McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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Ferrari news from duPont REGISTRY News, updated daily with model reveals, first drives, auction results and current market prices. Our coverage runs across the whole line-up, from the 296 and 296 Speciale to the SF90 XX, the 12Cilindri and the F80. We also follow the earlier cars that built the reputation of the Prancing Horse over seven decades. Reporting comes from the Monterey and Pebble Beach auction floors, and from first drives of new models as they arrive. One thing separates this from other supercar news: many of the Ferraris covered here are listed for sale on the duPont REGISTRY marketplace. Read the story, then see what an example is genuinely worth. For Ferrari news today, and the exotic car news around it, start here.

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 27, 2026

2026 Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider Listed For Sale

The V12 engine has been important to Ferrari for the entire history of the manufacturer. From the racetrack to the road, V12 engines have laid at the hearts of Ferrari’s most historic, celebrated, powerful, and noteworthy creations throughout the years, and even as electrification becomes more prevalent in the automotive industry, including within Ferrari’s lineup, V12s have remained present. The latest V12-powered model from Ferrari is the 12Cilindri, named after the legendary engine that powers it. Alongside the coupe variant of the model, Ferrari also introduced the 12Cilindri as an open-top Spider, succeeding the Ferrari 812 GTS, and continuing a legacy of open-top front-engined Ferrari V12s that includes icons like the Ferrari 365 GTS/4 “Daytona.” One of the most coveted Ferrari models currently on the market, the Ferrari 12Cilindri coupe has become available in the second-hand market, with several examples of the V12-powered grand tourer listed on duPont REGISTRY, the source for supercars since 1985. However, the Spider variant of the Ferrari 12Cilindri is also available, as a 2026 Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider for sale has been listed on duPont REGISTRY. <- Gallery -> Available at Scottsdale Ferrari, in Phoenix, Arizona, this 2026 Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider for sale is a unique and head-turning example. Finished with a unique Turchese Dry exterior paint color, the configuration pairs it with interior upholstery in Bianca leather with Flash Orange Alcantara details. With only 83 miles on its odometer, the car is also presented in near-new condition, ready for a collector to enjoy its V12 performance, striking design, luxurious craftsmanship, and open-top thrill. If you are interested in owning this stunning 2026 Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider for sale, you can click below to view the price and listing. In addition, explore flexible financing options with duPont REGISTRY Finance. View Listing

By Khris Bharath – October 20, 2026

Ferrari Hypersail Nears Final Assembly as Its Flight Technology Comes Into Focus

Ferrari has completed the hull of its 100-foot Hypersail racing yacht and detailed the flight-control technology intended to lift the monohull above the water, marking another step toward its first sea trials. The finished hull carries its full livery, with Grigio Hypersail defining the carbon-fiber body, contrasting Giallo Fly elements, a historic Ferrari shade that traces back to the 275 GTB, and Ferrari's Prancing Horse worked into the bow. The foils, keel and rudder are now at the shipyard as the project moves toward final assembly. When Ferrari first unveiled Hypersail last year, it framed the project as an attempt to transfer Maranello's engineering expertise from road and racing cars to ocean sailing. We later looked more closely at its construction and how the racer represents a new performance frontier for the Italian marque. This latest update explains how the yacht will be controlled once it rises onto its foils. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ferrari Hypersail (@ferrarihypersail) For those unfamiliar with foiling yachts, the principle is similar to an aircraft wing working underwater. As speed builds, the foils generate lift, raising most of the hull clear of the sea. With less hull dragging through the water, resistance falls, and speed can rise. Hypersail uses three main control points; the side foils provide lift, the rudder carries a small movable flap for constant corrections, and the keel has its own foil with another movable flap. Together, they stabilize the boat once it is foil-borne. Propulsion comes from the wind acting on Hypersail's sails, with no combustion engine or conventional fuel aboard. Solar panels integrated into the deck, deckhouse, and topsides, along with wind turbines, instead generate electricity for Flight Control, the appendages, and other onboard systems. The yacht will also use a rotating mast with winglets and a double-skin mainsail. At the center is Flight Control, an automated system drawing on Ferrari's automotive electronics and dynamic-control expertise. It analyzes wind, waves, speed, and heel angle, while sensors track sea state and hull movement. An onboard computer calculates corrections and actuators move the appendages in real time, much like active vehicle-control systems continually adjust a car to changing conditions. More than 20 patents have emerged from the program, highlighting the level of innovation built into Hypersail. <- Gallery -> The hull is built from multiple layers of carbon fiber, while highly stressed areas such as the foil arms and mainsail traveler use carbon fiber and titanium. Each hydrofoil spans roughly nine meters, with a thin titanium shield protecting the carbon structure from cavitation erosion. The wing arms are also retractable, drawing the foils closer to the hull when raised or in dock. Enrico Voltolini leads the project, while Guillaume Verdier remains naval architect. The program has brought together expertise from automotive, aeronautics and marine engineering, while automation handles functions that can be optimized electronically and leaves the crew to make the strategic calls. The mast and sails are being developed separately before Hypersail moves to its new base in Livorno for final assembly, debugging, and commissioning ahead of its first sea trials. View All Ferraris for Sale Images: @Ferrarihypersail

