With the introduction of a new Ferrari, it was inevitable that the artisans at Amalgam would craft a miniature replica. Meet the 12Cilindri in 1:8 scale, a stunning representation of the full-size model. And just like the original, acquiring one of these will require a substantial investment. In this instance, 'substantial' is a relative term. A real 12Cilindri fetches around $500,000, while this scaled version starts at $18,220. That's roughly equivalent to a $380 monthly car payment over four years—affordable for many, right? Of course, you won't be driving this model anywhere. But you can display it on your desk in the rec room and admire it for hours. There are certainly worse ways to spend your time.
Speaking of time, Amalgam reports that it took over 3000 hours to design this 12Cilindri replica. The company utilizes Ferrari's designs to create a model that is meticulously accurate to the real thing. Ferrari collaborates with Amalgam to make this possible, and once the thousands of individual parts are crafted, it takes a team of assemblers over 300 hours to construct each car. Amalgam is known for its incredible attention to detail, and this replica does not fall short. The exterior proportions are exact, and it features the same Rosso Imola paint as the actual car. Opening the doors reveals an interior finished in Blu Sterling with delicate red contrast stitching. Digital screens display information, and even the small door latches are faithfully reproduced.
One notable absence is the engine. Unfortunately, this scale model keeps the hood closed, which is a shame because we would love to see the V-12 engine immortalized in 1:8 scale. In the real car, the naturally aspirated engine produces an astonishing 819 horsepower and revs to over 9,000 rpm. If you're not content with one of the 398 replicas (199 hardtops, 199 Spiders) Amalgam plans to produce, the company offers a custom one-of-one model tailored to your specifications. This bespoke option costs $25,510, which could comfortably buy a new Honda Civic. Alternatively, for those who desire a more affordable yet beautiful scale model Ferrari, Amalgam offers a smaller 1:18 scale 12Cilindri for $1,330.
"For collectors who seek an even higher level of personalization, Amalgam Collection provides bespoke models that can be customized to the owner's exact specifications," said Sandy Copeman, founder of Amalgam Collection. "We obtain every technical detail of your chosen specification directly from Ferrari, including paint sample cards and relevant leather swatches. This customization service ensures that each Ferrari 12Cilindri model is not just a replica, but a unique reflection of the owner's personal taste and style." The models are available now directly from Amalgam.
