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Friday, October 10, 2025

Ferrari 599 GTO: Limited, Legendary, and Lightning Fast

Ferocious Elegance - There’s something undeniably special about cars that break the mold — machines born not just from engineering excellence, but from passion, heritage, and a relentless pursuit of speed. Among these rare creations, the Ferrari 599 GTO stands out like a lightning bolt frozen in motion. It's not just another high-performance vehicle. It's a fusion of track-honed precision and road-going elegance, wrapped in a silhouette that screams Italian artistry.
The Ferrari 599 GTO was developed as a street-legal counterpart to the extreme 599XX track car, and it delivered more than just speed — it was raw, sophisticated, and thrilling all at once. (Picture from: Ferrari)
Unveiled in 2010, the 599 GTO made waves as Ferrari’s fastest road car at the time. Built as a road-legal version of the extreme 599XX track car, the GTO wasn’t just fast — it was brutal, refined, and exhilarating all at once. Ferrari’s leadership turned their gaze toward the brand’s legendary past and found inspiration in one of its most iconic creations — the 1962–64 GTO. Reviving that historic name felt like a natural decision. While the lesser-known 1984 GTO, a mid-engine, twin-turbo V8 based on the 308, played only a small role in the naming influence, it was the spirit of the original that truly shaped the identity. And from that legacy, the 599 GTO came to life.
The Ferrari 599 GTO, named after its mighty 5,999 cc V12 engine, unleashes an astonishing 661 horsepower that reflects the car’s deep racing DNA and uncompromising performance. (Picture from: RGCars85 in X)
Named after its massive 5,999 cc V12 engine, the 599 GTO delivers a staggering 661 horsepower, 41 more than its sibling, the 599 GTB. That powerhouse is borrowed from the legendary Enzo, and when paired with significant weight savingsnearly 100 kg lighter than the GTB — the result is blistering performance. How fast? Try zero to 62 mph in just 3.35 seconds, with a top speed brushing 333 km/h.
The Ferrari 599 GTO is more than just performance figures — it’s a beautifully engineered work of art by Pininfarina, where every curve, vent, and detail seamlessly blends function with form. (Picture from: Ferrari)
But the GTO isn’t only about raw numbers. It's a piece of automotive sculpture, styled by the legendary Pininfarina. Every curve, vent, and detail serves a purpose, merging aerodynamics with aesthetics. Even its aluminum chassis, a first for a Ferrari GT car, plays a key role — increasing rigidity while keeping weight low. This wasn’t just a car built to turn heads; it was crafted to dominate corners and conquer tracks.
The Ferrari 599 GTO features an interior wrapped in hand-stitched Italian leather, adorned with exclusive badges and embroidery, and equipped with precision instruments and a firmly balanced steering wheel. (Picture from: CarAndDriver)
What makes the 599 GTO even more exceptional is its exclusivity. Only 599 units were ever made, and every single one was spoken for before the public even had a chance to blink. During its grand debut at the Ducal Palace Military Academy in Modena, attended by top Ferrari names like Luca di Montezemolo and Pierro Ferrari, the buzz was undeniable. Even before reaching the Beijing Motor Show, the entire allocation had been snapped up — leaving many admirers to simply admire from afar. | ziUjpwuLDPk |
Of those 599 masterpieces, just around 125 were destined for the U.S. market. Each car came custom-built, with the buyer’s name tied to the order from the very beginning. Some examples, like the ones maintained in climate-controlled private garages, remain in pristine condition to this day. With Ferrari’s certificate of authenticity and up-to-date service records, these cars are more than just machines — they’re collectibles, stories in motion, legacies on four wheels.
