Kit by Adorama

The Goal Zero Sherpa 50 Solar Recharging Kit includes

the innovative Sherpa 50 power pack and the potent

Nomad 13 solar panel. This solar charger kit is easy to

pack, light to carry and expandable to fit your charging

needs. The Goal Zero Sherpa 50 recharging kit keeps all

your electronics running while you're on-the-go. Charge

lithium battery from wall, car, or sun. Small, lightweight

and packed with enough power for laptop, camera, video

and DVD player, the Goal Zero Sherpa 50 solar

recharging kit will keep you and your gear moving all day

long. $349

CG Lock Seat Belt Performance Add-On

■The CG-Lock clamps to the tongue of your daily

driver's existing 3-point, factory installed seat belt.

■Turn your factory seat belt into a performance

driving advantage.

■Attaches to most standard factory installed 3-point

seat belts in minutes.

■Lower your lap or run times or your money back.

The CG-Lock gives you about 80% of the holding

power of a full race harness.

Question: Why do people even use a harness?



Answer: So they don't need to "hang on" when driving

hard...they can keep their feet light on the pedals and

their hands light on the wheel for better driving control,

faster reactions, and less fatigue.

Unfortunately, most of us do our auto-crossing in our

daily drivers with standard three-point automotive seat

belts, not racing harnesses. Once the CG-Lock is

installed, you pull up on the shoulder harness of your

seat belt, and the lap belt portion gets "racing harness

tight" and stays as tight as you want until you release it!

Simple, But what a difference it makes.

Improves the performance of the DRIVER, not the car!

Your hips are your body's center of gravity. Tightly held

hips provide the first two of the three benefits of a full

harness as described above. As for the 3rd benefit-

increased safety- the CG-Lock is not sold as a safety

device, but it has been designed and fully tested to not

interfere with a seat belt's safety.

Once installed, pulling up on the shoulder belt tightens

the lap belt portion "racing harness tight" - keeping it as

tight as you want until you release it. The shoulder

harness remains unrestrained as normal for maximum

arm and upper body movement. By providing you with

about 80% of the holding power of a full racing harness,

the CG-Lock (the "CG" stands for "Center of Gravity")

prevents you from sliding in your seat.

The CG-Lock lets you keep your feet and hands light

on the pedals and wheel resulting in better control,

faster reactions, and less fatigue.

Becoming "one with the vehicle" helps you feel the

road and the car's balance, enhancing your driving

abilities. $59.95

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EVENTS

Coppa Costa

September 27th—29th, 2013

Its time to get in early and book your accommodations

for the inaugural Coppa Costa to be held on the

Weekend of Friday September 27th 2013 to Sunday

September 29th, 2013 in Savannah Georgia!



The FCA South East Region have secured the Four

Points in downtown Savannah as the host hotel for

the event. Located conveniently in the historic district on

MLK Boulevard, the Four Point is close

to all the wonderful sites that Savannah has to offer you

for the weekend.

The special FCA group rate is $119 per night for a King

Room (plus taxes) and includes a full hot buffet

Breakfast in our own private dining room and valet (or

self-parking should you so desire) in their secure

Underground parking facility. You can book directly by

going on their website (www.fourpoints.com/ Savannah)

and using the SET/Corporate Code of 392062 or by

calling the Four Points directly on (912) 790 1000.

On a final note, information on early bird registration and

program for will be issued in June

2013.

Please contact the Tennessee Chapter’s Vice President David Cecchele for more Information at [email protected]

Platinum Sponsor

46th Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival

http://www.fordowners.org/



NOPI NATIONALS

The NOPI NATIONALS is coming up September 21-22

to the Atlanta Dragway. We are well on our way to

bringing the NOPI NATIONALS back to being the largest

New Generation Automotive event in the country. We

have TV, radio, magazine, and massive web promotions

going on and response so far has been tremendous.

NOPI NATIONALS Supershow September 21 and 22,

2013 EVENT PAGE

https://www.facebook.com/#!/events/100772933460464/

?fref=ts

The EURO is a 3-day automotive event that brings

together European Car enthusiasts to display,

celebrate and share special stories about the great car

marques of Europe. Now in it's 18th year, the Festival

is expanding to feature the popular car show, driving

events, special exhibits, specialty merchants and

expanded driving tours for all participants.

