Thank you all so much for your comments and enthusiasm. As the owner of this car, I consider it my responsibility to share it with the world and not keep it hidden away. Thanks to Thomas, James, Greg (behind the scenes), and all of you watching for helping to keep the passion for these cars alive and making sure younger generations get exposed to them, too. Safe driving, everyone. See you out on the road! 🚗
You have truly beautiful car man. It's a feast for all of the senses, and it brings me back to my childhood and Miami Vice. I couldn't believe that car like this existed. I don't even dream of having one, but still always aiming in having cars with character and some performance. We all should enjoy every aspect of life, including our driving.
I remember walking into a random dealership, really small, only had Performance cars for sale. Green Testarossa was sitting right there in the middle of this small showroom. All I could do was stare. These things have an incredible presence!
There was this weird boutique exotic car dealership tucked off in an industrial park in Tulsa, OK. They somehow got their hands on an all-original Tucker with only ~50 miles on it. Blew my mind. But I intentionally drove by over and over again while they had a red Testarossa that sold for over $330,000 in 1990.
Green eh? Only problem with that is that no Testarossa's left the factory green. You should look up details of your stories before fabricating them! 1 512tr left the factory green .....
You guys are hilarious. This was a few years ago. These cars are just cars. People respray, build, modify, come on we all know this. The car was not stock, and the dark green looked great with the wheels he put on it. Not every car needs to be left stock and barely driven
The subtle loud sniff when describing the car around its night time use. The dramatic pause for the lazy power window. Everything is so well done. Even when you wax lyrical, it's not over the top. Really really good production guys, TY.
My father had one in the classic red and tan when I was a kid, and I could never get over the coolness and beauty of it. The style still holds up today.
You guys are getting some crazy access to these legends, kudos to you! The 2+M subs are well deserved. This Ferrari for me was "the Ferrari." It's def hated by some, but for me that's beauty in its own way and one of the cars that fueled my passion for cars. (edit - I am now 30, so this car was already over a decade old by the time I really knew what cars were)
512TR is just a facelifted Testarossa. The name was updated to match other F cars: 512 TR (= 5 litre 12 cylinders TestaRossa). Both share the very same Ferrari model designation - Type F110 (Testarossa - F110AB/E, 512TR - F110HB) and both have Testarossa on the head covers. 512TR has just a few nice upgrades - 18 wheels, painted lowers, new front bumber, the engine sits a bit lower thanks to redesigned lower frame, the Bosch K-Jet injection system is gone replaced by a more modern Bosch Motronic 2.7, TR512 has different seats and steering wheel inside etc. But it is still a Testarossa! PS. Testarossa owner and aficionado here.
@@siler7 I can give you many more modern examples where mid-life facelift brought more substantial changes, including engines dropping cylinder count, new transmissions, whole body panels beeing replaced (not just lights & bumpers) etc. Countach has also changed A LOT during the 16 years in production, to the point 25th Anniversary barely reasembles the original periscoppio car. But it is still a Countach. Testarossa changes were nowhere near as extensive.
Yes you are right, there is a lot of Ill informed opinion out there. Even the constant talk of the engine's high centre of gravity when actually with the flat 12 configuration and the fact that the transmission is cleverly configured alongside the dry sump makes the overall height and cog lower than a regular V8/12.
On new year's day 1999 I got a call from my friend saying I needed to go to his parents' house immediately but didn't tell me why. I was immediately on the road and upon arriving, I discovered a Testarossa in the driveway. What a glorious car.
To see you both acting like teenagers with excitement...I just love it when you guys have a great time with an automotive classic. I am sure on this day, your entire production team didn't know they were working as much as they were enjoying the day. Bravo...hats off...thank you
Oh it’s pretty beautiful nonetheless. As for the Countach, there are two versions of it, the “Prototipo” and the “Periscopica”. The Prototipo is the “out-there, show-off” version. The Periscopica is the subtly classy, yet sexy version of the Countach IMHO. I prefer the Periscopica, because of its subtle nature compared to the Prototipo. The Periscopica shares the same principle of design as that of the Testarossa.
