Ferrari has just unveiled the first official images of the car, which is dubbed the SP12 EC. As its name implies it was indeed commissioned by the English guitar player.
Although the 512 BB got its power from a 180-degree V12 engine, the SP12 EC is believed to utilize the same drivetrain as the 458 Italia, meaning that it is powered by a 4.5-liter V8 that makes 562 horsepower and 398 foot-pounds of torque. The one-off model can reportedly reach a top speed of 202 miles per hour.
Pictures of the car's interior were not released.
Clapton is thrilled to have been able to help design a one-off Ferrari and he calls it "one of the most satisfying things I've ever done." We'd certainly hope so because several sources indicate that the one-off model cost approximately £3 million, or $4.7 million at this morning's conversion rate.
