1988 Ferrari Testarossa

Design by Pininfarina

4,942cc DOHC Flat 12-Cylinder Engine
Bosch K-Jetronic Fuel Injection
380bhp at 6,300rpm
5-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*Five-time Ferrari Club of America Platinum Award winner
*Exceedingly original example with less than 18,900 original miles
*Comprehensive service and maintenance history
*Offered with the original books and manuals in leather pouch and tools


THE FERRARI TESTAROSSA

Few cars are released and immediately become evocative of their era. Like the Stingray Corvette or Jaguar E-type have become symbols of the 1960's, it is hard to imagine the 1980's without the Ferrari Testarossa coming to mind. While the vehicle was fundamentally a development of the Berlinetta Boxer released in the 1970s, in many ways the new Testarossa was a departure from more traditional Ferraris.

Ferrari's flagship model, the Testarossa supercar, revived a famous name from the Italian company's past when it arrived in 1984. A 'next generation' Berlinetta Boxer, the Testarossa retained its predecessor's amidships-mounted, 5.0-liter, flat-12 engine, which now boasted a maximum power output of 380bhp at 6,300rpm, courtesy of four-valve cylinder heads. The new supercar was now capable of reaching a top speed of 180mph.

The gill slats feeding air to its side-mounted radiators became one of the modern era's most instantly recognizable - and copied - styling devices. The Testarossa was a larger car than the 512BB - the increase in width accommodating a roomier cabin and wider tires. The new design managed to combine high downforce with a low coefficient of drag with the absence of extraneous spoilers and other such devices. Despite the increase in size over the 512BB, the Testarossa was lighter than its predecessor. The body was made up almost entirely from strong, lightweight aluminum with the exception of the doors and roof which were constructed of steel. Luxury touches in the well-equipped cabin included air conditioning, tilting Momo steering wheel and plentiful leather. Unlike some of its rivals, the Testarossa possessed light controls and was relatively easy to drive - factors which when paired with its outstanding performance and stunning looks, contributed to an instant and sustained high level of demand.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

Finished in classic Rossa Corsa with a tan interior, this Testarossa is a highly original example of one of Ferraris most recognizable supercars. Furthermore, this Testarossa was ordered new from the factory with the rare Corsa red carpets as it appears with today. The car delivered new to the US market, where Bob Sharp Ferrari of Danburry, Connecticut delivered it on January 23rd, 1988, to the first owner. This Concours condition example has had just 3 owners from new and was under a long term 18 years ownership until being added to the consigners impressive collection of exceptional classic sports cars.

Testarossa #0075197 underwent no expense spared, major engine-out service in 2018 at. The service included the belt service, new clutch, hoses, gaskets, brake and fuel lines. With less than 18,900 miles on this fine Testarossa, it presents beautifully original throughout. This exceptional example boasts multiple Ferrari Club of America Platinum Awards including a 100-point winner at the National Concorso Italiano in Monterey and Best of Show at the Phoenix Concorso. This car is accompanied by impeccable service records, clean Carfax report and the original tools and manuals.

This Testarossa must be among the best examples on the market today of the iconic model. This Ferrari would make an excellent addition to any collection and certainly represents the future of the hobby with growing enthusiasm for the model among rising collectors.