As with any stripped-back Ferrari, weight reduction is a priority. The Speciale is 60kg lighter than the GTB, bringing dry weight down to just 1,410kg. There’s no carpet, minimal sound insulation, more carbon fibre, lighter bucket seats and even the hybridised V6 is lighter—by 9kg—thanks to components derived from the upcoming F80. The powertrain remains a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6 with 515kW (700PS), supported by a 113kW electric motor. Boost pressure is up 13 per cent. The e-motor, mounted between the engine and 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, enables full-electric driving up to 135km/h with a 25km range. An overboost function delivers an extra 132kW, powered by a 7.4kWh lithium-ion battery that can be recharged at up to 7kW.

Inside, it’s stark but purposeful. There’s no central infotainment display—everything is shown in the digital cluster ahead of the driver. Materials are bespoke, with carbon and Alcantara trim available. Noise levels are high, but that’s part of the appeal. There’s barely any storage space, just 169 litres in the front boot, and no lift system for the nose—an omission that, according to Ferrari’s Rafael de Simone, would compromise weight too much.

With the track finally dry, it’s time to push. The steering is razor-sharp and requires just 1.75 turns lock to lock. There’s little variation in feel between drive modes, something Ferrari says is intentional, to maintain predictability in how the steering, powertrain and brakes respond. What does change is the level of energy regeneration and the intensity of the electric boost depending on the selected mode. Full-electric driving is available for stealthy starts or city cruising, but that’s not why anyone buys this car.