The Ferrari 599 GTO features an aluminum chassis—used for the first time in a Ferrari GT car—that plays a crucial role by enhancing structural rigidity while significantly reducing overall weight for improved performance. (Picture from: Ferrari)
Yet beyond the specs, the craftsmanship, and the exclusivity, what makes the Ferrari 599 GTO unforgettable is its soul. It captures a moment in time when Ferrari pushed boundaries not just to build a better car, but to build the car — one that defines passion, precision, and prestige. The GTO wasn't designed to be just another supercar; it was meant to be a legend. And it still is. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FERRARI | BELROSECLASSICS | CARANDDRIVER | RGCARS85 IN X ]
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Ferrari LaFerrari M4 Mule: The Rare Prototype That Shaped a Hypercar Icon

Unsung Hero - Before any supercar roars to life on the world’s most prestigious roads or earns its badge from Maranello, it must first survive an intensive and often unseen journey behind closed doors. Beneath the flowing curves and aggressive stance of a finished Ferrari lies a story that begins in disguise — a tale told by raw, rugged machines that prioritize performance over polish.
The Ferrari LaFerrari M4 mule was a silent workhorse of the automotive world, built purely for function and representing the rawest phase of development, playing a critical role in shaping future legends long before any final design reached the public eye. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
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: the silent workhorses of the automotive world that play a critical role in shaping tomorrow’s legends, long before a final design is ever revealed to the public. Built purely for function, stripped of glamour, and hidden away from the spotlight, they represent the rawest phase of development — where performance is prioritized over aesthetics. One such rare creation, the Ferrari LaFerrari M4 mule, has now emerged from behind the curtain, unexpectedly capturing attention in a way it was never designed to — not as a showpiece, but as a fascinating piece of Ferrari’s engineering legacy.
The Ferrari LaFerrari M4 mule has now emerged from behind the curtain, unexpectedly capturing attention in a way it was never designed to — not as a showpiece, but as a fascinating piece of Ferrari’s engineering legacy. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
Set to cross the block at RM Sotheby’s Monterey auction, this M4 prototype isn't just another collectible — it's a living chapter of Ferrari’s engineering evolution. Created as an early-stage development mule for the groundbreaking LaFerrari, this machine wasn’t designed for beauty. In fact, it wears its roughness proudly, draped in matte black bodywork with exaggerated edges and functional modifications. Internally designated “F150 Muletto M4,” this one-off beast began its life based on the Ferrari 458, but it carries a heart far more ferocious beneath the surface.
The Ferrari LaFerrari M4 mule, built as an early development prototype for the LaFerrari, began as a Ferrari 458 but wears matte-black bodywork, sharp edges, and functional mods to match the far more powerful hybrid engine hidden beneath. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
Rather than the 458’s standard V8 engine, the M4 mule’s aluminium chassis was re-engineered to host a primitive version of the LaFerrari’s hybrid F140 V12. This powerplant would eventually become the core of a 949-horsepower masterpiece, but in the M4, it was still in its raw developmental form — unrefined, experimental, and powerful. It’s the kind of setup that speaks more to a lab than a showroom, but that’s what makes it remarkable. The mission was never about looks; it was about getting the performance right before sculpting it into a supercar icon.
The Ferrari LaFerrari M4 mule retains elements of the 458 inside, but subtle details like a high-voltage warning sticker on the steering wheel and a secondary battery in the passenger footwell reveal its true identity as a hybrid test machine built for function, not comfort. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
Step inside and you’ll still recognize elements of the 458the dashboard layout, the familiar switchgear — but subtle clues remind you this car was built for testing, not driving pleasure. A high-voltage warning sticker replaces the traditional Ferrari badge on the steering wheel, and a secondary battery sits awkwardly in the passenger footwell, emphasizing the mule’s hybrid DNA and utilitarian purpose.
The Ferrari LaFerrari M4 mule, instead of using the 458’s standard V8, was re-engineered with an aluminum chassis to house an early, unrefined version of the hybrid F140 V12 that would later power the 949-horsepower LaFerrari. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
Visually, only fragments of its donor car remain untouched. The headlights, mirrors, taillights, and Scuderia shields survived the transformation. Everything else has been dramatically reshaped in service of aerodynamics and cooling. The gaping front grille feeds the hungry engine bay, the massive roof scoop channels air with precision, and the oversized rear exhausts stretch out almost comically far, hinting at the raw energy they once channeled during countless test laps.
