Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano: Coilovers & Upgrade Guide

The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is one of the last great front-engine V12 Ferraris – a 6.0-liter, 611-horsepower grand tourer that was never meant to sit stock. If you want to sharpen how your 599 corners, stops, breathes and fills its arches, this guide compares the four best bolt-on upgrades we stock for the 2006–2012 599 GTB Fiorano, starting with the halo suspension pick: the KW Variant 3 coilover kit.

Why the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Is Worth Upgrading

The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is a front-mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive grand tourer built from 2006 to 2012, powered by the 5,999cc Tipo F140 C V12. That engine produces 611 hp (620 PS) at 7,600 rpm and 448 lb-ft (608 Nm) of torque at 5,600 rpm, sending the 599 to 62 mph in roughly 3.7 seconds and on to a top speed above 205 mph. Named after Ferrari's private Fiorano test circuit, it replaced the 575M Maranello and set the template for the F12berlinetta that followed.

From the factory the 599 rides on SCM magnetorheological adaptive dampers tuned for cross-continent comfort. That tuning is deliberately conservative – it favors ride quality over body control. At roughly 3,900 lb with a screaming naturally aspirated V12 over the front axle, the 599 rewards owners who tighten up the chassis, add track width for grip, upgrade the friction material and free up intake airflow. The four upgrades below address each of those areas, and every one is a genuine 599-specific fitment we keep in stock at NLP Performance in Tampa, FL.

Best Ferrari 599 Suspension Upgrade: KW Variant 3 Coilovers

The KW Variant 3 (V3) coilover kit is the best suspension upgrade for the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano because it gives you independent control over both rebound and low-speed compression damping, plus continuous ride-height adjustment – something the fixed factory SCM system can never offer. Rebound tuning controls how the car settles after a bump or load transfer; separate compression tuning controls how the suspension absorbs the initial hit. Dialing them independently lets you set a plush highway ride and a flat, planted track setup from the same hardware.

KW builds the V3 on its inox-line stainless-steel strut bodies, which resist corrosion far better than the plated steel used by most competitors – a real advantage on a low-mileage collector car that lives through seasons. The threaded lower bodies let you lower the 599 progressively to close up the factory fender gap and drop the center of gravity, while preserving usable suspension travel. Every kit is engineered and manufactured in Germany to KW's motorsport-derived damping specifications.

In our experience fitting KW Variant 3 kits to high-value European GTs at our Tampa shop, the real gains come after a proper corner-balance and alignment: with the 599's roughly 3,900 lb set on all four coilovers, you can add rebound clicks for flat, controlled body motion, then back off compression damping to keep the ride livable on the street. The V3 is also fully rebuildable, so it is a long-term investment rather than a wear item you replace every few seasons – an important distinction on a collectible V12 Ferrari that may cover relatively few miles each year.

Ferrari 599 Upgrade Comparison: Which Mod Does What

Each of these four upgrades targets a different system on the 599, so they stack rather than compete. The table below breaks down what each one improves, its standout feature and its price so you can prioritize the build. The KW V3 coilover is the flagship; the rest are affordable, high-impact bolt-ons.

Dialing In Wheel Fitment: H&R Trak+ DRA Adaptors

H&R Trak+ DRA wheel adaptors widen the 599's track to sharpen turn-in and let wider or deeper-offset wheels sit flush in the arches. These are true hub-centric adaptors with a 67mm center bore and a 5x114.3 bolt pattern, secured with 14x1.5 hardware, so the wheel is centered on the adaptor and the adaptor is centered on the hub – no vibration, no wobble. We stock 599-specific fitments in 25mm ($215.96, part hrs5065670) and 30mm ($233.96, part hrs6065670) per-side widths.

Adding 25–30mm of track width per corner does more than improve the look. A wider track increases lateral grip and reduces body roll for a given cornering load, complementing the flatter stance you get from the KW coilovers. Because the DRA design bolts to the hub and provides its own wheel studs, it also opens up aftermarket wheel options that would otherwise foul the factory brakes or hubs.

Stronger Street Braking: EBC Redstuff Front Pads

EBC Redstuff front brake pads upgrade the 599's factory friction with a low-dust ceramic compound engineered for fast-road use on heavy, powerful cars. On a 3,900-lb GT with 611 hp, brake feel and cleanliness matter, and Redstuff (part DP31591C) delivers noticeably firmer initial bite while shedding far less brake dust than OE pads – keeping those signature Ferrari wheels clean. The aramid-based ceramic formula is graded for repeated fast-road stops in the roughly 600°C range, then settles back down for quiet daily driving.

Each set ships with EBC's Brake-In transfer coating already applied, which speeds up the bedding process and helps protect the rotor during the first few miles. At $169.59 for the front axle set, it is the highest value-per-dollar upgrade in this guide – a direct-fit pad swap that meaningfully improves how the 599 stops without the cost or noise of a full big-brake kit.

Free-Flowing Intake: BMC Replacement Air Filters

BMC replacement panel air filters restore and improve airflow to the 599's naturally aspirated V12 while eliminating a recurring maintenance cost. Because the F140 V12 draws through two airboxes, this is sold as a full kit that includes both filters (part FB487/20). Each filter is a washable, reusable cotton-gauze element made in Italy that drops straight into the factory airbox – no tune, no check-engine light, no fabrication.

Compared with the OE paper elements, BMC's multi-layer cotton-gauze media flows more air while still trapping fine debris, and it is designed to be cleaned and re-oiled rather than thrown away. Over the life of a 599 that is a meaningful saving versus repeatedly buying disposable Ferrari filters, and at $208.07 for the pair it is the easiest upgrade on this list to install yourself in the driveway.

How to Choose Your Ferrari 599 Upgrade Path

If you only make one change, make it the KW Variant 3 coilover kit – it fundamentally changes how the 599 rides and handles, and it is the platform every other chassis upgrade builds on. Owners chasing a sharper, more connected driving experience should start there, then add the H&R Trak+ adaptors to widen the track and perfect wheel fitment once the ride height is set.

For owners on a tighter budget, or those who simply want their 599 to stop cleaner and breathe better, the EBC Redstuff pads and BMC filters together cost under $400 combined and can be installed in an afternoon. Our recommended order for a full build is suspension first (KW V3), then wheel fitment (H&R), then brakes (EBC), then intake (BMC) – setting ride height before adaptors and alignment makes the rest of the process far cleaner. Not sure what fits your exact car? Our Tampa team verifies fitment against your VIN before anything ships. Budgeting matters on a car like this too: the KW kit is the major investment at $11,244.00, while the H&R adaptors, EBC pads and BMC filters together add roughly $610 – a complete handling, braking and intake refresh for under $12,000 all-in.