| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | High-Performance Grand Tourer |
| Released At | 1984 Model Year |
| Built At | Maranello, Italy |
| Engine | 4.9L Naturally Aspirated Flat-12 |
| Position | Mid-Engine, Longitudinal |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated |
| Block Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 Valves per Cylinder |
| Fuel Feed | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Displacement | 4943 cc / 301.6 in³ |
| Power | 390 hp / 291 kW @ 6300 rpm |
| Specific Output | 79 hp per liter |
| Torque | 490 Nm / 361 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/h / 180 mph |
| 0 – 60 mph | 5.2 seconds |
| 0 – 100 km/h | 5.3 seconds |
| Body / Frame | Steel Monocoque with Aluminum Panels |
| Driven Wheels | RWD (Rear-Wheel Drive) |
| Wheel Type | Forged Aluminum Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tires | 225/50VR16 |
| Rear Tires | 255/50VR16 |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs with 4-Piston Calipers |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs with 4-Piston Calipers |
| Front Wheels | 16 x 8.0 in |
| Rear Wheels | 16 x 10.0 in |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone with Coil Springs |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone with Coil Springs |
| Curb Weight | 1506 kg / 3320 lbs |
| Weight Distribution | Front 40% / Rear 60% |
| Wheelbase | 2550 mm / 100.4 in |
| Length | 4485 mm / 176.6 in |
| Width | 1976 mm / 77.8 in |
| Height | 1130 mm / 44.5 in |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Economy (Combined) | Varies by Usage |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 liters / 26.4 gallons |


The Testarossa is the ultimate 1980s supercar icon, with its flat-12 engine, "cheese grater" side strakes, and pop-culture fame (thanks to Miami Vice).
Here's the definitive EU market breakdown:
1. Price Ranges (EUR, Mid-2024)
By Model & Condition
Early "Widebody" (1984–1991, 390hp)
Later "512 TR" (1992–1994, 428hp)
Final "F512 M" (1994–1996, 440hp)
2. Key Value Factors
✅ Originality
✅ Service History
✅ Provenance
3. Where to Buy?
4. Market Trends
📈 Steady Appreciation
⚠️ Red Flags
(Fun Fact: The Testarossa’s side strakes weren’t just for looks – they cooled the rear brakes!)
Pro Tip:
A PPI (€1k–€2k) must check:
Compression tests (cylinders #7–12 often run lean)
Electrics (1980s systems are fragile)
A/C functionality (€5k+ to fix if broken)
(Bonus: The name "Testarossa" ("Red Head") refers to its painted valve covers, not the body color!)
(Note: US-spec models (smog-equipped) are 20% cheaper than EU/Japanese versions.)
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