The GTC4Lusso’s two rear seats have been removed to add extra dynamism to the BR20’s ultra-sleek
fastback line. The new car is three inches longer than the original, thanks to a specific rear overhang
treatment designed to create a silhouette that beautifully emphasises its proportions. One of the
cornerstones of the design process for this one-off was the radical modification made to the cabin volume.
This in turn gave the design team, led by Flavio Manzoni, the freedom to conceive the innovative proportions
that ultimately produced a powerful yet stylistically coherent exterior design theme.
The new cabin design solution creates the impression of a pair of arches running lengthwise from A-pillar to
rear spoiler. The rear volume of the arch has been hollowed out to create an aerodynamic channel with the
air outlet concealed by the black rear fascia under the spoiler. This modern take on Ferrari’s “flying
buttress” theme firmly connects the car to signature Prancing Horse styling cues not just from Ferrari’s GT
tradition, but also sports cars such as the 599 GTB Fiorano. To visually lighten the cabin, the black paint of
the roof visually connects the windscreen to the rear screen, which stands above the surface of the rear
tailgate as if to channel the air flow.
A muscular rear bumper melds beautifully with the aggressive look of the rest of the car: twin taillights
create a visual dialogue with the tailpipes, which are lower and set into a prominent aerodynamic diffuser
with active flaps on the underbody. Even the BR20’s twin round exhaust tips were designed especially for
this bespoke model.
The BR20’s many carbon-fibre details highlight the edgy dynamic characteristics and powerful performance
of this extraordinary four-wheel drive car. High, sinuous sills add an extra hint of dynamism to the lower
section of the flanks as well as emphasising the front air vents on the wheel arches. The wide front grille
sports an upper carbon-fibre element, a note of stylistic consistency with other recent Ferrari one-offs,
whileunusual chrome side inserts help underline the car’s dynamic front stance.
The BR20’s unique identity is further underscored by the front grille’s striking new horizontal slats that lend
a powerful sense of three-dimensionality. A virtually endless list of elements was designed specifically for
the BR20, not least its modified headlights. They are lower in height compared to those of the GTC4Lusso
with slimmer DRLs, which makes the bonnet seem even longer and sleeker. The 20” tone-on-tone
diamond-finish wheels were also created especially for this unique car.
The BR20’s interior is no less impressive, trimmed in two shades of brown leather and carbon-fibre, an
exquisite combination developed according to the client’s indications. The seats are trimmed in dark brown
Heritage Testa di Moro leather and sport an exclusive pattern at the front as well as silver cross-stitching.
The cabin volume runs uninterrupted from the windscreen to the luggage compartment at the rear, creating
a sense of unique lightness and airiness for occupants. Oak trim with carbon-fibre inserts adorns the rear
bench and luggage deck, which conceals a deeper loading area when folded flat, as well as the door
handles.
Designed for a longstanding client who was deeply involved in every step of its creation, the Ferrari BR20
represents a true interpretation of the traditional coachbuilder’s art, successfully transforming an existing
model in a masterful and unique way taking inspiration from and paying homage to the company’s core
values of innovation and passion.
SPECIAL PROJECTS
The Special Projects programme is aimed at creating unique Ferraris (the so-called “One-Offs”)
characterised by an exclusive design crafted according to the requirements of the client, who thus becomes
the owner of a one-of-a-kind model. Each project originates from an idea put forward by the client and
developed with a team of designers from Ferrari’s Styling Centre; after having defined the car’s proportion
and forms, detailed design blueprints and a styling buck are produced before starting the manufacturing
process of the new One-Off. The entire process lasts on average more than one year, during which the
client is closely involved in assessing the design and verification phases. The result? A unique Ferrari,
which sports the Prancing Horse logo and is engineered to the same levels of excellence which
characterise every other Maranello production car.
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