If you want a Ferrari 599, but you haven't place an order yet you will have to wait another three years. For the 430 Coupe and 430 Spider the waiting list is of 30 months and the wait for a 612 Scaglietti is around 24 months.

Massimo Fedelli, managing director of Ferrari GB, told The Times: 'In many respects Britain is Ferrari's most important territory. Rich people come here to spend their money, so no matter what happens with the economy, I believe the UK market will remain strong.'

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