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Ferrari F12berlinetta

F12berlinetta: a 730-hp V12 GT, 2 seconds quicker than the Enzo at Fiorano on Ferrari's clock.1

Researched November 1, 2026 from 35 sources

Also called

  • F12brilliantJason Cammisa's wordplay in a 2012 first drive, praising its mix of supercar speed, luxury and driver's-car steering.2

At a glance

0400800
730–769 hpPower
0510
2.9–3.1 s0–100 km/h
0400800
690–705 N·mTorque
01,0002,000
1,520–1,630 kgWeight

The coral arc spans the family, from its mildest version to its wildest.1

Engine
6.3 L naturally aspirated 65° V121
Layout
Front-mid-engine, rear-wheel drive1
Gearbox
7-speed dual-clutch transaxle; F12tdf ratios 6% shorter29
Units built
Est. 3,700 berlinettas; 799 F12tdfs; 10 F60 Americas1112

The story

Replacing the 599, the front-mid-engine F12berlinetta chased mid-engine agility in a usable GT. Ferrari chose aluminum for easier entry and repairs than carbon fiber.134

2012: Geneva debut replaces the 599 · 20% more structural rigidity20122013: V12 takes two Engine of the Year wins · Berlinetta tests: 2.9-3.6 sec to 60 mph20132014: Compasso d'Oro honors the F12berlinetta · 10 F60 Americas, all spoken for20142015: F12tdf: 799 cars with rear steering20152017: Production ends; 812 Superfast takes over2017 Ferrari 550 Maranello (F133): 1996–2002F133Ferrari 575M Maranello (F133): 2002–2006F133Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (F141): 2006–2012F141Ferrari F12berlinetta (F152): 2012–2017F152Ferrari 812 Superfast: Introduced 2017Ferrari 812 Superfast 1995200020052010201520202025
GenerationsBefore and afterMilestones12192021
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YearWhat happened
1996–2002Ferrari 550 Maranello (F133)
2002–2006Ferrari 575M Maranello (F133)
2006–2012Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (F141)
2012–2017Ferrari F12berlinetta (F152)
Introduced 2017Ferrari 812 Superfast
2012Geneva debut replaces the 599
201220% more structural rigidity
2013V12 takes two Engine of the Year wins
2013Berlinetta tests: 2.9-3.6 sec to 60 mph
2014Compasso d'Oro honors the F12berlinetta
201410 F60 Americas, all spoken for
2015F12tdf: 799 cars with rear steering
2017Production ends; 812 Superfast takes over
  1. 2012

    Geneva debut replaces the 599

    Led by Flavio Manzoni, Ferrari Styling Centre worked with Pininfarina on the 730-hp V12 flagship: 4,618 mm long, 1,942 mm wide and 1,273 mm tall.156

  2. 2012

    20% more structural rigidity

    Aero Bridge and Active Brake Cooling helped achieve Cd 0.299 and 123 kg of downforce at 200 km/h; weight distribution put 54% over the rear axle.16

  3. 2013

    V12 takes two Engine of the Year wins

    Two trophies for the F12berlinetta's 6.3-liter V12: Best Performance and Best Engine above 4.0 liters at International Engine of the Year.1

  4. 2013

    Berlinetta tests: 2.9-3.6 sec to 60 mph

    After a wheel-speed sensor failure, a berlinetta retest hit 60 mph in 2.9 sec on optional Michelins; a 2014-model test took 3.6 sec and 32.3 m to stop from 60 mph.57

  5. 2014

    Compasso d'Oro honors the F12berlinetta

    The Premio Compasso d'Oro ADI recognized the F12berlinetta; Ferrari design chief Flavio Manzoni accepted the award.1

  6. 2014

    10 F60 Americas, all spoken for

    The open-top F60 America marked 60 years in North America. All 10 were spoken for by its October debut, with a reported $2.5 million price.18

  7. 2015

    F12tdf: 799 cars with rear steering

    Named for the Tour de France automobile race, the 769-hp F12tdf added Virtual Short Wheelbase rear steering and shed 110 kg: 1,415 kg dry, 1,520 kg curb.19

