This August, Mecum Auctions returns to the Monterey Peninsula for one of the most anticipated collector car events of the year, and two extraordinary Ferraris are already generating serious buzz among enthusiasts. Headlining the Monterey 2026 docket are a 2017 Ferrari F12tdf and a 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale Aperta, two ultra-limited, track-honed masterpieces that represent the absolute pinnacle of modern Ferrari engineering. Here is a closer look at both showstoppers.
2017 Ferrari F12tdf — Lot R16
There is arguably no more thrilling front-engined Ferrari than the F12tdf, and this jaw-dropping example is one of only 799 ever built. Finished in gorgeous Bianco Italia with tricolore livery stripes and a Bianco/Nero leather interior, this stunning example shows just 89 miles and was custom-ordered new through Ferrari’s exclusive Extra Campionario program. Under that gorgeous Pininfarina-sculpted aluminum body sits a screaming 6.3L/769 HP V-12 paired with a lightning-fast 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, magnetorheological dampers, electronic rear-wheel steering and carbon-ceramic brakes with striking Rosso Corsa calipers. Complete with its matching luggage set and finished on lightweight forged wheels, this F12tdf is a true collector-grade unicorn and an unmissable highlight of Mecum’s Monterey 2026 sale.
View the full listing for this 2017 Ferrari F12tdf at Mecum.com
2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale Aperta — Lot R15
For drivers who crave open-top V-8 theatrics, the 458 Speciale Aperta stands alone, and this dazzling example is one of just 499 ever produced. Wrapped in Bianco Italia with signature tricolore livery stripes over a Nero interior, this Speciale Aperta shows a scant 308 miles and remains as breathtaking today as the day it left Maranello. Power comes from a howling naturally-aspirated 4.5L/597 HP V-8 mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, backed by F1-Trac traction control, side slip control, a magnetorheological damping system and carbon-ceramic brakes with vivid Yellow calipers. Extensive carbon fiber and Alcantara trim, a retractable hardtop, forged wheels and Scuderia shields complete this extraordinary, track-bred convertible, making it one of the true crown jewels of Mecum’s Monterey 2026 docket.
View the full listing for this 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale Aperta at Mecum.com
Visit Monterey 2026 – Mecum Auctions
Visit our website to register to bid, consign your vehicle and browse all consignments. The Mecum Monterey Auction takes place August 13-15 in beautiful Monterey, California.
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