Interior: The F430's interior has been redesigned for improved driver ergonomics. The instruments are housed in a new binnacle, and this design, together with the layout of the dashboard, underlines the care that has gone into grouping all the major controls in front of the driver within easy reach. In the driver's direct line of sight are the rev counter, which features new graphics with a choice of either a red or yellow background and a new metal surround, the digital readout of the gear ratio selected (F1 version) and a multi-function display.

The same uncompromising approach to driver control was the inspiration behind mounting the starter button and manettino on the steering wheel. The wheel itself is new with the upper rim flattened to improve visibility in the straight ahead position, and the horn pushes are integrated into the inner rim where they can be easily actioned. The interior reflects the advanced technology and materials employed in the car's construction, and can be personalised with carbon-fibre or aluminium inserts.

The cockpit is noticeably bigger and the already excellent passenger comfort is subsequently increased thanks to a slimmer central tunnel which houses the gear lever turret on the manual version and the F1 console on the paddle-shift version. There is plenty of space behind the rear seats, with a new electrically operated compartment for oddments storage and catch netting to the rear fire wall. The seats have been redesigned for greater lateral containment and the standard electric seats can be substituted by more sporting items with four-point harnesses to order (depending on market).

Carrozzeria Scaglietti: The Carrozzeria Scaglietti personalisation programme is Ferrari's way of ensuring that its relationship with each of its clients is absolutely unique. The programme offers F430 owners a range of racing and styling features and personalised finishes so wide that the possible combinations are virtually limitless. A total of 16 bodywork colours, 12 leather colours and eight colours for the mats are available. Owners can also choose between carbon and aluminium dashboard inserts too and whether they want a yellow or red background for the rev counter. The Programme offers virtually endless freedom when it comes to creating your very own bespoke car.

The personalisation options are divided into four main areas: Racing and Track, Exteriors and Colours, Interiors and Materials, Equipment and Travel. Clients who wish to give their car a sportier flourish will be able to order Ferraris exceptional carbon-ceramic brakes and body-hugging carbon-fibre bucket seats. These may also be combined with a four-point safety harness (depending on market). Last but not least, there's even a leather-trimmed aluminium roll bar (depending on market). Owners can also choose a colour for their car's bodywork that is not included in the standard range or even supply their own sample. "Scuderia Ferrari" shields can be fitted to the wheelarches too and red, yellow or aluminium brake callipers.. Challenge-style wheels are also available.

The F430's interior can be personalised in any number of ways: owners can chose between various leather trim colour combinations or opt for Daytona-style upholstery with perforated inserts. There's even a special leather trim for the rear bench. So detailed is the programme that even the colour of the thread and the spacing of the stitching can be specified. The Travel options include an upgraded stereo system with sub-woofer, a satellite navigation system, and a Bluetooth connection for your mobile to the speakerphone system built into the radio. An exclusive luggage set, specially tailored to fit the F430, is also available.