Ferrari 812 Superfast 'Tailor Made' (2021)

In keeping with Ferrari’s model revision schedule, the 812 Superfast (internally F152M) provides the heavily revised successor to the F12; a car which at it’s launch was the fastest Ferrari ever. The 812SF brings a number of hefty updates and new componentry to the game, far more than just a power hike! The 812SF welcomes a number of transmission changes, aerodynamic and suspension and steering revisions along with an entirely new body, the first car designed entirely in-house at Ferrari.

In true Ferrari fashion, the 812 Superfast raises the stakes above even that of the limited run-out F12 TDF. A larger capacity V12 means power is now up a further 20 bhp from the TDF, and whilst the torque gain of 10 lb/ft may seem nominal, a monstrous 80% of this is available from just 3,500 rpm.

The 812 further inherited a number of technological advances first seen in the TDF. The chassis technology including the ‘virtual short wheelbase’ four-wheel steering system including direct inheritance of the TDF steering rack enables the large GT car to defy its dimensions entirely, resulting in a much smaller and more nimble driving experience.

Inside the car receives a lightly refreshed steering wheel setup. With all the controls for most-regularly used options on the steering wheel, the buttons have been enlarged making for easier, more intuitive use whilst driving.

Completed through Ferrari’s Tailor Made program, this 812 Superfast draws its inspiration from one of the very first cars bodied by Pinin Farina. Serial number 0146E(0346M) was the last of the second series 166 MMs to be completed. The new-for-1953 version offered privateers a means to compete in the two-litre sports car class with the engine heavily upgraded over the earlier cars to sport 6-port cylinder and triple, quad-choke downdraught Weber 36 IF/4C carburettors.

The very special 166 had been ordered new as this 812 presents today. Medium dark blue with light silver roof. Inside the car saw dark blue pleated leather, with a pared back interior. Whilst a handful of 166s had been built with comfort in mind, 0346M’s first outing had been the ADAC 1000km Nurburgring.

Working closely with the Tailor Made department, this example draws great inspiration from this wonderful 50s sports racer.

This Superfast is finished in bespoke Blu MV166MM-B, unusually with its roof in Argento MV166-A at split that follows the base of the windows upwards towards the tail. Both shades of particular note, as all painted blue surfaces are shared with the body, and all painted silver surfaces, shared with the roof. The exterior sees further details and granular decisions; the absence of Scuderia shields elongate the car in profile. The forged wheels are ball polished reminiscent of the chrome wire wheels on the inspiring 166. The centre caps are finished in Argento MV166-A, with a chrome cavallino. Chrome extends to the exhaust tips.

The interior sees generous and diligent care with regard to the colours of the 166. The body of the seats are wrapped in Blu Sterling, with the pleated seat centres, door cards, transmission tunnel and lower dash emulating the satin paint of the 166 interior with Connolly Grigia 3244 hide. The interior is void of any carbon fibre trim, with the dashboard inserts painted as per the roof, in Argento MV166-A. Further interior parts are painted too, the steering wheel, F1 shift paddles, door inserts, airvents, passenger footrest and even the rear view mirror. The central bridge is finished in wood, much like the gear knob of the 166, by esteemed componentry manufacturer Morel Italia.

Beyond the extensive Tailor Made bespoke options, this example ticks all the options you would expect:

• Front suspension lifter
• Adaptive headlights
• Brake calipers in Aluminium
• Seatbelts in grey
• Carbon fibre rear diffuser
• Carbon fibre front bumper inserts
• Carbon fibre front spoiler
• Black air-vent grips
• Full electric seats
• Surround view parking camera
• Passenger display
• Handy fire extinguisher
• PNT1 Match-to-sample paint colour

• Tailor Made tribute to 166 MM/53 0146E (0346M)
• Blu MV166MM-B with two-tone roof in Argento MV166-A
• Blu Sterling and Connolly Grigia 3244 hide
• Ball polished wheels with centre caps in Argento MV166-A with chrome cavallinos
• Bespoke central bridge in wood by Morel Italia
• A wealth of standard options including Front axle lifting system and Surround View
• Offered for sale by its discerning commissioner
• Just 115 km from new