You don’t realize how deep and large those side louver vents are until you see this car in person. Side Profile wedge photos are ugly, but front and rear are iconic stuff of legend.
Both countach and testarossa were poster cars, but my only gripe with the testarossas is that I wished it had a door that opened upwards, like a scissor door or moth door, the door opening in a funny way (like all supercars should) is the one advantage the countach has over the testarossa
Ferraris are tend to be more subdued, so it fits well and beautiful legendary Ferrari. I love how clean this is and Countach for how wild it is that everybody knows you drive a hypercar.
I look at that car and immediately am brought back to the 80s with one of the greatest videogames ever with the sound of "Splash Wave" blaring in the stereo speakers.
"You've end up kicking a Snorlax in the face, it's woken up, and it's angry; that's a Ferrari." Thanks James, Ferrari needs you on there marketing team.
My gosh I love the Testarossa, what a BEAUTIFUL machine. I remember thinking it was the coolest thing ever in the 80s and I still think it's amazing now! Iconic car.
Thank you for making this video. As a 40 year old this car was THE Ferrari for everyone born in the early 80s. We had the pictures of this on the wall, along with the countach and F40. I was also one of the extremely lucky kids to have had one in the garage as a teen, as my father did very well for himself and purchased this during his mid-life crisis. Having been allowed to finally drive it when I turned 18, I can say that flat 5L 12 cyl was just pure italian perfection. I am not sure I would say the car was comfortable though. Getting in and out is not easy as you sit about 3 inches off the floor, the car was extremely heavy and with no power steering was near impossible to parallel park, and the brakes were absolutely horrendous. All being said, I would give anything to have that car back in my garage now. Please try and get the new Fioravanti Testarossa resto-mod on here to see if they really did improve the flaws.
Guys. I have been watching you for about 2.5 years,maybe more idk, you just keep getting better. Hitting peaks every video,even on the extra channel (which is not the main channel)
I was just a kid when this car came out but I can tell you I was still WELL aware of it. The side profile black background poster was on MANY walls and the name was synonymous with "fast beautiful car". It's still my all-time favourite looking car.
The Testarrossa, along with the F40, was my favourite Ferrari and supercar of my youth and possibly of all time. I have Burago miniatures of both models.
These older icons you’re reviewing are really setting the channel apart from the rest, and you were already killing it with production quality and tasteful humor. Any chance you could review an XJ220 or EB110?
I was reading car and driver as soon as I learned the alphabet. Being a car nut, you guys are the real deal, high production value, wit, detailed insight; no wonder your channel is joining the ranks of the greatest. Keep up the good work!
One of my friends had a Testarossa that was a late 80's car. I remember him complaining about needing to drop the engine to do one of the needed routine maintenance that cost quite a bit. Loved listening to that car when he would drive off. Loved the style.
I owned a 1989 model, dove it for 20 years till 2009. It has no power steering, really difficult to manuver in tight parking space, the steering colmne is flimsy, brakes is nthe weakest part. It sounds great, engine is bullet proof, transmission works well after warmes up, workmanship is excellent and the price is right for what you pay for.
I dated a local Dr's neice several years ago and was lucky enough to share the drive with him(the Dr) when he wanted to bring his Testarossa from his FL house back home here in KY. Absolutely awesome on the interstate. The only problem was I wanted to take every exit so I could re-enter the highway and put my foot down! Definitely the highlight of cars I've been able to drive.
I remember when these were new, and on the cover of car magazines. The ones to have are the 85'-86' cars as they had the one wing mirror on the A pillar. Mr Ferrari was a big fan of Miami Vice, so he sent them the white one that appears in the show. I remember Top Gear did a review of the Ferrari Testarossa, and the Countach together. Both were owned by Harry Metclaffe. Thanks.
This was THE 80's dream car.... I've always wanted one so bad, and I would play the Outrun arcade game all the time just because you drove as THIS very car! lol
In love with this side series of cult classic cars, great appreciation for such oldies but goldies is what this channel needed to really stand out. You make this more than just entertaining and informative and its artistic how you guys express the feelings that these cars give. Closest video I’ve come to where I felt engaged in a long time!
