Neither the late Michele Alboreto nor the Ferrari F40 need much of an introduction.

One a Former Formula One pilot, who came close to taking the 1985 Driver’s title from four-time Champion Alain Prost, and long-standing tifosi favourite courtesy of his time with the prancing horse in the mid to late-1980s.

The other, arguably the most famous and desirable V8 beast to roll out the Maranello gates: mid-engine, rear-wheel drive, 0-100kph in 3.8s and old man Enzo’s answer to the Lamborghini Countach.

Quick question: how’s your Italian…? >>>

James Gent

James Gent first started as a freelance motorsport writer in the UK, before an urge to be paid a monthly wage saw him move to Dubai in late 2011. A keen motoring enthusiast, he hopes that one day his garage will hold a Lamborghini Countach, as well as a WRC Lancia Delta Integrale.

James Gent

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