By Khris Bharath – October 19, 2026

Ferrari Tailor Made Purosangue Revealed With Liquefying Blue Gradient Finish

Ferrari has unveiled a bespoke Purosangue through its Tailor Made program, which allows customers to commission highly personalized specifications. This latest creation features the V12 four-door in a blue gradient that the Italian marque says makes the paintwork appear almost liquid under changing light. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ferrari (@ferrari) The finish shifts between gloss Blu Montreal 95 and Blu Francia Tsuzuki across the bodywork. The darker shade dominates the upper surfaces while a brighter blue emerges across the flanks and lower body, causing the finish to change with the viewing angle. Instead of dividing the two colors with a stripe or contrasting panel, Ferrari seamlessly blends one into the other through a process the company describes as producing a “liquefying effect” as light moves across the car. Inside, the cabin carries the same blue-led theme, with Cobalt Poltrona Frau leather across the seats and trim, Black Ultrasuede, and blue-thread stitching. The Cavallino embroidered on each headrest is rendered in Madeira Polyneon Black thread, allowing it to blend discreetly into the surrounding cabin. The specification sits within Inedita, one of three collections Ferrari offers through Tailor Made alongside Scuderia and Classica. Ferrari positions Inedita around experimentation and innovation, particularly in styling, colors and materials, with customers assisted by a dedicated designer. The marque recently explored similarly extensive personalization with its American Grand Tour Atelier Collection, comprising 10 curated Purosangue configurations. Ferrari did not indicate that the car differs mechanically from the standard Purosangue. As one of the few remaining production models powered by a V12, Ferrari’s first four-door, four-seater employs a naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 producing 715 horsepower and 528 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch transaxle and Ferrari’s 4RM-S all-wheel-drive system. Ferrari quotes 0-62 mph in 3.3 seconds and a top speed of roughly 193 mph. View All Ferrari Purosangues for Sale Images: @Ferrari

