Ferrari FF Red Diamond seats 2012-2016 multimedia

The Ferrari FF (2012–2016) was the ultimate grand tourer of its era, combining a V12 engine with all-wheel drive. The “Red Diamond” interior and the multimedia systems represent two of the most significant aspects of the car’s luxury and livability.

1. The “Red Diamond” Interior

The “Diamond” pattern (often called Diamond Stitching or Poltrona Frau leather with diamond inserts) was a premium bespoke option for the FF.

• Design: This featured a classic “quilted” look on the center sections of the seats and often extended to the door panels and headliner.

• Red Leather (Rosso): Typically ordered in Rosso Ferrari or Rosso Corsa. In 2026, these interiors are highly sought after by collectors for their “Vibrant/Classic” contrast against exterior colors like Grigio Silverstone or Bianco Avus.

• Part Numbers (Reference): * Front Left Seat: 836543 (Varies by stitching color and seat type—Comfort vs. Daytona).

  • Front Right Seat: 836542.

• 2026 Market Value: An FF with a factory Diamond-stitched interior in Red generally commands a $10,000 – $15,000 premium over standard leather cars.

2. Multimedia & Infotainment (2012–2016)

The FF’s multimedia system evolved significantly over its 5-year production run.

• The Apple CarPlay Milestone: The 2015 and 2016 model years are particularly valuable because they were among the first production cars in the world to offer Apple CarPlay. This makes the multimedia system in these later FFs much more usable in 2026 compared to the early units.

• Rear Seat Entertainment: This option featured two screens mounted on the back of the front headrests, often paired with a DVD player and wireless headphones.

3. Multimedia Upgrades in 2026

Because the 2012–2014 systems are notoriously slow and lack modern connectivity, many owners are performing the following upgrades:

• CarPlay Retrofit: There are aftermarket modules (like UniChip or JoyAuto) that allow CarPlay/Android Auto to run on the original factory screen.

• Passenger Display: While standard on the GTC4Lusso, some late-model FFs were retrofitted with the thin passenger-side readout that shows RPM, speed, and gear.

4. Maintenance of Red Diamond Seats

By 2026, the red dye in the seat bolsters can begin to fade or “blue” (darken) from denim contact.

• Cleaning: Use only PH-neutral leather cleaners.

• Diamond Stitching: Be careful with leather conditioners; if excess conditioner gets trapped in the diamond stitching holes, it can harden and turn white, which is very difficult to remove from red leather.