  8. 2017

    Production ends; 812 Superfast takes over

    The 812 Superfast took over in early 2017, closing the F12berlinetta's 2012-2017 run; Tailor Made added 70th Anniversary heritage liveries.110

Every generation

  • Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona
    Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona
  • Ferrari 550 Maranello
    F1331996–2002
  • Ferrari 575M Maranello
    F1332002–2006
  • Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
    F1412006–2012
  • Ferrari F12berlinetta
    F1522012–2017
  • Ferrari 812 Superfast
    Ferrari 812 SuperfastIntroduced 2017

Versions

11 versions worth knowing, with their power.

  • Standard

    F12berlinetta

    2012–2017

    730 hp
  • F12tdf

    Performance

    F12tdf

    2015–2017

    769 hp

    799 built

  • Limited

    F12berlinetta 70th Anniversary

    2017

  • Touring Superleggera Aero 3

    Limited

    Touring Superleggera Aero 3

  • F60 America

    Limited

    F60 America

    10 built

  • Touring Berlinetta Lusso

    Limited

    Touring Berlinetta Lusso

  • F12 TRS

    Special

    F12 TRS

    730 hp

    2 built

  • SP3JC

    Special

    SP3JC

    769 hp

  • Special

    F12berlinetta SG50 Edition

    1 built

  • SP America

    Special

    SP America

    2014

    1 built

  • SP275 RW Competizione

    Special

    SP275 RW Competizione

    769 hp

    1 built

How to spot one

Look for

  • Berlinetta: Aero Bridge openings pierce the upper front fenders and feed air along the doors.12
  • Berlinetta: elongated front lights, a wide front opening and trapezoidal side intakes.6
  • Berlinetta: circular taillights above a dark lower rear diffuser.6
  • Berlinetta: four exhaust outlets and a rear diffuser with four fins.13
  • Berlinetta: a rising side crease links the opening behind the front wheel to the rear shoulder.6

Year by year

  1. 2014

    A wider Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tire option was announced for 2014.5

  2. 2015

    F12tdf adds smaller rear quarter windows, a more upright rear screen and a longer, taller rear spoiler.912

  3. 2017

    70th Anniversary Tailor Made versions introduce individual heritage liveries.10

Don’t confuse it with

  • Photo of a Ferrari F12berlinetta
    F12berlinetta
    Photo of a Ferrari FF
    Ferrari FF

    Ferrari FF

    The FF has a shooting-brake tail; the F12berlinetta has a conventional coupe profile despite similar headlights and grille.16

  • Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

    The 599 has sail panels flanking its rear window; the F12berlinetta's signature Aero Bridge channels sit at the front fenders.1119

Against its rivals

  • Ferrari Enzo

    F12berlinetta vs Ferrari Enzo

    Quarter-mile lower is better

    F12berlinetta11.3 s
    Ferrari Enzo11 s
    7
  • Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4

    F12berlinetta vs Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4

    Base price lower is better

    F12berlinetta$323,338
    Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4$404,195
    22
  • Jaguar F-Type V-8 S

