William discusses the legacy and specifications of the Ferrari F40, a supercar celebrated for its lightweight design, advanced materials, and powerful performance. The episode covers the car’s development, including its origin as a tribute to Ferrari’s 40th anniversary, Enzo Ferrari’s final approval, and its transformation from the 288 GTO Evoluzione’s motor to a groundbreaking road car. Ross also delves into […]
The Ferrari 288 GTO
William returns after a brief hiatus to discuss his all-time favorite Ferrari model, the 288 GTO. The episode covers the car’s history, design, and engineering, emphasizing its legendary status and limited production. Ross also touches on the car’s unique features and the story behind its creation, including its intended but not fully realized participation in Group B racing. The episode […]
The Last Ferrari to Win at Le Mans
William discusses the history and significance of the last Ferrari to win Le Mans, the 250 LM chassis number 5893. The episode delves into the 1965 race where Ferrari, competing against the Ford GT40s in the prototype class, secured an unexpected victory despite multiple challenges. William shares anecdotes and explores the controversial involvement of third driver Ed Hugus, detailing how […]
The Luigi Chinetti Story
In this episode, William delves into the rich history of Ferrari and the significant contributions of Luigi Chinetti to the brand. The discussion covers Chinetti’s influence in bringing Ferrari to America, his role in convincing Enzo Ferrari to produce road cars to fund the racing enterprise, and highlights from Chinetti’s storied racing career. The episode emphasizes the importance of Ferrari […]
The 2022 Ferrari Formula One Car
William promotes the Ferrari Marketplace Facebook group and announces the upcoming launch of a YouTube channel. The episode focuses on the new Ferrari Formula One car, its design, regulations, and the impact of ground effect technology. William shares his excitement about the upcoming season, new car developments, and reflects on the progression from past F1 cars to the current models. […]
The history of the Ferrari 250 GTO
In the second episode of the Ferrari Marketplace, William delves into the history, design, and legacy of the Ferrari 250 GTO. The episode covers various aspects including the car’s creation in 1962, its distinctive design process, its competitive success in the early 1960s, and its evolution from a racing marvel to a highly-coveted collector’s item. Ross also discusses notable owners […]
Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of Ferrari
William Ross from the Exotic Car Marketplace introduces the Ferrari Marketplace Podcast as part of Ferrari Fridays. He discusses Ferrari’s history, the current state of the brand, and future plans including podcasts and YouTube videos. He plans to attend the Cavalino Classic and visit the Revs Institute, explore the 75th anniversary celebrations, and review new Ferrari models such as the […]