I was 11 years old when I first saw Ferrari Testosterosa. Ferrari's has been my dream car ever since still to this day that and jaguar believe it or not. I've always had an eye for jaguars For some reason. I've owned the jaguar before, but it was ragley As hell found it for cheap, had a lot of miles on it. But Ferrari has been at the top of my list. Everybody seemed like they want Lamborghini, but if I was a millionaire, I will have I wouldn't have lamborghinis and mclarens, I would have ferraris and porsches.✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾
i've never been much of a ferrari person but as of late i have been thinking about it would be nice to have a testarossa one day, and i'll admit that out of all the cars ferrari have made it is probably one of the best aged once, like a fine wine :)
While I generally don't approve of de-catting cars (because they stink, and then *you* stink of gasoline, and you know, pollution), however this thing sounds FANTASTIC. Kudos to the owner on that choice exhaust. This is seriously up there with some of the greats from Mercedes/Pagani and the LF-A if my speakers are telling the full story. Just wow. I feel like that needed to be acknowledged. Great review and shirts guys!
I really love how the interior hang out sessions make me feel like I'm there, and I'm always curious as to all the things you see in the interior of these places! Thank you for this!
Probably the best highkey car channel right now. Of course theres those small channels that are really good but for a mainstream channel, this never disappoints and remains unique.
I got addicted to your channel. It tickles that part of my heart and brain that longs for old Top Gear. You are legitimate heirs to their legacy. I honestly believe you could also have guest appearances and stuff Top Gear had, but in your own way. 10/10 quality, in my mind, you are up there next to Mark Rober and some other fantastic content creators. Simply awesome stuff!
Replacing "90's Honda" parts on an NSX is a pretty big deal today. Some parts are becoming hard to find. That said, it would be harder and far more expensive to keep this car on the road than an NSX.
@@Biggspeed There isn't really any engine out service on an NSX. My comment was the implication in the video that a fender bender in an NSX isn't a big deal because 90's Honda parts. It would be a big deal.
@@Nikowalker007 The “cam belt service” includes much, much more than just cam belts. The $14k bill I got for the engine-out service was several pages long and includes lots of new hoses, gaskets, thermostats ($1000!), spark plugs and wires (another $1000!), repainting the cam covers ($500), etc. etc. Expensive by any standard, yes, but you can see why I call it a “major service” and not a cam belt service. These cars are driven so little, the service intervals are usually spoken about in terms of years rather than miles. A major service every 5 years is more than enough, so budget about $3k/yr. Not so bad for a 12 cylinder Ferrari, I don’t think. Thanks for your interest in the car, guys. Always fun to share with like-minded car nuts. Would you guys want to watch a video where I go through the whole bill and show you why it costs so much? I considered doing that but wasn’t sure anyone would watch.
Congrats for keeping performing this way, the perfect mix of humor, drama and joy doing what you people love. And that emotion an kindness is felt on each chapter. You are Naturally Aspirated!!
Some trivia bits about Gianni Agnelli and his one-off Testarossa Spider. The man is a legend - the richest man in modern Italian history, he controlled 4.4% of Italy’s total GPD as chairman of Fiat Group. Under his stewardship, Fiat Group owned Ferrari at the time, hence his ability to order several unique coachbuilt cars from across the Group’s brands. This included the Testarossa Spider, two Ferrari 365 Ps with McLaren F1-style seating layouts, coachbuilt Fiat 130 wagons and a convertible Lancia Delta Integrale (to name a few). The Testarossa Spider (and some of his other special cars) had another unique feature - a Valeo clutchless manual gearbox. Agnelli had shattered his right leg in an accident in the ‘50s and the clutchless manual made it easier for him to drive his cars. In the Testarossa, you could drive it like a normal manual, but at the press of a button, the clutch could operate automatically as you moved the shifter through its manual gate.
I'm actually old enough to remember the season finale when the bad guys blew up Crockett's 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spyder(my dream car at the time). In the next season's opener, Crockett got the white Testarossa. It made quite an impression. Thanks for the trip down memory lane.
