AI Generated Custom Forged Wheels Design for Ferrari 296 GTB by Bête Noire Ver1.3

Custom Forged Wheels for Ferrari 296 GTB -- Bete Noire Ver1.3

The 296 GTB's hybrid V6 produces 819 hp and weighs just 1,470 kg dry. Every component on this car was chosen to maximise the power-to-weight ratio, yet the factory wheels are a known compromise. Ferrari uses cast rims to keep the base price from climbing even higher. Replacing them with forged monoblock wheels is the single most effective upgrade you can make without touching the powertrain.

The Bete Noire Ver1.3 for the 296 GTB uses a five-spoke layout with deep concavity and razor-thin spoke edges. Every surface is CNC-machined to final dimensions, leaving no excess material. The face sits well behind the rim lip, creating a tunnel effect that makes the wheel appear deeper than its physical offset. In gloss black with a diamond-cut face, it matches the 296's dual-character design -- race car engineering wearing a suit.

Fitment Specifications

The weight saving from forged aluminium improves turn-in, reduces brake fade, and sharpens throttle response. If you are considering an upgrade from cast or flow-formed wheels, our forged vs cast wheels guide explains the engineering differences in detail. For help selecting the right diameter, see how to choose the perfect wheel size.

How AI Wheel Design Works

The Bete Noire Ver1.3 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 a specific car's dimensions, brake clearances, and visual character. The design phase is free. You only pay when a concept moves into production.

If none of the AI-generated options hit the mark, 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. More detail on the manufacturing process is covered in our forged wheel performance guide.

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 clear the 296 GTB's carbon ceramic brakes?
Yes. The Ver1.3 is designed around Ferrari's CCM-R brake system. Both 20-inch and 21-inch options provide full caliper clearance for the six-piston front and four-piston rear units.

Can I use these wheels on a 296 GTS spider?
Yes. The GTB and GTS share identical suspension geometry, bolt pattern, and brake hardware. Fitment is the same for both variants.

How do these compare to Ferrari's own forged wheel options?
Ferrari's factory forged wheels are excellent but limited to their catalogue designs. Our wheels offer comparable weight and strength with a design created specifically for your car, in the finish you choose.

Complete Your Build

Pair these with the Body Kit Mansory For Ferrari 812 Superfast for a complete build. Also compatible with the Carbon Trunk Lid Spoiler Novitec Style For Ferrari Ff. For background reading, see Forged Vs Flow Formed Vs Cast Wheels Guide. For other AI-designed wheel options, see the full AI wheels collection.

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