The Ferrari LaFerrari M4 mule retains only a few elements from its donor car—headlights, mirrors, taillights, and Scuderia shields—while the rest has been dramatically reshaped to serve aerodynamic and cooling needs.. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
While it might lack the jaw-dropping finesse of the final LaFerrari, the M4 mule offers something even rarer: a glimpse into the making of greatness. This isn’t a tribute car, a reproduction, or a showpiece built to impress — it’s the real deal, used by Ferrari’s engineers when the future was still taking shape.
The Ferrari LaFerrari, once the brand’s fastest, most powerful, and most expensive supercar, was also the first car designed entirely in-house by Ferrari. (Picture from: OtoDetik)
For collectors who cherish substance and significance over sheer aesthetic, the M4 mule stands as an irresistible artifact. It's a raw, one-off reminder that every Ferrari hypercar begins not in a design studio, but in a workshop — where form must wait its turn while function takes the lead. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CLASSICDRIVER | MECUM ]
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Thursday, October 9, 2025

Dream Ryder: The Wild 1984 Camaro Z28 Reimagined as Rolling Art

Dreamcrafted Machine - There’s something mesmerizing about how creativity can completely reshape something we think we already know. In the automotive world, that means turning the familiar into the extraordinary. Take the third-generation Chevrolet Camaro — a car recognized by many for its sharp, muscular silhouette and ‘80s performance charm. Now, imagine one so radically transformed that it becomes unrecognizable, yet strangely compelling. That’s exactly what Bill Logan did over the course of 13 years with his singular creation: the Dream Ryder.
The Dream Ryder custom car by Bill Logan, based on a 1984 Camaro Z28 convertible, was on display at the 2015 George Barris Culver City Car Show. (Picture from: DrivingLine)
What started as a 1984 Camaro Z28 convertible ended up becoming a rolling sculpture — not just a car with a custom kit, but a full-body reinterpretation built entirely by hand. Using fiberglass as his canvas, Logan crafted each body panel to fit over the existing Camaro frame. The panels can be removed if needed, but they aren’t merely decorative — they’re the core identity of this one-of-a-kind machine. With a creative vision rooted in dreams, nature, and personal symbolism, Logan wasn’t building for mass approval. He was building something that expressed his reality.
The Dream Ryder custom car by Bill Logan began as a 1984 Camaro Z28 convertible and evolved into a hand-built rolling sculpture with fully removable fiberglass body panels that redefine the car’s entire identity. (Picture from: World Cars From The 1930s To 1980s in Facebook)
Driven throughout its creation, the Dream Ryder was never just a garage-bound project. Logan carefully shaped each element while ensuring the car remained operational, making adjustments while it remained a functional daily driver. Choosing a convertible allowed him complete freedom to reinvent the roofline, unrestricted by structural limitations that come with hardtop models. This opened the door to a truly original silhouette.
The Dream Ryder custom car by Bill Logan features a surreal, almost animalistic front end with fang-like shapes, a tongue-like form, and sculpted birds integrated into the windshield area, giving it an otherworldly, mythical presence. (Picture from: StanceIsEverything)
And original it is. The front end features a surreal, almost animalistic expression, complete with fang-like shapes and what appears to be a tongue. The rear, according to Logan, is meant to mimic the tension and stance of a feline ready to leap — adding a kinetic quality to the design even when the car is parked. Birds also appear sculpted into the windshield areas, giving the vehicle an otherworldly, even mythical energy. These references to animals were intentional, reflecting Logan’s spiritual and artistic beliefs — that life is layered and symbolic, and the Dream Ryder is a mirror of that philosophy.
The Dream Ryder custom car by Bill Logan was driven throughout its creation, as he carefully shaped each element while keeping it fully operational, using the convertible platform to freely reinvent the roofline without hardtop constraints, resulting in a truly original silhouette. (Picture from: AutomotiveAmerican)
Inside, the interior continues the animal theme with seats and dashboard wrapped in faux fur — another bold choice that blurs the line between comfort and concept. It’s a mobile expression of identity, not just a means of transport. Despite its eccentricity, there’s serious craftsmanship here. The bodywork is impressively symmetrical, especially given the organic shapes and oversized contours. That level of precision with handmade panels is no small accomplishment. 
