Historical Ferarri Information

Q - What is the correct red for use on Ferrari F1 models?
A - Depends on the year. At least ten different reds have been used since Sefac Ferrari ran Alfa Romeos pre war. 

Q - Has there only been one kind of yellow shield on the sides of Ferrari F1?
A - No. Up till 1951 no shield was used. the first shields had straight angled tops. Later the shield got a rounded top as used today. Enzo Ferrari would be angry to see customer cars sporting the shield which is only to be used by Gestione Sportiva/Sefac/Scuderia Ferrari. ie the race team cars.

Q - Has the yellow shield always appeared on Ferrari F1 cars?
A - No see above.

Q - What is the origin of the black horse on the yellow shield? 
A - A gift from a WW1 flyer whose Spad had a black horse rampant on the side which was his family arms. Enzo was allowed to "borrow" it for luck. Stuck with him ever since. 

Q - What colors of wheels have been traditionally used on Ferrari F1 cars?
A - They started with black then matt silver but went to light blue when alloys were used instead of wires. Dino wanted gold wheels on his cars and used gold or yellow (Heraldically the same). When Dino died all Ferraris had gold wheels. After Enzo died this tradition has been lost. Sad.

Q - How many versions of the F156 were there? 
A - At least ten are documented. 

Q - What was Ferraris first F1 car?
A - The Tipo 125-1948/01.

Q - What was Enzo Ferrari\'s favorite car of all time?
A - The 312PB short tail. 

Q - What British sedan did Enzo Ferrari drive as his personal transport? 
A - A Mini.

Q - Have Ferrari F1 cars always had the rectangular nose badge? 
A - Yes.

Q - Have Ferrari F1 cars always had the yellow boss and black horse on instruments and steering wheels?
A - Yes, also to start with the instruments had the rectangular ferrari badge