The "EURO Auto Festival" (called "EURO" by it's

followers) was established to promote appreciation for

vintage, classic and antique European vehicles. Each

year attracts entries from throughout the United

States, Canada, and England, with a featured marque

usually celebrating an important milestone.

The "EURO Auto Festival" will again be held at the

beautiful museum grounds of the BMW Zentrum

located next to the BMW Manufacturing Company

plant, conveniently along Interstate 85 between

Greenville and Spartanburg, South Carolina.

The 2013 event will present Ferrari as the featured

marque. We are expecting over 50 Ferraris

representing all years and models to be present at the

event. We will also be recognizing these important

milestones in European automotive history: 25 years

of the BMW M3 in the United States, 50 years of the

Porsche 911 and 100 years of Aston Martin. Make

plans to share the experience of 400 of Europe's finest

on display on the lawns of the BMW Zentrum.

http://euroautofestival.com/



Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta

The Petit Le Mans (French for little Le Mans) is a sports

car endurance race held annually at Road Atlanta in

Braselton, Georgia, USA. It uses the rules established

for the 24 hours of Le Mans by the Automobile Club de

l'Ouest (ACO), which are slightly modified if necessary,

mainly to allow additional cars to compete.

The race was founded by Road Atlanta owner Don

Panoz and first run on October 10, 1998 as part of the

IMSA season. The 1999 edition was one of the original

events of the American Le Mans Series. This year will

mark the 2nd Annual Intercontinental Le Mans Cup,

which connects the races in North America, Europe and

Asia.

The Petit Le Mans covers a maximum of 1,000 miles

(1,600 km) (which is approximately 394 laps) or a

maximum of 10 hours, whichever comes first; only once,

in the rain-stopped 2009 race, has the leading team

failed to complete 1,000 miles (1,600 km).

In addition to the overall race, teams of two or three

drivers per car compete for class victories in four

different classes of cars, two for Le Mans prototypes

and two for grand touring cars. Class winners of this

event receive an automatic invitation to the following

year's 24 Hours of Le Mans.

October 16th through the 19th, 2013

Ticket information at:

http://www.roadatlanta.com/ev_petit_tix.lasso

The 2013 Atlanta's 17th Annual Italian Car

Day

Atlanta’s Italian Car Day celebrates 17 years of Italian

automotive style; exhibiting private collections of the

finest exotic Italian cars at Lillian Webb Park, 5

College Street in historic downtown Norcross, GA. The

event includes the car show, marque awards, a raffle

and silent auction. New dealer cars and merchandise

will be on display to add excitement & opportunity for

supporting vendors.



Saturday, October 12th, 10 AM to 3 PM, (Show cars

should arrive before 10AM)

Downtown Historic Norcross, GA at Lillian Webb Park,

northeast Atlanta.

Show vehicle registration $25 at gate, spectator

admission free, lunch on own at several restaurants on

the square.

Dessert reception at Landmark Fiat of Atlanta from 3 PM

to 5 PM.

http://www.panteraplace.com/page189.htm

White Columns Country Club Car Show

It is my pleasure to extend a formal invitation to you to

participate in the 2nd Annual Car and Bike Show on

Sunday, October 20th, 2013 at White Columns Country

Club. Thanks to your support, our first show was a huge

success and we expect this year to be bigger and better.

Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of food,

music and motors. We will also have inflatables for the

kids.

If you would like to exhibit your NEW or CLASSIC car

or motorcycle, please email me the following

information:

(1) NAME

(2) PHONE NUMBER

(3) CAR OR MOTORCYLE YEAR /MAKE / MODEL

*Multiple entries are welcome!

Once you register, I will provide you with additional

information for the event.

We are looking forward to making this a great event

and hope to reach out to as many people as possible.

If you now anyone who likes to showcase their ride

and would be interested in participating, please

forward this email.

Warm Regards,

Kelly Davis

Activities Director

White Columns Country Club

300 Clubhouse Drive

Milton, GA 30004

678-893-7534

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