by Ferrari registered new trademarks: what hides behind the names?
Trademark databases often become the place where future Ferrari models ‘leak’. The Italian automaker filed a new batch of applications, and the names point to open-top versions and track modifications of the F80, 12Cilindri, and 296 models.
The documents were filed with the Italian Patent and Trademark Office (UIBM) and discovered by colleagues at CarBuzz. Not every trademark becomes a car, but some of them look plausible enough to be worth watching.
The F80 family: open versions and track monsters
Let’s start with the flagship hypercar from Maranello. The F80 could turn into an entire family of three models. The names F80 Targa and F80 Roadster point to a successor to the La Ferrari Aperta and F50. Meanwhile, the F80XX and FXX80 follow the pattern Maranello used twice before: the Enzo-based FXX and the LaFerrari-based FXX-K. This suggests that a seven-figure track derivative is at least being considered.
12Cilindri: new versions with historical designations
Next up is the 12Cilindri model, which is already available in Coupe and Spider body styles. Nevertheless, Ferrari has registered the names 12Cilindri MM, 12Cilindri MM Aperta, and 12Cilindri GTO, whetting appetites for the future.
As most Ferrari fans know, the MM suffix is a reference to the Italian Mille Miglia race, and Aperta indicates an open-top model. As for GTO (Gran Turismo Omologato), no explanation is needed. It’s an ideal continuation of the V12-powered lineage of the 599 GTO, F12 tdf, and 812 Competizione, as well as a tribute to the legendary 250 GTO.
296: new versions for road and track
Last but not least, Ferrari’s entry-level mid-engined model has also not been left out. The Italian firm has registered the names 296 Challenge Stradale, 296 CS, and 296 Challenge Evo, hinting at new variants for both road and track.
Challenge Stradale revives the iconic name used for the hardcore Ferrari 360 in the 2000s, giving rise to the 430 Scuderia, 458 Speciale, and 488 Pista with improved aerodynamics, chassis, and performance compared to the base supercars. As for the 296 Challenge Evo, it is most likely an evolution of the racing version that debuted in late 2023.
Note: the main image is an illustration by Carscoops.
These registrations indicate that Ferrari is actively working on expanding its model lines, using historical names to create new, even more exclusive versions. Particular attention is drawn to the appearance of the GTO designation, which has always been reserved for the most outstanding models, as well as the return of Challenge Stradale, which promises to be a real ‘bomb’ for track day enthusiasts. Considering that not all trademarks necessarily come to life, these applications provide a clear picture of the directions in which the Italian brand is moving, combining heritage with modern technology.
