Holy Trinity’s first LaFerrari test mule 'M6' set to fetch millions

The article discusses the upcoming auction of "M6," one of the earliest test mules used in the development of Ferrari's LaFerrari hybrid hypercar. Built between February and April 2012, M6 was the foundational prototype for the LaFerrari project, developed on a heavily modified version of the Ferrari 458 Italia's Type F142 aluminum platform. Unlike the production LaFerrari, which used a carbon fiber tub, M6 retained the 458’s chassis but was adapted to house a V-12 Type F140EB engine and was instrumental in testing weight distribution, brakes, suspension, steering, and tires at Ferrari’s Fiorano circuit. It also played a key role in developing the LaFerrari-specific Electronic Stability Program (ESP), marking its importance in both mechanical and electronic advancements. M6’s historical significance is officially documented by Ferrari, accompanied by a factory-issued "Yellow Binder" that details its testing history. After LaFerrari production ended, Ferrari sold some development mules