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2012 Ferrari 458: Quick Overview
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2012 Ferrari 458 Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 2012 |
| Make | Ferrari |
| Model | 458 |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Convertible |
| Category | Sports Car |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Italy |
| Manufacturing City | MARANELLO |
Dimensions
| Doors | 2-Door |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | 47.70 inches |
| Overall Length | 178.20 inches |
| Overall Width | 76.30 inches |
| Wheelbase Length | 104.30 inches |
| Standard Seating | 2 |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 4.5L V8 |
| Engine Size | 4.5L |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 |
| Transmission | 7-Speed Manual |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Transmission Speeds | 7-Speed |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | 4-Wheel ABS |
| Steering Type | Rack & Pinion |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | $257,000 |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | $3,750 |
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What Problems Does the 2012 Ferrari 458 Have?
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How long will the 2012 Ferrari 458 last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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2012 Ferrari 458 Prices and Market Value
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2012 Ferrari 458 Cost of Ownership
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2012 Ferrari 458 Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
22.70 gallons
City Mileage
12 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage
18 miles/gallon
2012 Ferrari 458 Safety Rating
IIHS
2012 Ferrari 458 Recalls & Defects
Engine and Engine Cooling
Recall date
2012-05-14
Recall no.
12v211000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Ferrari IS Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2012 458 Italia and 2012 California Vehicles Because THE Crankshaft MAY Fail DUE TO Incorrect Machining.
Consequence
IF This Failure Occurs, THE Engine MAY Seize, Suddenly Rendering THE Vehicle Inoperable, Increasing THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy
Ferrari Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Offer Vehicle Owners THE Option OF Having Their Engine Repaired or Replaced, Free OF Charge. THE Safety Recall Began ON June 18, 2012. Owners MAY Contact Ferrari AT 201-816-2600.
Notes
Ferrari's Safety Recall Campaign Number IS 52.customers MAY Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or GO TO Http://Www.safercar.gov.
Latches/Locks/Linkages:trunk Lid:lock
Recall date
2014-08-07
Recall no.
14v487000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) IS Recalling Certain Model Year 2010-2014 F458 Italia and F458 Spider Vehicles Manufactured March 5, 2010, TO MAY 20, 2013. IN THE Affected Vehicles, THE Secondary Latch FOR THE Front Trunk Storage Compartment MAY NOT Release When THE Vehicle IS Stationary. AS Such, These Vehicles Fail TO Comply With THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard NO. 401, "interior Trunk Release."
Consequence
IN THE Event AN Individual IS Trapped IN THE Trunk and THE Latch System Does NOT Release THE Trunk Lid, IT Increases THE Risk OF Personal Injury or Possibly Death.
Remedy
Ferrari Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Modify THE Existing Front Trunk Latch System With A NEW Component That Will Meet Requirements, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began IN September 2014. Owners MAY Contact Ferrari Customer Service AT 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's Number FOR This Recall IS 54.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
AIR Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
Recall date
2018-06-07
Recall no.
18v381000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) IS Recalling Certain 2012 Ferrari California, 458 Italia, 458 Spider, and FF Vehicles That Have NOT Already HAD Their Passenger Frontal AIR BAG Replaced. These Passenger Frontal AIR BAG Modules Have AIR BAG Inflators That MAY Explode IN THE Event OF A Crash DUE TO Propellant Degradation Occurring After Long-Term Exposure TO Absolute Humidity and Temperature Cycling.
Consequence
AN Inflator Explosion MAY Result IN Metal Fragments Striking THE Vehicle Occupants Resulting IN Serious Injury or Death.
Remedy
Ferrari Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Replace THE Passenger Frontal AIR BAG Assembly With ONE That Uses AN Alternate Inflator, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began ON July 19, 2018. Owners MAY Contact Ferrari Customer Service AT 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's Number FOR This Recall IS 61. Note: This Recall Supersedes Recall 17v-018.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
2012 Ferrari 458 Warranty
Basic
Original warranty
24 months / unlimited miles
Estimated remaining
Expired
Powertrain
Original warranty
24 months / unlimited miles
Estimated remaining
Expired
Rust
Original warranty
24 months / unlimited miles
Estimated remaining
Expired
2012 Ferrari 458 Insurance
Insurance for a 2012 Ferrari 458 is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Convertible with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 2012 Ferrari 458 Compare to Other Convertible?
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Final Verdict: Is the 2012 Ferrari 458 a Good Convertible?
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