The "entry-level" Ferraris always seem to be the most exciting products when you glance back into the past. Just think: The F430, 360 Modena, 355, 348, 328/308 and how about the Dino?
These mid-engined greats really helped take the prancing horse to new heights, from a driving dynamics perspective, and also brought the famed rossa corsa metal to many more garages.
But before the universally loved 458 Italia there was the F430. If the 430 was a big step from what was being created, the 458 was a HUGE leap forward.
Here's the interesting bit though: though the 458 decimates the 430, the special edition Scuderia's values have been maintained. Typically the mid-engined cars hold up well for a bit then crash. Just look how cheap you can pick up a 308/328, 348, 355 or even 360 these days.
The cynical side of me says that the 430 — and specifically the Scuderia — is doing well simply because I bet the 458's order book is slammed for a couple more years. Might as well get an F car for the wait.
But the romantic side of the whole thing led Autocar to take a look back and revisit the 430 Scuderia. I think it was probably just to get a Ferrari on a track. Good on 'em! ;)
The Ferrari 458 Italia is one of the world's finest supercars but its greatness was only acheived through the development of this, the Ferrari 430 Scuderia. If there was ever a modern Ferrari destined for future classic status, this is it.
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