Description
1991 Ferrari Testarossa
Registration Number: UK Taxes Paid
Chassis Number: ZFFSM17A6M0088562
Recorded Mileage: c. 23, 500 kilometres
Just fully serviced by Ferrari specialist, including belts
Low mileage with c. 23, 500 kilometres (c. 14, 700 miles)
Iconic Ferrari of the 1980s in period perfect colours
Ferrari’s flagship model of the 1980s, the Testarossa, revived a famous name from the Italian manufacturer’s past when it arrived in 1984. A car of abnormal design and performance, the new Testarossa was born to stupefy, as was clear from the day of its unveiling: instead of one of the traditional motor shows, Ferrari chose the stage of the famous Paris Lido nightclub for the new model’s launch. A ‘next generation’ Berlinetta Boxer, the Testarossa retained its predecessor’s amidships-mounted, 5. 0-liter, flat-12 cylinder engine, which now boasted a maximum power output raised to 390bhp at 6, 300rpm, courtesy of four-valve cylinder heads. Despite the power increase, smoothness and drivability were enhanced, the car possessing excellent top gear flexibility allowing for a maximum speed in excess of 180mph.
Rivaling Lamborghini’s Countach for presence, the Pininfarina-designed Testarossa succeeded brilliantly. Its side gill slats, which fed air to its side-mounted radiators, instantly became one of the modern era’s most recognizable styling devices. A larger car than the 512BB – the increase in width being necessary to accommodate wider tires – the Testarossa managed the trick of combining high downforce with a low co-efficient of drag, its body design being notable for the absence of extraneous spoilers and other devices. Luxury touches in the well-equipped cabin included air conditioning, electrically adjustable seats, tilting steering wheel and plentiful leather. Detail improvements were made regularly throughout the Testarossa’s seven-year production run, one of the first being the adoption of dual door mirrors. One of the most recognizable and iconic models from the Italian company, the Testarossa would grace many young car enthusiasts’ bedroom walls in poster form during the late 1980s.
First registered in Ontario, Canada, on 9th June 1991, finished in the classic colour scheme of Rosso Corsa with a Tan leather interior, this later Testarossa was serviced by main dealers Ferrari of Ontario for the first 10 years, and subsequently by specialist Modena Sports Cars. Since being imported into the UK the Ferrari has been stored carefully and driven seldom as part of a small collection of 1980s supercars.
Before coming to the market the Testarossa will benefit from a full inspection and service (including timing belts) with a leading UK Ferrari specialist. The car is complete with the correct book pack (including service book) indicating earlier maintenance in its lifetime. The exterior of the car is in very good condition with excellent paint, and the leather interior is very clean and tidy.
With a mere c. 23, 500 kilometres showing (c. 14, 700 miles), this is a clean example of what was the dream car for any boy growing up in the 1980s.
This car will be sold at auction with Dore & Rees in Frome, Somerset, on Saturday 2nd October. For more details contact the Motoring Department via the above details.
Estimate: £80, 000 - £90, 000
