HE FERRARI TESTAROSSA
Ferrari’s Testarossa resides on every list of the most recognized supercars, embraced by the cognoscenti for its extreme, well-mannered performance and by popular culture for the sensuality of its sleek, muscular design.
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
This car is a stunning example of the 315 imported to North America in 1987. Purchased at Hollywood Sport Cars in 1987 with an MSRP of $121,150, standard equipment included Marelli Microplex ignition, Bosch KE-Jetronic fuel injection, air conditioning, Connolly leather interior, electric windows, electric door locks, heated rear window, quartz clock, stereo speakers and antenna, and limited slip differential. The car today retains its pristine original running gear. It cruises on single-bolt light alloys, 8×16 inches in front and 10 x 16 inches at the rear, shod with newer Goodyear high-performance radials, size 225/50 in front and 255/50 at the rear.
Clad in its original Rosso Corsa paint and beige leather interior, this gorgeous, original Testarossa has accrued just over 4,200 miles during a pampered life stored in a climate-controlled facility. The excellent condition reflects the scrupulous care and maintenance by the single owner, and the interior is as new except for slight wear on the driver’s seat leather. Included with the sale is a complete set of bespoke Schedoni luggage, set of tools, booklets and manual, original spare tire, car cover, spare parts manual, a spare European-spec exhaust system (car has stock exhaust), and all paperwork.
This Testarossa would make an excellent addition to any collection, and it epitomizes why there’s a renewed enthusiasm for the model among both rising and veteran collectors. As automotive historian and author David Sparrow wrote, “…make no mistake, this red head is a real Ferrari. Despite the comfort, into the Testarossa go all [Ferrari’s] years of tears, determination and victory. In short, it has a soul….”
