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Ferrari 150° Italia Full Size Steering Wheel Replica

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Ferrari 150 Italia Full Size Steering Wheel

Not everyone is into cars, but those who do appreciate all things automotive realize just how much cool stuff one can find. Take this Ferrari 150 Italia Full Size Steering Wheel – it is perhaps the coolest thing I have seen today. The replica is the same scale as the real steering wheel that Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso uses in his car. Well I guess I should also mention that the other Ferrari driver, Felipe Massa, has the same steering wheel.

If you are an F1 fan – a Ferrari fan in particular – daydreaming about being behind the wheel of the famous red racing car is probably nothing new for you. For majority of us, in all probability, driving a Ferrari (much less owning one) will remain a dream. Heck, many will probably only see a Ferrari on TV or in the movies.

With the release of this limited edition Ferrari 150 Italia Full Size Steering Wheel replica, though, the chances of getting your hands on something real – not counting Ferrari apparel, key rings, and the like. And since it looks exactly like what you see the Ferrari drivers use during the races, you can easily improve your daydreaming experience.

Just how accurate is this replica? For starters, the Ferrari 150 Italia Full Size Steering Wheel is made of genuine carbon fiber. Then you have the buttons, paddles, and switches – all of which actually move. If you buy the Ferrari 150 Italia Full Size Steering Wheel replica, you also get a leather base (red, of course) plus a clear cover (to protect it from dust). The steering wheel weighs in at 14.5 kg (surprisingly heavy!) while the outer box measures in at 45 x 42 x 42.

If you have $2,230.15 (shipping and tax not included) to spare and you are a true Ferrari fan, then you ought to go to the Ferrari online store now to order one. There are only 250 units of the Ferrari 150 Italia Full Size Steering Wheel, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see them sell like hot cakes.

Oh, and just for fun, wouldn’t this be the perfect companion for the Ferrari 150 Italia Full Size Steering Wheel replica? (Yes, I am a Ferrari-Red Bull fan.)

F1 Red Bull Seat

F1 Red Bull Seat

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The Caparo T1 – Relaunched

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The Caparo T1 was launched in the UK and was met with a rather derisive reception, due to it setting fire to Jason Plato (British Touring Car Driver of note), wildly understeering and having bad mechanical problems. However, a relaunch is due, with different trim levels and a new partnership that will actually see the car being delivered to dealerships. This is the news from direct from Caparo:

Caparo T1, the fastest performance super car available, is set to make its debut at Salon Privé on 12th February 2009 at London’s Hurlingham Club. The prestigious event will also be used to announce the T1’s 2009 programme.

True to form this year’s Salon Privé, the UK’s ultimate Super Car and Lifestyle Event, will once again attract a number of high profile guests with its promise of getting up, close and personal with the most exotic modern and vintage super cars in the world. Held in the luxurious and exclusive environment of the Hurlingham Club, the show is regarded by many as London’s favourite motoring party because of its mixture of fashion, style, luxury and automotive haute couture.

Caparo T1, the two-seater performance car that recently took the racing world by storm, will occupy centre stage during the event and is expected to attract a high level of interest. Alongside the car’s distinctive profile, information will also be available on its five new levels of specifications; stating from the most cost effective race track option, to its Race Extreme version, boasting the T1’s most powerful engine, a upgraded electronics package, fully carbon brakes and the latest light weight magnesium wheels.

The Caparo team will shortly be unveiling the brand new partnership with one of the most reputed prestigious car dealerships in the country. The agreement will see Caparo concentrating on the continued development of the T1 and associated technologies, with the continued evolution of the car’s driving experience and pushing further its track and on-the-road performance. The chosen Caparo partner is going to take control of the super car’s sales, marketing and after sales service.