AI Generated Custom Forged Wheels Design for Ferrari 296 GTB by Bête Noire Ver1.6

Custom Forged Wheels for Ferrari 296 GTB -- B-te Noire Ver 1.6

A set of four forged wheels on the Ferrari 296 GTB removes enough unsprung mass to be felt in the first corner. Not theoretically -- actually felt, through the steering wheel, through the seat, through the way the car changes direction.

Ferrari's own engineers spent years trimming weight from the 296 GTB's chassis. The hybrid V6 layout saves mass over a V8 or V12. Fitting forged wheels continues that logic at the most critical point -- the unsprung corners where every gram affects response. On a car with 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 hybrid producing 819 hp combined, that translates directly into sharper turn-in, shorter braking distances, and better throttle response out of corners. The physics is simple: less mass at each corner means the suspension works less hard, the brakes stay cooler, and the car does what you ask it to sooner.

The B-te Noire Ver 1.6 is a more aggressive evolution of the 296 wheel concept -- fewer spokes, deeper concavity, wider channels between each arm. It reads as a racing wheel first and a street wheel second. The open design also improves airflow to the carbon-ceramic brakes, which matters on a car that can exceed 330 km/h. In raw brushed aluminium it looks genuinely exotic.

Fitment Specifications

The weight saving from forged aluminium is not just a number on a spec sheet. Reducing unsprung mass by 11-12 to ~8 kg per wheel means the suspension and brakes work more efficiently at every speed. If you are considering a track day or spirited canyon road, this is where to start. More on the differences in our Forged For Performance A Guide To Exclusive Wheel And Tire Upgrades.

How AI Wheel Design Works

The B-te Noire Ver 1.6 is part of Hodoor's AI wheel design programme. The system generates thousands of unique wheel concepts, each one engineered to be manufacturable as a forged monoblock. You are not choosing from a static catalogue -- the AI produces designs tuned to the Ferrari 296 GTB's specific dimensions, brake clearances, and visual proportions.

If none of the AI-generated options are quite right, our in-house designer works from hand sketches. Either route leads to the same CNC-machined 6061-T6 billet, the same balancing and inspection process, and the same four-to-eight-week production timeline.

Available Finishes

• Gloss black
• Satin black
• Brushed titanium
• Polished aluminium
• Custom RAL colour matching (any colour, applied with ceramic clear coat)

Frequently Asked Questions

Will these wheels clear the carbon-ceramic brakes on the 296 GTB?
Yes. Both 20" and 21" diameters provide full clearance for Ferrari's CCM-R carbon-ceramic brake package, including the 398 mm front discs. The spoke geometry was modelled around the caliper envelope.

Can I use these on the 296 GTS (spider) as well?
The 296 GTS shares identical suspension geometry, bolt pattern (5x114.3), and centre bore (67.1 mm) with the GTB. These wheels fit both variants without modification.

What is the recommended tyre setup for track use?
For track duty on 20"/21" staggered: 245/35ZR20 front and 305/30ZR21 rear in Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R or equivalent. The reduced wheel weight improves both turn-in and braking stability. See our wheel sizing guide for more details.

Complete Your Build

Pair these wheels with the Body Kit Mansory For Ferrari 812 Superfast, the Carbon Trunk Lid Spoiler Novitec Style For Ferrari Ff, or check out our Forged Vs Flow Formed Vs Cast Wheels Guide, our How To Choose Perfect Wheel Size, browse the full AI wheels collection for more options.

To order or request a custom variation, email [email protected] with your car details.