The Dream Ryder custom car by Bill Logan extends its animal-inspired theme to the interior, where the seats and dashboard are wrapped in faux fur, boldly blurring the line between comfort and concept. (Picture from: StanceIsEverything)
Over the years, the Dream Ryder has drawn crowds at car shows and earned multiple awards, consistently turning heads and inviting conversation. It’s the kind of creation that sparks questions and admiration in equal measure. And Logan isn’t stopping at just this one prototype. He’s already developed molds and tooling that could reproduce the design — either for individual builds or as part of a broader venture. Because the third-gen Camaro and its Pontiac counterparts remained relatively consistent from 1982 to 1992, these panels could be adapted to fit many models from that era.
The Dream Ryder custom car by Bill Logan features a rear design intended to evoke the tension and stance of a feline poised to leap, giving the vehicle a sense of motion even at rest. (Picture from: Blacktop Outlaw in Facebook)
For anyone with an eye toward niche automotive customization or even small-scale manufacturing, this opens up some fascinating opportunities. Whether used to build more Dream Ryders, sold as kits, or referenced for future custom creations, the groundwork has already been laid by Logan’s hands. And while the Dream Ryder might not be for everyone, there’s no denying that it’s an unforgettable vision — a car that speaks, quite literally, in the language of dreams. | JuME8_jaVdE | BNxw1BGv0mY |
Where most custom builds chase trends, Bill Logan’s creation runs wild in its own direction. The Dream Ryder doesn’t just invite you to look; it challenges you to see things differently. That might be its most powerful feature of all. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | HEMMINGS | AUTOMOTIVEAMERICAN | STANCEISEVERYTHING | DRIVINGLINE | BLACKTOP OUTLAW IN FACEBOOK | WORLD CARS FROM THE 1930S TO 1980S IN FACEBOOK ]
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1939 Fiat 500 Siata Pescara: The Tiny Italian Racer with a Big Legacy

Gritty Elegance - When we talk about pre-war European sports cars, most people imagine the iconic silhouettes of Alfa Romeos, Bugattis, or maybe a few obscure French marques. But there’s one unsung hero that quietly tells its own tale of innovation, spirit, and racing ambition—crafted not by the biggest names, but by passionate Italian artisans who dared to think differently. This is the story of the 1939 Fiat 500 Siata Pescara, a pint-sized powerhouse that emerged from the backbone of the humble Fiat Topolino, yet carried with it all the ambition of a true thoroughbred.
The 1939 Fiat 500 Siata Pescara. (Picture from: AutomotiveMasterpieces)
Born out of creativity and vision, the Siata Pescara was more than just a modification—it was a reinvention. Siata (Società Italiana Auto Trasformazioni Accessori), known for its skill in tuning Fiats and building lightweight sports cars, took the foundation of the already beloved Topolino and transformed it into something bold and purpose-driven. This wasn’t just a body kit or a facelift. The barchetta-style design, beautifully executed by Carrozzeria Siata, was clean and functional, marked by its distinctive badge just above the side air intakes. With fewer than four ever produced, the car remains a rare gem in automotive history.
The 1939 Fiat 500 Siata Pescara. (Picture from: Motorhead 101 in Facebook)
The very first of these limited creations found its way into the hands of Count "Rino" Fermiani, a nobleman with a racing heart. The car received its first Ravenna plate in April 1940, just in time to enter its debut competition: the I Gran Premio Brescia delle Mille Miglia. Held on a closed circuit, this unique 1940 edition of the legendary Mille Miglia would be the last before war interrupted everything. Fermiani, teamed up with Francesco Lama, pushed the tiny Siata to its limits. Unfortunately, their race ended before the checkered flag, a common fate in such early motorsport adventures. 
