It has been nearly twenty years for the reason that final time Ferrari provided a handbook gearbox in its flagship V12 GT. The yr was 2007, when Ferrari launched the 599 GTB Fiorano. Whereas the automated handbook transmission with paddle shifters was the norm again then, 30 examples of the 599 GTB got here with a 6-speed gated handbook.
The 599 GTB was the ultimate V12 Ferrari ever provided with a handbook transmission. Previous to this, Ferrari additionally made handbook variations of the 575M Maranello and Superamerica in restricted numbers.
As we speak, these vehicles are extremely wanted amongst collectors and demand excessive costs at auctions. Ferrari is aware of there’s nonetheless a marketplace for handbook transmission-equipped V12 GTs, which is why they’ve determined to convey them again.
Sources inform us that Ferrari is more likely to introduce a handbook model of the 12Cilindri. Like its predecessors, it is going to be a restricted version and will probably be provided solely to high shoppers. In different phrases, Ferrari will resolve who will get to personal it.
The 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine will stay unchanged. It produces 819 hp @ 9250 rpm and 500 lb-ft @ 7250 rpm. The 8-speed dual-clutch computerized will probably be changed with a gated handbook, particulars of that are nonetheless unclear.
We’ve been advised {that a} 12Cilindri geared up with a handbook gearbox will probably be revealed to shoppers throughout Ferrari Cavalcade scheduled for June 29, 2026, earlier than being unveiled to the world in July.
