Ferrari Factory Tour for mere Mortals

March 15, 2007 4:36 AM

Whats the best way for a mere mortal (ie: non-owner) to organise a visit the Ferrari Factory in Maranello, Italy?
posted by OzMoges to Travel & Transportation around Maranello, Italy (7 answers total)

I have no evidence on hand to back this up, but I'm under the impression that the Ferrari factory only gives tours to Ferrari owners. Might be worth researching that before proceeding.
posted by saladin at 4:44 AM on March 15, 2007

Response by poster: Thats what ive heard as well. (Well, owners and suppliers). Im wondering if anyone knows of a way around this.

I own a Matchbox Ferrari. Does that count?
posted by OzMoges at 4:48 AM on March 15, 2007

I visited the factory back in 1998 when I was enrolled at Domus Academy. From my experience design schools go too.

The best part is when they take the cars out for a test and shakedown... Imagine 8 cars screaming out of the factory gate at full throttle!
posted by lorbus at 5:34 AM on March 15, 2007

Become friendly with your local Ferrari dealer. Visits are by invitation only.
posted by Ferrari328 at 6:03 AM on March 15, 2007

The advice in this thread (hardly concrete fact, but these guys are a fairly knowledgeable and well traveled bunch) supports Ferrari328's claim that you might be able to snag a tour by arranging it through your local Ferrari dealer.

Good luck, and if you do get in, take lots of pictures!
posted by saladin at 6:17 AM on March 15, 2007

An American- driving a rented Punto- could not get in.

They have a nice museum across the street, though. I think it was 15 Euro to get in.
posted by wfc123 at 8:00 AM on March 15, 2007

You need to own a Ferrari or have a friend that owns a Ferrari bring you along as a guest. A dealership has to set up the tour for you and they need a VIN and proof of ownership to do so. My dad is a Ferrari owner and he has been to the factory several times. I was fortunate enough to go with him a few years ago.
posted by mjger at 12:15 PM on March 15, 2007