A Ferrari F430 "GTO" Modified for Hill-Climbing with a 760 hp F136 V8
After exploring extraordinary Maserati, Lancia, and Lamborghini models in Italy, Austria, and Australia, we return to France. Vincent Lagache, a hill-climb racer from Vy-lès-Lure (Haute-Saône), competed for years in VHC (historic competition vehicles), including driving R5 Turbos, before switching to modern cars.
Since 2009, Vincent has worked as an automotive restorer and never hid his passion for Italian cars. This passion led him to acquire a Ferrari 458 Challenge for the 2016 season. After a period in VHC racing, he returned in 2023 to the modern GTTS/Production category with a custom-built Ferrari F430, uniquely renamed "F430 GTO" in tribute to the legendary Ferrari 250 GTO.
Engineering Freedom and Modifications
"The regulations allowed us to develop this car, which dates back to 2008, but on which we can make numerous modifications."
The hill-climb regulations gave Vincent the liberty to extensively modify the car. In 2022, he competed in the French Mountain Cup Final with this Ferrari F430. Knowing he needed to dismantle it, Vincent saw an opportunity to transform it into a more advanced machine. After reviewing the rules, he proceeded with significant changes.
Technical Changes
- The Ferrari F430 was stripped down to its bare frame.
- An in-house body kit was added to enhance performance.
- The tire size was changed from the original 19 inches to 18 inches, matching most GTTS/4 category cars.
- The F136 V8 engine was boosted to deliver 760 horsepower.
This tailored approach reflects Vincent Lagache's dedication to pushing the boundaries within hill-climb racing.
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