Ferrari has unveiled the Evo version of its 488 GT3 at the Ferrari Finali Mondiali event at Mugello. According to Ferrari, aerodynamics, vehicle dynamics, ergonomics, safety and reliability were the main focuses of development.
The Italian manufacturer has also stated that the new package will be available both as an entirely new car, or as an upgrade kit to existing 488 GT3s racing in various GT championships around the world, including the IMSA Weathertech Sportscar Championship.
One of the key areas of the car’s development is aerodynamics. The car has been given a new front end design, which features a new bumper with a smaller frontal section under the headlights. This has allowed the introduction of a pair of flicks to generate more downforce.
The vents on top of the wings are larger than the current model and the front section of the door is now more tapered to more efficiently channel lateral flows. The vents on the rear wing have also been completely redesigned.
The car’s wheelbase has also been increased to optimise tyre use, reduce tyre wear and facilitate the conversion from GT3 to GTE. The car has also been made lighter, but the twin turbo V8 engine has not been modified or upgrade, with the exception of a new engine management system.
The car has been fitted with a new Sabelt seat, and a 24H/Endurance package is also available. The basic equipment for this package includes a front bumper with additional headlights, quick-fill couplings for engine oil and coolant, carbon-fibre clutch, brake callipers adopted from the GTE and steel wheel nuts.
Optional features include sensors for the coolant level and refuelling completion with warning lights, and Le Mans-type, 4,500 lumen LED main headlights.
