NOVITEC ROSSO Ferrari 458 Speciale Adds 40HP and ICONEL Exhaust for Maximum Supercar Thrills/Chills

 

Wow! Did you watch the video above! The first ten seconds will shave you shaking with delight.

You might be some of the first people to see this all-new machine from Germany’s Novitec Rosso – the legendary upfitter’s Ferrari division.

The video definitely highlights the pings and zings of the titanium-alloy ICONEL exhaust system, and it is truly one of the world’s best. That is why the US Alfa 4C is rumored to have it as standard.

But this is no four-banger, and not even a turbo.

Naturally-aspirated Maranello V8 joy.

All the way to a sky-high redline of 9,250-RPM via the custom engine upgrades. Available in four Stages of tune – the Stage 2 cranks out 536 horsepower versus the factory 459 Speciale’s 597 – an increase of 39 ponies right in the meaty upper rev band.

Torque stays solid, but that exhaust will make it feel like 200 extra horsepower when the car is on-cam and racing away from anything else you might duel against.

NOVITEC groups their four key competencies into four general groupings, which is easy and convenient. Below are the major 458 Speciale upgrade categories, and line items from within those groups.

Definitely, definitely, definitely.

A great way to feel the rush and be just a few ticks quicker than your buddy’s 458 Speciale… and far more exotic in feel outside, inside, and to the ears. The interior is nice to touch too, and the 21-inch rubber on the Forged alloys smells like sweet victory.

My must-have items from the below would start with the ICONEL exhaust, black tips, and the remote-operated controls for the sound flaps. These come in a few types: the manettino-mounted button is probably the coolest.

All these parts can be shipped worldwide, and installed with the help of the NOVITEC experts in your area.

The company has some amazing models this year — all configurable via their better-than-some-OEMs interactive car customizer tool.

http://www.novitecgroup.com/rosso/en/458speciale/configurator/index.php

 

Official Details below from NOVITEC ROSSO.

 

NOVITEC ROSSO refines the Ferrari 458 Speciale

Carbon fiber, power, sound, and high-tech forged rims

 Carbon fiber, power, sound, and high-tech forged rims: these are the four vital cornerstones of the exclusive NOVITEC ROSSO refinement program for the new Ferrari 458 Speciale.

 Tailor-made genuine carbon-fiber body components were developed in the wind tunnel to give the lightweight-construction sports car an even more thrilling appearance.

With a power increase to 468 kW / 636 hp, NOVITEC ROSSO propels the two-seater to a new top speed in excess of 330 km/h. The high-performance exhaust system made of INCONEL, a material used in Formula 1 racing, not only optimizes the power output and sound, but also saves weight compared with the production model.

Tailor-made 21-inch NOVITEC ROSSO forged wheels, a modified suspension with front lift feature, and exclusive interior options round off the upgrade for the Italian sports car.

 

 About NOVITEC Group

 

The NOVITEC Group is one of the most respected and experienced companies in the industry.  Since the beginning in 1989, the entrepreneurial vision and creativity of Wolfgang Hagedorn has evolved into what is now known throughout the world as NOVITEC. From the beginning, the focus of NOVITEC has been the Italian Sports Car.

The extensive NOVITEC program is characterized by the highest quality products, precision and craftsmanship.

Today, a NOVITEC refined super sports car is one of performance and outstanding design which carries an excellent reputation throughout the world.

NOVITEC, from its headquarters in Stetten, Germany, manages a skilled team with unsurpassed commitment and professionalism for the NOVITEC customers and partners worldwide.

458 Speciale Catalog – ENGINE AND EXHAUST

 

NOVITEC POWER STAGE 1

article no. F1 458 60

 

consisting of an new adjusted engine electronic with modified group of curves and a higher cut-off speed to 9.250 rpm (thereby a higher V-max), INCONEL exhaust- manifolds, INCONEL exhaust system without flap-regulation including NOVITEC tailpipes as well as cat-replacement pipes
weight-reduction: 21 kg

optional exhaust system with flap-regulation and switching of the exhaust-flaps at the Manettino in the steering wheel
article no. F1 458 KL

performance: 468 kW (636 hp) at 9.250 rpm
Max. torque: 572 Nm at 5.550 rpm
Vmax: + 5 km/h

NOVITEC POWER STAGE 2

article no. F1 458 61

 

consisting of an new adjusted engine electronic with modified group of curves and a higher cut-off speed to 9.250 rpm (thereby a higher V-max), INCONEL exhaust manifolds, stainless-steel exhaust system without flap-regulation including NOVITEC tailpipes and sport metal catalysts (100 Zeller) with reduced exhaust back pressure
weight-reduction: 18 kg

optional exhaust system with flap-regulation and switching of the exhaust-flaps at the Manettino in the steering wheel
article no. F1 458 KL

performance: 466 kW (634 hp) at 9.250 rpm
Max. torque: 569 Nm at 5.600 rpm
Vmax: + 5 km/h

