An Unexpected Announcement
During a recent earnings call where Ferrari announced stellar financial results and an order book full through 2027, CEO Benedetto Vigna confirmed the impending arrival of two new cars. This move comes at a time of significant transition for the Maranello-based
automaker. The company is skillfully managing the phase-out of models like the Roma Spider and 296 GTS while ramping up deliveries of the new 12Cilindri and the brand's first all-electric car, the Luce. The confirmation of two additional models demonstrates an aggressive product strategy focused on offering more variety at the pinnacle of the market, rather than simply increasing overall production volume. This philosophy—more models with limited runs—is core to maintaining the brand's legendary exclusivity and high-profit margins.
Candidate One: An Open-Air Hypercar
While Ferrari remains tight-lipped about the identities of the upcoming cars, industry watchers are confident that one will be an open-top version of its latest hypercar, the F80. Likely to be named the F80 Aperta, this model would offer the same ferocious performance as its coupe sibling, which is powered by a state-of-the-art V6 hybrid system, but with the added thrill of an open-air driving experience. Following the precedent set by predecessors like the LaFerrari Aperta, the F80 Aperta would be an instant collector's item, offering a different flavour of extreme performance for clients who want the ultimate wind-in-your-hair experience. It represents a classic Ferrari strategy: launching a coupe and then following it with a highly desirable, limited-production spider variant.
Candidate Two: A Sharper V12 Grand Tourer
The second debut is expected to be a more track-focused, higher-performance version of the new 12Cilindri. The 12Cilindri itself is the stunning successor to the 812 Superfast, powered by a glorious, naturally aspirated 819-horsepower V12 engine. A more extreme variant, potentially badged 'GTO' or 'MM' (for Mille Miglia), would push the boundaries of what a front-engine grand tourer can do. This model would likely feature more aggressive aerodynamics, a lighter chassis, and even more power, appealing to dedicated track enthusiasts and collectors who cherish Ferrari's V12 lineage. The standard 12Cilindri and its limited-run manual version are already completely sold out, indicating immense demand for a car that celebrates the internal combustion engine in its purest form.
The Strategy: Diversifying at the Top
So, how do these models 'broaden the range'? Instead of moving into new market segments, Ferrari is diversifying its offerings at the very top. An F80 Aperta expands the hypercar family, while a track-ready 12Cilindri variant creates a new pinnacle for the V12 grand tourer line. This strategy caters to the specific desires of different types of collectors and drivers. It’s a move complemented by Vigna's recent comments on the successful testing of carbon-neutral biofuels, which he noted work well in Ferrari's engines without modification. This signals a clear intention to keep the iconic internal combustion engine alive for as long as possible, even as the all-electric Luce begins deliveries. Ferrari is building a future where hybrid hypercars, pure V12 masterpieces, and silent EVs can all coexist in its exclusive stable.