I forgot Crockett had a Testarossa. Maybe because I liked the Daytona Spider so much. Then again, Ferrari threatened to sue the show because the Daytonas used in filming were Corvettes with body kits. So they blew up the Daytona in the show and switched to the white Testarossa. Two of which were given to them by Ferrari.
This car has a presence in person, not so much in photos, although the front and rear views of it are always striking - so low, wide, ominous. 80s all the way.
My dad got me a model Testarossa when I was a kid (and no other models). There's an argument for this Ferrari being the only reason I care about cars at all. Glad to see it make the channel. I'm not sure my nostalgia holds up in the face of the review though. I'm glad I own something else.
What an entertaining video! Top notch production quality with great humor. I only wish it were a bit longer.. Great video again boys! Thomas definitely looks like he came from the 80s. The intro was so funny!
I’m definitely not alone on this, and I wish not to scroll down to find them this early in the morning.. but the Pokémon reference was appreciated. *CLASSIC Pokémon, and a classic car. Classic. Well done, lads.
Oh that sound of shifting is sooooo nice. I remember when Doug drove a Testarossa for the first time. He loved it. You guys remember when I made the recommendation to compare a 2020 BRZ to a 1988 Fiero GT with 5 speed getrag? I think you're ready now. New vs Old.
You gentlemen are classy, sophisticated, hilarious and incredibly entertaining. I've learnt a lot from watching how you experience the cars - you honestly have my dream job and I hope that you are very well paid because you deserve it. Please keep making these videos forever! Thank you for all the work that you put in to make such quality content. Cheers! Will
I think this has to be the "least complained about" Ferrari on this channel. It may have no apple carplay/Android auto but at least it doesn't take up most of the gauge cluster.
Nice review. I have a 1994 512TR and it’s an amazing experience. The old Ferrari cars are definitely more engaging and fun to drive. Modern cars have sacrificed this feeling and are more about just extreme speed with the engagement
Modern cars are designed by clueless people in the marketing department. Eventually we'll get an electric Ferrari that's fully self driving, silent, and goes from 0 to 100 in 0.1 seconds, thereby knocking you out unconscious for the duration of the ride. You might as well go to sleep while the car drives itself.
I just love the Testarossa!!! I had a huge portrait of it on my bedroom wall when I was small. Dream car. This particular example is very clean. What a gorgeous car ❤
I just prefer the much simpler design language of the 80s and 90s than the insanely busy cars of today. This is probably top 3 of Ferrari's finest designs. This thing is an event from the outside and it doesn't need a bunch of extra triangles and different colored plastic to get the job done.
The Ferrari Testarossa (Type F110) is a 12-cylinder mid-engine sports car manufactured by Ferrari, which went into production in 1984 as the successor to the Ferrari Berlinetta Boxer. The Pininfarina-designed car was originally produced from 1984 until 1991, with two model revisions following the end of Testarossa production called the 512 TR and F512 M, which were produced from 1992 until 1996. Including revised variations, almost 10,000 cars in total were produced, making it at the time one of the most mass-produced Ferrari models (source: Wikipedia).
Mine was yellow and passed through TO from Ottawa to Windsor, Ont. fairly regularly in the late ‘80’s/‘90’s. I sold it in the mid ‘90’s as family/kids became the priority. Great car though. Your review brought back fond memories!
I had the experience to drive side by side a red Testarossa in my 89 Vette going 180km. It was amazing the sound of both car exhausts singing in harmony. These cars were made to be driven this way! No need for a tubi exhaust if you can drive at proper speed!
Unfortunately, the police and cities/municipalities have realized how much lucrative revenue is earned by deliberately posting unnecessarily low speed limits, and engaging in overzealous enforcement. Enjoying a car that can safely drive at triple the maximum speed limit is almost an impossibility.
@@antknee420 you are misinformed 1989 corvette has 240hp with 350lbs of torque and unlike 80-90s Ferrari you don’t have to tune up your car after every time you drive. Did you know that all Testarossa had a mandatory hammer which you would use to tap the starter casing occasionally on hard starts!
