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Ferrari 612 Kappa

2006Coachwork by Pininfarina

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Production period
2006
Body style
Coupé
Chassis
145746
Engine
V12
Type
One-off
Production
1

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Ferrari 612 Kappa, a bespoke iteration of the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti, embodies the pinnacle of automotive exclusivity and customization. Commissioned by avid car collector Peter Kalikow, this exceptional variant was a collaborative venture between Kalikow and Pininfarina. In 2005, Kalikow approached Pininfarina with a unique vision for a custom-made vehicle. Paolo Garella, representing Pininfarina, journeyed to New York to meet Kalikow in person. During their discussions, Kalikow articulated his desire for a car that would subtly diverge from the standard 612 Scaglietti, yet remain unmistakably Ferrari to the discerning eye of only a select few enthusiasts. Kalikow’s active involvement in the project’s development was instrumental in shaping the Ferrari 612 Kappa. Seven months after the project’s inception, the world witnessed the grand reveal of the 612 Kappa at the prestigious Villa d’Este Concours d’Elegance in 2006. While the core design elements of the 612 Scaglietti were retained, the Ferrari 612 Kappa featured a myriad of bespoke details inspired by Kalikow’s personal collection of classic Ferraris. These subtle yet impactful modifications imparted a sense of individuality and exclusivity to the vehicle, elevating it to the status of a true automotive masterpiece. With its exquisite lines and distinctive aesthetic, the Ferrari 612 Kappa exemplifies the art of automotive luxury and personalization. It stands as a testament to the enduring allure of bespoke craftsmanship and the timeless legacy of Ferrari’s iconic design language.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production
1
Production type
One-off

Engine & performance

Engine configuration
V12

Design & manufacture

Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Pininfarina
Manufacturer · Documented
Ferrari
Designer · Documented
Jason Castriota

04 / INDIVIDUAL HISTORY

Chassis & provenance

Chassis 145746
Chassis number
145746
Year
2006

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 145746 · legacy_preserved
Date
2006
Chassis
145746

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: _yoast_wpseo_primary_events. No award inferred.

Villa d’Este 145746 · From the historical archive
Date
2006
Chassis
145746

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

No publishable archival references are currently catalogued for this vehicle.

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

Chronological history2 dated records
  1. 145746 · Event

    Villa d’Este

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