August 18, 2024
Superleggera Veloce12 unveiled at Monterey Car Week
Superleggera Veloce12’s debut was met with widespread acclaim, as enthusiasts and collectors praised its design, craftsmanship, and exhilarating performance. Showcased later on the Concept Lawn at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, Superleggera Veloce12 stood as Touring Superleggera’s commitment to excellence and innovation.
“Designed by Matteo Gentile, Touring’s Head of Design, the Veloce12’s carbon fiber bodywork is a harmonious blend of historical inspiration and natural beauty. The flowing lines and curves, reminiscent of a white shark, enhance and optimize the donor car with modern construction techniques, along with precision
engineering.”
Forbes, noted “Photos fail to do the Veloce12 justice […], with more sensuous
lines from nose to tail on new body panels constructed entirely out of carbon fiber to highlight the profile’s inherent muscularity, while more futuristic touches include a headlight design hinting at the revamp
beneath the skin”.
Motor1.com, praised Superleggera Veloce12 “Touring takes it down to the chassis, adds some rigidity, and designs the lovely looking
Veloce12 body over its bones”. Focusing on technical advancements, highlighting the enhanced cooling system and Supersprint exhaust, which together create a driving experience that is both powerful and refined.
Goodwood captured the significance of the Veloce12’s presence at the events, noting that the striking first impression of all participants of the Monterey Car Week: “First of all, the design. It’s a bold move to have a go at making serious changes to what is becoming beloved as a cult modern classic, but the revered coachbuilder has given it a go”.
“This year has been a landmark one for Touring Superleggera,” remarked Markus Tellenbach, CEO of Touring Superleggera. “The unveiling of the Veloce12 at The Quail and its subsequent showcase at Pebble Beach are testaments to our dedication to creating vehicles that are not only beautiful but also deliver a driving experience that is pure and unfiltered.”
Founded in 1926, Touring Superleggera has always been synonymous with excellence in design, innovation, and craftsmanship. The Veloce12 is a continuation of this legacy, combining timeless elegance with modern performance to create a vehicle that will be cherished by collectors and driving enthusiasts for years to come.