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Ferrari has launched the brand new 812 GTS, marking the return of a V12-engine drop-top to the brand's stable after 50 years.
10 Sep 2019 | International News : Italy
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Exactly 50 years on from the debut of of Ferrari's last V12-powered front-engine spider, the Italian marque has premiered the new 812 GTS. Launched alongside the new F8 Spider at Universo Ferrari, it is the first time that Ferrari has premiered two new models at the same time.
Though four special series limited editions have been produced since (the 550 Barchetta Pininfarina in 2000, the Superamerica in 2005, the SA Aperta in 2010 and the F60 America in 2014), this new 812 Spider marks the return of the brand's iconic front-mounted V12 architecture to a series-production spider. Thus, the GTS designation also pays tribute to the iconic Daytona Spider.
Similar to the F8 Spider, the 812 GTS uses a retractable hard top (RHT) that opens and closes in 14 seconds, and can be operated when driving at speeds up to 45km/h. The RHT does not impinge upon the interior dimensions, thus maintaining a roomy cockpit. The electric rear screen also acts as a wind-stop, and can be left open to allow occupants to fully take in the naturally aspirated V12's unique soundtrack.
The draped design of the flanks visually shortens the tail and is characterised by sharply slanted crease lines and muscular wheelarches. On the 812 GTS, the entire rear of the car - roof, tonneau cover and luggage compartment - has been redesigned. The two buttresses, beneath which the roof movement mechanism is stowed, has been designed to visually embody a sense of forward thrust. When the top is dropped, the roof panels disappear beneath the tonneau cover.
The new 812 GTS also features a new, highly sculptural and model-specific multi-spoke forged wheel. A choice of three versions will be offered - diamond-finish, liquid silver and Grigio Scuro. A new model-exclusive Grigio GTS paint is also available.
The 812 GTS is also fitted with all of the driving control systems found in the 812 Superfast, including Electric Power Steering, Side Slip Control, as well as the Virtual Short Wheelbase 2.0 system. This allows the 812 GTS to retain the exhilirating performance, agility and response of its berlinetta brother. As a result, the 812 GTS delivers spectacular performance - 0-100km/h takes under three seconds, 0-200km/h takes 8.3 seconds, and a 340km/h top speed that matches the 812 Superfast.
The new Ferrari 812 GTS is expected to be launched in Singapore in the first half of 2020. Similar to the F8 Spider, there is no indicative local pricing, but the car is priced in Italy roughly 11% more than the equivalent 812 Superfast.
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