Explore the Ferrari 488 Pista Piloti, a track‑inspired limited edition hypercar priced at $1.1 million. See its specs, rarity and how to acquire it today.
The Ferrari 488 Pista Piloti is the Italian marque’s most exclusive road‑going hypercar, directly inspired by the brand’s championship‑winning 488 GTE that dominated the 2017 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) LM GTE‑Pro class.
Racing pedigree and limited production
In 2017, Ferrari clinched both the Drivers’ and Manufacturers’ titles in the LM GTE‑Pro category with car No. 51. To celebrate that triumph, Ferrari unveiled the 488 Pista Piloti—a homage to the victorious AF Corse race car.
The Piloti edition is strictly available to participants in Ferrari’s own Challenge series and is limited to roughly 200 units worldwide, of which only about 52 were allocated to the United States market.
Design and aerodynamics
Externally, the Piloti retains the aggressive silhouette of the standard 488 Pista but adds a suite of track‑focused aerodynamic parts that make it look even more purpose‑built than its GTB sibling.
- Carbon‑fiber “Tricolore” livery mirroring the 488 GTE, complete with the Italian tricolor flag and WEC 2017 champion badge.
- Optional low‑volume paint finishes such as Rosso Corsa, Blu Tour de France, Nero Daytona and Argento Nurburgring.
- 20‑inch ultra‑light Carbon Revolution wheels, 40 % lighter than the standard alloy set.
- Carbon‑ceramic brake discs—398 mm front, 360 mm rear.
- Black‑tinted S‑Duct inlet and carbon‑crafted rear diffuser with integrated wing.
The special aerodynamics generate roughly 20 % more down‑force than the regular 488 GTB, while the extensive use of carbon fiber and other lightweight materials shave 91 kg off the car’s curb weight.
Performance
Under the sleek bonnet sits a 3.9‑liter twin‑turbo V8 delivering 720 hp (720 PS) and 770 Nm of torque—about 50 hp more than the standard 488 GTB. Coupled with a seven‑speed dual‑clutch F1‑derived gearbox and rear‑wheel drive, the Piloti rockets from 0‑100 km/h in just 2.85 seconds and tops out at over 340 km/h.
Track‑ready interior
The cabin is stripped down for the track but retains Ferrari’s luxury touch. Alcantara‑wrapped seats and carbon‑fiber inserts are featured throughout, with the driver’s cockpit highlighted by a carbon‑fiber steering wheel that also displays the car’s unique chassis number.
- Carbon‑fiber bucket seats with Alcantara upholstery.
- Custom Tricolore stitching on the headrests.
- Minimalist dash with fully digital instrumentation.
Price and availability
When it debuted in 2018, the 488 Pista Piloti carried a price tag of €951,762—approximately US $1.12 million. While a handful of standard 488 Pista models have made it to Vietnam, the Piloti edition remains exclusive to the global market and is not officially sold in the country.
For collectors and racing enthusiasts, the 488 Pista Piloti represents the ultimate blend of road‑legal comfort and genuine track performance—a true masterpiece that commands both reverence and a premium price.
