In an era of massive screens and self-driving tech, the Ælla-60 reminds us why we fell in love with cars in the first place.
While modern supercars are filled with massive screens, driver-assist tech, and automatic transmissions, a new boutique restomod is here to remind us why driving can still be a pure, mechanical experience. The Ælla-60, designed by Anthony Jannarelly, is a stunning retro-inspired supercar built on the bones of a Ferrari 360 Modena. It combines the charm of a 1960s GT racer with the raw performance of a naturally aspirated V-8 and a six-speed manual transmission.
Jannarelly, who has worked on projects for W Motors, Caterham, and RUF, is known for creating sleek, driver-focused machines. His new company, Art Machines, aims to build cars that prioritize emotion and excitement over technology-heavy designs. The Ælla-60 is the first of its kind, offering an ultra-lightweight, handcrafted body while keeping the Ferrari 360’s aluminum chassis and powertrain intact.
Under the hood sits Ferrari’s iconic 3.6-liter V-8, tuned to produce 473 horsepower. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a traditional six-speed manual gearbox, making it a true driver’s car. Weighing just 2,491 pounds, the Ælla-60 is incredibly light by modern supercar standards. This helps it sprint from 0 to 62 mph in just 3.5 seconds, offering a thrilling, analog driving experience that’s becoming increasingly rare.
The design is where the Ælla-60 truly stands out. While it uses a Ferrari 360 as its base, it looks nothing like one. The sleek, sculpted bodywork is heavily inspired by vintage race cars, featuring smooth curves, dramatic fenders, and butterfly-style doors that cut into the roof. The result is a car that looks like it belongs in the golden era of motorsports, but with modern proportions and materials.
Inside, the Ælla-60 follows the same philosophy of blending retro charm with modern functionality. There’s no massive touchscreen in sight—just analog gauges, a gated manual shifter, and plenty of metal switchgear. The carbon-fiber bucket seats add a race-ready feel, while small conveniences like air conditioning and Bluetooth ensure the car is still usable on long drives.
Jannarelly describes the car as the “ultimate original supercar,” built without compromises. Instead of designing an all-new platform, he and his team took an existing, well-engineered Ferrari chassis and transformed it into something unique. Production will be extremely limited, with only 60 units planned.
Each car will be hand-assembled in Italy by Podium Advanced Technologies, the same company behind high-end restomods like the Lancia Delta Futurista and Eccentrica Diablo. The price? A cool €865,000 (about $900,000), which includes the donor Ferrari 360’s running gear.
For those who can afford it, the Ælla-60 is a rare opportunity to own a car that blends the best of both worlds—classic design and modern performance. In a world where cars are becoming more digital and automated, it’s refreshing to see a machine built purely for the love of driving.
Gallery: 2026 Ælla-60
