That is why the recent spike in Ferrari Testarossa prices shouldn’t surprise anyone. In fact, Testarossas are extremely in demand, and the prices have tripled in just a few years. That being said, the good examples are getting snapped by collectors, and even though Ferrari made quite a large number of those rear-engine GTs between 1984 and 1991, you should hurry up; before all the nice cars are bought and stashed away in climate-controlled garages, rarely to be seen. 

Fortunately, at the moment, there are plenty of good Ferrari Testarossas for sale. However, as with any classic car, especially Italian exotic from the ‘80s, you need to be extremely careful. There is a fine line between a sound investment and a financial mistake, and we will keep you from crossing it. 

Which one to get?

Since the Testarossa changed very little during its 7-year production run, Ferrari didn’t make any special models, desirable trim levels, or editions to look for. They all came with the same 4.9-liter, twelve-cylinder engine, and 5-speed manual. However, as with any classic car, we suggest you get the cars built later in the production cycle. The reason is simple, later examples are usually better made, better rust-protected, and with better fit and finish than the early models. This applies to all hand-assembled cars, not just Ferrari Testarossa.

What to look for?

As you probably guessed, the Testarossa you want to buy is a pampered and regularly driven example with one or couple of careful owners, clean title, complete service history from day one, and zero accidents. Do not fear high-mileage Testarossas because they are often more dependable than examples with few miles on the odometer. Regular use means regular servicing and monitoring of the overall condition of the car. That being said, we would like to see future owners drive their Testarossa and enjoy them frequently; that is why you want a fully operational vehicle, not a preserved sculpture on four wheels, which was parked when Clinton first ran for president.