NOVITEC POWER STAGE 3

article no. F1 458 62

 

consisting of an new adjusted engine electronic with modified group of curves and a higher cut-off speed to 9.250 rpm (thereby a higher V-max), stainless-steel exhaust system without flap-regulation including NOVITEC tailpipes and sport metal catalysts (100 Zeller) with reduced exhaust back pressure
weight-reduction: 9 kg

optional exhaust system with flap-regulation and switching of the exhaust-flaps at the

Manettino in the steering wheel

article no. F1 458 KL

performance: 460 kW (626 hp) /at 9.250 U/min
Max. torque: 558 Nm / 6.000 rpm
Vmax: + 5 km/h

NOVITEC POWER STAGE 4

article no. F1 458 63

 

consisting of an new adjusted engine electronic with modified group of curves and a higher cut-off speed to 9.250 rpm (thereby a higher V-max), stainless-steel exhaust system without flap-regulation including NOVITEC tailpipes
weight-reduction: 5 kg

optional exhaust system with flap-regulation and switching of the exhaust-flaps at the Manettino in the steering wheel 
article no. F1 458 KL

performance: 457 kW (622 hp) at 9.250 rpm
Max. torque: 555 Nm / 6.100 rpm
Vmax: + 5 km/h

NOVITEC POWER OPTIMIZED ECU’s

article no. F1 458 64

 

consisting of an new adjusted engine electronic with modified group of curves and a higher cut-off speed to 9.250 U/min (thereby a higher V-max) and switching of the exhaust-flaps at the Manettino in the steering wheel

performance: 455 kW (619 hp) at 9.250 rpm
Max. torque: 552 Nm / 5.750 rpm
Vmax: + 5 km/h

 

 

 

CATALYST-REPLACEMENT PIPE ( SET OF TWO)

article no. F1 458 24

 

to use with NOVITEC- and original exhaust system

 

SPORT METAL CATALYSTS (SET)

article no. F1 458 25

 

to use with NOVITEC- and original exhaust system   (-4 kg)
100 Zeller sport metal catalysts with reduced exhaust back pressure

optional: complete covered with high-temperature heat protection
article no. F1 458 IS

 

INCONEL EXHAUST MANIFOLDS

article no. F1 458 26

 

to use with NOVITEC- and original exhaust system (-9 kg)
complete covered with high high-temperature heat protection
Attention: This parts are made for RACE and not covered by warranty!

 

POWER OPTIMIZED EXHAUST SYSTEM WITHOUT FLAP-REGULATION

article no. F1 458 65

 

stainless-steel version (-5 kg)

stainless-steel version with NOVITEC tailpipes (- 5 kg)
article no. F1 458 35   
INCONEL version (- 7kg)
article no. F1 458 45   
INCONEL version with NOVITEC tailpipes (- 7kg)
article no. F1 458 55

optional complete covered with high-temperature heat protection
article no. F1 458 IS   
optional black tailpipes
article no. F1 458 BL   

 

POWER OPTIMIZED EXHAUST SYSTEM WITH FLAP-REGULATION

article no. F1 458 66

 

stainless-steel version (- 4 kg)

stainless-steel version with NOVITEC tailpipes (-  4 kg)
article no. F1 458 36   
INCONEL version (- 6 kg)
article no. F1 458 46  
INCONEL version with NOVITEC tailpipes (- 6 kg)
article no. F1 458 56
   
optional complete covered with high-temperature heat protection
article no. F1 458 IS
optional black tailpipes
article no. F1 458 BL

 

NOVITEC TAILPIPES

article no. F1 458 70

 

to use with NOVITEC- and original exhaust system   
polished tailpipes

optional black tailpipes
article no. F1 458 BL

 

NOVITEC TECTRONIC

article no. F1 458 80

 

to use with NOVITEC sport metal catalysts or NOVITEC cat replacement pipes to avoid error indications from the catalysts

 

NOVITEC SWITCHTRONIC

article no. F1 458 90

 

to use for exhaust systems with flap-regulation to open and close the flaps from the cockpit by Radio

 

458 Speciale Catalog – WHEELS AND SUSPENSION

 

TYPE NF4

L4 458 65/66/67/68

 

SET WHEELS
9,0J x 21J with 255/30 R21 Pirelli P-Zero for front axle
12,0J x 21J with 325/25 R21 Pirelli P-Zero for rear-axle

