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114 37 Stockholm
All auctions / Vehicles / Shmidt.Art - Ferrari - FERRARI F40 - 1980s
A premium automotive poster dedicated to the legendary 1987 Ferrari F40 — one of the most iconic supercars ever created and the ultimate expression of Ferrari’s raw, lightweight, turbocharged performance philosophy. This artwork presents the Ferrari F40 in unmistakable Rosso Corsa, accompanied by detailed technical views, a period-inspired cockpit illustration, racing-style seating, classic Ferrari colour options, specifications, and carefully selected design elements. The warm vintage background contrasts beautifully with the aggressive form of the F40, creating a striking tribute to one of Maranello’s greatest automobiles. Highlights A Ferrari Legend Introduced in 1987 to celebrate Ferrari’s 40th anniversary, the F40 was developed as an uncompromising high-performance machine. Its combination of extreme lightweight construction, aerodynamic bodywork, enormous rear wing, and explosive turbocharged performance made it one of the defining supercars of its generation. Twin-Turbocharged V8 At the heart of the F40 is a 2.9-litre twin-turbocharged V8 producing approximately 478 PS in European specification. Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a 5-speed manual transmission, creating the direct and demanding driving experience for which the F40 became famous. Lightweight Engineering Performance was achieved not only through power but through an obsessive focus on reducing weight. Composite materials, lightweight body panels, a stripped-back cabin, and competition-inspired engineering helped create a car focused almost entirely on performance. Purposeful Design The F40’s dramatic silhouette is instantly recognizable: a low wedge-shaped nose, retractable headlights, NACA ducts, extensive cooling openings, wide rear bodywork, and the enormous fixed rear wing. Every element contributes to the car’s unmistakably functional and aggressive appearance. Detailed Illustrated Composition The artwork includes: Large three-quarter illustration in Rosso Corsa Front and side technical views Detailed driver-focused cockpit illustration Competition-inspired sports seat illustrations Rear three-quarter view Classic Ferrari colour palette Technical specifications and design notes Vintage-style typography and presentation The warm ivory background, subtle aged-paper texture, and carefully rendered illustrations create an elegant archival aesthetic suitable for a garage, office, living room, studio, or automotive collection. Specifications Model: Ferrari F40 Year: 1987 Engine: 2.9 L twin-turbocharged V8 Cooling: Water-cooled Power: Approx. 478 PS / 352 kW Transmission: 5-speed manual Layout: Mid-engine Drive: Rear-wheel drive Character: Lightweight analogue supercar A distinctive decorative piece celebrating one of Ferrari’s most important creations and one of the defining performance cars of the 1980s. The poster will be carefully packed for shipping to ensure safe delivery. AI disclosure: This poster design was created using generative AI and subsequently reviewed and manually edited by Shmidt.Art.
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