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Ferrari 812: Ferrari's V12 grand tourer. 812 Superfast and 812 GTS variants. 6.5 naturally aspirated V12 making 789 horsepo
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Ferrari's V12 grand tourer. 812 Superfast and 812 GTS variants. 6.5 naturally aspirated V12 making 789 horsepower. The most powerful naturally aspirated production car.

The Ferrari 812 Superfast is a front-engine grand tourer produced from 2017 to 2024. The 812 used the F140 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 making 789 horsepower at 8,500 rpm, the most powerful naturally aspirated production car at launch. The 812 replaced the F12 Berlinetta and continued Ferrari front-engine V12 grand tourer lineage. The 812 came in numerous variants: 812 Superfast (coupe), 812 GTS (convertible), 812 Competizione (focused performance variant), and 812 Competizione A (limited edition convertible). Production has been replaced by the 12Cilindri starting 2024-2025. The 812 represents the peak of Ferrari naturally aspirated V12 development before the model transitioned to hybrid V12 in subsequent products. The chassis dynamics, engine character, and aggressive styling distinguish the 812 from competitors. On WhipJury, 812 submissions are uncommon but always memorable.

812 variants

812 Superfast (2017-2024). Standard coupe. 789 horsepower naturally aspirated.

812 GTS (2019-2024). Convertible variant.

812 Competizione (2021-2024). Focused performance. 819 horsepower.

812 Competizione A (2021-2024). Limited convertible Competizione.

Frequently asked questions about Ferrari 812

How much does an 812 Superfast cost?
Used pricing: 812 Superfast $250,000-$340,000+. 812 GTS $280,000-$370,000+. 812 Competizione $700,000-$1.2 million+. New MSRP started around $325,000.
Is the 812 the most powerful naturally aspirated production car?
At launch, yes. The 812 Superfast made 789 horsepower from naturally aspirated V12, the highest specific output of any naturally aspirated production car. Subsequent products (Pagani Huayra Codalunga at 840 horsepower from naturally aspirated V12) have surpassed it but the 812 was the reference at launch.
Is the 812 a successor to the F12 Berlinetta?
Yes. The 812 Superfast (2017+) replaced the F12 Berlinetta (2012-2017) as Ferrari front-engine V12 grand tourer. The 812 has more power, more refined chassis dynamics, and updated styling. Both share fundamental layout and Ferrari V12 heritage.
What replaced the 812?
The Ferrari 12Cilindri (2024+) replaced the 812 Superfast. The 12Cilindri continues the front-engine V12 grand tourer lineage. Engine and chassis are evolved from 812; styling is significantly updated.
Are 812s reliable?
Generally yes for a high-performance V12 car. Common issues are typical for high-performance cars: occasional electronic concerns, transmission service intervals, and age-related items. Maintenance is expensive due to specialty parts.

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