Ferrari Wing Badges - why?

[sosidge]

Can someone explain to me why I see a significant number of Ferrari's with large yellow Ferrari badge stickers on the front wings, between the wheel and door?

Is there a particular historical appeal for these - or is it just a really vulgar way of saying "yes, pedestrian, I really DO own a Ferrari"?

[jdw1234]

Scuderia shield were originally only used for the racing cars.

Became an option on later road models.

[1JEB]

sosidge said:

Can someone explain to me why I see a significant number of Ferrari's with large yellow Ferrari badge stickers on the front wings, between the wheel and door?

Is there a particular historical appeal for these - or is it just a really vulgar way of saying "yes, pedestrian, I really DO own a Ferrari"?

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[sosidge]

jdw1234 said:

Scuderia shield were originally only used for the racing cars.

Became an option on later road models.

And what do the cognoscenti think of the badges on road cars?

[here]

If the factory in Maranello think its ok to fit them to road cars. Then who are we to argue?

[MitchT]

I think they look right on the more race-oriented cars like the F40, 360CS and 430 Scud because the badge, like the car, is a nod towards Ferrari's racing prowess, but I'd leave them off the standard spec cars.

[KenC]

MitchT said:

I think they look right on the more race-oriented cars like the F40, 360CS and 430 Scud because the badge, like the car, is a nod towards Ferrari's racing prowess, but I'd leave them off the standard spec cars.

Never, it is a great money spinner for Ferrari at around £900 to £1,100 as an option. I've bought them twice now!

[FerrariV8]

All Ferrari's are special, some are more race bread than others depending on whether you want to use it possibly on a track or you need a gran tourer for the road, Yes the shields are part of Ferrari's racing history, but so to are ALL of their cars, Its a personal choice, with or without its still a Ferrari.

[andrew.]

"Essential for resale sir. Oh, and that'll be another £715. Plus VAT."

[Podie]

KenC said:

MitchT said:

I think they look right on the more race-oriented cars like the F40, 360CS and 430 Scud because the badge, like the car, is a nod towards Ferrari's racing prowess, but I'd leave them off the standard spec cars.

Never, it is a great money spinner for Ferrari at around £900 to £1,100 as an option. I've bought them twice now!

me - what are they made from to justify that price tag?

[andrew.]

they have to stamp the wings to a slightly different shape
handily, this also prevents retro-fitting less expensive alternatives
sorry if i sound a little cynical, but 'tis so

[Podie]

andrew. said:

they have to stamp the wings to a slightly different shape
handily, this also prevents retro-fitting less expensive alternatives
sorry if i sound a little cynical, but 'tis so

Interesting. Thanks

[F355GTS]

andrew. said:

"Essential for resale sir. Oh, and that'll be another £715. Plus VAT."

you're out of touch they're much more than that

[Animal]

Well, if I could afford a Ferrari it would def. have wing shields - I'd even settle for retro-fitting stickers - and I wouldn't give a damn what people think - it ain't their car!

Animal

[MitchT]

Personally my choice would depend on the car. I wouldn't have them on a 308/328 because they'd interfere with the pure, clean lines of the car, but I would probably have them on an F430 which looks 'busier' to begin with and therefore is not going to be ruined by even more fuss on the bodywork.

[Webber3]

I think it they look good. They provide a nice colour accent, especially on a red car.

[shadowninja]

Could I have a £ sign in gold when I get my red F430?

While I accept it is up to the owner, I personally think it looks a bit odd.

[deevlash]

Good god I hate those things, the less badges the cooler. Then again Im not in the market for a ferrari.

[Cactussed]

I will be fittingsome to my 355. As I like them. All personal taste I guess.

[andy355]

i like them. bit like the challenge grills, personal taste. retro fit ones can look awful though, but there are some ceramic ones i read on here or somewhere. as a previous poster said, the real ones are recessed into the wing and feel ceramic or metal