    F12berlinetta vs Jaguar F-Type V-8 S

    Quarter-mile lower is better

    F12berlinetta11.3 s
    Jaguar F-Type V-8 S12.1 s
    7

Prices

Value today $250.0K–$300.0K1127

Price when newAuction saleValue today
$0$1M$2M$3M$4M 201520202025 Value today: $250,000–$300,000 2013 · $320,000 · US base, berlinetta2014 · $322,638 · US base, berlinetta2014 · $384,911 · US optioned MSRP, berlinetta2014 · $434,144 · US as tested, berlinetta2015 · $413,248 · US optioned MSRP, berlinetta2016 · $490,000 · US base, F12tdf 2013 · $320,000 · US base price, 2013 model year 2021 · $3,600,000 · F60 America, RM Monterey2024 · $239,500 · 2017 F12berlinetta, 12k miles, BaT2025 · $1,546,000 · 2017 F12tdf, 7k miles, BaT2025 · $700,000 · 2017 70th Anniversary Edition, 1,600 miles, BaT2025 · $255,000 · 2015 F12berlinetta, 19k miles, BaT2026 · $1,790,000 · 2017 F12tdf, 1,900 miles, BaT2026 · $283,000 · 2014 F12berlinetta, 29k miles, BaT2026 · $500,000 · 2015 F12berlinetta, 6k miles, BaT2026 · $350,000 · 2014 F12berlinetta, 15k miles, BaT2026 · $241,000 · 2013 F12berlinetta, 13k miles, BaT2026 · $323,500 · 2017 F12berlinetta, 6k miles, BaT2026 · $636,000 · 2016 F12berlinetta Atelier, 132 miles, BaT $3.6M RM Monterey, 2021
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Show the numbers
YearPriceAmountDetail
2013Launch price$320,000US base price, 2013 model year
2013Price when new$320,000US base, berlinetta
2014Price when new$322,638US base, berlinetta
2014Price when new$384,911US optioned MSRP, berlinetta
2014Price when new$434,144US as tested, berlinetta
2015Price when new$413,248US optioned MSRP, berlinetta
2016Price when new$490,000US base, F12tdf
2021Auction sale$3,600,000F60 America, RM Monterey
2024Auction sale$239,5002017 F12berlinetta, 12k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$1,546,0002017 F12tdf, 7k miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$700,0002017 70th Anniversary Edition, 1,600 miles, BaT
2025Auction sale$255,0002015 F12berlinetta, 19k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$1,790,0002017 F12tdf, 1,900 miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$283,0002014 F12berlinetta, 29k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$500,0002015 F12berlinetta, 6k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$350,0002014 F12berlinetta, 15k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$241,0002013 F12berlinetta, 13k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$323,5002017 F12berlinetta, 6k miles, BaT
2026Auction sale$636,0002016 F12berlinetta Atelier, 132 miles, BaT
2026Value today$250,000–$300,000

The rest of the story is in the app

The full file tells why each version matters, the legend behind the car and what to check before buying one.

  • Versions

    • Why each of the 11 versions matters

  • Legend

    • 14 stories from its legend
    • “1:23 at Fiorano, ahead of Enzo and GTO”
    • “Sensor failure, then a 10.9-second quarter”

  • Generations

    • The story of each of the 6 generations

  • Market

    • 6 things to check before buying one
    • Where prices are heading, and why
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Sources

Every fact on this page links to the source it rests on.

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  12. 1,900-Mile 2017 Ferrari F12tdf for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $1,790,000 on January 19, 2026 (Lot #226,610) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  13. 2017 Ferrari F12berlinetta for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $239,500 on February 21, 2024 (Lot #137,087) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
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  15. New one-off Ferrari SP3JC revealed with 6.3-litre 769bhp V12 | Auto Express autoexpress.co.uk
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  27. 2014 Ferrari F12berlinetta for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $283,000 on April 27, 2026 (Lot #239,830) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  28. 6k-Mile 2015 Ferrari F12berlinetta for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $500,000 on October 4, 2026 (Lot #266,599) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  29. 15k-Mile 2014 Ferrari F12berlinetta for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $350,000 on September 30, 2026 (Lot #266,009) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  30. 13k-Mile 2013 Ferrari F12berlinetta for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $241,000 on March 21, 2026 (Lot #234,370) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  31. 6k-Mile 2017 Ferrari F12berlinetta for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $323,500 on March 10, 2026 (Lot #232,917) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  32. 132-Mile 2016 Ferrari F12berlinetta for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $636,000 on March 5, 2026 (Lot #232,301) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  33. 7k-Mile 2017 Ferrari F12tdf for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $1,546,000 on December 30, 2025 (Lot #225,011) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  34. 1,600-Mile 2017 Ferrari F12berlinetta 70th Anniversary Edition for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $700,000 on October 8, 2025 (Lot #213,582) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
  35. No Reserve: 19k-Mile 2015 Ferrari F12berlinetta for sale on BaT Auctions - sold for $255,000 on August 30, 2025 (Lot #207,794) | Bring a Trailer bringatrailer.com
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