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 16, 2026

Ferrari Announces New Cavalcade Classiche

Ferrari has nearly 80 years of history behind its incredible brand, with a portfolio that includes some of the world’s most desirable and celebrated cars. Having such an impressive lineage of classics, Ferrari puts together Cavalcade Classiche events where drivers bring some of Ferrari’s most regarded historic vehicles together for an amazing driving experience. Combining the automotive excellence with a stunning setting and a luxurious multi-day driving experience, Cavalcade Classiche events create unforgettable moments surrounding Ferrari classics, and a new Cavalcade Classic event has been announced, taking place on the shores of Italy’s Lake Garda from September 22 to 24. The upcoming event will bring together 75 driving crews, hailing from over 15 different countries. The lineup of cars represents over 30 classic models, including the 1948 Ferrari 166 MM, the F40, the F50, the Enzo, the 365 GTB4, the 275 GTB, the 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso, and more. Alongside the participating drivers and owners, the spectacle of a convoy of classic Ferraris brings excitement for all to the town centers and lakesides throughout the event. Starting on September 22, the first day will trace the southern shore of the lake, exploring San Felice del Benaco, Valeggio sul Mincio, Scaliger Castle, and Parco Sigurtà. After that, the event will continue the next day, climbing the mountains of Brentonico before entering Verona, pausing for a static display. Then, the tour will continue along the Brescia shore of the lake, before stopping for another display at the Vittoriale degli Italiani estate. The final day of the Cavalcade Classiche will see the cars explore Lombardy and Trentino, closing the event with an evening parade and another public display. Showcasing decades of Ferrari excellence in one of Italy’s most beautiful settings, the upcoming Ferrari Cavalcade Classiche is a celebration of Italy’s history and natural beauty, as well as Ferrari’s rich and storied legacy. <- Gallery -> View All Ferrari For Sale Image Source: Ferrari

By Khris Bharath – September 13, 2026

Ferrari 296 GT Modificata Unveiled as Track-Only Evolution of the 296 GT3 Evo

Ferrari has revealed the 296 GT Modificata, a track-only two-seater developed exclusively for its Club Competizioni GT program, at the Ferrari Racing Days event in Budapest, Hungary. The Modificata name traces back to the 512 M of 1970 and was later revived for the 488 GT Modificata and 499P Modificata. Although it retains the familiar proportions of the road-going 296, the Modificata is much closer in concept to the 296 GT3 Evo, which debuted at the start of the 2026 season. The GT3 Evo is a homologated competition car restricted by racing regulations and Balance of Performance, while the Modificata removes those constraints for non-competitive track use. Its rear-mid-mounted 2.9-liter, 120-degree V6 produces roughly 720 horsepower, which is about 128 horsepower more than the Balance of Performance-limited 296 GT3 Evo. Ferrari says that additional performance gives the Modificata the potential to lap Fiorano three seconds faster than its racing counterpart. Engine revisions focus on the crank train, camshafts, induction system, intercoolers and turbochargers. The turbos retain the GT3 Evo's exterior housings but use bespoke internals informed by the 499P Modificata. Ferrari also developed new tailpipes and revised ratios for the six-speed sequential gearbox with carbon clutch. Visually, the Modificata retains the basic proportions of the road-going 296, but almost everything around them has been reshaped for the circuit. Exposed carbon fiber dominates the slotted front splitter, rear wing and deep multi-channel diffuser, while center-lock wheels, Pirelli slicks and high-mounted twin exhaust outlets reinforce its GT3-derived character. New ventilated steel front discs, revised cooling ducts and an additional lower-bumper intake improve brake thermal management. ABS is calibrated to make the car's performance accessible to drivers of varying skill levels. The same theme carries into the cockpit, with a digital display sitting behind a competition steering wheel, an extensive array of switchgear, exposed carbon fiber, racing harnesses and window nets. Unlike a conventional GT3 race car, however, the Modificata is configured for two. A revised roll bar makes room for a proper passenger bucket seat, dedicated footrest and integrated intercom, allowing an instructor to provide real-time coaching during timed sessions. Ferrari includes expanded data acquisition, onboard video, a rear camera and infrared tire-pressure and temperature monitoring. Buyers can also specify rear radar and personalized liveries. While Ferrari hasn’t revealed exact production numbers, it will be extremely limited, with the purchase including two years, or 12 rounds, of Club Competizioni GT. The 2027 calendar covers Jerez, Misano, Fuji, Indianapolis, Paul Ricard and Spa-Francorchamps, closing at the Finali Mondiali. View All Ferrari 296 for Sale Images: Ferrari

