Ferrari 599 GTO (2011)

The name, “GTO” (Gran Turismo Omologata) instantly calls to mind two Ferraris that have entered the collective imagination as symbols of performance. After the 1962 250 GTO, which swept the boards in GT racing categories in the 1960s and is now a highly prized collector's car, came the iconic 1984 288 GTO, which pretty much invented the entire modern supercar genre. The 599 GTO is the most recent GTO. Ferrari has only given this name to 3 cars and each GTO was based on a circuit car - the 599 GTO was based on the 599 GTB Fiorano chassis but is essentially the road-going version of the 599XX track car.

The 599 GTO weighs 100 kg less than the standard GTB by a severe diet in a similar manner to other recent Ferrari lightweight models such as the 430 Scuderia. The 599 GTO is visually aggressive thanks to styling elements derived from the 599XX - but it's not all for show. Thanks to concepts transferred from the track car to the road-going version, the GTO generates downforce of 144 kg at 200 km/h. The entire car has received design revisions over the standard GTB including the front, the sides, the flat underbody and the cooling flows. In the latter instance, the GTO can count on improved ducting to the brake discs and pads, and the adoption of wheel doughnuts – a disc positioned outside the brake disc that ensures that hot air exiting the wheel arch stays as close to the body of the car as possible to reduce drag; again, a feature borrowed straight from the FXX.

When produced in 2011, Ferrari announced that the 599 GTO was their fastest road car ever, able to lap the Fiorano test circuit in 1 minute 24 seconds, one second faster than the Ferrari Enzo. Its engine produces a staggering 661 bhp at 8,250 rpm, with 460 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm. The 599 GTO can sprint to 62 mph in under 3.35 seconds whilst easily reaching a top speed of over 208 mph.

This example was supplied new in 31st December 2011. With the popularity of the launch colourway of Rosso Corsa with a Grigio Silverstone Opaco roof, this example is understood to be one of just 5 RHD examples in black registered in the UK.

The original specification for this example is as follows:

• Nero DS with roof in matching Nero DS
• Racing livery in Grigio Silverstone
• Carbon fibre racing seats
• Carbon fibre Rear Bench Trim
• Carbon fibre Wheel Centre Caps
• Carbon fibre Scuderia shields
• Alcantara upholstery in Nero
• Nero Tessuto inserts
• Rear parking sensors
• Satellite navigation
• iPod connectivity
• Instrument panel in Giallo
• Brake calipers in Giallo

The current mileage today stands at 11,840 miles. Upon arrival at DK, this example was treated to a major service, new water pump and new tyres ensuring this GTO presents as expected. Ready to used and enjoyed by its next custodian, this wonderful example of one of the best sounding Ferrari V12 road cars, is available to view at our showrooms outside London immediately.

• Understood to be 1 of 5 RHD examples in black registered in the UK
• Fresh major service and tyres at DK Engineering
• Two tone Nero DS with racing livery in Grigio Silverstone
• 11,840 miles from new
• Accompanied by its original bookpack, tools and Ferrari Classiche Certification