Ferrari’s upcoming F80 Aperta prototype has been seen outside its Maranello factory, hinting at an open-top version of the F80 hypercar. This model appears to be testing a removable fabric roof, signaling significant changes primarily above the cabin compared to the fixed-roof coupe.
Removable Roof Design Mirrors LaFerrari Aperta
Unlike the recently revealed Amalfi Spider, which uses an electric retractable roof, the F80 Aperta is expected to follow the manual removable roof style similar to the LaFerrari Aperta. The prototype suggests the carbon-fiber fixed roof of the F80 coupe will be replaced by a fabric panel that can be stored in the trunk. Previously, the LaFerrari Aperta also had an optional carbon-fiber roof with either a glossy or exposed-weave finish, though it’s unclear if similar options will be offered here.
Limited Production and Debut Timing
The F80 coupe production run is capped at 799 units, and the Aperta is believed to be even rarer. Ferrari could officially launch the open-top model in 2027, coinciding with the brand’s 80th anniversary of its first production car, the 125 S—a convertible that marked Ferrari’s roots in open-top sports cars. This timing adds historical weight to introducing the F80 Aperta next year.
Pricing and Market Expectations
Despite using a V6 engine instead of Ferrari’s traditional V12 for flagship models, the F80 coupe has attracted strong collector interest and sold out quickly, even before the official reveal. The Aperta model, with its removable roof and likely lower production, is expected to be positioned at a higher price point than the coupe, which started at around $3.7 million before options. Given Ferrari’s typical customer demand, the Aperta may sell out just as fast.
Other F80 Variants and Ferrari’s Future Lineup
Ferrari is reportedly planning up to 20 new models by 2030, including the controversial electric Luce, a version called the 12Cilindri Manuale with a simulated manual gearbox, and a possible 296 Challenge Stradale derived from the 296 Challenge race car. Trademarks suggest Ferrari might also offer high-performance XX and FXX 80 variants, with the latter reserved strictly for track use.
The F80 Aperta may not officially carry the “Aperta” badge either. Trademark filings in Italy suggest alternative names such as F80 Targa or F80 Roadster could be used instead.
No Pressure to Buy Ferrari’s Electric Luce
Some rumors claimed Ferrari might require customers to order the electric Luce model to gain production slots for exclusive cars like the F80 Aperta. Ferrari has denied this, confirming no link between Luce orders and access to its rare hypercars.
More details about the F80 Aperta are likely to emerge closer to its expected launch in 2027.
Source: motor1.com