By Khris Bharath – August 19, 2026

David Lee’s Ferrari 250 GTO 'Bianco Speciale' Wins the Tony Hulman Trophy at Pebble Beach

Renowned California-based Ferrari collector David Lee’s 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO ‘Bianco Speciale’ received the Tony Hulman Trophy for 'the most significant race car present' at the 2026 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance during Monterey Car Week. Chassis 3729GT is one of just 36 Ferrari 250 GTOs produced between 1962 and 1964, and the only example Ferrari finished in white at the factory. The competition-bred car’soriginal owner, British privateer team principal John Coombs, commissioned the Bianco Speciale paintwork instead of Ferrari’s traditional racing red. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Commissioner David Lee I Ferrari Ambassador (@ferraricollector_davidlee) The Tony Hulman Trophy traces its origins to a 1993 donation by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Foundation. It honors longtime Indianapolis Motor Speedway owner Tony Hulman, whose ceremonial starting command became synonymous with the Indianapolis 500. The trophy was among several special awards presented at the 75th Pebble Beach Concours, which featured 218 cars from 14 countries and 30 U.S. states. Best of Show went to a 1935 Duesenberg SSJ Special Speedster once owned by Clark Gable and presented by collector Harry Yeaggy. Lee’s collection spans Ferrari road cars, limited-production models and competition machinery. He owns Ferrari’s five modern halo cars in both red and yellow: the 288 GTO, F40, F50, Enzo and LaFerrari. He calls the two sets his “Ketchup and Mustard Collection.” The white GTO now marks the start of what Lee has called his “Mayo Collection.” Lee acquired chassis 3729GT for $38.5 million at Mecum Kissimmee back in January, setting a new auction record for Mecum. As noted on Petrolicious, that sale reinforced the 250 GTO’s position in the eight-figure collector-car market. Bianco Speciale held fifth place on our list of the most expensive cars sold at auction until this past weekend, when Carroll Shelby’s former Daytona Coupe sold for $42.9 million at Gooding Christie’s Pebble Beach auction during Monterey Car Week 2026. The sale not only made it the most expensive American car ever sold at auction, but also the highest-priced collector car sold at auction in 2026. In case you missed how the Bianco Speciale changed hands, the video below features Lee, Mecum Auctions founder Dana Mecum and Kevin Cohen, President of Beverly Hills Motoring, discussing how the $38.5 million deal came together. View All Ferraris for Sale Images: @ferraricollector_davidlee

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 14, 2026

Ferrari Unveils The New One-Off CZ26

Ferrari boasts a lineup that includes some of the world’s most exclusive supercars and performance cars, but there are several levels of exclusivity and rarity within Ferrari’s lineup, as well. At the top is Ferrari’s Special Projects program, where the most discerning Ferrari clients get the opportunity to work with the Ferrari Design Studio to execute a truly unique vision. The latest creation from the Special Projects Program is the CZ26, which builds on the basis of the Ferrari SF90 Stradale to become something truly special. The new Ferrari CZ26 retains all of the performance and technical specs of the SF90 Stradale, but transforms the hybrid supercar with a new design. Ferrari designed the CZ26 to have a “horizontal” design, with a two-box silhouette enhanced by prominent wheel arches. The car features a decidedly clean, minimalistic aesthetic and ‘70s Italian design influence throughout, and its unique body also features specific lighting elements, grilles, and more. Black trim on the roof and pillars visually separates the cockpit from the lower half of the body, which is finished in the exclusive Argento Veloce shade. The silver paint color features a liquid effect that enhances the car’s minimalistic yet flowing silhouette. Details in Rosso Lampante help highlight specific elements and add visual interest. Meanwhile, the wheels of the CZ26 are unique, as well, and natural-finish titanium tailpipes also contribute to the unique aesthetic. <- Gallery -> Black technical fabric is used for the interior upholstery, with inserts in the seats in a color that was designed specifically for the CZ26. Rosso Lampante also provides accents in the interior, creating a cohesive color story inside and out. Satin carbon fiber and gloss carbon fiber come together to provide contrast and a truly bespoke detail, with the gloss carbon fiber having metallic fibers woven into it. An already spectacular supercar powered by a twin-turbo V8 engine with a plug-in hybrid system that powers all four wheels, the Ferrari SF90 Stradale was the perfect basis for Ferrari’s latest Special Projects one-off, the new CZ26, which was unveiled as a new take on Ferrari’s mid-engined berlinetta supercar and created specifically for a United States-based client. View All Ferrari For Sale Image Source: Ferrari

