By
Jamie Kitman
Welcome,
first, the most exceptional of the many exceptional
features of the new Ferrari F430 Spider, the just-launched
revision of the Ferrari 360 Modena, which debuted
in 1999. This follow-up is a striking exception to
the rule, not only equaling but fairly blasting past
the incredibly super model it updates.
Outward
refinements seem subtle on this most unsubtle machine.
until you learn that the only carryover sheetmetal
is the doors. Plus, there are improvements to the
wind-deflection system, a revised power convertible
top, and new polished stainless-steel tailpipes. There's
an updated instrument binnacle, a slimmer central
tunnel, and a driver's-mirror shell now embossed to
read "F430," just in case anyone was in
doubt that yours was the latest and greatest example
of a car that now costs about $200,000.
