Reviving Legends - Legendary cars have always been a wellspring of inspiration for designers worldwide, and the 1962 Ferrari 250 GT SWB 'Breadvan' stands as a prime example. Recently, Dutch coachbuilder Niels van Roij Design paid homage to this automotive icon with the creation of the Ferrari Breadvan Hommage.
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| The Ferrari Breadvan Hommage built Niels van Roij Design as one-of-a-kind retro shooting brake, based on the Ferrari 550 Maranello, commissioned by a German enthusiast in early 2019 for an undisclosed sum. (Picture from: TorqueCafe) |
Nearly six decades after the original Breadvan graced the roads, this Dutch design marvel breathes new life into the classic. Commissioned by a German enthusiast in early 2019 for an undisclosed sum, the one-of-a-kind retro shooting brake, based on the Ferrari 550 Maranello, has now come to fruition. |
| The legendary 1962 Ferrari 250 GT SWB 'Breadvan' taking as a design inspiration for the Ferrari Breadvan Hommage of Niels van Roij Design. (Picture from: TorqueCafe) |
Crafted entirely by hand, mirroring the Le Mans race cars of the early 1960s, the Breadvan Hommage's body exudes the spirit of the original "La Camionnette" or "Breadvan." The front showcases dual air vents reminiscent of the iconic predecessor, enhancing the aerodynamics with Kamm's innovative tail design for a distinctive rear view.
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| The Ferrari Breadvan Hommage crafted entirely by hand, mirroring the Le Mans race cars of the early 1960s, its body exudes the spirit of the original "La Camionnette" or "Breadvan.". (Picture from: Modifikasi) |
Drawing from the inspiration of the 250 GT SWB, the modern iteration features a cutout in the hood housing clear bubbles, mimicking the six Weber carburetors protected by a plastic cover on the legendary model. The specially crafted headlights installed in the front bumper further reinforce the visual connection with its source of inspiration.
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| Inside, Niels van Roij Design made several modifications, adorning the interior with black leather and blue Alcantara seats featuring a carbon fiber shell. (Picture from: TorqueCafe) |
Italian classic style restoration specialist coachbuilder Bas van Roomen skillfully handcrafted the entire aluminum bodywork after creating a clay model on the donor car. Notably, the windshield is the sole exterior part retained from the original vehicle, ensuring a seamless design with no visible shutter lines.
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| The Ferrari Breadvan Hommage featured with a classic steering wheel, retro-style instrument panel and switchgear, milled from aluminum, add a touch of nostalgia. (Picture from: Modifikasi) |
Inside, Niels van Roij Design made several modifications, adorning the interior with black leather and blue Alcantara seats featuring a carbon fiber shell. The retro-style instrument panel and switchgear, milled from aluminum, add a touch of nostalgia. Door straps, reminiscent of 1960s racing legends, complete this interior transformation.
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| The Ferrari Breadvan Hommage is powered by an unmodified 5,474 cc Quad-cam V12 engine, producing 478 bhp at 7,000 rpm. (Picture from: AutoEvolution) |
Under the hood, the Breadvan Hommage replaces the 550's adaptive dampers with motorsport-spec Koni shocks, offering manual adjustment for compression and rebound. A custom-built exhaust contributes a throaty note, while 20-inch wheels, spaced to increase track width by 2 inches compared to the original, enhance stability.
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| The Ferrari Breadvan Hommage boasts a distinctive rear view designed to enhance aerodynamics, featuring the innovative Kamm tail design. (Picture from: TorqueCafe) |
Powering this tribute is an unmodified 5,474 cc Quad-cam V12 engine, producing 478 bhp at 7,000 rpm. The overall weight reduction from the initial 1,716 kg promises swift acceleration, achieving 0 to 60 mph in a claimed 4.3 seconds, reminiscent of its 1996 counterpart.
In conclusion, the Ferrari Breadvan Hommage seamlessly merges classic design inspiration with modern craftsmanship, creating a unique and awe-inspiring automotive masterpiece that pays tribute to the timeless legacy of the 1962 Ferrari 250 GT SWB 'Breadvan' *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | NIELS VAN ROIJ DESIGN | AUTOCAR | MOTOR1 | TORQUECAFE | AUTOEVOLUTION ]Note: This blog can be accessed via your smart phone.
