Ferrari's 2017 car according to La Gazetta!

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We'll logically take this with a grain of salt, but Italy's La Gazetta has released a rendition on what they think Ferrari's 2017 war horse will look like.

There is absolutely no reason to believe the publication's reporters have had access to inside information or enjoy a source inside the Scuderia.

But the low-res drawings nevertheless reveal a few interesting details like a return of the shark fin engine cover, a Mercedes W07-inspired front wing and nose.

It's all probably just some intuitive and smart speculation, but until Ferrari's horse effectively prances out of its stable on February 24, it will remain mere conjecture.

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.