Le Mans (France), 13 June
2025 – On the eve of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, Ferrari unveiled the 296 Speciale
with the Piloti Ferrari configuration, the latest expression of the Tailor Made
programme. This exclusive configuration was designed to celebrate the successes
achieved in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) and to honour Ferrari
client racing drivers. The official debut fittingly took place at the Circuit
de la Sarthe, home of the legendary French endurance race scheduled for this
weekend. The unique specification, reserved for clients involved in Ferrari’s
official sporting activities — both competitive and non-competitive — is
inspired by the 499P, overall winner of the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2023 and
2024 in the Hypercar category. Designed for those who live the track firsthand,
this special livery and finish reflects the identity of a community of client
racing drivers who actively contribute to Ferrari’s racing legacy.
The Piloti Ferrari 296
Speciale is offered in four racing-inspired colours: Rosso Scuderia, Blu Tour
De France, Nero Daytona, and Argento Nürburgring. The exterior livery, inspired
by that of the 499P and finished in Giallo Modena, features a hand-painted WEC
logo, the Italian flag on the front bumper, and a customizable number chosen by
the client. The model unveiled at Le Mans bears the number 51, with which
Alessandro Pier Guidi, James Calado, and Antonio Giovinazzi claimed victory in
2023 — the year of Ferrari’s official return to top-tier endurance racing and
the French race’s centenary.
The cabin features racing
seats upholstered in thermoformed black Alcantara®, with inserts made from the
same fireproof fabric used for the official drivers’ suits. The livery number
is also reproduced on the interior carbon fibre, while the technical metal
footwell surface can be customized upon request. Every detail is designed to
reflect the driving experience and sense of belonging shared by those
passionate about competition. The personalisation is completed by a carbon
identification plaque and a carbon-fibre door sill with an exclusive
customizable dedication.
296 speciale
The 296 Speciale is a
special version of Ferrari’s mid-rear-engined berlinetta that represents the
extreme evolution of the 296 GTB, setting a benchmark in driving enjoyment. The
plug-in hybrid powertrain combines a 120-degree twin-turbo V6 with an electric
motor, delivering a total output of 880 cv. The ICE has been lightened and
reinforced with components also derived from Formula 1, while the 8-speed DCT
transmission has been optimized with the Ferrari fast shift strategy to
maximize electric torque and make gear changes even quicker and more engaging.
Weight has been reduced and aerodynamic downforce increased by 20% compared to
the 296 GTB. The chassis has been revised for even more responsive and precise
track behaviour; the new extra boost software strategy delivers full power
during high-performance laps. Its compact dimensions and design integrate
radical technical solutions—such as rear gamma wings, suspended splitters, and
an enlarged diffuser evoking a racing aesthetic.
499P
The 499P is the Hypercar
with which Ferrari returned to the top class of the FIA World Endurance
Championship in 2023, after a 50-year absence. Designed according to Hypercar
regulations, it features a carbon-fibre monocoque chassis and double wishbone suspension.
The hybrid powertrain combines a structural, load-bearing 3-litre twin-turbo V6
with a front electric motor, delivering around 680 cv and active all-wheel
drive above 190 km/h. The electric unit also contributes to regenerative
braking. Aerodynamics are optimized for efficiency and stability on all types
of circuits. The 499P won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2023 and 2024 with cars
#51 and #50 from the official Ferrari – AF Corse team, marking a triumphant
return to the most prestigious endurance race.
FERRARI TAILOR MADE
Ferrari Tailor Made is the
exclusive programme for clients who wish to personalize every element of their
Ferrari, creating a car that truly reflects their character and tastes. Clients
are assisted by a team of experts led by a personal designer who interprets
their desires while respecting Ferrari’s aesthetic standards. The range of
choices is virtually limitless, with the three collections — Classica, Inedita,
and Scuderia — guiding clients through a world of exclusivity, elegance, and
uniqueness.