ALUMINIUM WHEEL
9,0J x 21J for front axle
12,0J x 21J for rear axle

 

 

SILVER

article no. F4 458 65/20/55

 

SET WHEELS / TYRES
article no.: F4 458 65

WHEEL FOR FRONT AXLE
article no.: F4 458 20
WHEEL FOR REAR AXLE
article no.: F4 458 55

 

BLACK

article no. F4 458 66/22/56

 

SET WHEELS / TYRES
article no.: F4 458 66

WHEEL FOR FRONT AXLE
article no.: F4 458 22
WHEEL FOR REAR AXLE
article no.: F4 458 56

 

ANTHRACITE

article no. F4 458 67/24/57

 

SET WHEELS / TYRES
article no.: F4 458 67

WHEEL FOR FRONT AXLE
article no.: F4 458 24
WHEEL FOR REAR AXLE
article no.: F4 458 57

 

CUSTOMERS OPTION COLOURS

article no. F4 458 68/26/58

 

SET WHEELS / TYRES
article no.: F4 458 68

WHEEL FOR FRONT AXLE
article no.: F4 458 26
WHEEL FOR REAR AXLE
article no.: F4 458 58

458 Speciale Catalog

 

 

ALUMINIUM SPACERS

article no. F5 458 10

 

made of high – strength aluminium, corrosion – protected by anodize
set of 2 pieces including mounting material
spacer 10mm
(enlarged track 20mm per axle)

spacer 15mm
(enlarged track 30mm per axle)
article no. F2 458 11   
spacer 20mm
(enlarged track 40mm per axle)
article no. F2 458 12  

 

TITAN WHEEL BOLTS ( 10 PIECES )

article no. F5 458 15

 

wheel bolts from Titan with inner octagonal head
for NOVITEC spacers 10+15mm

for original rims as well as NOVITEC spacers 20mm
article no. F5 458 16  

 

HYDRAULIC ADJUSTMENT IN COMBINATION WITH SUSPENSION SPRING

article no. F5 458 30

 

including suspension spring set for lowering in combination with the original suspension, a 40mm hydraulic adjustment at the front axle by push at a button as well as a CAN control unit (the original damper adjustment is kept)

 

SPORT SPRING SET

article no. F5 458 31

 

for lowering in combination with the original suspension for all models, also cars with the factory lift-system

 

ANTI SWAY BAR KIT

article no. F5 458 74

 

anti sway bar kit for the front and rear axle to decrease curl

 

458 Speciale Catalog – AERODYNAMICS

 

The active aerodynamics of the Ferrari 458 Speciale posed a special challenge for the NOVITEC ROSSO designers. They developed body components made of especially light yet high-strength carbon fiber, which lend the lightweight-construction version full-blooded racing looks.

 

The combination of NOVITEC ROSSO front spoiler and front blade not only upgrades the production bumper of the Speciale visually, but also minimizes negative lift on the front axle, benefitting directional stability at high speeds. In addition, fairings for the central air inlet in the bumper and the trunk lid create an even more pronounced racing look. The final touch is provided by the carbon-fiber moldings for the exterior mirrors and the door triangles.

 

The sides of the lightweight-construction sports car receive an even more thrilling profile with the strikingly styled NOVITEC ROSSO rocker panels and the carbon-fiber moldings with gill-shaped profile for the rear side windows.

 

To reduce negative lift on the rear axle and thus achieve an optimal aerodynamic balance, NOVITEC ROSSO upgrades the 458 Speciale with a rear wing and a carbon-fiber diffusor that like the production part features an electrically adjustable center section. Special air deflectors for the left and right air inlets on the rear side components were developed as part of the innovative aerodynamic-enhancement concept. Not only do they ensure an optimized supply of cooling air for the engine and oil coolers, but they also route the relative wind directly over the rear wing profile thanks to their special design.

 

The full-blooded racing look is completed with additional carbon-fiber applications such as vent grilles or the fog lamp surround. In addition, the roof skin and the hood are also made of carbon fiber.

