A tribute to Ferrari's dominance in the Tour de France automobile race between 1956 and 1964, the Ferrari F12tdf is a track-optimized evolution of the F12 Berlinetta, pushing the F12 Berlinetta's already outstanding performance to exhilarating extremes. Ferrari took the F12 Berlinetta, sharpened it with less weight, enhanced aero, and, most notably, more power, squeezing 40 more horsepower from the 6.3-liter V12, enabling it to make 770 horsepower to the rear wheels! Fast and quick are words that can never describe the F12tdf's performance. It's more like a wild Italian stallion unleashed for anyone daring enough to mount it. Just like how stallions have consistent energy levels and are built strong enough to move more than other horses, the Ferrari F12tdf is built to deliver consistent power on the road and the track, boasting unparalleled capabilities and leaving its competition in the dust. Though mostly track focused, it doesn't punish you should you decide to daily drive a Ferrari F12tdf or do long road trips with it. The ride, while firm, is surprisingly absorbent, and the power, though immense, can be tamed for everyday driving. Furthermore, the cabin is adorned with the finest attention to detail, combining luxury, functionality, and sportiness crafted only with the finest materials for an elevated in-cabin experience. The Ferrari F12tdf's exclusivity due to its low production numbers makes it a highly sought-after supercar today. Sales average around $1.5 million, six times as much as a Ferrari F12 Berlinetta and thrice as much as its price tag when new, putting it among the most expensive recently discontinued cars.
The Tour de France automobile remains one of the most harrowing car races in history, with its circuit going around France with drivers having to do thousands of miles, which in most cases would take not less than ten days, and each day presented a new challenge. From dusty plains to hairpin bends, the Ferrari 250 TdF, which the Ferrari F12tdf takes inspiration from, devoured any terrain, becoming a champion at every stage. It turned dirt paths into playgrounds and tarmacked roads into mere sprints, its dominance over its competitors effortless. After Ferrari retired the Ferrari 250 TdF from racing, they didn't use the Tour de France prefix on any other Ferrari after the 250 until October 2015, when they unveiled the Ferrari F12tdf, which uses the same recipe from the 250 TdF. It has a V12 at the front, as Enzo Ferrari envisioned, and is rear-wheel-drive. The only thing lacking is a manual transmission, which we would gladly agree wouldn't have suited the F12tdf if Ferrari had made it optional. The power and aerodynamics enhancements Ferrari implemented on the Ferrari F12tdf are felt with every mph achieved, making the car one of the most engaging Ferraris to drive. Inside, minimal refinements accentuate a higher sense of exclusivity, luxury, performance, and functionality. Circling back to exclusivity, how many Ferrari F12tdfs were made? Only 799 fortunate buyers around the globe have had the privilege of purchasing a Ferrari F12tdf, which Ferrari made between 2015 and 2017. Each example was track-forged and sculpted from the F12 Berlinetta, delivering power and precision rarely felt in grand tourers.
The Ferrari F12tdf's 770-horsepower and 520 lb.ft 6.3-liter V12 is more than a collection of cylinders. It's a testament to Ferrari's unwavering commitment to giving customers more and perhaps what they bargained for. The higher horsepower and torque figures result from various engine enhancements, such as race-inspired mechanical tappets and F1-inspired variable geometry intake trumpets that enhance volumetric efficiency at higher revs, maintaining constant power delivery through the engine's power band. Transferring power to the rear wheels is a reworked 7-speed dual-clutch transmission with 6% shorter gear ratios that delivers 30% faster upshifts and 40% faster downshifts than the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta's transmission, contributing to improved acceleration and better overall performance in the Ferrari F12tdf. Through Ferrari's dedicated pursuit of weight reduction, the F12tdf sheds about 240 pounds compared to the F12 Berlinetta, boasting a curb weight of 3,351 pounds. This translates into heightened agility and accelerated performance, propelling the F12tdf from 0 to 60 mph in a mere 2.8 seconds, with a top speed cresting just beyond 211 mph.
A symphony of carbon fiber and aluminum elements gracefully accentuates the Ferrari F12tdf's interior and is complemented by extensive layering on Alcantara on the seats, dashboard, and door handles. Ferrari implemented the use of Alcantara not only to enhance the cabin's opulent ambiance but also to reduce weight since Alcantara, when used in large quantities, has weight-saving advantages compared to leather. However, leather was used on a few bits, such as the upper door cards and steering wheel, and buyers could opt for a leather dashboard and center console. Behind the seats, there's a chassis strut bar that the racing harnesses are attached to, indicating that the Ferrari F12tdf is a no-nonsense track car. Designed to mimic the Alenia C-27J Spartan's cockpit, an Italian military transport aircraft, the Ferrari F12tdf's cockpit is designed with driving purity aimed at giving the driver control over most of the car's function through the steering wheel. Carbon fiber layering intensifies on the door cards, AC vents, instrument cluster, and satellite pods. Further pursuit of weight reduction is evident on the footwells as instead of having mats, the Ferrari F12tdf has a patterned aluminum floor.
