The one-off Ferrari CZ26 represents a master class in performance which will soon be consigned to the anals of automotive history.
Part of the Special Projects program, it was designed by the Ferrari Design Studio under the direction of Flavio Manzoni and developed for a US client.
It represents an extremely personal vision of the supersport berlinetta concept, reimagined through an essential, technological design language with a forward-looking vision.
Based on the SF90 Stradale, it retains the specs and the essence of a top-of-the-range, ultra-high-performance supercar.
The Stradale marked a milestone in Ferrari’s history, becoming the first series-production model from the Cavallino Rampante to feature plug-in hybrid architecture.
Powered by a twin-turbocharged V8 engine paired with three electric motors, it delivers a combined output of 594kW of power and 804Nm of torque.
With a maximum speed of 328km/h, it blasts from 0-100km/h in 2.5 seconds.
This latest project was to create a car with an immediately recognisable character, capable of embodying strength, precision and formal purity through a rigorous design with a strong sense of identity.
The front is dominated by a full-width functional grille incorporating specific lighting units, characterised by ultra-slim modules with a concealed effect, brake air intakes, sensors and technical components.
The rear features a truncated tail and cantilevered tail lights, elements that give the Ferrari CZ26 a light and sculptural appearance.
The diffuser features a pronounced horizontal design, which helps to visually widen the car’s stance.
The cabin blends harmoniously into the car thanks to the use of black trim on the roof and pillars, creating the effect of a cockpit set within the bodywork.
Particular attention has been paid to the selection of colours and finishes, developed with a futuristic inspiration in mind.
The bodywork is finished in the exclusive Argento Veloce shade, a silver finish with a liquid-like effect that emphasises the richness of the surfaces and precision of the lines.
Pigmented carbon fibre elements further emphasise the complexity of the bodywork.
The wheels combine a gloss black painted finish with a shot-peened surface treatment, achieved by blasting with microscopic beads to produce a polished effect.
The natural-finish titanium exhaust tailpipes complete the overall design, directly expressing the car’s technical, high-performance nature.
At the front, the cooling system and airflow management were completely redesigned by reorienting the central radiator pack and introducing dedicated bypass ducts, enabling improvements in both cooling efficiency and the downforce generated over the front axle.
The underbody and the vortex generator system were also completely redesigned to optimise aerodynamic balance.
The outer sections of the front bumper incorporate an air curtain system that manages the wake generated by the front wheels, helping to reduce aerodynamic drag.
The rear has been completely redesigned, with the introduction of a large upper rear spoiler and a dedicated diffuser, both developed to increase downforce while maintaining a high level of aerodynamic efficiency.
The rear engine cover has also been redesigned and incorporates dedicated vents for thermal management of the engine compartment, ensuring effective heat dissipation under all operating conditions.
The focal point of the interior is a bespoke black technical fabric, complemented by seat inserts produced using additive manufacturing and featuring a design developed specifically for the Ferrari CZ26.
Rosso Lampante details echo the exterior colour scheme, while an embroidered CZ26 logo provides a further level of personalisation.
The contrast between the matte surfaces of the technical fabric and the satin-finish carbon fibre is further enhanced by the use of a special gloss carbon fibre with metallic filaments woven into its structure.
Completing the composition are body-coloured elements on the door panels and the upper section of the dashboard.
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