06.01.2004 THE STYLISH NEW FERRARI 612 SCAGLIETTI UNVEILED EARLIER TODAY IN DETROIT IS SEEN ON THE ROAD

Replacing perhaps the most elegant 2+2 of all time, the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti was presented at the 2004 Detroit Motor Show today. As customary, the sensuous exterior bodywork is the work of Pininfarina and thoughtfully evolves Ferrari’s current styling philosophy with obvious trademarks coming from the successful 360 model. 

Keeping this in mind, the famed coachbuilder has also succeeded in creating a modern interpretation of the legendary 375 MM Berlinetta Pinin Farina Speciale “Bergman” (chassis 0456AM), a one-off dating from 1953 and named after its famous original owner, actress Ingrid Bergman. Perceptible elements that have evolved from this most admired thoroughbred are the distinctive side swages, which provide a striking solution to the side graphics of the new design.

The front view is dominated by a traditional Ferrari grille, which sits embraced within a crease that continues to run over the wings and underneath the glass-house area. The result gives the sensation of strength and provides a clear relationship between the headlamps, grille and bodywork.

Quad Ferrari tail lamps sit snugly within the curvaceous rear haunches and are accentuated by soft, undulating crests. The general rear end is a clear evolution of the 456 GT, a characteristic of the ancestor which was always greatly admired. A discreet line connects the rear, side and front sections of the bodywork stylistically. The car is fitted with 18- and 19-inch starfish alloy wheels at the front and back respectively.