Newest Ferrari One-Off Brings Back Non-Hybrid V8 for a Final Performance

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      Ferrari has recently been making some controversial choices, ranging from a new Testarossa that has garnered a slew of critics to its inaugural EV that might face even more scrutiny. However, if you disapprove of what Maranello is offering, there's always the option to customize your own vehicle.

      Ferrari’s One-Off programs allow financially able customers to create their own bespoke Ferrari. One such client opted for an encore of the mid-engine, non-hybrid V8. The HC25, based on the F8 Spider, features a reworked chassis and powertrain enveloped in new bodywork, crafted by the same team at Ferrari Design Studio behind the company's current lineup. The design takes cues from this range, particularly the F80 and 12Cilindri models.

      You can still obtain a twin-turbo V8 in the Ferrari Amalfi, but this choice was eliminated for the entry-level mid-engine model when the F8 was succeeded by the 296 GTB. The HC25 retains the same 3.9-liter engine as the F8 Spider, delivering an identical 710 horsepower and 567 pound-feet of torque. The manufacturer's estimated 0 to 62 mph time remains the same at 2.9 seconds.

      What has changed is every inch of the bodywork. The press release describes the HC25 as an "ideal bridge" between the F8's structural foundation and the design direction Ferrari has adopted for its latest models. While the F8's proportions are preserved, the earlier emphasis on aerodynamics has been softened. Like the F80 and 12Cilindri, the aerodynamic features are more subtle, with some elements included purely for aesthetic appeal.

      Air intakes and vents for the engine are concealed within a black ribbon wrapping around the car’s midsection, enhanced by a prominent black graphic on the hood and the signature Ferrari mesh surfaces surrounding the rear. The two-tone bodywork is further accentuated by a matte Moonlight Grey finish paired with glossy black accents. The headlights are uniquely designed for this model, featuring particularly slim lenses. Vertical daytime running lights—another Ferrari first—integrate with the edges of the front fenders.

      The interior largely mirrors that of the F8 Spider, including the round air vents that extend from the dashboard like jet exhaust nozzles. A gray-and-black color palette, with touches of yellow, adds a sense of exclusivity while reflecting the exterior design. Regardless, if this were my car, I’d be more focused on the captivating sound of the V8 just inches away than on the dashboard details.