BREAKING NEWS: Sainz bids farewell to Ferrari in style with two-mil

Sainz bids farewell to Ferrari in style with two-million-euro Daytona SP3

Carlos Sainz has marked his departure from Ferrari in grand style, treating himself to a luxurious Ferrari Daytona SP3. The Spanish driver, who will join Williams Racing from 2025, decided to honor his final year with Ferrari by purchasing one of the Italian automaker’s most exclusive models, the Ferrari Daytona SP3, priced at a whopping €2 million.

Sainz Splurges on a Custom Ferrari Daytona SP3

As a Ferrari driver, Sainz had the unique opportunity to purchase from the brand’s limited-edition models, a privilege reserved for only a select few. The Ferrari Daytona SP3 is one such model, with only 599 units ever produced, making it highly exclusive. Even with wealth and status, acquiring a Ferrari like this isn’t guaranteed, and only a few are given the chance to purchase these sought-after cars.

With 2024 marking his final year with Ferrari, Sainz decided to make the most of his opportunity. His new Ferrari Daytona SP3 isn’t just another luxury car—it’s personalized to reflect his career. The car features his racing number, 55, and his nickname “Smooth Operator,” making it a meaningful parting gift to himself as he moves on from the iconic Italian team.

The Ferrari Daytona SP3 is an impressive machine, boasting 840 horsepower and incredible performance capabilities. Its sleek design and limited production make it a standout even among other high-end Ferraris. At a price of over two million euros, the car symbolizes not only Sainz’s love for the brand but also the end of an important chapter in his career.

Rumors Dispelled: Sainz Purchased the Car Himself

While rumors circulated that Ferrari might have gifted the car to Sainz as a farewell present, that is not the case. Sainz bought the Ferrari Daytona SP3 himself, making the purchase ahead of his transition to Williams Racing. However, Ferrari did present Sainz with another special parting gift—a much more sentimental one.

Ferrari’s real farewell present to Sainz was the F1-75, the Formula 1 car with which Sainz claimed his first-ever Grand Prix victory in 2022. That win, achieved at the British Grand Prix, was a significant milestone in Sainz’s career, and receiving the F1-75 as a gift from Ferrari marks a special moment for him.

To commemorate his time with Ferrari, Sainz drove the F1-75 around the Fiorano circuit for one final lap. Joining him on this emotional occasion was his father, rally legend Carlos Sainz Sr., who also got behind the wheel to take a lap around the famed Ferrari test track. This symbolic gesture highlighted the bond between Sainz and the team, making his departure all the more meaningful.

A New Chapter with Williams Racing

As Sainz prepares to embark on the next phase of his career with Williams Racing in 2025, his farewell to Ferrari is filled with memorable moments. The purchase of the Daytona SP3 and the gift of the F1-75 represent the lasting impact Ferrari has had on Sainz’s career, both as a driver and as part of the Ferrari family.

While 2024 marks his final season with Ferrari, the Spanish driver is already looking ahead to his future with Williams. However, his time with Ferrari will not be easily forgotten, especially with such lasting reminders—a €2 million Ferrari Daytona SP3 and a piece of racing history in the form of the F1-75. These parting gifts reflect not only Sainz’s success on the track but also the personal and professional bonds he formed with Ferrari during his time with the team.

As Sainz moves forward, he leaves behind a legacy at Ferrari, one that will be remembered by fans and the team alike. His final year with Ferrari, marked by the purchase of a custom supercar and the emotional farewell with the F1-75, is a fitting close to this chapter of his career before he starts a new journey with Williams Racing.