Vehicle Description
-Nero with Nero leather interior, Nero carpeting, 77,000 miles from
new, 4.9 Liter flat-12, 5-Speed manual transmission, Rare single
high mounted side mirror variant, therefore known as a
"Monospecchio" variant of the Testarossa model range and the one
that started the modern "Redhead" era.
Conceived to replace Ferrari's 512 BB, the Testarossa broke cover
at the 1984 Paris Motor Show. A striking departure from the
seductive curves of its predecessor, the new flat-12-powered
flagship supercar featured more angular styling with trademark
slatted cooling vents and an aggressive wedge shape.
Perfectly suited to the era of excess, the Testarossa became an
instant hit for its wild design and headline performance, and it
would go on to become one of Maranello's best-selling models by the
time production of the F512 M variant drew to a close in 1996.
The earliest examples of Ferrari's flagship model can be identified
by their single A-pillar-mounted driver's mirror, earning it the
'Monospecchio' moniker along with center lock wheels. The allure of
this Monospecchio's beauty is only surpassed by its rarity - 615 US
specification Testarossa's were produced between 1986-1987. While
exact figures are not available, our research has demonstrated that
less than 25% were likely produced in Nero; roughly 154 examples.
Lesser still are Nero over Nero units, with Nero over Tan being the
dominant configuration. The example on offer is likely one of less
than 100 pieces produced for the United States.
Built in March 1986 for the US market, where it was first
registered on 1 July 1986. Records indicate that the car was first
sold and subsequently service via Symbolic Ferrari of La Jolla,
California.
This remarkable first-generation Testarossa received replacement
timing belts in October 2019. It is offered with its owner's
manual, service book, pouch, jack kit, spare tire/wheel and two
keys.
