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No New Ferrari Offers A Manual V12, But This Reborn 550 Targa Does
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Key Points:
- Touring Superleggera has unveiled the Veloce12 Aperta, a limited-production Ferrari 550-based grand tourer featuring extensive exterior redesigns and a Porsche 911-inspired targa top with removable roof panels.
- The car retains the original 5.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine producing around 500 hp, paired with a six-speed manual transmission, enabling a 0-62 mph time of 4.4 seconds.
- Key exterior updates include a blacked-out grille, carbon-fiber splitter, refined hood scoop, new headlights, and striking LED taillights, while the rear features a leather-trimmed storage area under a new rear window.
- The Aperta continues the evolution of the Veloce12 series, following the Coupe and Barchetta variants revealed in 2023 and 2024, with upgraded Brembo brakes, adaptive suspension, and a luxurious interior combining leather and exposed aluminum.
