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Ferrari 488 GTB LIBERTY WALK By HitachiMedia

GT3 (2010)Ferrari
660 hp
Horsepower
1475 kg
Weight
RWD
Drivetrain
2015
Year

Ferrari 488 GTB Liberty Walk (Super Street)

The Ferrari 488 GTB Liberty Walk is a wild, street-focused widebody build based on Ferrari’s twin-turbo V8 supercar, transformed with aggressive aero, lowered stance, and signature Liberty Walk presence. It takes the refined performance of the 488 GTB and turns it into something far louder, louder-looking, and much more dramatic for sim driving.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 3.9L twin-turbocharged 90° V8, mid-mounted, longitudinal

  • Total Output: ~660 hp

  • Redline: ~8,000 rpm

  • Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual

  • Weight: ~1,475 kg

  • Dimensions: ~4,568 mm long × 2,000+ mm wide with widebody kit × 1,213 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,650 mm

  • Tires: Performance street tires on deep-dish aftermarket wheels

  • Brakes: Carbon-ceramic discs with multi-piston calipers

  • Layout: Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Ferrari 488 GTB Liberty Walk is a rear-driven, turbocharged street weapon that blends supercar pace with a more raw and expressive driving style than a stock 488. The widebody kit and lowered suspension give it a planted look and added stability, but the chassis still reflects the personality of a mid-engined Ferrari: sharp turn-in, strong mid-corner balance, and plenty of sensitivity on throttle.

Engine & Sound: The twin-turbo V8 has a deep, punchy note with a hard-edged spool sound and a strong surge once the turbos come on boost. It lacks the instant scream of Ferrari’s older naturally aspirated V8s, but makes up for it with a muscular mid-range and satisfying turbocharged punch on corner exit.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Quick steering response and strong front bite, though the widebody setup can make the car feel a bit heavier than stock.

  • Traction: Good grip in the dry, but rear traction still needs respect when applying power aggressively out of slow corners.

  • Braking: Excellent stopping power with stable high-speed braking and good pedal feel.

  • Top Speed: Strong straight-line performance, especially with turbo boost and long gearing, though aero and tire choice influence the final number.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it smoothly and let the turbo torque do the work. It rewards clean inputs and early setup for exits, especially on fast street circuits or technical mountain-style tracks where the wide stance and torque delivery can really shine.

Livery & Aesthetics: This thing is all attitude — enormous arches, exposed fasteners, low ride height, and unmistakable Liberty Walk style. On track, it looks more like a show car that escaped the paddock and found its way into a serious street battle, with Ferrari’s sculpted bodywork still peeking through the visual chaos.

Whether you're carving through traffic, chasing lap times, or just enjoying the spectacle, the Ferrari 488 GTB Liberty Walk is a dramatic and charismatic addition to any sim garage.