For instance, the \u201cSC40\u201d debossed on the side of the rear wing pays homage to the 1980s icon. Elsewhere, the side intakes echo the unmistakable NACA ducts of the F40<\/a>. Some of the 296 GTB\u2019s flowing curves have been swapped for sharper, more angular lines, recalling the design language of Leonardo Fioravanti\u2019s team.<\/p>\n That said, Ferrari<\/a> didn\u2019t set out to recreate the F40. The SC40 is described as \u201ca model with its own distinct personality.\u201d Had it been a true homage, it would have featured pop-up headlights, a gated manual gearbox, and a twin-turbo V-8. Instead, it remains a 296 GTB underneath, hence the oversized \u201cCharge\u201d script on the aluminum fuel door behind the driver.<\/p>\n Photo by: Ferrari<\/p>\n Photo by: Ferrari<\/p>\n Photos by: Ferrari<\/p>\n Beyond the bespoke bodywork, the white paint and wheels are exclusive to this car. Although it\u2019s down two cylinders, the V-6 sits beneath smoked Lexan louvres that further strengthen the visual connection to the F40. The stark \u201cstormtrooper\u201d look won\u2019t appeal to everyone, but the extent of the transformation over a standard 296 GTB<\/a> is impressive.<\/p>\n Inside, the changes are minimal but meaningful. The extensive use of Kevlar channels the spirit of the F40, covering much of the interior, from the steering wheel and dashboard to the floor mats, footwells, and seats.<\/p>\n Ferrari hasn\u2019t disclosed the price, but it\u2019s safe to assume the SC40 cost well above the standard 296 GTB\u2019s $346,950 base figure. Models created through Ferrari\u2019s Special Projects program typically take around two years to complete, with the owner actively involved in both the design and validation stages.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n 32 <\/p>\n \n Source: Ferrari <\/p>\n Only one SC40 will ever exist, but visitors to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello can already admire a full-size styling buck.<\/p>\n And perhaps this won\u2019t be the last tribute. We might eventually see another if Lewis Hamilton has his way. The seven-time F1 champion has expressed interest in collaborating with Ferrari on a so-called \u201cF44,\u201d<\/a> complete with a manual gearbox and styling inspired by the legendary F40.<\/p>\n \n \t\tWe want your opinion!\n\t<\/p>\n What would you like to see on Motor1.com?<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/16x9-tr.png\")
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