The 1939 Fiat 500 Siata Pescara. (Picture from: BarchettaSportscars)
Still, the little Fiat refused to fade into the shadows. When racing resumed after the war, the Siata Pescara was back in the game. In 1946, it entered the Circuito della Superba and made a strong return by finishing fourth in class with Pier Ugo Pirazzoli behind the wheel. Over the next couple of years, a trio of Italian gentlemenFermiani, Pirazzoli, and Zanibonishared both ownership and driving duties, continuing to test the car’s capabilities in a variety of post-war races.
The 1939 Fiat 500 Siata Pescara. (Picture from: BarchettaSportscars)
In 1948, the Siata returned once more to the Mille Miglia, now wearing a more open and aggressive front grille. But even with its renewed look, fortune remained elusive. The car failed to place, yet its story didn’t end there. Instead, its trail through Italian ownership became clearer, allowing historians and enthusiasts to trace its path more accurately over the decades.
The 1939 Fiat 500 Siata Pescara. (Picture from: BarchettaSportscars)
By 1993, the car was no longer just a relic of the past. It proudly lined up once again for the Mille Miglia—this time as part of the re-enactment event that celebrates the golden age of endurance racing. Its appearance marked not only a return but a celebration of survival and timeless design. Since then, it has been a regular feature in major vintage racing events, its journey even extending all the way to Japan. Today, it still wears the same livery as it did during that ambitious 1948 run, a visual homage to its storied past. 
The 1939 Fiat 500 Siata Pescara. (Picture from: Motorhead 101 in Facebook)
The 1939 Fiat 500 Siata Pescara isn’t just rare—it’s a reminder that great cars aren’t always born from fame or fortune. Sometimes, it’s the blend of determination, craftsmanship, and a bit of rebellion that creates something truly unforgettable. From the dusty circuits of pre-war Italy to the polished roads of modern-day vintage rallies, this little barchetta continues to turn heads and tell its story—one that deserves its place among the legends. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CARBUZZ | BARCHETTASPORTSCARS | MOTORHEAD 101 IN FACEBOOK | AUTOMOTIVEMASTERPIECES ]
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Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Lamborghini Manifesto Concept: The Bold Vision Shaping the Future of Supercar Design

Adrenaline Sculpted - There’s something magnetic about the way the automotive world envisions the future. Every decade brings its own masterpiece—a sculpted dream that hints at what’s next. And right now, Lamborghini is painting that vision in bold strokes with the Manifesto Concept, a machine that feels less like a car and more like a declaration. It’s not about nostalgia or trends; it’s about evolutionthe kind that makes your pulse quicken even before the engine exists
The 2025 Lamborghini Manifesto Concept embodies a declaration of evolution, igniting excitement long before its engine ever comes to life. (Picture from: Carscoops)
Two decades ago, Lamborghini created Centro Stile, its in-house design studio in Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy. What started as a quiet revolution in the early 2000s became the birthplace of legends—from the muscular Murciélago to the electrified Revuelto. This studio didn’t just shape cars; it reshaped the supercar universe. Every angle, every crease, every head-turning silhouette has been crafted under the same philosophy: form follows function. It’s an idea that keeps Lamborghini’s designs raw, emotional, and unapologetically alive. 
The 2025 Lamborghini Manifesto Concept, described by design chief Mitja Borkert as “a portrait of the future of Lamborghini’s unique design DNA,” stands as both an artistic statement and a technical vision personally presented by Borkert himself. (Picture from: BincangBincangMobil)
Fast-forward to today, and the brand is celebrating Centro Stile’s 20th anniversary in the only way Lamborghini knows howby creating something daring, something futuristic, something that refuses to blend in. Enter the Lamborghini Manifesto Concept, described by design chief Mitja Borkert as “a portrait of the future of Lamborghini’s unique design DNA.” Borkert, who has guided the brand’s visual identity through its hybrid transition, presented the Manifesto himself—an artistic statement as much as a technical one.
