Ferrari Monza SP1 2019, Itália

Ferrari Monza SP1 2019, Itália
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In an age of increasingly capable hypercars—not just in terms of outright performance, but of comfort, usability, and practicality—Ferrari’s utterly outrageous Monza SP1 stands alone, sacrificing all semblance of rationality at the altar of driving experience. Along with its two-seater SP2 stablemate, the Monza is an unfettered celebration of both design and performance.
The Monza SP1 is the first in a series of limited-edition Icona concepts by Ferrari that married cutting-edge styling and technology with inspiration from the marque’s world-class back catalogue—in this case drawing from the 750 Monza racer of the 1950s. Just 499 examples of both SP1 and two-seat SP2 were produced, each destined for the collections of Maranello’s most cherished clientele. Rarely—if indeed ever—are they offered at auction.
A striking reimagining of the racing barchettas of old, the Monza’s taut coachwork is both muscular and pure, with clean, uncluttered flanks and a bonnet line that flows seamlessly to the rear of the car. Its low silhouette is punctuated only by the aerodynamic hump that shrouds the driver’s seat. There isn’t even a windscreen; instead, Ferrari engineers developed a “Virtual Wind Shield” that channels accelerated air ahead of the instrument panel, deflecting air flow in a protective bubble around the driver.
The structure, meanwhile, is a master work in carbon fibre, with a chassis tub so stiff that it enabled not only the fitment of outrageous scissor doors, but also a single-piece front clam shell that opens to reveal the SP1’s impressive 6.5-litre V-12 engine. Derived from the 812 Superfast, along with its seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox and four-wheel steering, the Tipo F140 GC became the most powerful naturally aspirated engine to leave the gates of Maranello, thanks to a combination of optimised inlet ducts and a remapped ECU. The modifications bumped total output to 798 horsepower with 530 pound-feet of torque, ensuring the Monza could reach 100 km/h in just 2.9 seconds, with a quoted top speed—no doubt delivered with tongue firmly in cheek—'in excess of 299 km/h’.
Chassis 250235 left Maranello in December 2019. It was attractively specified in the Extracampionario shade of Rosso Fuoco with a Giallo Modena fin over a Cuoio leather interior. Matching Giallo brake callipers and 20-inch Dark Forged wheels were specified, along with a GT2 Monocoque Racing Seat in size “Large”. The interior was finished with Rosso stitching and Giallo instruments, while liftable suspension and front and rear parking cameras ensure optimum usability. Finally, several key components including the front and rear diffusers, front spoiler, front luggage area, engine covers, filter box, and wheel arches were all finished in carbon fibre. The car is complete with its factory-supplied leather-clad helmet and carry case, car cover, display sculpture, key presentation case, and leather and cloth satchel.
The Monza SP1 was certified by Ferrari Classiche in January 2020 but its printed Yellow Book has been misplaced. As a result, a digital copy of its binder accompanies the car, but its next owner will need to enquire with Ferrari Classiche about having the car recertified.
Delivered to its first owner via Barcelona-based Cars Gallery Iberia and spending the first portion of its life in Spain, this beautifully specified Monza SP1 joined The Aurora Collection in September 2022. The car presents in as-new condition, having completed just 26 kilometres of testing and shakedown prior to leaving Maranello; at time of cataloguing, that remained the total distance covered.