In December 2021, Motor1.com covered Scuderia Ferrari Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz Jr. visiting the Prancing Horse to spec his car through the brand’s Tailor Made personalization program. Now he has finally taken delivery of the custom 812 Competizione.
The Ferrari is a major upgrade for Sainz. His current car is a Volkswagen Golf. His parents bought him the sedan as a gift when he turned 18. He kept it even while racing in F1 for the Toro Rosso, Renault, McLaren and Ferrari teams.
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Sainz says he prefers dark colored cars. He spec’d his 812 Competizione in a shade of dark gray with a satin finish that slightly changes the color depending on how the light hits the body. The wheels are black. Red brake calipers and subtle stripes add a bit of brightness to the exterior.
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Sainz also customized the interior. The carbon fiber tread plates are labeled “Smoother Operator” in silver. The rugs have his race number 55 as part of the stripes. The rest of the cabin is dark gray with matching red accents on the exterior.
The engine noise gives Sainz a chill, but it’s not too surprising. The naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12 produces a wonderfully aggressive noise. On the road, he likes to shift gears just to hear how the engine note changes.
Ferrari manufactures 999 examples of the 812 Competizione coupé and 599 examples of the Competizione Aperta with a removable carbon fiber roof panel. The V12 under the long hood develops 830 horsepower (619 kilowatts) and 510 pound-feet (692 Newton-meters) of torque. It can spin up to 9,500 rpm. A seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox manages power transmission to the wheels.
The Coupe can hit 62 miles per hour (100 kilometers per hour) in 2.85 seconds and 124 mph (200 km/h) in 7.5 seconds. Top speed is 211 mph.
Sainz has had a good 2022 season in F1. He finished fifth in the Drivers’ Championship and scored nine podium finishes. His best result was winning the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.
