2015 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta

Key Points: Paint Protection Film (PPF) Applied To Whole Car, Carbon Fibre Backed Racing Seats, Carbon Fibre Exterior Trim.

The Ferrari F12 Berlinetta is a front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive grand tourer, which was named ‘Supercar of the Year 2012’ by Top Gear magazine.

Built around an aluminium space frame chassis co-developed with Scaglietti, its power comes from the 6.3-litre naturally aspirated F140 FC V12, which won the 2013 ‘International Engine of the Year Award’ in the ‘Best Performance’ and ‘Best Engine above 4.0 litre’ categories. It produces 730bhp and 509 lb ft of torque, with rear-wheel drive via the seven-speed dual-clutch F1 transaxle, and also features the High Emotion Low Emission (HELE) top/start system for improved fuel efficiency. Ferrari claims the 0-60mph acceleration time is 3.1 seconds, and the top speed is 211mph.

The F12 uses Ferrari's third generation CCM3 carbon ceramic disc brakes with ABS, SCM-E magnetorheological suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential, ESP Premium stability control and F1-Trac traction control system. The car's stability and traction control, suspension and other settings are controlled by the Manettino dial mounted on the steering wheel.

The body of the F12 Berlinetta is designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre and Pininfarina, and shares some styling elements with other recent Ferrari models. This includes a front grille similar to the FF and headlights shared with the FF and 458 Italia. The FF-based interior features new 'Frau leather' upholstery with aluminium, Alutex, and carbon fibre trim, and has increased luggage space compared to the 599. The body computer system is developed by Magneti Marelli.

Aerodynamic features include the Aero Bridge, an air channel running from the bonnet, through the flanks and along the sides of the vehicle, as well as the Active Brake Cooling ducts, which open to direct cooling air only when the brakes are hot, and otherwise keeping them closed to reduce aerodynamic drag.