Ferrari 599 GTB Coilovers & Performance Upgrade Guide

Choosing the right Ferrari 599 GTB coilovers is the single biggest handling upgrade you can make to Maranello's front-mid-engine V12 grand tourer. The 2007–2012 599 GTB Fiorano left the factory with a 6.0L, 611-horsepower V12 and adaptive magnetorheological (SCM) dampers tuned for a compromise between long-distance comfort and Fiorano-circuit pace. For owners who want sharper turn-in, a lower stance, and damping they can actually dial in, a dedicated coilover kit — backed by the right wheel spacers, brake pads, and air filters — transforms how the car drives. This buyer's guide breaks down the four upgrades we recommend most for the 599 GTB Fiorano, with real specs, fitment, and pricing.

Why Upgrade the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Suspension?

The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is a front-mid-engine, rear-transaxle grand tourer built from 2006 to 2012. Its 5,999 cc F140 V12 — a detuned relative of the Enzo's engine — produces 611 hp (620 PS) at 7,600 rpm and 448 lb-ft (608 Nm) at 5,600 rpm, launching the car to 62 mph in roughly 3.7 seconds and on to a 205 mph top speed. The "599" references the engine displacement, "GTB" stands for Gran Turismo Berlinetta, and "Fiorano" is the name of Ferrari's private test track, where the chassis was developed.

From the factory, the 599 rides on SCM (Sistema di Controllo Magnetoreologico) adaptive dampers that adjust firmness electronically. They are excellent for touring, but they cannot be mechanically re-valved, they lower the car by only a token amount, and their control units grow expensive as the cars age. Ferrari itself acknowledged the gap with the optional HGTE (Handling Gran Turismo Evoluzione) package, which added stiffer springs, a lower ride height, and revised damper mapping. A quality coilover kit delivers those same handling gains — lower center of gravity, reduced body roll, sharper response — with adjustability the factory never offered. In our Tampa, FL shop, suspension is the first upgrade we recommend for owners who want their 599 to feel as focused as it looks.

Best Coilovers for the Ferrari 599 GTB: KW Variant 3

The KW Variant 3 (V3) is our top coilover pick for the 599 GTB Fiorano. It is a fully mechanical, height-adjustable coilover that lets you set the car's stance with a continuously variable spring perch and then fine-tune the ride separately at each end of the damping curve. What sets the V3 apart from single-adjustable kits is that rebound and low-speed compression are adjusted independently: rebound controls how the car settles over crests and through weight transfer, while compression governs how it absorbs bumps and dives under braking. Every kit is manufactured in Germany with inox-line stainless steel strut bodies for long-term corrosion resistance, and KW's damping is TUV-tested.

Dialing In Stance and Track Width: H&R Trak+ Wheel Adaptors

Once the 599 is lowered on coilovers, wheel fitment becomes the next lever for both looks and grip. H&R Trak+ DRA wheel adaptors bolt to the factory hub and push the wheel outboard, filling the fender gap for a flush stance while widening the track for more mechanical grip. The DRA design also converts the mounting face to a 5x114.3 bolt pattern with a 67 mm center bore and 14x1.5 studs, opening up a huge catalog of aftermarket wheels that would not otherwise fit the 599. Every adaptor is hubcentric with a full-contact hub for even load distribution, and H&R machines them from a proprietary alloy with higher tensile strength than 6061-T6 billet aluminum.

NLP Performance stocks the Trak+ DRA adaptors in three widths so you can match your wheel and fender line exactly: 22 mm per side ($206.96), 25 mm per side ($215.96), and 30 mm per side ($233.96). Wider adaptors deliver a more aggressive stance and a broader footprint; narrower ones suit owners who want a subtle correction with the original wheels.

Braking Upgrades: EBC Redstuff Ceramic Front Pads

EBC Redstuff Ceramic pads are the best fast-street brake upgrade for the Ferrari 599 GTB, and they are the affordable counterpoint to an $11,000 coilover kit. Redstuff is a low-dust ceramic compound engineered for powerful cars driven hard on the road: it offers strong cold bite from the first stop, quiet operation, and dramatically less brake dust to coat expensive wheels than a typical OE or track pad. Each set ships with EBC's Brake-In surface coating to speed the bed-in process. For the 599's front axle, these pads restore fresh, confident braking feel without the noise, dust, and rotor wear that come with an aggressive full-race compound.

Freeing Up the V12: BMC Replacement Air Filters

The 6.0L V12 uses two panel air filters, and BMC's full replacement kit includes both. BMC is an Italian filtration brand with deep motorsport roots, and its filters use a multi-layer cotton media that flows more air than standard paper elements while remaining washable and reusable for the life of the car. For a 599 owner, that means a small but genuine improvement in intake airflow and induction sound, plus the long-term savings of never buying disposable paper filters again. It is the lowest-cost upgrade in this guide and a smart addition during any service interval.

How to Build a Complete Ferrari 599 GTB Handling Package

The four upgrades in this guide work best as a system rather than one-off parts. The 599 GTB Fiorano is a heavy grand tourer at roughly 3,722 lb (1,688 kg), and its long wheelbase and front-mid V12 layout reward a balanced approach: control body motion with the coilovers, plant the contact patch with wheel and track-width tuning, then back it all up with fade-free brakes and clean airflow. Below is the sequence our Tampa shop uses when a customer wants to transform how their 599 drives without upsetting its grand-touring character.

In what order should I install these Ferrari 599 upgrades?

Start with the KW V3 coilovers, because ride height and damping define every alignment number that follows. Set your target ride height first, then dial in rebound and compression to taste. Next, address wheels and track width with the H&R Trak+ adaptors so the tires sit correctly under the new stance. Only then finalize a corner-balance and a fresh camber-and-toe alignment — doing it before the suspension is set wastes the appointment. Brakes and the BMC air filters can be fitted at any point, but we like installing fresh EBC Redstuff pads during the same visit so the car leaves fully sorted. A professional install and alignment is not optional on a car of this value; lowering the 599 changes its roll center and geometry, and a proper setup is what turns good parts into a genuinely better-driving car.

What does a full 599 GTB upgrade package cost?

Bundling all four upgrades from this guide — the KW V3 coilover kit ($11,244.00), H&R Trak+ 30mm DRA adaptors ($233.96), BMC air filter full kit ($208.07), and EBC Redstuff front pads ($169.59) — comes to $11,855.62 in parts before installation. The coilover is by far the largest line item and the one that most changes the car; the supporting parts add stance, stopping power, and airflow for a fraction of the total. Owners on a phased budget can start with the coilovers now and add the wheel adaptors, brakes, and filters over subsequent service visits without redoing any earlier work. For a car worth six figures, it is a targeted investment that meaningfully sharpens the driving experience while keeping the 599's signature long-distance composure.

Ferrari 599 GTB Upgrade Comparison

Here is how the four upgrades stack up at a glance. Every product below is confirmed to fit the 2007–2012 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano and is in stock at NLP Performance. Prices and links go straight to the product pages.

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