To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' The Petersen Automotive
Museum Auction event, 8 December 2018.
Estimate:
$140,000 - $170,000
- Only 10,000 original miles
- In current ownership for over two decades
- One of 2,280 examples produced from 1992-1994
- Rare and unusual black over maroon combination
The 512 TR, an update of Ferrari's famed Testarossa, brought about
a host of welcome enhancements to keep the company's iconic
mid-engined, 12-cylinder supercar competitive against Lamborghini's
new Diablo. Its interior was given numerous updates to improve
driver and passenger comfort, with the most notable changes being
to the seats and steering wheel. Underneath the still gorgeous
styling, the 512 TR gained 38 additional horsepower, thanks to a
more efficient exhaust system and the adoption of Nikasil cylinder
liners. Ferrari engineers focused on increasing the car's overall
drivability by installing quicker steering, a single-plate clutch
coupled with a smoother gearbox, and larger cross-drilled disc
brakes. Top speed was increased to 195 mph, just shy of the F40's
incredible 201 mph, though at a fraction of the price.
Described by the consignor as being in excellent condition
throughout and virtually flawless, this 512 TR is finished in very
attractive black over maroon Connolly leather - a very rare and
striking combination. In addition, the car is upgraded with an
array of sophisticated security and sound equipment, including a
custom alarm with window roll-ups and LED door locks, and built-in
three-way strobe lights, front and rear, as well as Sony fiber
optic 10-disc CD player and a four-disc mini-changer - both with
monitor read outs; four-in. TV with tuner; Sony radio/tape deck
with digital sound processor; rear-view video camera; and custom
2,000-watt Macintosh sound system with 13 speakers. According to
the consignor, most modifications can be easily undone if
preferred. A clean CARFAX report is included with the sale, along
with the original tool set in leather attach�, owner's manuals with
leather folio, and compressed air bottle.
This is one of the iconic Ferraris of its time, in a rare and
desirable color combination, and will be sure to impress.To view
this car and others currently consigned to this auction, please
visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/ca18.
