Exclusivity is what sells within the automotive world today. With so many sports and performance cars in the marketplace, you’d think most individuals could be content together with your regular OEM options. Yet, for those craving prestige, there’s all the time that desire for something extra.
Enter Novitec and their N-Largo series.
Immediately we’re witnessing a revival of bespoke craftsmanship harking back to the Nineteen Thirties, ’40s, and ’50s. Back then, coach builders meticulously hand-formed aluminum panels to skin chassis from Ferrari, Maserati, Aston Martin, and plenty of other high-end manufacturers. Today, we go for wide-body conversions and composite materials that enhance mass-produced vehicles.
From the booming restomodding trend to the customization of supercars, it’s clear there are enough people wanting to pay a premium for the privilege of driving an exclusive or truly one-of-a-kind machine.
To explore this trend, while visiting Manila earlier this yr, I met with Keith Haw of Import Hookup – the distributor of Novitec cars within the Philippines – to envision out a pair of wide-body masterpieces he had brought into the country and further modified.
It’s infrequently I get to shoot something so rare. Take the Ferrari 488, for instance; only 11 N-Largo Coupes exist (alongside 11 N-Largo Spiders).
Keith has enhanced the 488 with additional touches, infusing much more individuality into what’s already a very special automotive. My favorite detail? The GT3 carbon mirrors – there’s nothing quite like race automotive parts on a street automotive for ultimate bragging rights!
With the added girth of the wide-body conversion, the 488 now boasts a 140mm increase in width on the rear. That required some pondering (and measuring) to be done when it got here to wheels.
Ultimately, Keith opted for custom Brixton Forged KB02 3-piece wheels, measuring 21 inches within the front and 22 inches on the rear.
For visual contrast, the wheel centers feature a sophisticated satin finish, while the lips have a mirror shine. Ferrari center caps add an OEM touch.
The widened fenders are filled out nicely, with massive 335-section Michelins on the rear.
Performance and sound are improved through a whole RYFT titanium exhaust system (with downpipes) paired with a McChip ECU tune that unlocks the complete potential of Maranello’s twin-turbo V8. Due to these modifications, the 488 now churns out 780hp – greater than 100hp over stock – delivering serious performance to match its aggressive look.
Seeing the automotive under the lights of Manila’s newest city district, the cohesive design stood out. This organic approach to enhancing a automotive’s dimensions is executed with style and taste, which likely explains why Ferrari permits Novitec to supply these limited editions.
Like all modern Ferrari, the cabin is opulent and sporty, finished with the best materials to make occupants feel special. When the automotive was ordered, several extra carbon fiber options were ticked, enhancing the inside with carbon prolonged shift paddles, carbon door sills, carbon steering wheel, and a carbon F1 center bridge.
Having never had the prospect to look at an N-Largo up close, I got here away with an actual appreciation for the standard and craftsmanship. For anyone searching for that little bit extra, Novitec’s Ferrari 488 hits hard!
Now, onto its Italian (but barely more German) counterpart, the Lamborghini Huracán LP 610-4 N-Largo.
While the design philosophy mirrors the 488 N-Largo, the Huracán exudes a bit more aggression, giving it almost a race automotive feel for the road.
And there’s nothing mistaken with that! Here at Speedhunters, we find it irresistible, especially when it’s executed with class.
Once more, Keith selected Brixton Forged wheels, choosing KB01s with contrasting tints for the centers and lip sections. Novitec suspension springs make sure the Lamborghini sits excellent.
What truly sets this Huracán apart is its newfound power, unofficially designating it an LP800-4. Yep, thanks to a dose of forced induction, the V10 engine now develops 800hp.
This power increase comes from a VF Engineering VF800 roots-style blower atop the 5.2L motor, delivering a gradual 7.5psi boost pressure. Charge coolers maintain a calming intake flow, ensuring consistent power under all conditions – an easy solution that significantly elevates the performance of the Audi/Lamborghini V10. The pièce de résistance? A Capristo carbon/glass engine cover that allows you to admire the supercharger setup.
Once more, a RYFT titanium exhaust was chosen for its performance and sound-enhancing qualities. For even less back pressure, the catalytic converters were removed.
While twin-turbo Huracáns are all the fad, this setup presents a smart and stealthy option for the road.
Except for the carbon fiber steering wheel, the inside stays untouched, which isn’t any bad thing, as these cars come incredibly well-equipped from the factory.
So there you might have it: exclusivity and uniqueness. Having been significantly upgraded over their OEM counterparts, these two cars stand out for his or her looks and performance.
The query stays: which one would you select?
Dino Dalle Carbonare
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Photography by Alec Pender
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