A young italian was arrested by the police in Asti, northwestern Italy, after being accused of forging a Ferrarispecifically an F430, which he built by hand from another car of the brand Toyota to which he modified the bodywork and exterior appearance.
The 26-year-old Italian was driving his “Ferrari” on the roads of Asti until he was arrested a few days ago in a routine check, the Finance Guard reported on Wednesday.
Italian youth arrested for counterfeiting Ferrari
According to the authorities, the shields, logos, tires, hood, wheel protectors, brake calipers and steering wheel of a Toyota MR Coupe were replaced in the vehicle, so that it simulated being one of the famous sports cars of the Italian brand.
the assumption Ferrariimitating the design of the “Pininfarina” model that was produced between 2004 and 2009, was confiscated by the authorities, who reported the owner to the prosecutor’s office due to the “unauthorized use of registered trademarks.”
In its statement, the police determine that the seizure “of one of the most well-known and appreciated symbols of Italian style in the world” is due to the “permanent commitment of the Finance Guard to fight against the illegal supply chains of fake Made in Italy ».
The car, which at first glance could pass for a real Ferrari, was confirmed as a forgery by the investigating experts.
The Ferrari F430 it’s a two-door sports car Two-seater produced from 2004 to 2009, as a better version of the Modena. It is sold with coupe and convertible bodies. It is worth mentioning that this type of car can be sold for 270 thousand dollars.
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