1989 Ferrari Testarossa

LMC is very proud to offer for sale this 1988 Ferrari Testa Rossa 

  This Testarossa in addition to being the top of the line Ferrari until 1991 is looked upon as one of the most revolutionary cars of its time, with its distinctive and unmistakable Pininfarina body design. The mid-engine design with rear mounted transmission makes for a 40/60 weight distribution that keeps the centre of gravity in the middle of the car for increased stability and cornering ability. The fantastic sounding engine was inspired by its previous F1 programs and is 4.9 liter flat 12 with 4 valves per cylinder developing 380 HP @ 6300 RPM and sporting the distinctive Ferrari Red cylinder heads [ Testa Rossa ] and plenum chambers . It features dry sump oiling and twin rear mounted radiators. A little known fact about the Testarossa is that the side strakes on this car were needed because some country outlawed the large radiator openings and this was Ferrari's solution around it.  

  This beautiful example is finished in the classic scheme of Rosso Corsa with Black leather interior and was sold new at American Service Center in Arlington, Virginia on 2/9/1989 to its original owner in Washington D.C. Since new, it has traveled only a mere 7,638 miles and has been lovingly kept and maintained by its previous owners. Under the rear bonnet is the matching numbers 5.0L Flat 12-cylinder engine backed by the 5-speed manual gearbox. As important with all Ferrari’s, this example comes complete with service history from new showing the care taken by its previous custodians. This time capsule example shows very well for its age and remains in highly original condition.  

  Accompanying the sale of this classic Ferrari are the owner’s manual, warranty booklet, jack, car cover, toolkit and service records. This is a great opportunity to own a very nice example of one the most iconic sports cars ever produced!