Spotted: Ferrari Still Has More V12 Coupes in the Works

      Stefan Baldauf / SB-Medien

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      The Ferrari 12Cilindri delivers the pure driving experience that the most discerning enthusiasts anticipate when investing over half a million in a vehicle—and it’s set to improve further with the introduction of the Manuale. This time, however, we have spotted a new, more intense variant of the V12 sports coupe in Maranello.

      It's still uncertain what name the forthcoming 12Cilindri will bear, as seen here fully camouflaged and expected to debut next year. Historically, the top-tier coupes have utilized names such as GTO, tdf, LM, and GTS, among others. Could Ferrari resurrect something from its past, or will it opt for a more contemporary title like Speciale (despite the absence of a V12 Speciale model previously)? Alternatively, it could entirely introduce a brand-new name.

      Stefan Baldauf / SB-Medien

      Regardless, these images showcase a more aggressive design that highlights the athletic presence of the 12Cilindri. At the front, the center and side openings of the bumper are wider, clearly permitting enhanced airflow to the V12 while imparting a more aggressive character. The side profile, however, appears to retain the same side skirts as the current model; nevertheless, the ducktail spoiler is noticeably more pronounced from a side angle.

      The rear diffuser on the current model is already quite large, so I don't notice significant differences in the one shown here. Perhaps more alterations would be apparent without the camouflage, but we'll have to wait some time to reveal that.

      It’s exciting to see Ferrari continuing to develop its V12 flagship, as it is indeed an exceptional vehicle.

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