Ferrari Testarossa (1989)

The Ferrari Testarossa was first unveiled at the 1984 Paris Auto Show, quickly becoming the poster car of a generation. The design that would rival the Lamborghini Countach was a drastic change from the 512 BB that the car derived from.

Not only did Ferrari sway from the smooth lines seen on its prior, they also radically changed the engine from what was formally seen in the BB. It had four-valves per cylinder, Marelli electronic ignition, Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, and capable of producing 390 bhp from the 4943 cc horizontally opposed 12 cylinders. All versions of the Testarossa were rear wheel drive and had a rear-mounted, five-speed manual transmission.

Following on from its extensive and prominent featuring in the TV series Miami Vice, the Testarossa became a cultural icon. Synonymous with power and performance, the Testarossa was one of the first poster cars and its resurgence in popularity today is no doubt spurred on by its stardom in the late 1980s.

Please note, this vehicle is no longer for sale.

This example was supplied new by Charles Pozzi Ferrari of Paris, to its first keeper Mr Plitman of Paris in the rare and sought after shade of Blu Sera FER 504/C. Introduced in the 1960s, the colour translates to ‘Evening Blue’ and remains immensely elegant to this day. A European specification example, this Testarossa is one of the final cars delivered before the introduction of catalytic converters.

This example further received a Beige leather interior with a chocolate leather dashboard, introduced to minimise windscreen glare and carpets in Bruciato. Keen to make use of the car from the off, the Testarossa was immediately put into full use and greatly enjoyed.

Supplying dealership Charles Pozzi Ferrari of Paris serviced the car extensively, with the car continuing to return for 9 consecutive years. With thanks to Charles Pozzi Ferrari, the early history of the Testarossa is as follows:

• 22.09.1989 – Supplied new by Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris to Mr Dov Plitman
• 28.12.1989 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 1,205 km
• 12.01.1990 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 4,843 km
• 03.04.1990 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 7,348 km
• 07.09.1990 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 10,547 km
• 13.03.1991 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 13,340 km
• 22.07.1991 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 13,624 km
• 19.09.1991 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 19,000 km
• 15.11.1991 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 19,040 km
• 08.01.1992 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 21,506 km
• 00.12.1993 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 21,543 km
• 08.08.1994 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 24,322 km
• 03.07.1995 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 24,364 km
• 29.01.1996 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 24,391 km
• 01.04.1996 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 25,473 km
• 29.04.1996 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 26,008 km - Engine replaced, speedometer replaced
• 21.08.1996 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 2,456 km (28,464 km)
• 06.06.1997 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 9,793 km (35,801 km)
• 03.02.1998 – Invoice – Charles Pozzi Ferrari, Paris – 15,462 km (41,470 km)

Since 1998, the Testarossa has covered a further 7,000 km, displaying 22,300 (48,308 km). Extracted from long term storage in early 2024, the Testarossa was purchased by DK Engineering who transported the car to the UK. Since its arrival the car has been treated to a comprehensive mechanical overhaul and recommissioning service including cambelts in our workshops. As a part of a comprehensive detail, the underside of the Testarossa received ice-blasting treatment, and the engine was cleaned whilst out of the car.

Today this example presents on the button, ready to be used and enjoyed in the UK or on the continent and is available to view at our showrooms outside London immediately.

*Payment within 3 working days and collection within 7 calendar days.

**DK Engineering are selling this vehicle as dealer owned stock. The invoice shall be from dealer to buyer and the usual level of dealer benefits such as warranty (subject to Terms & Conditions) will apply to this sale.