Ferrari creates ‘SP3JC one-off convertible

Based on the running gear of the F12tdf (and the only bespoke Ferrari commissioned off this platform to date), the brief that the client gave to the Ferrari Styling Centre for this project was to create “a pure, uncompromising roadster”.

The low-slung stance, with smooth, but muscular sculpting of the flanks, is noticeably different from the F12tdf, which itself was a notable departure from the F12 berlinetta. The front end is almost entirely new, with only the headlights carrying over, while a quirky touch is the see-through panels at the bonnet’s trailing edge that allow the 6.3-litre 574kW/740Nm V12 from the F12tdf to be seen.

Beyond the bonnet, the obvious substantial change is the roadster conversion (the F12tdf is only available as a coupe) and the ‘double-bubble’ humps behind the seats with a ‘flying bridge’ in between.

Changes continue at the rear, where the quad tail light set-up and distinctive diffuser treatment and rear bumper with broad horizontal vents are all major departures from the F12tdf. Design and production of the SP3JC took two years, with Ferrari describing the finished result as “the maximum expression of open air motoring” and a vehicle that echoes their V12-engined spiders of the 1950s and ‘60s.

While the colours and graphics look like something out of ‘Speed Racer’ the unique finish on this convertible makes sense when you realise the un-named owner is a fan of Pop Art. The Azzurro Met (light blue metallic) and Bianco Italia (Italian White) are divided by Giallo Modena (Modena Yellow) striping, with the main colours carrying over to the interior.

With the seats trimmed in bright blue leather with white inserts. Blue leather also features on the lower dash, with blue contrast stitching used throughout the rest of the cabin. Ferrari hasn’t revealed the owner’s details, nor the cost of the SP3JC, but suffice to say it would be a LOT!