MARANELLO: Those seeking a more engaging drive with Ferrari's 12-cylinder model can now opt to have the model in manual transmission.
Owning one though might take quite the effort as the model is offered as a limited series of just 1,499 cars - a number that recalls the displacement of the first Ferrari 12-cylinder engine produced in 1947.
Putting the emphasis on the relationship between driver input, mechanics and control at the heart of the driving experience, the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale's prominence comes from its manual-analogue gear command and new clutch pedal that form the Manuale By-Wire system - engineered entirely at Maranello.
The system is paired to an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) gearbox and allows the car to be driven in manual mode in the first six gears and reverse, or in automatic mode. Its rev range has also been extended up to 9,500rpm.
The system is able to mechanically inhibit engagement when the clutch is not depressed or an unauthorised gear is selected to prevent said operation from being completed.
The kinematic mechanism is, however, free to move when the lock is not active.
Bringing greater focus to its new identity is the removal of, for the first time in many years, steering wheel paddles on a Ferrari.
Adding to the car's exclusivity is a dedicated Tailor Made specification and details such as carefully selected exterior colours, interiors enriched with dedicated leather and Alcantara, while featuring exclusive trim and colours from the Prancing Horse’s personalisation programme.
The logo on the side badge is laser-etched, whilst the front splitter and rear wings feature a pinstripe finish that pays a subtle tribute to the 365 GTB4.
Its five-spoke forged alloy wheels come in four exclusive finish options in addition to aluminium door sills engraved with the car’s logo
The embossed scudetto, available exclusively on this edition, is produced using a technique similar to that used for precious coins.
An optional livery that pays homage to the six-speed gearbox is also available in a range of colour schemes.
Seats available in Comfort and Racing versions are enhanced with Tailor Made materials and a specific trim featuring six vertical grooves that echo the six gears.
The Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale is available in 25 iconic Ferrari colours including the standout Rosso Rubino of the launch edition.
Other shades inspired by Ferrari’s heritage include Argento Nürburgring, Nero Daytona, Rubino Micalizzato, Rosso Dino, Giallo Montecarlo, Verde Zeltweg, Azzurro La Plata, Blu Pozzi, Bianco Mille Miglia, and Viola Hong Kong.
Other specially designed details include a dedicated plate in silver or carbon fibre bearing the Tailor Made logo. The standard aluminium door sill features the car’s logo engraved into it, while the optional carbon-fibre sill has the car’s logo painted onto it.
