Ferrari SP12 EC official

Ferrari has officially unveiled the SP12 EC, commissioned by Eric Clapton.

The car was created as a collaboration between Centro Stile Ferrari engineers, Pininfarina and Maranello, who used it. production version of the 458 Italia to create a one-of-a-kind design. The work was led by Eric Clapton himself, who wanted his dream car to refer to the style of the 512 BB.

“Creating a car is like painting a huge white canvas,” said the famous guitarist. “It's also an amazing experience; I've never experienced anything like this before."

Now the musician can experience even greater emotions behind the wheel. According to unofficial information, the SP12 EC was equipped with a 4,5-liter V8 engine with 570 hp. and a maximum torque of 540 Nm. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes about 3,5 seconds and top speed exceeds 325 km/h.

Work on the creation of SP12 EC lasted two years. There are also rumors that the whole thing was valued at 3 million pounds, which Clapton willingly transferred to the producer's account ...