Ferrambo: Ferrari-Powered Rambler Wagon
Before
the new Ferrari FF Shooting Break there was only a handful of
coach-built Ferrari Wagons: The legendary 250 GTO “Breadvan” and several 456T “Venice” estates. But what about Ferrari-powered
wagons? This is where the fun really begins, and where the flawless
formula of (Classic car + giant modern engine= WIN) comes into play. The
classic here is a 1960 Nash Rambler Wagon. A venerable member of the
50’s wagon generation, the Rambler is an excellent candidate for Ferrari
power with its 2-door configuration and rear-wheel drive. Add in a 3.6L
V8 from the 360 Modena and this wagon means serious business.
Built
by madman Mike Warn (you’ve always got a job at our “institution”), the
Ferrambo won Autorama’s 2008 Ridler Award- an award given for
impressive creativity and craftsmanship. With top notch engineering, an
insanely beautiful interior, and all the proper bits and pieces, the
Ferrambo certainly lives up to the award. Like all custom wagons, this
devil is truly in the details. Warn and his team mounted the
Modena-sourced V8 amidships with a custom roll-cage, ensuring superior
handling and creating an ultra-rare mid-engined wagon. The Ferrambo
sends 405 Italian stallions to the rear axle (also sourced from the
donor 360) via a 6-speed manual with the classic Ferrari shift-gate. The
Rambler’s rear windows even crack open 5 degrees to ensure the V8
doesn’t overheat. For superior grip and control, the Ferrambo’s wheels
are wrapped in wide Pirelli P Zero rubber, and stopping power comes from
the 360’s excellent rotors and calipers. True to its heart, the wagon
was then painted in Ferrari Corsa Red and adorned with numerous
authentic Ferrari emblems (although the final wagon sadly didn’t get the
360’s stock alloys).
The
Ferrambo is ultimately one of those once-in-a decade projects that
comes along and makes friends with everyone. In place of its original
engine, this Rambler even comes with a hood-storage compartment that
stores custom leather Ferrari luggage- just like a production Prancing
Horse. Because of the exceptional attention to detail and craftsmanship,
the Ferrambo was recently up for sale for a staggering $500,000. While
we’re not sure who purchased this beast (and for how much), what’s
certain is that there is a very happy wagon enthusiast enjoying this
beautiful creation.
July 28th, 2011 (Source: Diver's Street Rods)
Specifications
Engine | 3.6L Ferrari Modena V8 |
Horsepower | 405 hp @ 8,500 |
Torque | 275 @ 4,750 |
Redline | 8500 rpms |
Drivetrain | Mid-Engined, Rear-Wheel Drive |
Transmission | Ferrari 6-speed Manual |
0-60 MPH | Est. 4.0 seconds (SWE) |
Top Speed | Est. 175 (SWE) |
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