The Techno-Classica motor show is world renowned for presenting the best of vintage, classic and prestige automobiles and thus befitting this occasion Ferrari has presented a unique California T HS designed by Ferrari’s Tailor Made service in tribute to the famous 250 SWB (short-wheel base) once belonging to Eric Clapton.
The exterior paint in Grigio Scuro with the Rosso Corsa racing stripes was created by the use of a paint sample to achieve an almost exact shade to closely mirror the original paint. The leather work on the interior in heritage bourdoux continues the design elements within.
The California T also shows off the Handling Speciale option recently launched at the Geneva motor show which offers a series of specific calibrations and a set-up that lends an extra driving edge, especially in the manettino’s Sport mode. This bespoke solution incorporates new damper settings and modified springs that make the car stiffer which results in an even sportier feedback, aided and abetted by the new engine sound that increases as revs rise.
On an aesthetic level, certain elements have been highlighted to underscore the HS package’s sporty vocation while still retaining the California T’s signature elegance and sophistication. These include the new front grille in matte Grigio Ferro Met and the rear diffuser in the same colour with matte black fences and matte black tailpipes. A special plaque in the cockpit also indicates that the car sports the HS optional package.
To complete the display, the following Ferrari models are also presented:
- 250 GTE 2+2, build year 1963 (Ferrari Classiche certified)
- 365 GTB Daytona, build year 1971 (Ferrari Classiche certified)
- Ferrari 365 GTC/4, build year 1972 (Ferrari Classiche certified)
- Ferrari 512 BB, build year April 1981
- 550 Barchetta Pininfarina, build year 2001 (Ferrari Classiche certified)
- Super America, build year 2006