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₦1.7 billion. That’s not a typo. To put it into perspective, that same money gets you about 17 cars worth ₦100 million each, or a staggering 170 cars at ₦10 million each. That’s how heavy this number really is. And yet, if you look at where mobility is heading—electric cars, hybrids, more layered tech—cars like this might actually be “cheap” in hindsight. Because what you’re paying for here is something the industry is quietly moving away from, but will no doubtedly be a classic.
The Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider is a naturally aspirated V12. No hybrid support. No turbos. Just pure engine. And that alone is becoming rare.
Ferrari is basically holding on to what built its name in the first place. The kind of cars that gave us icons like the Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona. As the world moves forward, cars like this are quietly becoming future classics. So the price isn’t just about what you’re buying now—it’s about what this car will represent later.
Close Up on the Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider
At the center of it all is a 6.5L naturally aspirated V12 pushing out 819 horsepower. No vibrational tricks or artificial boost—just revs and sound. Compared to smaller engines you’ll find in cars like the Mercedes AMG C63, which use turbocharging to build power, this V12 does it the old-school way. It revs higher, feels smoother, and delivers power in a more natural flow.
That’s really the difference with a V12. More cylinders mean smoother operation, better balance, and a power delivery that keeps building instead of hitting in short bursts like smaller engines.
Then there’s the performance.
If the car is at a complete stop and you step on the accelerator, in about 2.9 seconds you’re already brushing 100 km/h. Keep your foot down, and in around 8 seconds you’re hitting 200 km/h. Stay on it longer—about 15 seconds—and you’re already pushing toward its top speed of over 340 km/h. It’s fast, but it doesn’t feel chaotic, building speed in a very controlled way.
The setup also makes a difference. This is a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive car. Not like the mid-engine Ferraris such as the 488 GTB that are more track-focused. This one gives you more space, more comfort, and a better experience on longer drives, while still being seriously quick when you want it to be.
The 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox keeps everything sharp. It’s quick, smooth, and always seems to be in the right gear—similar to what you’d expect from something like a Porsche 911 Turbo S. You don’t really think about it, it just works.If you want to see how it sounds and see more of it, you can check out our full review on our Instagram page, where we break it all down properly.