Well antknee420. Clearly you don't understand what it's all about. It's not just about numbers. I have a 2012 Taurus sho that is faster and pushes way harder than the Ferrari. But I promise the Ferrari is an experience of a lifetime to drive. And this is coming from someone who's built track cars for a living. ITS NOT ALL ABOUT HP!! 🥴🥴🤪🙄
This was my dream car in my youth in the 80s (and the Porsche 959). :-) Last week there happened to be a Testarossa around the corner from me at the dealership. Probably from a customer. And yes, I am from Europe.... BTW: Ferrari 348
What? No. It was a standout design, but it didn't have a strong influence on many subsequent models. Yes, the TR is very similar, and the 355 is of a similar era - but the elements it shares with others, are not Testarossa elements.
This was the first sports car that I up close/ saw in the flesh when I was at University. As a working class kid growing up in inner city Manchester UK i didn't really see any fancy cars, and couldn't tell you much about Porsches, Ferraris etc. I think i had a set of Top Trumps supercar cards, and that was it.
Very connected to the road. Exhaust and upgrade the rims and tires to some 18" and a few other tricks and its amazing. I have an upgraded sound system and usually don't play it because nothing is like that sound. Of all my cars in my stable, the TR gets the most looks and comments. Best purchase i have ever made. The upgraded version of the Testarossa my fit you perfectly even more. The 512TR had updated interior more modern, its hp was increased to 422hp and it came with 18" rims and low profile tires stock. The 1988 you have has the upgraded cooling and A/C along with the 5 lug rims which is huge over the single center spinner that was on the 1987 and prior. Rims and tire upgrade alone on mine was huge. OH, get a MOMO steering wheel, made a nice difference and remember the steering column is adjustable , lower left of the column (up and down motion only) Services vary. Anywhere from 4500 to 20k (for the big 20k service). Some things you want to service while engine is out otherwise you pay again for the R&R all over down the line.
I just want to thank you for 20 seconds between 5:00 - 5:20 thats just enough for me. The %90 ferrari videos doesnt have that or even worse they have adding music there. So thank you :)
Every time I think about how a Testarossa in decent condition could be had for 60 to 70k€ 10 years ago, I shed a tear. If I'd had 60 to 70k back when I was 14 years old, I definitely would've bought one. 14 year old me exactly knew that this car had all the right ingredients, my allowance just didn't cut it.
Thank you all so much for your comments and enthusiasm. As the owner of this car, I consider it my responsibility to share it with the world and not keep it hidden away. Thanks to Thomas, James, Greg (behind the scenes), and all of you watching for helping to keep the passion for these cars alive and making sure younger generations get exposed to them, too.
Safe driving, everyone. See you out on the road! 🚗
That you Jay for allowing us all to see your pride and joy reviewed .👍
Thanks for allowing us to view this exceptional condition Testarossa. Stunning car.
Thank you, Jay, for sharing this beauty with us. This is one of my all-time favorite cars, so I really appreciated watching yours.
Oh, that exhaust is such a beautiful sound, definitely a good modification!
You have truly beautiful car man. It's a feast for all of the senses, and it brings me back to my childhood and Miami Vice. I couldn't believe that car like this existed. I don't even dream of having one, but still always aiming in having cars with character and some performance. We all should enjoy every aspect of life, including our driving.
Even today this car is GORGEOUS
I remember walking into a random dealership, really small, only had Performance cars for sale. Green Testarossa was sitting right there in the middle of this small showroom. All I could do was stare. These things have an incredible presence!
there should not be a green Ferrari. specially thpse earlier ones.
There was this weird boutique exotic car dealership tucked off in an industrial park in Tulsa, OK. They somehow got their hands on an all-original Tucker with only ~50 miles on it. Blew my mind. But I intentionally drove by over and over again while they had a red Testarossa that sold for over $330,000 in 1990.
Green eh? Only problem with that is that no Testarossa's left the factory green. You should look up details of your stories before fabricating them! 1 512tr left the factory green .....
