The Last Ferrari V8 Mid-Engine Coupe
Many car collectors take pride in the knowledge that they have a vehicle that is truly one-of-a-kind. Whether it’s the last of its kind or a completely unique model, owning a “one of one” is an honor that is hard to put a price on. However, one lucky individual was willing to pay the hefty price tag of $300,000 to be the proud owner of the only 2023 F8 Tributo Coupe imported to North America.
Ferrari North America has verified that it brought in a F8 Tributo coupe as part of the 2023 lineup. But they are unable to verify whether other areas have received deliveries of the F8 coupe prior to the termination of the model’s production.
Unless the consumer has custom-ordered the 2023 F8 Tributo coupe, the automobile is likely to be indistinguishable from other F8 coupes made between 2020 and 2022. All of those models were fitted with a middle-mounted, twin-turbo 3.9 litre V8 and a seven-speed automatic transmission. Boasting 710hp, the F8 is projected to reach 60mph from a standing start in just 2.7 seconds, with its top speed reaching 211mph.
Although the one 2023 F8 Tributo will be practically identical to all other F8s, it is extraordinary. This car marks the culmination of a half-century legacy of mid-engine V8 Ferrari coupes, beginning with the 308 GT4 and comprising of vehicles such as the 308 GTB, F355, F430 and 458 Italia.
Ferrari have declared their intention to maintain the production of their F8 Spyder for the coming years, alongside the Roma coupe and Spider, which evoke a front wheel-drive setup. In addition, it has been divulged that they are presently developing a new grand tourer powered by a V12 powertrain and made recent sightings of a prototype model. Moreover, in four years’ time, Ferrari plan to unroll the Purosangue SUV.
Prospective shoppers in the market for a middle-engine Ferrari two door will be pleased to take note of the 296 GTB hybrid supercar. Employing a blend of the savage twin-turbocharged V8 and an electrified 3.0 liter V6, this magnificent specimen offer up 819 horsepower of all-out power.
Source: Car and Driver
