Cavallino Magazine issue 198
December 2013 / January 2014
| Language | 
American English |
| Publishing | John W. Barnes, Jr., ISSN 0889-2504 |
| Dimensions | 80 pages, 208 x 277 mm |
The Journal of Ferrari History
Cavallino is the journal of Ferrari history, covering Ferraris old and new for over 40 years. It's the most reliable, most trusted source of everything Ferrari. Ever since the first issue in 1978 Cavallino presents extensive stories and detailed information from knowledgeable experts and enthusiasts who share the passion for Ferrari. All Ferraris are unique, and each one has its own chassis serial number. This is how the Ferrari world keeps track of all the great cars. Cavallino is the only publication that prints the serial number for every Ferrari mentioned in our stories, articles, and race results.
Table of Contents
| Page | Section | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Ecco | Ecco Our items for you in this number 198 |
| 3 | Assistenza | Assistenza Some helpful information for you |
| 6 | Lettere | Lettere Some thoughts, observations and corrections from your fellow readers and researchers. |
| 10 | Storica Auto | Once upon a time - the relative ease of buying from Europe Names from the past: Rob de La Rive Box Dyke W. Ridgley Courtesy The Ridgley Collection Most Ferrari enthusiast of today have never heard the name of Rob de la Rive Box. However, from the late 1960s through the early 1980s, Rob, or Robbie, as we called him, was a major player in the world Ferrari trade. Rob was from Villmergen, Switzerland and was, essentially, a used car dealer who specialized in exotic cars. |
| 12 | Storica Auto da Corsa | Goodwill makes the most of its bounteous facilities Goodwood Revival 2013 Cavallino Staff Vincent Yernaux, Peter Singhof There are many historic race events, and many historic revivals, but non can combine the correct cars with such a magnificent historical setting, and be called a true Revival like Goodwood. |
| 18 | Storica Auto da Corsa | Old iron at the Tours du Castellet 10,000 10,000 Tours du Castellet Etienne Vanaret Etienne Vanaret The French gathering at Catellet (on the Côte d'Azur) was like a little Le Mans Classic (with the same organizer, Peter Auto). Almost 200 Prototype and GT cars participated in different groups for this CER (classic endurance racing). Overall a very nice event, a great track and paddock, with everything well accessible for viewing and taking pictures. We shall return. |
| 19 | In Memoriam | José Froilán González leaves us Reflections on the great pampas bull Arnaud Blanfuney, Tony Watson Courtesy Arnaud Blanfuney |
| 24 | Notizie | Brandoli Artwork Collection Keith Bluemel Courtesy Brandoli Egidio Brandoli is one of the most famous names in coachwork. Son Roberto has continued the fame with a new line of sculpted metallic artwork that utilizes the same fine metals and the same old world skills that has crafted some of the beautiful bodies of the early Ferraris. |
| 31 | Notizie | Geneva Auto Show 2013 Ferrari surprises with the Ferrari 458 Speciale Ferrari SpA. Arnaud Meunier, Hugo Garritsen Is there life yet in the five year old Ferrari 458? Indeed. Besides the GT versions that show no sign of lagging, Ferrari has introduced a production 458 that is not far behind in power and performance. 605 CV at 9000 RPM and 540 Nm at 6000 RPM. |
| 36 | Feature | Ferrari does Detroit Ferrari 250 Europa Coupé Pinin Farina, s/n 0305 EU Hugo Garritsen Dirk de Jager Loads of chrome trim, big broad whitewall tires, bight contrasting paint scheme, plush luxury appointments - a car made rally for post-war America. It was a showcase car for both Ferrari and Pinin Farina, making the rounds of all the early Italian Concorso d'Eleganza. It came to America, lost its engine, lost its sex appeal, and was stored away for an uncertain future. But Europe took it back, found its engine, put it all back together and now we have this period piece to savour. |
| 45 | Feature | Ferrari 250 Europa Coupé Pinin Farina, s/n 0305 EU Marcel Massini |
| 46 | Feature | Enzo Ferrari's alter ego The strong relationship between Minardi and Ferrari Alan Blanfuney Gian Carlo Minardi Archives A friendship, a business arrangement, a shared passion for motorsport - one of the little known facts of Ferrari lore - Gian Carlo Minardi was a test team for Scuderia Ferrari. Enzo Ferrari needed to scout new Italian driving talent; he called on Minardi to help get it done. And lent him several current F1 machines to do it. |
| 62 | Corse | Ferrari in Formula One 2013 F1 season draws to a close, but with hopes dimming for our favorite team. Keith Bluemel Red Bull-Renault has found the magic equation, while Ferrari struggles with everyone else to gain ground on this seemingly unstoppable force. Playing catch-up is always a challenge. |
| 64 | Corse | Ferrari GT Racing 2013 Ferraris take many of Series Titles Keith Bluemel Ferrari SpA., Dennis L. Tanney Despite problems in Formule One, Ferrari has had great success in multiple GT series, with the Ferrari 458 capturing titles in ELMS, international GTO, Blanpain, and Grand-Am series. |
| 70 | Guida | A Guide to all Ferraris produced Plus the market as of December 1, 2013 ... from a survey of selected dealers Keith Bluemel, Cavallino Staff |