Ferrari 296 Speciale Review: A Challenge for Collectors
The Ferrari 296 Speciale, a hybrid sports car, has gained regulatory approval, but its acceptance among Ferrari collectors remains uncertain.
In Maranello, the 296 Speciale showcases Ferrari's ability to resolve contradictions. The company, known for its exclusive and scarce vehicles, aims to increase production from over 1,100 cars per month without compromising exclusivity.
The 296 Speciale is a refined version of the 296 GTB, a plug-in hybrid and the brand's entry-level sports car. This extreme vehicle enters a revered territory, posing a challenge for collectors.
The company that built its mystique on scarcity aims to increase production... but do so without diluting exclusivity.
- Hybrid technology approved by regulators
- Increased production without compromising exclusivity
- 296 Speciale: a sharper, leaner, louder evolution of the 296 GTB
Author's summary: Ferrari's 296 Speciale poses a challenge for collectors with its hybrid tech and increased production.