The final version came in 1989 as the Mondial t, bringing substantial changes, especially in the powertrain department.
Visually, the Ferrari Mondial t came with redesigned air intakes, bumpers as well as a bit more flared fenders, giving away a slightly bigger track. Inside it got new seats, a redesigned center console, revised dashboard and door cards. The t was also coming standard with ABS and power steering. A three-way adjustable electronically controlled suspension was also on the list.

Wondering what’s that “t” in the Mondial’s name? Well, it has to do with the new engine and transmission configuration. Unlike the previous generation, which had a transverse mounted engine, the Mondial t housed a longitudinally 3.4 V8 mounted to a transverse 5-speed gearbox, thus creating a T. This configuration was also used on Ferrari Formula 1 cars throughout the 80s.

A semi-automatic transmission named Valeo was added as an optional later which eliminated the need of a clutch pedal. Gear changes were done manually via a gearlever but the clutch would engage and disengage automatically. It’s not much of a difference, performance wise, but it was sparing the driver the “hassle” of handling a clutch.

A total of 840 units were produced, out of which 45 were configured in right-hand drive.