Ferrari 488 GTB

A Ferrari V8 possesses something magical. Something cryptic in black. And this 488 GTB? Considering the abundance of carbon fiber and other enhancements, it is absolutely fantastic! The use of lightweight components ranges from Carbon Racing Seats to a matching Driver Zone, and even the rear air ducts are crafted from carbon fiber. How beautiful! The seriousness of this 670 hp supercar is further evidenced by the inclusion of ceramic brakes. Additionally, features such as a camera and JBL audio are at your disposal. We prefer not to get ahead of ourselves, but isn’t this the ideal car to participate in a Prins tour? And, of course, hoping to come across a circuit along the way…

Exterior:
Maranello has placed a special emphasis on the phenomenal stopping power of our Ferrari 488 GTB in a unique way: behind the 20-inch Forged Nero wheels, Giallo brake calipers gleam; in our opinion, a golden combination with the Giallo center caps and the Nero Daytona exterior. This exotic begs us to delve into the details, as even the rear air ducts are "carbon made." The exhaust tips have a matte black finish, requiring less attention after an exhilarating ride. There’s room for color too: the Scuderia Ferrari Shields on the front fenders seemingly stand out but are perfectly integrated into the beautiful bodywork. Speaking of which, the Ferrari 488 GTB is recognizable by its distinctive appearance without resorting to excessive embellishments. The aerodynamically advanced supercar is remarkably sleek and possesses enough curves to be alluring. The spoilers and splitters are seamlessly integrated into the bodywork, never appearing overly extravagant. However, the rear diffuser, with its relatively high-positioned exhausts, does leave a mark on the performance of our razor-sharp Italian…

Interior:
Nowhere is the term "cockpit" as literal as in this Gran Turismo Berlinetta. You are surrounded by a lot of carbon fiber, starting with the seats: the excellently fitting Carbon Racing Seats have a combined Nero leather and Alcantara finish, perfectly enveloping your body. You also have a view of Carbon Dashboard Inserts, a Carbon Central Bridge, and a Carbon Fiber Driver Zone including an LED Shift Indicator. In short, carbon and Nero leather dominate, but there is enough contrast in the form of Grigio Chiaro stitching and embroidered Cavallino logos in the headrests. The racing motif in the Alcantara seat and backrest of the lightweight seats is already a sight to behold. This is how beautiful a functional layout can be! After all, everything is geared towards the driver and their driving skills…

Options & Extras:
Stripped-down track racers might have to do without, but fortunately, this street-legal version of the Ferrari 488 GTB does come equipped with a camera system. We say ‘fortunately’ because the Italian beauty is too exquisite to be treated nonchalantly during parking maneuvers. The JBL audio system demands attention with the volume knob turned to the maximum. And even then, it falls short compared to the pure sound experience of the Ferrari V8. Just as it should be.

Technology & Performance:
We can argue as much as we want, but everyone will ultimately have to admit that the addition of Twin-Scroll turbo technology was a brilliant move by Ferrari. In the 488 GTB, this results in a power of 670 hp with a displacement of 3.9 liters. Moreover, it positively influences lap times and traffic light sprints: the speedometer shoots past 100 km/h from a standstill within 3 seconds. The explosive acceleration persists until a top speed of an impressive 330 km/h is reached. In the past, this would have been daunting. Thanks to excellent aerodynamics, ceramic brake discs, and loads of mechanical grip, the Ferrari 488 GTB remains extremely stable under all conditions. Handy when you’re pushing your own limits during the Prins Tour…

Best regards,
Team Prins