I noticed on ferrari.com: "THE FIRST MODELS IN A NEW CONCEPT OF LIMITED-EDITION SPECIAL SERIES CALLED ‘ICONA’". Sounds to me like Ferrari is going to bring out more 'Icona' class cars over time. This one is just the first.
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I don't know where you heard that but it is not true. Ferrari has released the stats and performance data, even though no laptimes. The SP2 has the same dry weight as the standard 812 (the SP1 is 20 kilow lighter) and the same acceleration numbers to 100 and 200 kph. Top speed is of course lower due to aero; officially stated as >300 kph. It will probably be slower round a track even compared to a standard 812. What Ferrari has said is that it has the most powerful engine in a road going F car, which is true, at 810 CV. Then again, the LF has 965 all in all and is lighter. People should keep in mind that this is "just" an 812 in a fancy, collectable, dress.
They did also trim profit expectations and push out the launch date of the SUV. Might have had something to do with the price drop !
Been through the official pictures and really like this and the Icona concept.Well thought out and well executed. One small criticism.I love both Loro Piana and Berluti (could potentially be some great products as a result of the collaboration) but the race suit and helmet are just naff. Neither Gianni Agnelli nor Luca would have allowed them.
Agreed. There's not a single angle or detail that I don't love. Such an amazing job by Manzoni and his team. Hats off.
The Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2 unveiled the first models in a new concept of limited-edition special series called ‘Icona’ Iconic cars whose sophisticated design and engineering is inspired by legendary Ferrari Sports cars of the past Maranello, 18 September 2018 – The new Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2 have been unveiled on occasion of the company’s Capital Market’s Day at the factory in Maranello. These limited-edition special-series cars are the first in a new segment called ‘Icona’ and draw inspiration from the most evocative Ferraris of the 1950s and feature the most advanced sports car technology available today. Aimed at dedicated clients and collectors, the Monza SP1 and SP2 reference the iconic Ferrari racing barchettas of the past, not least the 1948 166 MM, which originally inspired the name ‘barchetta’, and the 750 Monza and 860 Monza. Designed with the sole aim of winning, these uncompromising models helped build the Ferrari legend in the 1950s by delivering numerous victories in the World Sports Car Championship. The Ferrari Monza SP1 was designed as an uncompromising single-seat road car that offers a truly unique experience behind the wheel. The second configuration, the Monza SP2, thanks to the elimination of the tonneau cover and the addition of a second protective screen and a second roll-bar, is instead a two-seater enabling the passenger to share the same driving sensations. The Monza SP1 and SP2 feature a unique design, the best weight-to-power ratio of any barchetta, thanks to the extensive use of carbon-fibre in construction, and distinctive details, such as head-and tail-lights, wheels and interior, which further enhance the cars’ exclusivity. Equipped with the most powerful engine Maranello has ever built, a 810 cv V12, they can sprint from 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 7.9 seconds. The architecture of the two cars is based on a monolithic form with an aerodynamic wing profile where the complete absence of a roof and windscreen gave the designers the freedom to create unique proportions that would not have been possible on a traditional spider. The result is the feeling of blistering speed normally only experienced by Formula 1 drivers, which derives from the concept of a cockpit carved from the car’s very volume that wraps around the driver. The Ferrari Design Centre has sought to create a very pure design, as though born of a single pencil stroke, to convey an ideal of timeless elegance, minimalist form and refined detail. Visually complex solutions, such as those seen on recent racing cars, have been avoided, giving way to a more understated formal design language. Never has a model expressed such a narrative power, highlighting its appeal as a driver’s car where the link between man and automobile becomes symbiotic. A radical choice was made for the design of the cars’ compact doors which open upwards. Equally important is the all-carbon-fibre one-piece bonnet-wing assembly which is hinged at the front to showcase the imposing V12 engine once open. As with racing models, the bodyshell of both cars is made entirely from lightweight carbon-fibre. The entire interior is trimmed in the same material with a natural finish to enhance the sporty impact of the design. Weight reduction and the ‘barchetta’ configuration guarantee unique vehicle dynamics: perfectly balanced with no roll whatsoever for pure, uncompromising sports-car handling. Because these are authentic “en plein air” sports cars, one of the greatest challenges in their design was managing the aerodynamic flows inside the cockpit in the absence of a windscreen. The solution was the innovative patented “Virtual Wind Shield” which has been incorporated into the fairing ahead of the instrument panel and the steering wheel. The “Virtual Wind Shield” deviates a part of the air flow to maintain driving comfort. Especially for Monza SP1 and SP2 owners Ferrari, in collaboration with two leading luxury brands, Loro Piana and Berluti, has created elegant gentlemen-driver-inspired apparel and accessories. The driver’s selection includes racing overalls, jersey, helmet, gloves, scarf and driving shoes. These feature a number of technical solutions to guarantee a comfortable fit and ensure freedom of movement while driving.
I think it might look even better if it had a low cowling type windshield. maybe like the one on the mach 1 from speed racer cartoon. probably more comfortable to drive at speed too.
Well, thats probably almost 320kg (700lbs) less than the 812 upon which its based. I think a car with 810 cv (Ferrari's current favorite measure of HP) and 3,300lbs real world curb weight would be pretty darn fast!
+100!!! Well said !! If I ever get the chance to own this Il jump at it ! It would look SPECTACULAR with wire borrani eve wheel ...
I assume the USA version will have much larger indicators (side markers) which, honestly, I find quite ironic as using them doesn't seem very popular in the states... https://www.evo.co.uk/ferrari/21733/new-ferrari-monza-sp1-and-sp2-first-of-new-icona-special-series