The 2025 Lamborghini Manifesto Concept looks carved from pure speed, featuring a shark-like nose and sharp Y-shaped headlights that advance the brand’s iconic design into new territory. (Picture from: Carscoops)
The car looks like it was carved from speed itself. Its front fascia wears a familiar shark-like nose, with sharp Y-shaped headlights that echo the brand’s signature style but push it forward into new territory. The absence of doors adds to its radical appeal, giving the impression of a sculptural form meant to be admired as much as driven. The double glass canopy stretches gracefully toward the rear, hinting at transparencyboth literal and metaphoricalin Lamborghini’s next design era.
The 2025 Lamborghini Manifesto Concept enhances its radical appeal with a doorless, sculptural form and a double glass canopy that flows toward the rear, symbolizing both literal and metaphorical transparency in the brand’s next design era. (Picture from: RoadAndTrack in X)
Every surface feels intentional. Angular carbon-fiber intakes dominate the front, while sleek side panels and athletic proportions give the Manifesto a sense of motion even at rest. The carbon-fiber wheels and aerodynamic side skirts underline its performance roots, while the rear end explodes with drama: a massive diffuser, “Y”-shaped taillights, and a minimalist black panel proudly wearing the Lamborghini name. Look closer, and you’ll notice the red line across the deck lidpossibly the third brake light—cutting through the design like a streak of pure energy. 
The 2025 Lamborghini Manifesto Concept showcases a dramatic rear end with a massive diffuser, Y-shaped taillights, and a sleek black panel bearing the Lamborghini name, accentuated by a red line across the deck lid that cuts through the design like a streak of pure energy. (Picture from: Carscoops)
But this isn’t just a showpiece. The Manifesto Concept serves as a milestone—a visual and emotional bridge between the past twenty years of Lamborghini design and the decades still to come. It stands as proof that even in an age dominated by electrification, the soul of a Lamborghini remains fiercely human. “We give shape to adrenaline,” says Borkert, capturing the spirit behind the machine. It’s not about chasing others or following trends; it’s about defining what comes next. | uhukovsG4HY |
From the first sketches of the Fenomeno to the hybrid sophistication of the Revuelto, and now this sculptural vision of tomorrow, Lamborghini has remained true to its creative DNA—bold, passionate, and fearless. The Manifesto Concept isn’t just another concept car; it’s a promise that the thrill of Lamborghini design will continue to evolve, even as the world around it changes.
As the automotive world accelerates toward electrification and autonomy, Lamborghini reminds us that emotion will always have a place in performance. The Manifesto doesn’t just predict the future of supercars—it makes it look irresistible. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LAMBORGHINI | MOTOR1 | CARSCOOPS | TOPGEAR | BLACKXPERIENCE | SUPERCARBLONDIE IN FACEBOOK | ROADANDTRACK IN X ]
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Mansory Equestre – The Bold First Custom Ferrari 12Cilindri

Fearless Elegance - There’s something fascinating about how quickly the automotive world moves. One moment, a brand-new supercar makes its debut, and before the dust even settles, someone finds a way to make it even more dramatic. That’s exactly what has happened with the Ferrari 12Cilindri, one of the freshest additions to Maranello’s lineup. Launched just last year, it barely had time to breathe before the team at Mansory, the German customization house famous for its bold transformations, decided to give it a new identity. The result is called the Mansory Equestre, and it proudly carries the title of being the very first fully customized Ferrari 12Cilindri in the world
The Mansory Equestre, the world’s first fully customized Ferrari 12Cilindri, emerged soon after the model’s launch last year when the German tuner gave it a bold new identity. (Picture from: Autoevolution)
Mansory isn’t new to Ferrari projects. Their last experiment was the Pugnator, a reimagined Ferrari Purosangue that left enthusiasts debating whether it was a daring statement or an acquired taste. But with the Equestre, things are a little different. Instead of reshaping Ferrari’s first four-door SUV, the Germans set their sights on a purebred two-seater sports car that already had plenty of pedigree. Taking on something as refined as the 12Cilindri is no small challenge, but Mansory approached it with the kind of confidence only they can muster. 
