“The Veloce12 is a tribute to unbridled performance and analogue driving pleasure,” Touring Superleggera proudly declares. And they mean it. The heart of this beast is the iconic 5.5-litre naturally aspirated V12, now revitalized with a complete overhaul that leaves no bolt unturned. It's not just a tune-up; it's a resurrection. The cooling system has been redesigned to boost efficiency by 30%, and a new Supersprint exhaust has been fitted, complete with twin tailpipes that promise a symphony of mechanical delight.

The result? A hair under 373 kW (500 bhp) delivered with all the glorious character of a manual gearbox. That's right—a six-speed manual, ensuring the kind of pure, unfiltered driving experience that’s becoming all too rare. With this setup, the Veloce12 launches from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.4 seconds, on its way to a top speed of 320 km/h. It’s not just fast—it’s dramatic.

Bringing all this drama to a halt are Brembo brakes with six-piston calipers up front and four-piston at the rear, clamping down on enormous 380 mm discs. These are tucked behind custom lightweight wheels that have been meticulously crafted in-house by Touring Superleggera.

Underneath, the 550's chassis has been significantly stiffened, enhancing both handling and precision. This newfound rigidity is matched with a bespoke TracTive suspension system featuring adaptive dampers, ensuring that the Veloce12 is as poised through the corners as it is on the straights.

But let’s not forget that bodywork—it's pure art. Handcrafted from carbon fibre, the design advances Touring’s legacy, marrying the elegance of the past with the aerodynamic demands of the present. “The Veloce12 is a celebration of our storied past, a showcase of our present capabilities, and a glimpse into the future of grand touring excellence,” explains design boss Matteo Gentile. And he’s not wrong.

Inside, the Veloce12 is a haven of luxury. Expensive leather swathes every surface, new ergonomically sculpted seats offer better support, and there’s just the right touch of modernity. But most importantly, there's that open-gate manual shifter—a tactile delight surrounded by buttons and leather, oozing old-school charm.

As Markus Tellenbach, Touring Superleggera's boss, puts it, “While it draws inspiration from our iconic models, it is unmistakably timeless.” Only 30 will be made, each with a starting price of €690,000, not including the donor 550 Maranello. But with a three-year warranty on the car and a one-year/11,200 km (7,000-mile) warranty on the engine, it might just be the perfect antidote to today’s digital overload. For those who crave the analogue experience, this V12-powered marvel is as good as it gets.