A rare Ferrari 812 Competizione Aperta, valued at approximately Rs 23 crore ($2.5 million), was severely damaged after colliding with a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet on the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, USA. The pictures and videos of the aftermath of the incident are going viral on Instagram.
The silver-and-yellow open-top supercar, of which only 599 examples were produced globally, was seen driving along the coastal route before the incident occurred. Visual evidence suggests the Ferrari rear-ended the Mercedes-Benz convertible, with the German car's rear ending up resting on the front of the Italian supercar.
The impact caused extensive damage to the Ferrari. The force of the collision popped the hood, destroyed the expensive carbon-fiber front bumper, and likely damaged components within the engine bay.
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The pictures also show a shattered windshield, and the passenger-side front quarter panel sustained significant damage. In contrast, the Mercedes-Benz suffered damage primarily around its rear bumper, which is expected to be considerably cheaper to repair.
The exact cause of the crash has not been confirmed. However, given the positioning of the vehicles, investigators believe the Ferrari driver struck the rear of the Mercedes convertible.
The 812 Competizione Aperta holds particular significance as the open-top for Ferrari's 812 platform. It features a 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 engine producing 819 hp at 9,250 rpm and 691 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm. While the car originally retailed at a lower price, its value has surged to over $2.5 million due to its scarcity and collector demand.
No injuries were reported in the incident, with media coverage focusing primarily on the extensive material damage. The crash has drawn attention from supercar enthusiasts worldwide due to the rarity and value of the damaged Ferrari. Chances are, the car might end up at an auction site if the cost of repair turns out to be too high.
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