Vehicle Description
From the moment Ferrari took the covers off its much-anticipated
512 BBi replacement, the motoring press and the average petrolhead
alike were enthralled with this arresting new 12-cylinder flagship.
The brilliant team at Pininfarina took a sharp detour from the
curvaceous 512 BBi, eschewing organic curves for an angular,
wedge-shaped profile defined by massive air intakes and eye-popping
side strakes. Even the name -Testarossa -raised eyebrows among the
press and marque loyalists. For many Tifosi, the name was the
sacred reserve of Ferrari's legendary sports racing car, and to see
it applied to road-going mid-engined GT came as a surprise. But
mutterings of blasphemy were quickly put to rest as the
Testarossa's specs were made public. The 48-valve flat-12 powered
supercar made 385 horsepower, could sprint to 60 in five seconds,
and go on to a top speed of 180 miles per hour, all while cosseting
occupants in an exceptionally refined cabin. With the Testarossa,
US-market eligibility was critical, as the 512 BBi's Gray Market
status undoubtedly hampered sales. Equally critical was occupant
comfort and practicality, as Ferrari positioned the Testarossa as a
luxurious high-performance grand tourer. While it was more
civilized and refined than the 512 BB, the Testarossa's wild looks
and performance ensured its supercar cred. The wide rear track and
huge air scoops were necessary to feed the side-mounted radiators,
which opened up space for a proper front trunk and eliminated the
cockpit heat-soak issues that plagued the BB with its front-mounted
radiators. The Testarossa became a sales success and a pop-culture
icon, inspiring countless copycats throughout the 80s and 90s. This
1991 Testarossa is a late-production example, and one of the last
batch of cars built before the arrival of the revised 512 TR in
late 1991. A European spec model, this car is finished in an
appealing and rarely-seen combination of Nero Metallizzato over
beautiful red leather upholstery. It has covered 52,000 KM (~32,000
miles) and is in excellent condition throughout. The metallic black
paint is especially attractive, suiting the Testarossa's angular
lines exceptionally well. It is in good condition all around, with
consistent finish quality and factory-appropriate panel fit. A few
minor touchups and imperfections are noted on close inspection. The
cabin is in excellent order, with beautiful red leather covering
the seats, door cards, and rear parcel shelf and is complemented by
red carpets and a black dash/console. Instrumentation and controls
are factory-correct items, with a period-correct Alpine cassette
stereo fitted to the dash behind the original flip-up leather
cover. A factory jack bag is included. Lifting the engine cover
reveals the 5-liter flat-twelve with its signature cast alloy
plenums and red-painted cam covers, which signify the
"quattrovalvole" cylinder heads. This car's engine bay is orderly,
clean, and unaltered from standard spec. It is being sold with a
fresh, comprehensive service, including cam belts and fuel pumps
and accumulators, as well as AC service. On the road, this
Testarossa feels superb, with excellent ride and handling
characteristics. Rolling stock consists of correct original
flat-face 5-spoke alloy wheels, shod with brand new Pirelli P
Zero's. Despite the wild looks, it is happy to tool around town
while the mighty flat-twelve patiently awaits a healthy dollop of
throttle. It is a surprisingly practical supercar, thanks to air
conditioning, electric windows, a spacious boot, and the refinement
of Bosch fuel injection. As cars of the 80s and 90s rise to the
forefront of the collector market, the case can be made for the
Ferrari Testarossa being one of the most desirable supercars of the
era, balancing 180 mph ability with comfort and practicality for
long-distance touring. This fine example represents an excellent
opportunity to add an icon of the period to your stable. Offers
welcome and trades considered For additional details please view
this listing directly on our website
https://hymanltd.com/vehicles/7284-1991-ferrari-testarossa-coupe/