@@leosu4344 zero Testarossa's came green from the factory.....this guy's making up stories, without fact checking lol
You guys are hilarious. This was a few years ago. These cars are just cars. People respray, build, modify, come on we all know this. The car was not stock, and the dark green looked great with the wheels he put on it. Not every car needs to be left stock and barely driven
The subtle loud sniff when describing the car around its night time use. The dramatic pause for the lazy power window. Everything is so well done. Even when you wax lyrical, it's not over the top. Really really good production guys, TY.
Top tier production! Love to see it.
You get the Ferrari if you can afford the outrageous maintenance costs. That's what made the NSX the "supercar killer".
My father had one in the classic red and tan when I was a kid, and I could never get over the coolness and beauty of it. The style still holds up today.
You guys are getting some crazy access to these legends, kudos to you! The 2+M subs are well deserved.
This Ferrari for me was "the Ferrari." It's def hated by some, but for me that's beauty in its own way and one of the cars that fueled my passion for cars.
(edit - I am now 30, so this car was already over a decade old by the time I really knew what cars were)
No you are right! I’m only 25 and I consider this car « THE FERRARI » not to be mistaken with the « La Ferrari »
Your right, For me it F40 and maranello
im also a 90s kid and it was the F40 for me
@@gbalam are you from Karna or Tamilnad?
Damn, I’m knocking on 40 and these never appealed to me. Thought I was too young.
Everyone talks about having a Ferrari poster on their wall as a kid, this was mine. When I think of Ferrari, this is what pops into my head.
512TR is just a facelifted Testarossa. The name was updated to match other F cars: 512 TR (= 5 litre 12 cylinders TestaRossa). Both share the very same Ferrari model designation - Type F110 (Testarossa - F110AB/E, 512TR - F110HB) and both have Testarossa on the head covers. 512TR has just a few nice upgrades - 18 wheels, painted lowers, new front bumber, the engine sits a bit lower thanks to redesigned lower frame, the Bosch K-Jet injection system is gone replaced by a more modern Bosch Motronic 2.7, TR512 has different seats and steering wheel inside etc. But it is still a Testarossa! PS. Testarossa owner and aficionado here.
That doesn't sound like just a facelifted Testarossa. That's a long list of serious differences.
@@siler7 I can give you many more modern examples where mid-life facelift brought more substantial changes, including engines dropping cylinder count, new transmissions, whole body panels beeing replaced (not just lights & bumpers) etc. Countach has also changed A LOT during the 16 years in production, to the point 25th Anniversary barely reasembles the original periscoppio car. But it is still a Countach. Testarossa changes were nowhere near as extensive.
Yes you are right, there is a lot of Ill informed opinion out there. Even the constant talk of the engine's high centre of gravity when actually with the flat 12 configuration and the fact that the transmission is cleverly configured alongside the dry sump makes the overall height and cog lower than a regular V8/12.
On new year's day 1999 I got a call from my friend saying I needed to go to his parents' house immediately but didn't tell me why. I was immediately on the road and upon arriving, I discovered a Testarossa in the driveway. What a glorious car.
To see you both acting like teenagers with excitement...I just love it when you guys have a great time with an automotive classic. I am sure on this day, your entire production team didn't know they were working as much as they were enjoying the day. Bravo...hats off...thank you
Growing up I kept seeing these for like 50-60k and that was my goal car to own. Boy did the market sky rocket by the time I got there.
Such a pretty car. Not as out there as the Countach but it’s still a beautiful thing.
Oh it’s pretty beautiful nonetheless. As for the Countach, there are two versions of it, the “Prototipo” and the “Periscopica”. The Prototipo is the “out-there, show-off” version. The Periscopica is the subtly classy, yet sexy version of the Countach IMHO. I prefer the Periscopica, because of its subtle nature compared to the Prototipo. The Periscopica shares the same principle of design as that of the Testarossa.
You don’t realize how deep and large those side louver vents are until you see this car in person. Side Profile wedge photos are ugly, but front and rear are iconic stuff of legend.
