Shmidt.Art - Ferrari - FERRARI F40 · 1987 - 1980s

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Ferrari F40 poster by Shmidt.Art, produced in Italy in mint condition (A) with dimensions 84.1 by 59.4 cm and depicting the 1987 F120 two‑seat supercar with front, side and rear views plus engine and technical panels.

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A premium automotive poster dedicated to the Ferrari F40 — the raw, lightweight 1987 supercar created to celebrate Ferrari’s 40th anniversary and embody pure analogue performance.

This portrait A1 artwork presents the Ferrari F40 in its iconic Rosso Corsa finish, combining a powerful three-quarter illustration with front, side, and rear technical views, a detailed twin-turbo V8 engine, chassis cutaway, top view, and carefully arranged specification panels. The warm ivory background and precise blueprint-style linework give the poster the atmosphere of a historic Ferrari engineering document.

Built to Celebrate Forty Years of Performance

The Ferrari F40 was conceived as a focused celebration of Ferrari’s racing heritage. Its design rejects unnecessary decoration in favour of speed, lightness, mechanical directness, and aerodynamic function. Every surface — from the low front splitter to the enormous rear wing — communicates a clear performance purpose.

Twin-Turbo V8 Power

At the centre of the composition is the 2.9-litre twin-turbocharged V8. The detailed engine illustration shows the compact forced-induction layout, turbochargers, intake systems, exhaust routing, and manual transmission. This powertrain gave the F40 its explosive acceleration and unmistakable turbocharged character.

Composite Body Construction

The F40’s lightweight philosophy is highlighted through its composite bodywork and stripped-back engineering. Fibreglass, Kevlar, and carbon-fibre elements helped reduce weight, while the minimal interior and exposed mechanical character kept the focus firmly on driving.

Pure Analogue Speed

The F40 represents the final road-going Ferrari developed under Enzo Ferrari’s direct influence. Its manual 5-speed gearbox, rear-wheel drive, rear-mid-engine layout, turbocharged V8, and low dry weight create an intensely direct driving experience with no electronic filters between the driver and the machine.

Purposeful Aerodynamic Design

The poster emphasizes the F40’s unmistakable silhouette: fixed headlights, deep front air openings, large side intakes, a low roofline, wide rear haunches, and a towering rear wing. The rear view reveals the distinctive circular taillights, central exhaust outlets, engine cover ventilation, and aggressive diffuser treatment.

Detailed Illustrated Composition

The artwork includes:

Large three-quarter Ferrari F40 illustration in Rosso Corsa
Front orthographic view
Side profile with technical proportions
Rear view
Detailed 2.9-litre twin-turbo V8 and transmission illustration
Top-down technical drawing
Side cutaway showing the composite body structure
Engine cover and rear wing detailing
Technical specification panel
Period-inspired typography and engineering presentation

The red bodywork, black aerodynamic elements, pale technical drawings, and aged ivory background create a strong archival racing aesthetic. This A1 portrait poster is ideal for a garage, office, studio, motorsport room, showroom, living space, or serious Ferrari collection.

Specifications

Model: Ferrari F40
Year: 1987
Type: F120
Body style: Two-seat supercar
Engine: 2.9 L twin-turbo V8
Power: 478 CV
Torque: 577 Nm
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Layout: Mid-engine
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Dry weight: 1100 kg
Body construction: Composite body

A powerful decorative piece celebrating one of Ferrari’s most uncompromising road cars — a lightweight twin-turbo V8 supercar built around speed, mechanical simplicity, and pure analogue intensity.

The poster will be carefully packed for shipping to ensure safe delivery.

AI disclosure: This poster design was created using generative AI and subsequently reviewed and manually edited by Shmidt.Art.

Seller's Story

Shmidt.Art creates automotive-inspired wall art celebrating iconic classic and modern cars. Our technical-style poster designs focus on engineering, proportions and timeless automotive character. Each piece is professionally produced with close attention to detail and securely packed for international delivery.

