2024 Ferrari 296 GTS

Ferrari's 296 GTS pairs a 2,992cc twin-turbo V6 with a plug-in hybrid system for 819 bhp, and the page quotes 0-62mph in 2.9 seconds and a top speed of 205 mph. This 2024 (24-reg) car is finished in Historical Grigio Ferro metallic over a Bordeaux leather interior. A grey-on-red scheme this muted is rarer than the usual Rosso and Giallo cars, and the wine-coloured cabin gives it a more considered look than most.

The specification leans toward the track-minded end of the options list. It has Daytona racing seats with the seat lifter, a carbon fibre driving zone with LED steering wheel controls, and carbon on the front spoiler, rear diffuser, underdoor panels, dashboard inserts, upper tunnel trim, instrument cover, sill kick plates and key. Forged 20-inch diamond-finish wheels in grey, titanium wheel bolts, gloss black calipers, black tailpipe tips and Scuderia shields complete the exterior. Full body paint protection film is fitted, and carbon-ceramic brakes and Magnaride adaptive suspension come as standard.

On the practical side, it has covered 3,300 miles and still has the remainder of its seven-year Ferrari service plan and four-year warranty from new. Comfort and convenience options include surround view cameras, front and rear parking sensors, a JBL premium audio system, Apple CarPlay and a wireless phone charger. The 296 GTS is the open-top version of Ferrari's V6 hybrid, with a folding hard top that adds little weight and keeps the 296 GTB's mid-engined balance.