By Tyler Rampersaud – August 06, 2026

Ferrari12Cilindri Spider Gets NOVITEC Upgrades

The Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider is a new V12-powered flagship grand tourer from the cherished Italian manufacturer, combining cutting-edge technology, performance-oriented engineering, and celebrated tradition. With nods to iconic models like the Ferrari 365 “Daytona,” the 12Cilindri is an ode to a longstanding lineage of V12 Ferrari grand tourers, and customization specialist NOVITEC has just unveiled new customizations for its Spider variant. The various customizations transform the visual aesthetic of the car, while also lowering its ride height and tweaking the sound experience of the car. Known for its customizations of some of the world’s most powerful and desirable supercars and exotic cars, NOVITEC lends its signature style to the latest open-top V12-powered Ferrari icon. Carbon fiber, a signature material in NOVITEC customizations, can be seen in the aerodynamic modifications it has unveiled for the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider. These include a lip spoiler, surrounds for the side air and central air intakes, and the panel between the headlights. Other carbon fiber parts from NOVITEC can be seen on the Ferrari12Cilindri Spider’s hood air intakes, behind the front wheel arches, the side mirrors, and inside the engine bay. <- Gallery -> At the rear, NOVITEC added a three-piece lip spoiler to increase downforce, along with a diffuser and rocker panels, and all of the carbon fiber parts feature a high-gloss finish. Meanwhile, the NOVITEC-customized Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider also features custom alloy wheels, created in collaboration with Vossen, with 21- and 22-inch staggered diameters. The customization also features sport springs, which slightly lower the ride height and enhance the handling. Known for its custom exhaust systems, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider is no exception, as NOVITEC developed a system for the car. Actively controlled butterfly valves give the sound experience of the 12Cilindri Spider a dynamic character, with drivers being able to choose whether the V12 engine is subtle or sporty. Made from stainless steel or INCONEL, the system can also be equipped with gold plating for optimal heat dissipation. The custom tailpipes are also available in matte black or with gold plating, and the customization also includes sports catalysts. Also available for the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider are interior customizations from NOVITEC. Transforming the open-top V12 Ferrari grand tourer, NOVITEC lends its signature style and tweaks to yet another high-performance icon. View All Ferrari 12Cilindri For Sale Image Source: NOVITEC

By Khris Bharath – August 01, 2026

Ferrari USA Reveals 10 Bespoke Purosangues with American Grand Tour Atelier Collection

