The Ferrari Club of America
Coppa Bella Machina
FCA Coppa Bella Macchina Overview
Bella Macchina translates loosely to “beautiful machine,” which all Ferraris are; but nothing is more beautiful than a Ferrari in perfect working order, being driven and operated as intended.
The Ferrari Club of America is pleased to host this competition for you and your Ferrari, the successful completion of which will bring you a special award—the “Coppa Bella Macchina.”
This competition is being held in memory of its founder, Donald Andrews.
Objective
Recognition for Ferraris that are in exceptionally good working order, and every component and accessory works precisely as delivered from the factory under driving conditions
Prerequisites
97 points or better in Concours (Platino) and have entered the CBM (also: ownershows car, driver’s license, insurance, registration)
Review the Concourse Completion Sequence Diagram and the Concours, Coppa Bella Macchina, Coppa GT, Futuro Classico Presentations →
Procedure
The CBM evaluator will complete a detailed operational evaluation checklist on two portions of the competition. The evaluation will be awarded on an 100% overall Pass or Fail.
- Static portion
- Road test
In case of a problem
The entrant is allowed 1 (one) hour to fix 1 (one) problem.
Preparation
Check your own car before the evaluation (checklist / manual)
Review Coppa Bella Machina Competition Rules and Test Requirements (rev 2024)
rev. 2024
Review the Concours Competition Sequence Diagram
Review the Concours, Coppa Bella Macchina, Coppa GT, Futuro Classico Presentation
rev. April 2017
Historical failures
- Windshield wipers do not work
- No / inoperable trouble light
- A/C or radio does not work –tape player?
- Glove box does not lock –no key
- No proof of ownership
- Engine missfire
- Turn signals do not self cancel
- Clock does not work
- Seat belts do not work
- Windshield washer does not work
- Door locks do not function correctly
- Flashlight does not work
- Glove box cover does not stay up.
- Trunk / engine cover does not stay up