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Ferrari Monza SP SP2 2018

2018

Presented in September 2018, the Ferrari Monza SP2 is a two-seat barchetta with no roof and no conventional windscreen. Alongside the single-seat SP1, it introduced Ferrari’s Icona family, a special-series concept that reinterprets significant competition cars from the marque’s past with contemporary engineering. Its styling recalls the 166 MM, 750 Monza and 860 Monza racing cars of the 1950s, while its mechanical package is closely related to the Ferrari 812 Superfast. The SP2 is identified by its twin seats, separate head fairings and open cockpit, creating a more sociable interpretation of the Monza concept. A naturally aspirated 6.5-litre V12 produces 810 hp and drives the rear wheels through a seven-speed F1 dual-clutch transmission.

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History

The Ferrari Monza SP2 was unveiled in Maranello on September 18, 2018, during Ferrari’s Capital Markets Day, before being shown publicly in connection with the 2018 Paris Motor Show. It formed part of the first phase of Ferrari’s Icona strategy, created for highly exclusive cars inspired by important chapters in the company’s history. The Monza name refers directly to the racing barchettas that helped establish Ferrari’s sporting reputation during the 1950s. The 1948 166 MM, together with the 750 Monza and 860 Monza, provided the principal historical and stylistic references. The SP2 translated that idea into a modern road car with composite bodywork, no roof, no conventional windscreen and a patented aerodynamic device known as the Virtual Wind Shield. Its mechanical package was derived from the 812 Superfast, although the intake system and related calibration were revised for a higher output. Production was intended for a small group of selected clients and collectors.

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Anecdotes

The Virtual Wind Shield is one of the Monza SP2’s most distinctive solutions: an integrated duct in the front bodywork redirects part of the airflow toward the area ahead of the driver. Ferrari also offered a selection of driving equipment including a helmet, gloves, racing suit and shoes, extending the visual connection with historic barchetta racers. Despite its second seat, the cockpit remains deliberately sparse, making the SP2 a shared open-air experience rather than a conventional convertible.

Production

Ferrari announced a total production limit of 499 cars for the Monza SP1 and SP2 combined, without publishing an official breakdown between the two body styles. The SP2 therefore was not produced as a separate run of 499 examples. Access was intended for selected clients and collectors, and cars were allocated before broad public availability. That restricted distribution, together with extensive opportunities for bespoke finishes, contributes to the SP2’s rarity on the market. Public sources do not confirm an exact SP2 production figure or a definitive split between the single-seat and two-seat versions.

Press reception

Press coverage of the Monza SP2 focused primarily on its design and unusual concept. Car and Driver described it as a highly exclusive modern interpretation of Ferrari’s barchetta tradition, highlighting its lack of a conventional windscreen and its connection with historic racing models. In a post-launch drive, Autocar noted that the dramatic bodywork was supported by the capable mechanical package derived from the 812 Superfast, rather than being purely a styling exercise. The Monza family also received institutional recognition for design: Ferrari stated that the SP1, the SP2’s technical sister, won the 2019 iF Gold Award. This distinction should not be presented as a separate SP2-only award.

Evolution

The Monza SP2 did not evolve through a conventional sequence of annual updates; its significance lies in the radical reinterpretation of the classic barchetta. Ferrari retained the idea of a stripped-back open body, then combined it with a modern structure, advanced electronic controls and a contemporary V12 powertrain. The main distinction from the Monza SP1 is the cabin layout: the SP1 is a single-seater, while the SP2 adds a passenger in a second, symmetrical cockpit. That change requires a second fairing behind the seats and a small passenger-side deflector to help manage airflow. The Virtual Wind Shield provides a measure of protection without introducing a traditional windscreen. In this form, the Monza concept uses historical inspiration as a starting point for a modern driving experience rather than attempting to reproduce an old racing car literally.

Variants

The Monza range launched in 2018 consists of two closely related models: the SP1 and the SP2. The SP1 uses a single-seat layout with an offset driving position and a more uncompromising cockpit arrangement. The SP2 follows the same mechanical philosophy and overall design theme, but adds a second seat for two-person driving. Both cars use the naturally aspirated 6.5-litre V12, the seven-speed F1 dual-clutch gearbox and the Virtual Wind Shield concept. Ferrari’s technical information lists the SP2 as slightly heavier than the SP1, reflecting its two-seat configuration and additional equipment. Available evidence does not establish an official production split between the two versions. Customer specifications and bespoke finishes were handled through Ferrari’s personalization channels and should not be confused with separate mechanical variants.

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References

Ferrari Monza SP2Ferrari
Official model information, design concept, engine, power, transmission and performance specifications.
Ferrari Monza SP2: Ferrari HistoryFerrari
Official historical entry confirming the 2018 model year, V12 configuration, 6496 cc displacement and 810 cv output.
The Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2 unveiledFerrari
Official launch announcement, Icona positioning, unveiling date and historical references to Ferrari barchettas.
Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2 technical specificationsFerrari
Official press document supporting the engine, power, torque, gearbox, dimensions, weight and performance data.
The Ferrari Monza Is an Instant ClassicCar and Driver
Contemporary launch coverage supporting the SP1/SP2 design differences, Virtual Wind Shield concept, customer positioning and combined production limit of up to 499 cars.
Ferrari SP2 Monza: First ride in ultra-rare speedsterAutocar
Driving impression supporting the contemporary press reception and the emphasis on the SP2’s dramatic design and dynamic capability.
Ferrari Monza SP1 wins the iF Design Gold AwardFerrari
Official confirmation of the 2019 iF Gold Award for the SP1 and the shared design relationship with the SP2.
Ferrari Monza ReviewTop Gear
Secondary source supporting the SP1/SP2 body-style distinction, rear-wheel drive and seven-speed twin-clutch arrangement.