Ferrari has unveiled the 296 GT Modificata, a track-only machine created exclusively for non-competitive events under its Club Competizioni GT programme.
Produced in extremely limited numbers, the two-seater builds on the 296 GT3 Evo that debuted at the start of the 2026 season, while borrowing technology and know-how from Ferrari's racing and road-car programmes. Unrestricted by motorsport regulations, it is claimed to lap Fiorano three seconds faster than the 296 GT3 Evo.
At its heart is a rear-mid-mounted 2,992cc, 120-degree twin-turbo V6 producing 720bhp at 7,500rpm and 800Nm at 5,000rpm. That is 128bhp more than the Balance of Performance-limited GT3 Evo and gives the Modificata a specific output of 241bhp per litre. Ferrari revised the cranktrain, camshafts, induction system, intercoolers, and turbochargers, with bespoke turbo internals informed by the 499P Modificata.
The fuel system gained an additional low-pressure pump, while a new exhaust and revised ratios for the six-speed sequential gearbox with carbon clutch make better use of the engine’s wider operating range.
The bodywork has been reworked to deliver more downforce and cope with the extra heat. Up front, a slotted splitter manages airflow beneath the car, while the redesigned bonnet uses a larger central opening and a dedicated vane to divert hot air from the radiator away from the side-mounted intercoolers. The vent at the base of the windscreen has also been reshaped, and additional intakes in the lower front bumper feed more cooling air to the brakes.
At the rear, an entirely new wing uses a single centre pylon, a larger 5mm Gurney flap and 499P-inspired structural endplates that also help control vortices. The car measures 5,033mm long, 2,050mm wide without mirrors, and 1,082mm tall, with a 2,660mm wheelbase and a dry weight of 1,330kg. It rides on 18-inch racing tyres measuring 325/680 at the front and 325/705 at the rear.
Stopping power comes from an evolved version of the 296 GT3 Evo and GT3 Biposto braking system. New 400mm steel front discs feature improved ventilation, supported by optimised cooling ducts and the extra bumper intakes; 332mm discs sit at the rear. Ferrari says the changes improve consistency and reliability during extended track running. A specially calibrated ABS system and traction control are intended to make the performance approachable for drivers of different ability levels, even on circuits that punish the brakes.
Unlike a conventional single-seat track special, the 296 GT Modificata has room for a passenger or instructor. Changes to the roll bar made the second seat possible, while a dedicated passenger footrest and integrated intercom allow the pair to communicate during timed sessions. The arrangement is designed both for sharing the experience and for receiving real-time coaching on track.
Ferrari has also made much of the serious track hardware standard. The specification includes an expanded data-acquisition system with pitot tubes, damper potentiometers, and brake-temperature sensors, plus VideoBox Premium for recording driving sessions, a rear camera, an advanced tyre-pressure and temperature monitoring system, professional harnesses, and extra cabin cooling. Owners can add rear radar to warn of faster-approaching cars and choose a bespoke livery from the Ferrari Design Studio.
The 296 GT Modificata follows the 488 GT Modificata and 499P Modificata in Ferrari's line of regulation-free customer track cars. Each purchase includes two years, or 12 rounds, in Club Competizioni GT. The 2027 calendar is set to visit Jerez, Misano, Fuji, Indianapolis, Paul Ricard, and Spa-Francorchamps before concluding at the Finali Mondiali Ferrari, with its venue and dates to be announced.
