We’re deep into 2025 already, and as August arrives, you know it’s time for an all-new Supercars.com.GH Car of the Month. This time, we’ve decided to go down the luxury grand tourer path with something truly special. Here it is – the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti, and throughout this month, we are going to tell you all about why this prancing horse will leave you absolutely speechless!
The Perfect Ferrari for Ghana
When most people think Ferrari, they picture screaming V12s and razor-sharp handling that punishes you on anything less than perfect tarmac. But the 612 Scaglietti breaks all the rules! This is a Ferrari that’s perfectly suited for our diverse Ghanaian roads, whether you’re cruising through the smooth highways around Airport Hills or navigating the more challenging surfaces on your way to Cape Coast for the weekend.
The Heart of a Champion: 5.7L V12 Perfection
Let’s talk about the star of the show – that magnificent 5.7-liter V12 engine producing 540 horsepower. This isn’t just any V12; it shares DNA with the legendary Enzo! Unlike other Ferraris that announce their presence to everyone, the 612’s engine is a gentleman at low speeds, yet transforms into pure Italian fury when you hit those open stretches on the Accra-Tema Motorway.
This sophisticated powerplant rockets the 612 from 0-62 mph in just 4.2 seconds, delivering performance with the kind of effortless grace that makes long drives to Kumasi an absolute pleasure rather than a bone-jarring endurance test.
Practical Luxury: The Ferrari for Real Life
Here’s where the 612 truly breaks the Ferrari mold – it’s a genuine four-seater! Perfect for those family trips to visit relatives in Takoradi or taking clients out for business dinners in East Legon. The cabin is draped in the finest Schedoni leather, and the F1 paddle-shift transmission makes navigating Accra’s traffic surprisingly civilized while delivering lightning-quick shifts when you hit the open road.
At over 16 feet long, this is Ferrari’s largest production car ever, yet the aluminum construction keeps it feeling nimble and refined, exactly what you want when you’re representing at high-level business meetings or social events across Ghana’s major cities.
Understated Elegance That Never Begs for Attention
Perhaps the most remarkable thing about the 612 Scaglietti is how it carries itself. This isn’t a car that screams “look at me!” Instead, it whispers sophistication and class. The design, penned by Pininfarina, flows from nose to tail with an elegance that’s both timeless and unmistakably Ferrari.
The 612 Scaglietti proves that sometimes the most refined choice is also the most exciting one – and stay tuned to Supercars.com.GH all month long as we dive deeper into why this balanced beast deserves serious consideration from Ghana’s most discerning automotive enthusiasts!