Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton test out the physical intensity of the new Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale at Fiorano
Published on Oct 17, 2026 at 7:57 PM (UTC-4)
by Ben Thompson
Last updated on Oct 17, 2026 at 7:57 PM (UTC-4)
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Mason Jones
Teammates Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton took the new Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale out for a spin at Fiorano.
They’re the two biggest names in motorsports today, and for this video, they were taking on the role of vehicle testers.
And it was a role they took on with great enthusiasm.
What did they make of Ferrari’s limited-edition grand tourer?
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are both legends in their own right
If you wanted two big names in motorsports, you couldn’t do much better than Ferrari teammates Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc.
Hamilton is renowned for being a Ferrari fan even off the track, particularly when it comes to the F40.
And consider how special that car must be to him given that he sold the rest off to focus on art.
Leclerc is also partial to a Ferrari himself, having bought a SF90 XX Stradale and a Daytona SP3.
You couldn’t get two better candidates to represent the Italian brand.
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What did this duo make of the 12Cilindri Manuale?
When they took to the track in the 12Clinidri Manuale, it’s safe to say they were impressed with what they saw.
Leclerc got to take the wheel on the first time around Fiorano circuit, and he was left with a big smile on his face.
“Oh, that’s nice!” he exclaimed, letting the car rip around a corner.
Hamilton had kept composed as a passenger – would he more expressive on his turn in the drivers seat?
Hamilton didn’t hold back in letting rip either, and had his fellow motorsport hero practically gripping onto the passenger seat.
“Fantastico!” he exclaimed, getting out of the vehicle.
“It’s very cool! It’s so much fun to drive!”
Could you get a better endorsement than that? We doubt it.
What you need to know about the Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale
The 12Cilindri Manuale is a limited-edition version of Ferrari’s grand tourer, in response to customers asking for a manual.
It comes with a naturally aspirated V12 producing 830hp and is capable of hitting 100km/h in 2.8 seconds.
With a top speed of 340km/h, there’s no questioning the power behind this car.
Production is limited to 1,499 cars, all of which have already been allocated to clients.
With starting prices of $656,265 (€590,000), this makes it $211,348 (€190,000) more than the standard automatic 12Cilindri.
Italian deliveries are expected to begin in the first quarter of 2027, with deliveries to Australia and New Zealand starting in the year’s second half.
Ferrari’s most iconic cars
250 GTO (1962 – 1964): Widely considered the ‘Holy Grail’ of collector cars.
250 TR (1957 – 1961): Dominant in endurance racing, with several wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Dino 246 GT (1969 – 1974): Named in honor of Enzo Ferrari’s Alfredo (‘Dino’).
F40 (1987 – 1992): The final car approved by Enzo before his death.
F50 (1995 – 1997): Brought Formula 1 engineering onto the road.
458 Italia (2009 – 2015): Regarded by many as the peak of analog driving, featuring the manufacturer’s last naturally aspirated mid-mounted V8 engine.
LaFerrari (2013 – 2018): Considered the brand’s entry into the hybrid ‘Holy Trinity’ hypercar trio, alongside the McLaren P1 and the Porsche 918.
Ben joined Supercar Blondie in February 2025 after being published by international organizations including LADbible, The Sun, the New York Post, and the Daily Mail. He covers supercars, rare and collectible vehicles, aviation, luxury assets, and the fascinating people behind them. His reporting has explored everything from seven-figure supercars and historic Ferrari collections to unusual aircraft adventures and extraordinary automotive discoveries from around the world. Ben has also gained first-hand insight into vehicle craftsmanship and customization, including visiting specialist workshops to see bespoke vehicles up close.
