1989 Ferrari Testarossa - LHD

KEY FACTS

• This Ferrari Testarossa is an evocative and iconic flat-12 Italian supercar, presented in a lesser-seen colour scheme.
• It is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.9-litre flat-12, delivering power to the rear wheels through a five-speed open-gate manual transmission.
• This left-hand-drive example was first registered in Germany in November 1989 before later being imported to the UK where it was first registered with the DVLA in March 2022.
• It has been with the seller and the third UK owner since June 2022.
• The odometer indicates 52,075 km, though this is not warranted.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The Ferrari Testarossa remains a defining supercar, renowned for its distinctive side strakes, wide-track stance, and naturally aspirated flat-12 powertrain.
• This example is finished in factory metallic black, over a matching black leather-trimmed interior, featuring embossed ‘Cavallino’ on the headrests.
• It rides on a set of 16-inch five-spoke alloy wheels, fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport tyres.
• Equipment includes pop-up headlights, a Momo steering wheel, Veglia Borletti gauges, electric windows, and air conditioning.
• This example has been fitted with a Blaupunkt Bremen DAB stereo with Bluetooth connectivity, a Quart sound system, and a slip-in touchscreen media system with wireless Apple CarPlay mounted in the lower centre console.
• It is accompanied by the stamped service book, owner's manual, original dealer directory, service and maintenance invoices, leather document wallet, original Ferrari tool roll with Ferrari-branded tools, the V5C, a Ferrari-branded battery charger, original tan leather Testarossa three-piece luggage set, and two keys.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: the car has probably received paintwork during its lifetime, though the extent and date of this work are not known. There is a small chip on the rear bumper below the near side tail light, a stone chip in the windscreen, and three screw holes present in the centre console from a previous phone installation.
• The seller states that the driver's window rises slowly but functions correctly.
• The most recent MOT test was conducted on 3 December 2025 at an indicated 51,723 km, which resulted in a first-time pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The last maintenance was carried out in December 2025 at an indicated 51,723 km by Keys Motorsport Silverstone, comprising a major engine-out cambelt service, including new tensioners and spark plugs.
• In July 2023, at an indicated 49,991 km, technicians at Keys Motorsport Silverstone carried out an annual service.
• In March 2022, at an indicated 45,084 km, technicians at Autofficina Epsom completed a major recommissioning programme following an eight-year display period in Germany, including a major service, four new tyres, wheel alignment, rebuilt metering heads, valve clearance adjustment, and associated works totalling more than £12,000.

Dates and mileage:

• Jul 1990 – Running-in service – Autohaus A. Gohm, Singen
• Mar 1991 – 7,481 km – Autohaus A. Gohm, Singen
• Oct 1991 – 20,350 km – Reinhard Schurer, Munich
• Dec 1992 – 30,000 km – Reinhard Schurer, Munich
• Dec 1994 – 40,400 km – Reinhard Schurer, Munich
• Dec 2000 – 41,240 km – Heilmeier, Regensburg
• May 2014 – Mileage not recorded – RS Automobile GmbH, Völklingen
• Mar 2022 – 45,084 km – Autofficina Epsom
• Jul 2023 – 49,991 km – Keys Motorsport Silverstone
• Dec 2025 – 51,723 km – Keys Motorsport Silverstone

SUMMARY

This Ferrari Testarossa is an iconic 1980s flat-12 supercar, presented in the particularly desirable black-on-black colour scheme. Benefitting from significant recommissioning work in recent years, it would make a notable addition to any collection of landmark performance cars, and an involving companion for weekend drives, classic car show visits, and longer-distance road trips alike.

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