Ferrari’s Ultra-Exclusive 12Cilindri Slot Heads to Auction at One Drop Gala in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, 18 November 2025 — In a bold blend of automotive prestige and philanthropy, Ferrari Beverly Hills has donated a once-in-a-lifetime lot to the upcoming One Drop Foundation Gala: the right to purchase one of Ferrari’s forthcoming 12Cilindri flagship supercars.
Set against the glamorous backdrop of the Audrey Irmas Pavilion, the gala marks One Drop’s first major Los Angeles event. It is designed to raise funds for global water-access initiatives. The Ferrari lot, presented by Giacomo Mattioli (Chairman & CEO of Mattioli Automotive Group), is positioned as the centrepiece of the VIP live auction.
A Slot, Not a Car — But With Elite Privileges
Unlike typical collector auctions, this lot doesn’t deliver a car from stock—it offers the right to purchase a future 12Cilindri model, bypassing Ferrari’s notoriously long waiting lists. In addition, the winning bidder gains exclusive access to a behind-the-scenes factory tour in Maranello and enrollment in Ferrari’s Corso Pilota driving program with professional instructors.
The auction preview took place on October 6 at a private dinner at the Beverly Hills Hotel—limited to just 45 guests—where the Ferrari 12Cilindri lot was unveiled in an intimate, high-glamour setting.
Why 12Cilindri Matters
Ferrari describes the 12Cilindri as a modern reinterpretation of the brand’s legendary front-mounted V12 grand tourers, combining elegance, performance, and everyday usability. Early public drives of the Spider variant suggest a naturally aspirated V12 producing over 800 hp, with a redline pushing past 9,000 rpm—proof that Ferrari is pushing the limits of combustion performance.
The chassis integrates cutting-edge aerodynamics and driver aids, while retaining the emotional connection of a roar-driven V12 experience. In short: this isn’t just a Ferrari; it’s positioned as a halo model for the brand’s next chapter.
A Night Where Luxury Meets Purpose
Beyond the car world, the gala’s program spans gourmet dining, performances, and high-end auction lots beyond automotive — wine collections, curated art, luxury travel packages — all underpinned by One Drop’s mission of providing clean water globally. The partnership with Christie’s auctions elevates the prestige and global reach of the event.
Since its founding in 2007, the One Drop Foundation has positively impacted nearly three million lives across Latin America, Africa, India and Indigenous communities in Canada. This Los Angeles gala represents a fusion of high performance and high purpose, where bidding wars for supercars translate into access to water for underserved populations.
