Lot 214 - 1986 Ferrari Testarossa

1986

35,881 miles

Manual

Petrol

Sold for £102,960

Sold on 13 Sept 2026

Listing Source

Historics Auctioneers

Auction

Auction Ended

Saturday, 12 September 2026

Estimate

£100,000 - £120,000

Location

United Kingdom

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Buyer notes

Recorded mileage of 35,881 miles.
Finished in Rosso Red with a black interior and centre-lock wheels.
Accompanied by its service book and tool kit.

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About the Testarossa

The Ferrari Testarossa (1984-1991) defined 1980s supercar excess. The 4.9-litre flat-12 produced 390hp. Famous side strakes cooled the mid-mounted engine. Around 7,177 built. The Testarossa is now appreciating after years of being undervalued. Values from £120k.

Known Issues to Watch For

Engine: Flat-12 - cam belt service critical (every 3 years/15k miles regardless). Oil leaks from many gaskets. Head gaskets. Carbs (BB) or injection (BBi onwards). Cooling: Critical - overheating causes head gasket failure. Check all hoses, radiators. Transmission: Dog-leg manual. Clutch expensive (engine out). Synchros. Body: Steel chassis and aluminium body. Rust can affect chassis tubes. General: Cam belt service is life-or-death. Budget £15-25k annually.

Desirable Options

Single-mirror spec (early desirable), Good service history, Cam belt recent, Good colours