Niels van Roij Design Unveils V12 Ferrari-Based Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage
A one-off grand tourer paying homage to the 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Shooting Brake
Key Takeaways
- Niels van Roij Design reveals V12 Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage One-Off.
- It’s based on the Ferrari 599 with a new, all-aluminum body.
- It features a rear glass hatch with dual butterfly opening.
- The interior design is inspired by the classic Ferrari Daytona.
- The car will make its public debut at the Royal Automobile Club, Woodcote Park in the UK.
What is the Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage?
The Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage is a one-off grand tourer designed by Niels van Roij Design, paying homage to the 1972 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Shooting Brake. It is based on the Ferrari 599, with a new, all-aluminum body and a rear glass hatch with dual butterfly opening.
The car’s design is inspired by the classic Ferrari Daytona, with horizontal headlights that include an amber reflector. The Prancing Horses have been removed, and the car says “Daytona” at the front.
What are the key features of the Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage?
The Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage features a lifted roof that flows into a large, remote-controlled butterfly glass shooting brake trunk area. Trunk space looks far larger than a standard 599, and rear visibility appears to be improved thanks to copious amounts of glass.
The interior design is inspired by the classic Ferrari Daytona, with the 599’s gauges moved to the center, like a Mini Cooper. The car appears to have the F1 six-speed automated manual transmission.
What is the inspiration behind the Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage?
The Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage is a tribute to the Ferrari Daytona, complete with a roaring V12 engine. The project was equally ambitious as it was demanding, with the goal of celebrating the classic while ensuring creativity was not limited by it.
”Designing the Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage commission was an honorable task and great opportunity. The project was equally ambitious as it was demanding. Rendering the legendary ‘72 shooting brake into a contemporary piece of car design was complex. We intended to celebrate the classic, but ensured we were not limited by it in our creativity,” Niels van Roji said.
Where will the Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage make its public debut?
The Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage will make its public debut at the Royal Automobile Club, Woodcote Park in the UK.
Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6.0-liter V12 |
| Transmission | F1 six-speed automated manual |
| Body Style | Shooting Brake |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the inspiration behind the Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage?
The Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage is a tribute to the Ferrari Daytona, complete with a roaring V12 engine. The project was equally ambitious as it was demanding, with the goal of celebrating the classic while ensuring creativity was not limited by it.
Q: What are the key features of the Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage?
The Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage features a lifted roof that flows into a large, remote-controlled butterfly glass shooting brake trunk area. Trunk space looks far larger than a standard 599, and rear visibility appears to be improved thanks to copious amounts of glass.
Q: Where will the Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage make its public debut?
The Daytona Shooting Brake Hommage will make its public debut at the Royal Automobile Club, Woodcote Park in the UK.
