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1986 Ferrari Testarossa Base

Name: 1986 Ferrari Testarossa Base
Brand: Ferrari
SKU: 16556
Availability: InStock

Bentonville, AR

Chauffeur · EventInsurance arranged by the owner

Ryan W.

Since 2025

An iconic symbol of 1980s automotive excess and Italian design, instantly recognizable by its wide stance, dramatic side strakes, and flat, wedge-shaped profile. Powered by a 4.9-liter flat-12 engine producing around 390 horsepower, it delivered both thrilling performance and everyday drivability by exotic standards of the time. With a rear-mounted, mid-engine layout and a five-speed gated manual transmission, the Testarossa offered a raw, analog driving experience that has become increasingly rare. Its distinctive Pininfarina styling and bold presence made it a poster car for a generation, and today, it remains one of Ferrari’s most celebrated GT cars—famous not just for its looks and speed, but also for its starring role in pop culture, especially in shows like Miami Vice. This particular example, with is "monospecchio" mirror is finished in classic Rosso Corsa with tan interior.

Car character

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What this car offers

Engine: 12-cyl. 4942cc/380hp Bosch K-Jetronic FI

Seats: 2

Body Style: Coupe

Colour: Red

Classification: Exotic

Wheels & Tyres: 16-inch “flat dish” wheels, often referred to as the “monodado” style, with the iconic single knock-off hub in the center—just like on Ferrari’s race cars of the era. Up front, they’re 8 inches wide, and in the rear, a massive 10 inches wide, perfectly complementing the Testarossa’s wide-track rear and staggered tire setup. Not only do they look absolutely period-correct with the car’s dramatic side strakes and wide haunches, but they also contribute to a more authentic and raw Ferrari driving experience.

Brakes: 12-inch rotors up front and 11.1-inch rotors in the rear. They use dual-piston calipers and were considered high-performance for the era, providing strong and consistent stopping power for a car that weighs over 3,600 pounds. There’s no ABS on the early cars like mine, so braking is completely mechanical and requires a confident foot—but the pedal feel is firm and communicative, giving you precise control once you get used to it. Combined with the wide stance and mid-engine balance, the brakes help deliver a surprisingly composed and stable stop, even at higher speeds.

Mileage: 43,000 miles

Origin Country: Italy

Era: 1980s