 

 

AIR-INTAKE LOUVER SIDE-WINDOW (SET)

article no. F6 458 05

 

 visible carbon
article no. F6 458 25

 

 

COVER FOR TAILLIGHTS

article no. F6 458 10

 

visible carbon
article no. F6 458 30

 

 

FRONT SPOILER LIP

article no. F6 458 13

 

fits to the original front bumper, supports the negative lift

visible Carbon
article no. F6 458 43  

 

 

FLAPS FOR FRONT

article no. F6 458 14

 

fits to the original front bumper, supports the negative lift

visible Carbon
article no.: F6 458 44

 

 

AIR-GUIDE TRUNK-LID

article no. F6 458 15

 

visible carbon
article no. F6 458 45

 

 

SIDE PANELS (SET) WITH DOUBLE-FINS

article no. F6 458 16

 

visible carbon
article no. F6 458 46

 

 

REAR WING

article no. F6 458 17

 

visible carbon
article no. F6 458 47

 

 

FLAPS FOR AIR-INTAKE AT THE SIDEWALL (SET)

article no. F6 458 18

 

visible carbon
article no. F6 458 48

 

 

CARBON INSERT FOR MIRROR (SET)

article no. F6 458 32

 

visible carbon

 

 

ENGINE COMPARTMENT VENTILATION LOUVER (SET)

article no. F6 458 33

 

visible carbon

 

 

COVER (SET) FOR THE FLAPS IN THE FRONTBUMPER

article no. F6 458 51

 

visible carbon

 

 

DIFFUSOR

article no. F6 458 52

 

isible Carbon to replace the original diffusor

 

 

COVER REAR BUMPER FOG-LIGHT SECTION (SET)

article no. F6 458 53

 

visible Carbon

 

 

COVER AIR-OPENING DIFFUSOR (SET OF THREE)

article no. F6 458 54

 

visible carbon

 

 

DIFFUSOR-FINS

article no. F6 458 59

 

visible Carbon to replace the original fins

 

 

TRIANGLE-COVER DOOR WINDOW

article no. F6 458 70

 

visible Carbon

 

 

To match the carbon-fiber components, NOVITEC ROSSO offers tailor-made accessories such as black tail lights made even more conspicuous by carbon-fiber covers, black turn signal repeaters and the likewise black auxiliary LED brake light.

 

At the front and back, 21-inch NOVITEC ROSSO NF4 forged rims specially developed for the sports model also play a crucial role in the spectacular appearance of the refined 458 Speciale. Thanks to state-of-the-art forging technology, the nine and twelve inch wide alloys with delicate double spokes are among the lightest of their kind in this size. Technology partner Pirelli supplies PZero high-performance tires of sizes 255/30 ZR 21 and 325/25 ZR 21.

 

Another NOVITEC ROSSO high-tech engineering feat is the hydraulic suspension system for the 458 Speciale. The front of the car can be raised by 40 millimeters at the push of a button in the cockpit to be able to drive over a curb or navigate a parking garage ramp. The front reverts to its original position at a second push of the button or automatically upon reaching a speed of 80 km/h. In addition, NOVITEC ROSSO sport springs lower the ride height of the Spider by some 30 millimeters. NOVITEC ROSSO sport stabilizer bars can deliver even more direct handling.

 

It goes without saying that various performance kits are available for the 458 Speciale as well: the ultimate tuning stage boosts the power output of the 4.5-liter eight-cylinder engine to 468 kW / 636 hp at 9,250 rpm. Peak torque jumps to 572 Nm at 5,550 rpm.

 

The NOVITEC ROSSO engine conversion comprises recalibrated mapping for ignition and injection. The slighter higher redline speed results in even more seamless gearshifts and a top speed increased to more than 330 km/h.

 

Just as important for unleashing additional horsepower is the NOVITEC ROSSO high-performance exhaust system. It consists of two high-performance manifolds, sport catalysts and a rear muffler. A version with electronic sound management is optionally available. On this model the exhaust note can be adjusted between discreet and powerful like in motor racing with the manettino switch on the steering wheel.

 

The exhaust system features two matte black-coated tailpipes with a diameter of 100 millimeters, and was developed specifically for the 458 Speciale. The exhaust system produces an optimized power yield and a sportier sound. More than that: its construction from INCONEL, the same material used for the exhaust systems in Formula 1 racing, makes the NOVITEC ROSSO system also extremely heat-resistant and above all lightweight: compared with the production exhaust it offers weight savings of seven kilograms. The sport exhaust is of course also available as a stand-alone option.

 

With perfectly crafted interior appointments made of leather and Alcantara, NOVITEC ROSSO fulfils even the most discriminating 458 Speciale customers’ requests to a tee. The selection of colors is just as extensive as the choice of upholstery designs.

 

The motor racing flair of the NOVITEC ROSSO body kit can be complemented in the interior with carbon-fiber upper sections for the instrument panel and dashboard as well as with longer carbon-fiber shift paddles for the steering wheel.

 

For more information please contact:

NOVITEC ROSSO

A business division of NOVITEC GROUP

Hochstrasse 8

D-87778 Stetten        

Germany

Internet:         www.novitec.com