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Despite its 2+2 designation and layout, it seems as if Ferrari is taking a refreshingly up front approach to the rear seats in its upcoming California hardtop convertible, places that are generally ignored in similar sports cars.

The California’s rear seats which have flat backrests that can fold down, come equipped with seatbelts only as a no cost option. Ferrari believes that more than 50% buyers will opt for the third and fourth belts, presumably because they would like the option of taking the occasional child or pet out for a spin.

Further, Ferrari will offer the rear seatbelts as a retrofit option, free of charge, for those owners who change their minds, or who have bought the car secondhand.

Source – NextAutos

The first official images of Ferrari’s latest model, the all-new GT California convertible have finally been released after months of tantalizing spy shots and recent teasers. The new model will be available exclusively as a convertible and will feature several firsts for Ferrari including a new automatic folding hard-top, mid-front engine position and dual-clutch technology.

Both the chassis and bodywork are aluminum, and power is derived from a new 4.3L V8 unit with direct injection and a ‘flat’ crankshaft design. The new mill generates 460hp at 7,500rpm and allows the Ferrari California to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 4.0 seconds.

Drive is sent to the rear wheels via a brand new seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and is controlled with the same F1-Trac traction control system that debuted on the 599 GTB Fiorano. Brembo brakes featuring carbon-ceramic discs are fitted as standard.

The car will be officially unveiled to the public at the Paris Motor Show in October. However, over the coming weeks, new photographs and further details about it will also be published.

Source – MotorAuthority