This Tuner Just Built The Off-Road Rally Ferrari Of Our Dreams

For example, Delta 4x4 has shown off a pair of modified Purosangues that were capable of handling rugged terrain.

Now, the company GlasWerks DMV is adding to the off-road Ferrari options by introducing the Elevato at the 2025 SEMA Show. The vehicle is a heavily modified GTC4 Lusso, and the builder has replaced or re-engineered more than 30% of the components to turn the shooting brake into a trail-capable machine.

The GTC4 Lusso was never supposed to conquer trails, so GlasWerks DMV had to do a significant amount of work to make the model capable of handling these challenges. Most notably, the company overhauled the suspension. The new front and rear control arms, adjustable sway bar end links, and reinforced tie rods now use T6061 billet aluminum. There are also strengthened axles and CV joints. The model rides on three-way adjustable MCS 3WR dampers with Eibach main and helper springs. There are recalibrated ride-height sensors, too.

The resulting setup provides 9.0 inches of ground clearance and 8.0 inches of wheel travel. For comparison, the stock Purosangue comes with 7.2 inches of ground clearance, and the Porsche 911 Dakar has 7.5 inches of clearance.

A person probably wouldn't want to take the Elevato on hardcore trails like the ones in Moab, Utah. However, there should be plenty of clearance for driving down gravel tracks or rutted dirt paths.

Beyond the suspension, GlasWerks DMV also installs an integrated ARB onboard air system for adjusting tire pressure while in the wilderness. There are front and rear chassis-mounted recovery points for pulling out the Ferrari if the driver gets stuck. An optional brake upgrade package adds stainless-steel lines and two-piece, high-performance iron rotors.

Ferrari GTC4Lusso By GlasWerks DMV
GlasWerks DMV makes some minor design tweaks to the GTC4 Lusso, most of which are for improving the car's capabilities. For better illumination on a dark trail, there are redesigned headlights with 30% more light output than the stock units. The newly added roof rack features an LED light bar, and the Billet aluminum front grille has LED fog lights. Pieces of replaceable body cladding protect the exterior, and there are optional underbody rock guides. The car's body is Verde Masoni green with Winter Gold and Pine accents.

There are smaller changes on the inside. For example, there's an updated steering wheel, billet aluminum switches for operating the auxiliary lighting, and Elevato branding throughout the cabin.

GlasWerks DMV also gives the GTC4 Lusso a significant power upgrade. The naturally aspirated 6.3-liter V12 now makes 758 horsepower and 581 pound-feet of torque, versus 680 hp and 514 lb-ft in stock form. The tuner doesn't provide many details about the revised tuning behind using a valved, aerospace-grade Inconel exhaust. The engine hooks up to a dual-clutch seven-speed gearbox with all-wheel drive. Four-wheel steering makes the car more nimble.

"Unveiling it at SEMA helps cement our focus on the aftermarket and on creating usable, capable machines that actually see regular use. Elevato is more for the knowledgeable driver rather than collectors and needs to be out in the elements to really be appreciated."

- Adrian Mallory, CEO and founder of GlasWerks DMV Special Operations.

The company intends to build the Elevato for customers who want one, and buyers get to select the spring rates and setup to match their intended use for the car. Prices start at $175,000 plus supplying a donor vehicle for the work. The Elevato will be on display at the STEK USA booth during SEMA, running November 4-7.