1991 Ferrari Testarossa Coupe

The Ferrari Testarossa replaced the 512BBi in 1985 and was first shown at the 1984 Paris Show and designed directly for the American market. Between 1985 and 1991, there were 7,200 examples produced. The Testarossa even placed a starring role in the TV police series Miami Vice. It was initially so popular that buyer frenzy fueled additional dealer markups, which peaked at about $150,000 in the early years.

The Testarossa wore a design by Pininfarina and - in comparison to the 512 Boxer - was wider, taller and longer for improved inside space, and the radiator was moved to the rear to eliminate plumbing that previously ran through the car. The side strakes were designed to direct air to two radiators in Formula One fashion and made the rear of the car wider and handling more stable.

This example is painted Rosso Corsa with a tan leather interior. The odometer reads 21,949 miles, there is a Tubi stainless steel exhaust, and has four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes. The 4943cc dual overhead cam horizontally-opposed 12-cylinder engine displaces 4943cc and delivers nearly 400 horsepower.

In 2012, this car was offered for sale at the Amelia Island auction presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for $60,000 - $70,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for $77,000 inclusive of the buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2012