We convert paddle-shift Ferraris to Manual six-speed with a shift-lever and clutch pedal. The completed converted Ferrari drives and looks like it came from the factory with the stick-shift option. We have converted 430, 456, 575, 612 and 599 Ferraris with great results We performed our first Ferrari manual-shift transmission conversion years ago for a client who bought an F1 Ferrari 575 Maranello, after he was unable to locate a suitable, increasingly-scarce factory 6-speed manual example. It is not news that many Ferrari enthusiasts are happier driving with a manual transmission vs the steering column mounted ‘paddle shift’ F1 semi-automatic gear-shifting. We were able to locate the necessary parts and custom machined some extra components that were needed. End result? A happy customer driving his Ferrari the way Enzo intended. For track driving, F1 shifting is quicker and more efficient. For enjoyable street driving, nothing beats the original manual gear-shifting. It’s a shame that more and more manufacturers no longer manufacture models with a manual transmission option but we will be happy to convert your Ferrari.
2005 Ferrari 599 converted to manually shifted gated 6 speed
2005 Ferrari 599 prior to manually shifted conversion
As the man said: “Real men use 3 pedals.” What do you think?
