Few cars define the 1980s like the Testarossa: a flat-12 behind the seats, those strakes along the doors, and a gated manual shifter. It and its successors, the 512 TR and F512 M, are now firmly collectible.
This guide covers the full specification, where values sit today, how it compares, and what matters most when you buy one.
Specification
| Years of production | 1984–1996 |
| Variants | Testarossa, 512 TR, F512 M |
| Engine | 4.9 L flat-12 |
| Power | 385 hp; 512 TR 428 hp; F512 M 440 hp |
| Torque | 361 lb-ft (490 Nm) |
| Transmission | 5-speed gated manual |
| 0–60 mph | ~5.2 sec |
| Top speed | 180 mph (290 km/h) |
| Layout | Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Price when new | ~$180,000 (late 1980s) |
Performance in context
The flat-12 and gated manual are the heart of the appeal. The later 512 TR and the rare F512 M sharpened the car with more power and better handling, and they command more today.
The market: what a Testarossa is worth now
The Testarossa has firmed as an 80s icon, with the later, rarer 512 TR and F512 M worth progressively more. Good Testarossas typically trade around $120,000 to $250,000, with the F512 M in a higher tier.
Indicative market guidance, October 2026. Sources: CLASSIC.COM, Hagerty. Typical ranges, not a quotation.
What to look for when buying
- Variant — Testarossa, then 512 TR, then the rare F512 M; prices rise accordingly.
- Monospecchio / monodado — early single-mirror, single-nut-wheel Testarossas are prized.
- Cam-belt service — the major belt service is essential; confirm it is recent and documented.
- Matching numbers and Classiche — originality and certification support value.
- Rust and originality — check for corrosion and original specification.
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