LOT 21
1994 Ferrari 512 TR Coachwork by Pininfarina VIN. ZFFLG40A8R0097259
Sold for US$335,000 inc. premium
Lot 21
1994 Ferrari 512 TR
1994 Ferrari 512 TR
Coachwork by Pininfarina
VIN. ZFFLG40A8R0097259
Coachwork by Pininfarina
VIN. ZFFLG40A8R0097259
4.9-Liter DOHC Flat 12-Cylinder Engine
Bosch Motronic Fuel Injection
421bhp at 6,750rpm
5-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*1 of 3 Giallo examples delivered to the USA in 1994
*Matching numbers example
*Includes Manuals and Schedoni leather tool pouch including tools and tire inflator
*Ferrari Classiche Red Book
THE FERRARI 512 TR
Introduced in 1992, the 512 TR was one of the final developments of Ferrari's sensational Testarossa supercar. Ferrari's flagship model, the Testarossa 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-litre, flat-12 engine; the latter now boasting a maximum power output raised to 380bhp 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 allied to a maximum speed of 180mph.
Rivalling Lamborghini's Countach for presence, the Pininfarina-designed Testarossa succeeded brilliantly, the gill slats feeding air to its side-mounted radiators being one of the modern era's most instantly recognizable – and copied - styling devices. A larger car than the 512BB – the increase in width being necessary to accommodate wider tires and those radiators – the Testarossa managed to combine high downforce with a low coefficient of drag, its graceful body being notable for 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 - its steel doors and roof excepted - being, somewhat unusually for a production Ferrari, of aluminum. Luxury touches in the well-equipped cabin included air conditioning, electrically adjustable seats, tilting steering wheel and plentiful leather.
Unlike some of its rivals, the Testarossa possessed light controls and was relatively easy to drive, factors which, allied to its outstanding performance and stunning looks, contributed to an instant and sustained high level of demand. In 1992 the original Testarossa was succeeded by the updated 512 TR version, which came with 428bhp on tap and could easily exceed 186mph. Pininfarina gave the TR a front-end makeover and the newcomer also gained improved under-body aerodynamics and 18" diameter wheels. A total of 2,280 512 TRs had been made when production ceased in 1994.
THE CAR OFFERED
Of the 2,280 Ferrari 512 TR's produced between 1991 and 1994, just 408 were delivered new to North America. In the final year of production in 1994, it is understood that only 24 cars made their way here, of these only three were delivered new in the stunning shade of Giallo. The Giallo over Nero interior example offered here first retailed new in April 1995 by Shelton Sports Car in Fort Lauderdale, one of three authorised Ferrari Factory dealers in Florida at the time. The original complete and stamped warranty card remains with the car today. It was sold to its second owner again by Shelton Sports cars on the 3rd of February 1998. The second owner kept the car for 21 years until April 2021. After 21 years with the same car, the car was entrusted to Foreign Cars Italia, authorized Ferrari Dealer of North Carolina to undergo a complete Ferrari Classiche 'Red Book' Certification which was received in April of 2023.
This fabulous example of one Ferraris most revered supercars, in its rare original colors, is offered today with its original US spec owner's manual in the Schedoni case, warranty book, alpine radio books, complete Schedoni tool kit and the all-important Ferrari Red Book certification. The car presents in great condition with the speedometer indicating that only 23,214 miles have been covered at the time of cataloguing. With its era-evoking design and comfortable yet sporty driving experience, it is no wonder that these early Ferraris continue to increase in popularity among both new and established enthusiasts, and with its iconic colour combination, few examples command such a presence as this outstanding 512 TR.
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