Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale Hosted the Ultimate Ferrari 458 Italia Launch Party

Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale Hosted the Ultimate Ferrari 458 Italia Launch Party

North America's most highly-anticipated sports luxury vehicle made a celebrity-like appearance in South Florida - welcomed by more than 500 excited fans

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (May 18, 2010) - Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale - Home of the Experience, hosted the ultra-exclusive unveiling and launch party for the Ferrari 458 Italia at The Experience showroom on May 6, 2010.

More than 500 of South Florida's hottest VIPs and movers and shakers joined Garrett Hayim, President of Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale - Home of the Experience, for an up-close preview of the nation's most highly anticipated luxury sports car. While the Ferrari 458 Italia was certainly the star of the evening, guests also enjoyed live entertainment spun by famed celebrity DJ Irie, a showcasing of Ritchie Swimwear's latest line modeled by sexy swimwear models, supper-by-the-bite courtesy of East City Grill, a selection of fine wines from Libation the Love Wine, and a tour of the new showroom, a stunning combination of style and speed spread out over 30,000 sq. ft., featuring a variety of new and classic Ferrari and Maserati models…where luxury truly meets passion.

The Ferrari 458 Italia is one of the most highly-anticipated sports cars of the decade. As one of the first dealerships in North America to display the car, Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale invited interested buyers to see the car first hand for the limited time it is at the dealership. There is an extensive wait list for potential buyers and no short list of reasons why, as since its launch at the IAA Frankfurt Motor Show 2009, the 458 Italia has been causing quite a commotion. It features an 8-cylinder two-seater berlinetta with a mid-rear mounted engine and was designed to fulfill the ambitions of Ferrari's most passionate clients. To say the least, the 458 Italia continues the Ferrari tradition of putting the excitement into driving as a result of track-derived technological innovations. Upgrades have been made throughout the vehicle all the while maintaining the performance and stunning visual features Ferrari is known for. With a bold and sleek aerodynamic look, unrivaled power, and envious comfort and ability to handle the masterpiece, the long-awaited Ferrari 458 Italia is finally here and is certainly exceeding expectations.

About Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale - The Home of the Experience

Established in 1983, Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale - The Home of the Experience is South Florida's oldest and most respected dealer of luxury performance Italian automobiles. The recently renovated, brand-new, state-of-the-art showroom and facility showcases the world's most coveted autos. Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale - The Home of the Experience is the only factory-authorized Ferrari and Maserati body shop that also features an award-winning restoration team. The dealership carries a wide array of Ferrari and Maserati parts, accessories, and apparel. Clients have the ability to make service appointments online at its website at www.FerrariFL.com, where interested buyers may also find a full list of the current inventory, news and upcoming events. Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale - The Home of the Experience is located at 5750 North Federal Hwy. in Fort Lauderdale, FL. For more information please call 954.607.7928.