Ferrari 296 GTB

The Ferrari 296 GTB is a mid-engine sports car built around a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6 paired with an electric motor, producing a combined output that puts it firmly in supercar territory. This is not a daily commuter — it is a track-capable machine that also functions on public roads. The hybrid system gives near-instant torque response, and the 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox shifts quickly whether you are in automatic or manual paddle mode. Fuel economy in city conditions will be modest given the performance envelope.

In the Pakistani context, this is a rare, specialist vehicle. Local mechanic familiarity is essentially zero, so all servicing needs to go through an authorised or highly specialised importer-linked workshop. Parts availability is limited and lead times can be long. Resale is narrow — the buyer pool is small, concentrated in Lahore and Karachi among serious collectors.

The 296 GTB suits a buyer who already owns practical daily transport and wants a weekend performance car. The honest limitation is total cost of ownership: tyres, servicing, and parts are expensive and not easily sourced locally. Not a first exotic purchase.