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13-02-2025
- Automotive
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Ferrari Daytona SP3 Signed by Charles Leclerc Hits Market for $5.7 Million
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector A rare Ferrari Daytona SP3, one of just 599 ever produced, is now up for sale in Dubai with a staggering price tag of $5.7 million. This particular model, currently listed by F1rst Motors, boasts a one-of-a-kind BP Green finish and an extra touch of exclusivity—signatures from Ferrari Formula 1 drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz etched onto its 6.5-liter V12 engine. The Daytona SP3, unveiled in 2021, is part of Ferrari's Icona series, a line of ultra-limited models inspired by the marque's racing heritage. This specific edition pays homage to Ferrari's legendary 1-2-3 victory at the 1967 24 Hours of Daytona, incorporating a futuristic yet retro design that blends sharp aerodynamics with classic Ferrari styling cues. Its wraparound windshield, aggressive air intakes, and sleek, layered rear lights give it a striking road presence reminiscent of endurance racers from the past. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the Daytona SP3 is a powerhouse. Under the hood, its naturally aspirated V12 engine produces 829 horsepower and 514 lb-ft of torque, enabling a 0-62 mph sprint in just 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 212 mph. With a 9,500 rpm redline, the engine delivers a soundtrack that stays true to Ferrari's high-revving tradition. Despite its track-ready performance, the Daytona SP3 has barely seen the road, with fewer than 400 miles on the odometer. The gold-signed engine cover, bearing the autographs of Leclerc and Sainz—who were Ferrari teammates from 2021 to 2024—adds an extra layer of collectibility. The asking price of 21 million AED ($5.7 million) is more than double the car's original $2.3 million base price. However, for collectors and Ferrari enthusiasts, the combination of rarity, performance, and Formula 1 pedigree makes this Daytona SP3 an undeniable statement piece in the world of ultra-exclusive supercars. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
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11-02-2025
- Automotive
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This Ferrari Daytona SP3 Is Signed by Charles Leclerc. It Could Be Yours for $5.7 Million.
A modern-day Ferrari supercar with some real racing flare just hit the open market. A barely driven green Daytona SP3 was just listed for sale by Dubai-based F1rst Motors. Any example of the exclusive 'Icona' series model is special, but this one has the added touch of having been signed by two of the company's F1 drivers, current Charles Leclerc and his former teammate Carlos Sainz. More from Robb Report The First Trailer for Brad Pitt's 'F1' Movie Is Here Police Just Busted a Crime Ring That Was Rerouting Deliveries of Rolls-Royces, Ferraris, and More Gordon Murray Says It's Easier to Win an F1 Championship Than Le Mans-Here's Why The Icona series is Ferraris way of paying tribute to past while continuing to push itself forward. The line, which launched in 2019 with the Monza SP1 and SP2, pairs an all-new design that references some of the marque's most beloved models with the forward-thinking hardware and technology. And, in true Prancing Horse fashion, only a limited number of examples of each is produced. The Daytona SP3, which debuted in 2021, is the second of these rare cars. As the name may have given away, it was inspired by the company's Daytona prototype race cars that dominated endurance racing in the 1960s, including taking a 1-2-3 finish at the 24 Hours of Daytona in 1963. The car sports an aerodynamic design that effortlessly brings the old and new together, including its flowing lines, wraparound windscreen, and razor-thin lighting package. The example up for sale, which is one of just 599 that will be built, is finished in a one-of-a-kind coat of BP Green and rides on a set of gold wheels. Just as striking is the 6.5-liter V-12 that resides in the Daytona SP3 engine bay. The naturally aspirated mill, which figures to be in good shape since the car has been driven less than 400 miles, is the same one found in the 812 Competizione and makes 829 hp, 514 ft lbs of torque and has a redline of 9,500 rpm. Thanks to all that power the car can slingshot from zero to 62 mph in just 2.8 seconds and tops out at a more-than-respectable 212 mph. The engine in this example has also been signed in gold ink by Leclerc and Sainz, who were Ferrari teammates from 2021 to 2024. The latter has since been replaced by Lewis Hamilton and will drive for Williams this season. Already imagining how this Daytona SP3 will look in your garage? Prepare to spend big. Top Gear reports that F1rst Motors is asking 21 million AED, or roughly $5.7 million, for the car. That's well over double the car's original $2.3 million starting of Robb Report The 2024 Chevy C8 Corvette: Everything We Know About the Powerful Mid-Engine Beast The World's Best Superyacht Shipyards The ABCs of Chartering a Yacht Click here to read the full article.
