Buy a Ferrari new is often seen as an almost safe investment. Especially when it comes to a model as exclusive as the brand-new Ferrari 12Cilindri. Yet the story of this American example proves that even a supercar costing over half a million dollars can quickly become a burden...
A like-new Ferrari
This 2025 Ferrari 12Cilindri had just 510 miles on the clock, or around 820 kilometers. In other words, a near-new car, factory-ordered in a very classic but still desirable configuration: Rosso Corsa with Nero accents, Daytona seats in Rosso Ferrari leather, numerous carbon-fiber options and Burmester audio system. The original list price was precisely $566,081. A high price, but consistent with the positioning of this direct heir to the F12 Berlinetta and 812 Superfast, equipped with a 6.5-liter naturally-aspirated V12 developing 830 hp.
The incident
Everything changed during a trip through downtown Atlanta. According to the seller's explanations, a pedestrian had crossed the road in an unpredictable manner. In trying to avoid him, the Ferrari was slightly damaged, with an impact to the windshield on the passenger side and a dent to the right rear fender. The Carfax report mentions an accident in September 2025, with damage to the right-hand side. The windscreen was replaced and the bodywork repaired before repainting. The seller states that the car was then restored to original Ferrari standards. From an administrative point of view, the pedestrian was found to be at fault and arrested for a warrant already out for his arrest. But for the owner, the damage was done. He is quoted as saying: "a nice homeless man, hoping to collect the insurance".
A Ferrari that's become "unwanted
In the world of collectors, a supercar that has been involved in an accident, even one that has been perfectly repaired, instantly loses some of its value. This owner, presented as a collector, obviously preferred to move on quickly rather than keep a car now associated with an incident. The 12Cilindri was therefore put up for auction, despite its near-new condition, low mileage and highly sought-after configuration.
Estimated at around $566,000, its original price, the Ferrari 12Cilindri ended up selling for only $536,000 at the auction held on December 19, 2025. A difference of $30,000, which represents a net loss for the owner. While some recent Ferraris sometimes trade at a premium, this result is a reminder that the market is ruthless with vehicles with a damaged past, even when it comes to a rare new Ferrari. In this particular case, a few hundred kilometers and an urban incident were enough to cost a nearly new Ferrari $30,000.
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If the car is well repaired and invisible, there's no reason why it should lose value (except in the case of major damage).
When it comes to buying a Ferrari and selling it with only 510 miles on the clock, I find it hard to understand.