Ferrari has just sold the world’s most expensive car at Monterey Car Week 2025. The Ferrari Daytona SP3 ‘599+1’ chassis was auctioned for a whopping $26 million (approximately AED 95,485,000). Read below what makes the Daytona SP3 ‘599+1’ so special.
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Ferrari Daytona SP3 '599+1' - What makes it special?
Ferrari launched the Daytona SP3 in 2021 to pay tribute to the iconic mid-engined sports cars of the 1960s. However, the recently sold most expensive SP3 bears a special ‘599+1’ chassis number.
The auctioned Daytona SP3 ‘599+1’ is specially made after all the limited 599 units of the standard Daytona SP3 have already been sold worldwide. It is a one-off version that portrays the legacy and enthusiasm of Ferrari in the racing world.
The Daytona SP3 ‘599+1’ features a beautiful mix of Giallo Modena paint with the bare carbon fibre bodywork, signifying the distinctive appeal of this hand-made car.
A similar theme is seen on the inside, where it uses recycled parts for the trim and upholstery. The steering column and the dashboard have been carved out of the carbon fibre used in Formula One racing cars.
The base price of the auction for the SP3 ‘599+1’ was $2.25 million. However, the final auction took it nearly ten times higher than the original value, which is $26 million.
Ferrari Daytona SP3 ‘599+1’ - Engine performance
The special hand-made Daytona SP3 uses the same 6.5-litre V12 petrol engine as the standard SP3. However, it features certain tweaks to the hardware and ECU to make it quicker.
This unit develops a peak power of 830 bhp and 697 Nm of peak torque. With the dry weight of 1,485 kg, the Daytona SP3 ‘599+1’ has a power-to-weight ratio of track-only cars.
Performance-wise, it can sprint 0-100 km/h in 2.85 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 7.4 seconds, and gets a top speed of 340 km/h.
Our verdict
The special Ferrari SP3 ‘599+1’ is the ultimate car that money can buy. While some may argue that its performance is not as fast as some other hypercars, it is its uniqueness and Ferrari’s legacy attached to it that make it stand apart from the rest of the cars.
FAQs
1. Which is the most expensive Ferrari car in the world?
The Ferrari Daytona SP3 ‘599+1’ is the most expensive car in the world. It is auctioned at $26 million at the Monterey Car Week 2025.
2. What is the top speed of the Ferrari Daytona SP3?
The top speed of the Ferrari Daytona SP3 is 340 km/h.