Like the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta, the Ferrari F12tdf's design was born from a collaboration between the Ferrari Styling Center and Pininfarina. The collaboration's design objective was to create a sophisticated interaction between the surfaces of the F12 Berlinetta and a more graphic treatment of the various new aerodynamic features. As a result, the Ferrari F12tdf's design follows that of the F12 Berlinetta but with aerodynamic enhancements, which Ferrari claims give the F12tdf an aerodynamic efficiency of 1.6, almost double that of the F12 Berlinetta. The aerodynamic enhancements also increased downforce to 230 kg (500 pounds) at 200 kmh (120 mph), an impressive 107 kg (235 pounds) more than in the F12 Berlinetta. Up front, the Ferrari F12tdf means business. It features a redesigned complex bumper with a more pronouncing grille and a radically scooped lower section with dive planes and louvers. It also incorporates a competition-spec splitter designed to boost the efficiency of each side of the bumper and the underbody. Moving on to the side, Ferrari added engine bay air extraction vents on the quarter panels that resemble shark gills similar to those used on the Ferrari 250 TdF's front quarter panels. A larger rear spoiler takes the lead at the rear end, 60 mm longer and 30 mm higher than the spoiler on the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. Together with the adjusted rear screen's rake, the spoiler is optimized to generate more downforce, and it also gives the Ferrari F12tdf a distinctive rear-end appeal. Ferrari redesigned the rear bumper design, only retaining the quad exhaust tips and taillights from the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. At the bottom sits a new carbon fiber diffuser positioned between the exhaust tips, and it incorporates an F1-inspired rain light similar to one on the F12 Berlinetta in the middle.
The Ferrari F12tdf incorporates F1 technologies akin to those found in the F12 Berlinetta, yet it goes further by integrating additional technologies. These enhancements not only elevate its performance but also contribute to an enriched and more engaging driving experience. The new rear diffuser features three active flaps and is split into three channels, joining the three pairs of GT racing-derived strakes on the underbody. In collaboration with the active flaps, the rear diffuser amplifies the strength of vortexes, facilitating an expansion of the flow in the horizontal plane and thereby enhancing the aerodynamics of the Ferrari F12tdf. On the other hand, the underbody strakes play a pivotal role in improving aerodynamics and stand as the primary factor behind the 30% surge in downforce compared to the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. Enhancements in chassis dynamics elevate the drivability of the Ferrari F12tdf not only on the road but, more significantly, on the track. The enhancements came as a result of Ferrari's development and experience in the XX programs dedicated to producing Ferrari's extremely high-performance cars for customers, most of them not road-legal and made exclusively for the track.
Today, the market value of a Ferrari F12tdf stands as a testament to its exclusivity, with prices reflecting the rarity and desirability of this high-performance masterpiece. It's a premium investment for which enthusiasts and collectors alike are willing to pay a premium to acquire, with most units being listed for around $1.5 million. Soon, we might see Ferrari F12tdf prices surging to $2.0 million, primarily attributed to the car's limited availability, given that most owners are in no hurry to part with their prized possessions. Interested in a Ferrari F12tdf? We've got you covered here at Exotic Car Trader. Our platform has a host of Ferrari F12tdf for sale, and if there's none or you can't find any that matches your taste, check back regularly, as we update our Ferrari listings frequently.
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Despite its track-focused design, the F12tdf surprises with its adaptability for daily driving. It pushes the boundaries of performance, delivering a driving experience that goes beyond the realms of speed. For Ferrari and hardcore enthusiasts, it's a masterpiece that pays homage to the Italian automaker's racing history while propelling the legacy of Ferrari's dominance. Exotic Car Trader creates an exclusive and safe way of buying and selling cars, eliminating the daunting experiences of private selling for buyers and sellers. Every vehicle listed on Exotic Car Trader goes through a private seller verification process, ensuring legitimacy for our buyers. Also, Exotic Car Trader's car buying process is well outlined, with all fees and packages providing our buyers with a seamless and inclusive experience. We can handle the escrow of funds at no additional cost to the buyer and seller, and we also provide trade-in and financing options for buyers. For transaction safety, our Transactions Team is world-class and equipped with industry fraud detection tools to ensure a safe and secure transaction. These are just some of the benefits you enjoy when buying or selling on Exotic Car Trader. Contact us for listing services or to buy a car on Exotic Car Trader today! Each element on the Ferrari F12tdf, from its robust powertrain to its meticulous design and advanced technologies, converges to create an automotive icon that continues to captivate enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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