A premium automotive poster dedicated to the Ferrari F40 — the raw, lightweight 1987 supercar created to celebrate Ferrari’s 40th anniversary and embody pure analogue performance.

This portrait A1 artwork presents the Ferrari F40 in its iconic Rosso Corsa finish, combining a powerful three-quarter illustration with front, side, and rear technical views, a detailed twin-turbo V8 engine, chassis cutaway, top view, and carefully arranged specification panels. The warm ivory background and precise blueprint-style linework give the poster the atmosphere of a historic Ferrari engineering document.

Built to Celebrate Forty Years of Performance

The Ferrari F40 was conceived as a focused celebration of Ferrari’s racing heritage. Its design rejects unnecessary decoration in favour of speed, lightness, mechanical directness, and aerodynamic function. Every surface — from the low front splitter to the enormous rear wing — communicates a clear performance purpose.

Twin-Turbo V8 Power

At the centre of the composition is the 2.9-litre twin-turbocharged V8. The detailed engine illustration shows the compact forced-induction layout, turbochargers, intake systems, exhaust routing, and manual transmission. This powertrain gave the F40 its explosive acceleration and unmistakable turbocharged character.

Composite Body Construction

The F40’s lightweight philosophy is highlighted through its composite bodywork and stripped-back engineering. Fibreglass, Kevlar, and carbon-fibre elements helped reduce weight, while the minimal interior and exposed mechanical character kept the focus firmly on driving.

Pure Analogue Speed

The F40 represents the final road-going Ferrari developed under Enzo Ferrari’s direct influence. Its manual 5-speed gearbox, rear-wheel drive, rear-mid-engine layout, turbocharged V8, and low dry weight create an intensely direct driving experience with no electronic filters between the driver and the machine.

Purposeful Aerodynamic Design

The poster emphasizes the F40’s unmistakable silhouette: fixed headlights, deep front air openings, large side intakes, a low roofline, wide rear haunches, and a towering rear wing. The rear view reveals the distinctive circular taillights, central exhaust outlets, engine cover ventilation, and aggressive diffuser treatment.

Detailed Illustrated Composition

The artwork includes:

Large three-quarter Ferrari F40 illustration in Rosso Corsa
Front orthographic view
Side profile with technical proportions
Rear view
Detailed 2.9-litre twin-turbo V8 and transmission illustration
Top-down technical drawing
Side cutaway showing the composite body structure
Engine cover and rear wing detailing
Technical specification panel
Period-inspired typography and engineering presentation

The red bodywork, black aerodynamic elements, pale technical drawings, and aged ivory background create a strong archival racing aesthetic. This A1 portrait poster is ideal for a garage, office, studio, motorsport room, showroom, living space, or serious Ferrari collection.

Specifications

Model: Ferrari F40
Year: 1987
Type: F120
Body style: Two-seat supercar
Engine: 2.9 L twin-turbo V8
Power: 478 CV
Torque: 577 Nm
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Layout: Mid-engine
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Dry weight: 1100 kg
Body construction: Composite body

A powerful decorative piece celebrating one of Ferrari’s most uncompromising road cars — a lightweight twin-turbo V8 supercar built around speed, mechanical simplicity, and pure analogue intensity.

The poster will be carefully packed for shipping to ensure safe delivery.

AI disclosure: This poster design was created using generative AI and subsequently reviewed and manually edited by Shmidt.Art.

Seller's Story

Shmidt.Art creates automotive-inspired wall art celebrating iconic classic and modern cars. Our technical-style poster designs focus on engineering, proportions and timeless automotive character. Each piece is professionally produced with close attention to detail and securely packed for international delivery.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Designer/artist
Shmidt.Art
Manufacturer/brand
Ferrari
Poster title
FERRARI F40 · 1987
Subject
Graphic design, Transport
Estimated period
1980s
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
A (excellent - mint condition)
Number of objects
1
Height
84.1 cm
Width
59.4 cm
Autographed by a famous person
No
Sold by
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509
Objects sold
98.68%
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