Ferrari 296 GTS Spyder

The Ferrari 296 GTS is the convertible version of the 296 GTB, and it is one of the most usable supercars Ferrari has built. The 3.0 litre twin-turbo V6 is backed by a plug-in electric motor for a combined 830 cv, sent to the rear wheels through an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox. It covers 0 to 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and runs on to more than 330 km/h. In eDrive mode it can move on electric power alone, which makes early mornings on Palm Jumeirah quiet enough to leave the neighbours undisturbed.

The retractable hard top folds away in 14 seconds at speeds up to 45 km/h, so you can drop it at the lights on Sheikh Zayed Road and have it back up before the air conditioning gives in to the afternoon heat. The cabin is built around the driver with the Daytona seats and a digital wraparound display, and the adjustable rear glass screen keeps wind buffeting low at cruising speed. The 200 litre front compartment takes a couple of soft weekend bags, which is enough for a run out to Hatta or a long evening along Dubai Marina and JBR.

Renting the 296 GTS suits the visitor who wants real Ferrari performance for a few days without the cost and commitment of ownership in the UAE. It is a strong fit for a weekend in Business Bay or DIFC, a photo drive out on Al Qudra Road, or simply enjoying the V6 with the roof down on a clear winter evening. Drivers must be 25 or older with a valid licence and passport. We deliver it to your door, full of fuel and detailed, and collect it when you are done.