The Mansory Equestre features a completely redesigned carbon fiber front apron with enlarged air intakes that sharpen its face and improve radiator airflow, topped by a carbon fiber hood that reinforces the lightweight, aggressive theme. (Picture from: Autoevolution)
The heart of the car remains Ferrari’s signature naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12. In stock form, it delivers 830 horsepower and 678 Nm of torque—numbers that already place it firmly in the supercar stratosphere. Mansory didn’t try to reinvent the engine but instead coaxed more performance out of it with precision tuning. By tweaking the engine management system and adding a four-pipe sports exhaust with valve control and dual catalytic converters, the Equestre now produces 855 horsepower and 730 Nm of torque. The gain isn’t enormous, but it’s enough to push the driving experience just that bit further, while giving the car an exhaust note that’s as wild as its looks. 
The Mansory Equestre showcases added aerodynamic touches with carbon fiber side flaps and extended arches, paired with debut VF.5 wheels sized 21 inches at the front and 22 inches at the rear to enhance its stance and emphasize the power beneath the hood. (Picture from: Autoevolution)
Visually, the Equestre is impossible to mistake for a stock Ferrari. At the rear, the new exhaust peeks through a carbon fiber apron that also houses a third brake light. Unlike many aggressive custom builds, Mansory left the car spoiler-free, letting the sculpted lines of the 12Cilindri speak for themselves. The front, however, tells another story. A completely redesigned carbon fiber apron with enlarged air intakes not only sharpens the car’s face but also improves airflow to the radiators. Above it sits a carbon fiber hood, continuing the lightweight, aggressive theme.
The Mansory Equestre mirrors its bold exterior inside with a mix of leather, carbon fiber, and purple ambient lighting, featuring a custom carbon-leather steering wheel with shift indicator, bespoke aluminum pedals, quilted mats, a starry headliner, and a glowing Mansory logo that underline its uniqueness. (Picture from: Autoevolution)
The sides reveal even more aerodynamic touches: side flaps ahead and behind the wheels, along with extended arches, all crafted in carbon fiber. To ground it all, Mansory introduced a brand-new wheel design, the VF.5, making its debut here. The car sits on 21-inch wheels at the front and 22-inch wheels at the rear, enhancing its stance and hinting at the power lurking under the hood.
The Mansory Equestre stands as a bold new chapter, moving beyond the controversial Pugnator to showcase the tuner’s trademark confidence in refining the purebred two-seater Ferrari 12Cilindri. (Picture from: Autoevolution)
Perhaps the boldest visual statement is the color scheme. The Equestre wears a deep purple coat accented with black and raw carbon fiber, interrupted only by a tricolor Italian stripe running down the center. The interior mirrors this palette with leather, carbon fiber, and ambient purple LED lighting. Mansory swapped out the stock steering wheel for a sportier carbon-leather version with an integrated shift indicator and added custom aluminum pedals, quilted mats, and a starry headliner. Even the Mansory logo glows inside, reminding you this is no ordinary Ferrari.
The Mansory Equestre features a new exhaust integrated into a carbon fiber apron with a third brake light, while remaining spoiler-free to let the sculpted lines of the 12Cilindri stand out. (Picture from: Autoevolution)
The Equestre has already made its public debut at the Monaco Yacht Show 2025, a stage perfectly suited for a car with such presence. Mansory confirmed that the conversion will be available for both coupe and spider versions of the 12Cilindri, with each build tailored exclusively to the wishes of its owner. Pricing details remain undisclosed, but given that a standard 12Cilindri starts at over $470,000, it’s easy to imagine that the Equestre pushes comfortably past the half-million-dollar mark. | QZh9Bh78ZvE |
What makes the Mansory Equestre special is not just the increase in performance or the bold visuals, but the fact that it exists at all. With the Ferrari 12Cilindri still so new, Mansory has once again proven that they’re always one step ahead when it comes to reimagining the latest icons. The Equestre isn’t just a customized Ferrari—it’s a statement piece, an example of how far passion and creativity can push an already extraordinary machine. And now that it has stepped into the spotlight, the world’s first fully custom Ferrari 12Cilindri has set the tone for what might follow. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | AUTOEVOLUTION ]
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