Ferrari USA has built 10 one-off versions of its four-door Purosangue exclusively for the United States, a move that underlines how central American demand has become to one of the Italian marque’s most profitable verticals: personalization. The American Grand Tour Atelier Collection comprises 10 cars, each finished in a unique specification themed on a US landscape, from desert dunes to coastal cliffs to mountain forest. "The Sands" pairs Blu Genziana Storico with Sabbia leather for pale desert dunes. "The Coast" reads ocean and weathered cliff through Blu Cangiante and Terra Antica hides. "The Mountains," "The Great Plains," and "The Forests" work through glacial greens and earthy bronzes. The second half shifts from landscapes to roads and adopts a more overtly American palette. "Overlook," "Straightaway," "Byway," "Mountainpass," and "Switchback" run through Rosso California, Blu NART, and Blu America finishes, with red, white, and blue recurring across the final five. <- Gallery -> The United States, of course, is Ferrari's single largest market, taking roughly one in four cars the company sells and generating 28 percent of its net revenue in 2025. Maranello has increasingly leaned on bespoke commissions to lift margins without raising volumes, a "fewer cars, more profit" approach evident across its recent reporting, from strong Q4 and full-year 2025 results to rising revenues and profits in Q2 2026, where operating profit climbed even as shipments stayed nearly flat. Nearly 75 years of V12 grand tourers have answered the American road. The 250 GT California Spider was conceived in the late 1950s for American clients, at the urging of US importers Luigi Chinetti and John von Neumann. Chinetti's North American Racing Team gave its name to the rare 275 GTB/4S NART Spider, of which only 10 were built. The 365 GTB/4 became known as the "Daytona" after Ferrari's 1-2-3 sweep of the 1967 24 Hours of Daytona, a name Ferrari revived again with the Daytona SP3 from Ferrari’s Icona Series. Every car in this collection retains the Purosangue's naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12, which puts out 715 horsepower, one of the last 12-cylinder engines on sale in any segment as rivals move to hybrids and downsized turbo units. While pricing has not been disclosed, the standard Purosangue starts at just over $390,000, but bespoke Atelier cars carry substantial premiums, and used examples already trade well above list, with market data showing a duPont REGISTRY Index (dRi) value of $587,445. View All Ferrari Purosangues For Sale Images: FerrariUSA

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 30, 2026

Ferrari Reports Q2 2026 Financial Results

One of the most recognizable and desirable brands in the world, inside and outside of the automotive industry, Ferrari is not only a legend for its incredible racing and road cars, but also for being an impressive example of business success. In the first half of 2026, Ferrari, like all of the world’s automotive manufacturers, was faced with a challenging global climate, but the historic brand continued to increase its revenue and profit compared to the second quarter and first half of last year. With 1.938 billion Euros in revenue for the quarter, Ferrari increased its revenue by eight percent compared to 2025’s number of 1.787 billion Euros. For the first half of the year, 3.786 billion Euros in revenue represented a six-percent increase compared to the first half of 2025. Meanwhile, Ferrari also increased its net and operating profits in both the first half of the year and the second quarter, the most impressive jump being a ten-percent increase in operating profit to 605 million Euros from 552 million, between the second quarters of 2025 and 2026. Throughout the period, Ferrari has increased deliveries of the 12Cilindri and 12Cilindri Spider, as well as the Purosangue and the 296 Speciale family. The Amalfi and 849 Testarossa family spent the period in their ramp-up phase, while the 296 GTS, the Roma Spider, and the SF90 XX were phased out. Meanwhile, two unique new Ferraris were added to the brand’s portfolio in the second quarter alone, each representing opposite ends of the spectrum of Ferrari’s brand: the new Ferrari Luce and the 12Cilindri Manuale. The Luce is Ferrari’s first EV, a powerful and technologically impressive model whose design tapped the talent of LoveFrom, and the 12Cilindri Manuale is a triumphant return of a beloved Ferrari formula, combining a front-mounted V12 engine with a manual transmission. A special limited series model, the 12Cilindri Manuale is already fully allocated. About the results, Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna said, “The robust results achieved in the second quarter reflect our disciplined execution and the continued strength of our strategy. A sustained trend in personalizations allows us to raise the guidance for the year. In a single quarter, we introduced the Ferrari Luce and the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale: two very different sports cars that embody the same Ferrari DNA and demonstrate how we blend tradition and innovation in unique ways. Today we have the most complete line-up in Ferrari history and we continue to experience healthy demand, with an order book that entirely covers 2027.” With positive results for the second quarter and first half of the year, Ferrari is enjoying a successful 2026 despite unique global circumstances. View All Ferrari For Sale Image Source: Ferrari

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