Some known facts on the Ferrari Monza Sp2 of Max Verstappen at 1.8 million dollars, a Speedster V12 of 799 hp with only 499 copies in the world
Max Verstappen, triple World Formula 1 champion, is not only a phenomenon on a circuit, but also an automobile enthusiast with an impressive collection. One of the jewels of its garage is the Ferrari Monza SP2, an exclusive racing car, sold $ 1.8 million and produced in only 499 copies worldwide. This car, from the prestigious Icona series in Ferrari, combined a retro design inspired by the legendary Barchetta from the 1950s with modern technology and unrivaled performance. If many fans are aware of the purchase of this car by Verstappen in 2020, certain less known details concerning this exceptional machine and the pilot’s relationship with it deserve to be highlighted.
The Ferrari Monza SP2 pays tribute to Ferrari’s sporting heritage, with a design reminiscent of emblematic models like the 166 mm and the 750 Monza. With a traditional roof or windshield, it offers unique open driving experience, comparable to that of a formula 1 on the public highway. Instead of a physical windshield, Ferrari uses an innovative system called “Virtual Wind Shield”. This system, which channels air flows by opening in the hood, creates an aerodynamic bubble around the pilot to divert the wind and small objects. This point is crucial, because the car can reach more than 300 km/h thanks to an atmospheric V12 engine of 6.5 liters developing 799 hp. This is the most powerful engine ever used by Ferrari on a standard car, with an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.9 seconds.
A little known fact is that the Monza SP2 is not within everyone’s reach, even with sufficient financial means. Ferrari carefully selects its buyers, favoring loyal customers and collectors. It is remarkable that Verstappen, then Pilot Red Bull and Fervent Critique of the Formula 1 team Ferrari, was authorized to acquire this car. In 2019, he accused Ferrari of using an illegal source of energy, which will make its purchase of the Monza SP2 all the more interesting in 2020. He testified to his appreciation of Ferrari’s know-how, despite the rivalry on the circuit.
Another interesting detail: the buyers of the Monza SP2 receive a combination and a tailor -made race helmet, designed in collaboration with Italian fashion houses. Although these accessories are intended to enrich the driving experience, it is unlikely that Verstappen, which already has countless helmets thanks to his Formula 1 career, often uses them. This highlights the exclusivity of the car, which is not only a vehicle, but also a work of art and a life experience. The Monza SP2 is registered in Monaco under the 797h license plate, a subtle wink to the 799 hp of the engine.
The car is not free from controversy. In the United States, the Monza SP2 is not approved for the road due to the absence of a traditional windshield, but in Europe, and in particular in Monaco, where Verstappen often stays, it can be used freely. It is therefore perfect for the winding roads of the Côte d’Azur, where Verstappen was seen in the process of roaring the V12 engine. Another curiosity: the Monza SP2 does not have a central touch screen; Functions like Apple Carplay and the radio are controlled via buttons on the handlebars, favoring pure driving experience rather than modern gadgets.
The choice of Verstappen for the Monza Sp2 reflects his personality: daring, uncompromising and speeding of speed. It is also remarkable that, alongside other celebrities like the footballer Zlatan Ibrahimović and Chef Gordon Ramsay, he is part of the exclusive club of the owners of Monza SP2. The rarity and high price of the car make it a collection object whose value will only increase. For Verstappen, however, it is more than an investment; It is a symbol of his success and his passion for cars.
Although the Monza SP2 is not the only Ferrari in the Verstappen collection – it also has a SF90 Stradale and has already owned a 488 pista – it remains one of the most remarkable. Its garage, estimated at more than $ 6 million, also has other brands like Aston Martin and Audi, but Monza SP2 remains a unique piece that attracts all eyes. It is a car that impresses not only by its performance, but also by its history: a mixture of inheritance, exclusivity and pure adrenaline, like Max Verstappen itself.
