Limited-series F12 evolution named for the Tour de France — first production Ferrari with rear-wheel steering.
The F12tdf is the limited-series evolution of the F12berlinetta, named for the Tour de France road races that Ferrari dominated in the 1950s and 1960s — four consecutive wins from 1956 with the 250 GT Berlinetta. It marked the debut of rear-wheel steering on a production Ferrari through the Virtual Short Wheelbase system, integrated with the E-Diff.
Deeply reworked aerodynamics, lightweight construction and a raised-power version of the F140 V12 lifted lap times comfortably inside the standard F12 and established the tdf as the collector derivative of the last naturally-aspirated Ferrari V12 berlinetta before the 812 Superfast.
The F12tdf sits between the F12berlinetta and the 812 Superfast as the limited-series lightweight of Ferrari's front-engined V12 line, and introduces rear-wheel steering to the road-car range. It is the direct spiritual descendant of the 599 GTO in Ferrari's modern GTO-adjacent lineage.
| Variant | Years | Production | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| F12tdf | 2015–2017 | 799 | 799 units. 6,262cc F140 65° V12 raised from 740 to 780 cv (769 bhp) at 8,500 rpm; 705 Nm at 6,750 rpm with 80% of peak torque from 2,500 rpm; 8,900 rpm redline. F1 DCT with 6% shorter ratios, 30% faster upshifts and 40% faster downshifts. Virtual Short Wheelbase rear-axle steering integrated with the E-Diff — the first production Ferrari with rear-wheel steering. 110 kg lighter than the F12: 1,415 kg dry, 1,520 kg kerb. Downforce up 87% over the F12 to 230 kg at 200 km/h; aerodynamic efficiency 1.6. LaFerrari-derived Extreme Design one-piece brake calipers. 0–100 km/h 2.9 s; 0–200 km/h 7.9 s; Fiorano lap 1:21; top speed over 340 km/h. Tailor Made and Atelier specification variety is wide across the run. |
Provenance is paramount on limited-series Ferraris. For the F12tdf specifically, verify Virtual Short Wheelbase rear-axle steering health, LaFerrari-derived Extreme Design caliper condition, and the completeness of Tailor Made / Atelier specification documentation. Confirm Ferrari Classiche certification, chassis and engine identity, option-list documentation and continuous ownership record before any commercial discussion.
The single-clutch F1 unit on the 599 GTO and SA Aperta and the F1 DCT on the F12tdf are dealer-diagnosed systems. Confirm clutch wear percentage, TCU fault history and — on F1 cars — hydraulic accumulator condition against a current authorised Ferrari diagnostic report.
Second-generation carbon-ceramic discs (599 GTO/SA Aperta) and the Extreme Design one-piece calipers (F12tdf) are model-specific items with model-specific replacement costs. Inspect disc condition, pad wear and any thermal fatigue at the pad interface, and confirm parts availability with the dealer before purchase.
Limited-series Ferrari bodies carry model-specific carbon and aluminium panels; the SA Aperta additionally carries carbon-fibre C-pillars, aluminium bootlid, an emergency-use manual soft top and unique five-spoke wheels. Verify every model-specific part against the delivery documentation and reject a car whose aero and body hardware cannot be documented as original.
Regional ranges authored independently — each reflects its local market, not an FX conversion
Each region quoted in its local currency — independent market readings, not FX conversions
The F12tdf is the clear collector pick of the F12 line, with the last naturally-aspirated Ferrari V12 berlinetta status reinforced by the arrival of the 812 Superfast. A March 2026 Broad Arrow Amelia Island sale established the current model record at $4,185,000.
| Date | Auction | Car | Mileage | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-07 | Broad Arrow Amelia Island | 2017 F12tdf Model record. | — | $4,185,000 Sold |
Limited-series lightweight evolution of the last naturally-aspirated Ferrari V12 berlinetta, and the first production Ferrari with rear-wheel steering. Original carbon bodywork, low mileage and continuous authorised service history separate the strongest cars.
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