Both countach and testarossa were poster cars, but my only gripe with the testarossas is that I wished it had a door that opened upwards, like a scissor door or moth door, the door opening in a funny way (like all supercars should) is the one advantage the countach has over the testarossa
Original Countach was a very simple, beautiful design.
Ferraris are tend to be more subdued, so it fits well and beautiful legendary Ferrari. I love how clean this is and Countach for how wild it is that everybody knows you drive a hypercar.
I look at that car and immediately am brought back to the 80s with one of the greatest videogames ever with the sound of "Splash Wave" blaring in the stereo speakers.
"You've end up kicking a Snorlax in the face, it's woken up, and it's angry; that's a Ferrari." Thanks James, Ferrari needs you on there marketing team.
My gosh I love the Testarossa, what a BEAUTIFUL machine. I remember thinking it was the coolest thing ever in the 80s and I still think it's amazing now! Iconic car.
Thomas =a phenomenal actor
James = a phenomenal James
Thank you for making this video. As a 40 year old this car was THE Ferrari for everyone born in the early 80s. We had the pictures of this on the wall, along with the countach and F40. I was also one of the extremely lucky kids to have had one in the garage as a teen, as my father did very well for himself and purchased this during his mid-life crisis. Having been allowed to finally drive it when I turned 18, I can say that flat 5L 12 cyl was just pure italian perfection. I am not sure I would say the car was comfortable though. Getting in and out is not easy as you sit about 3 inches off the floor, the car was extremely heavy and with no power steering was near impossible to parallel park, and the brakes were absolutely horrendous. All being said, I would give anything to have that car back in my garage now. Please try and get the new Fioravanti Testarossa resto-mod on here to see if they really did improve the flaws.
"The" Ferrari was the F40 (born in 1979 myself)
Glad you enjoyed. I was also born in ‘79.
@@lebojay I wish you many happy miles in your Testarossa !
Guys. I have been watching you for about 2.5 years,maybe more idk, you just keep getting better. Hitting peaks every video,even on the extra channel (which is not the main channel)
Such an iconic 80's car, truly captures the time period. Like retrowave nostalgia
It's really amazing to see how much the video quality has increased. You guys are amazing keep bringing us these amazing videos.
11:05 strakes is indeed the proper term.
Strake and Shake
being a fan of the 80s vibes, this car just screams it. one of my dream cars for sure
I was just a kid when this car came out but I can tell you I was still WELL aware of it. The side profile black background poster was on MANY walls and the name was synonymous with "fast beautiful car". It's still my all-time favourite looking car.
I remember back in the 80s this was everybody’s dream car absolutely beautiful
The Testarrossa, along with the F40, was my favourite Ferrari and supercar of my youth and possibly of all time. I have Burago miniatures of both models.
These older icons you’re reviewing are really setting the channel apart from the rest, and you were already killing it with production quality and tasteful humor.
Any chance you could review an XJ220 or EB110?
I was reading car and driver as soon as I learned the alphabet. Being a car nut, you guys are the real deal, high production value, wit, detailed insight; no wonder your channel is joining the ranks of the greatest. Keep up the good work!
The chemistry between the two of you is what makes your videos so captivating. I hope you are like this after the cameras are off.
One of my friends had a Testarossa that was a late 80's car. I remember him complaining about needing to drop the engine to do one of the needed routine maintenance that cost quite a bit. Loved listening to that car when he would drive off. Loved the style.
I owned a 1989 model, dove it for 20 years till 2009. It has no power steering, really difficult to manuver in tight parking space, the steering colmne is flimsy, brakes is nthe weakest part. It sounds great, engine is bullet proof, transmission works well after warmes up, workmanship is excellent and the price is right for what you pay for.
I dated a local Dr's neice several years ago and was lucky enough to share the drive with him(the Dr) when he wanted to bring his Testarossa from his FL house back home here in KY. Absolutely awesome on the interstate. The only problem was I wanted to take every exit so I could re-enter the highway and put my foot down! Definitely the highlight of cars I've been able to drive.
Loved, loved, loved the Miami Vice skit!!! Way to go guys! Thanks for making my week. Great memories!
I wish there was a love button. I've dreamed of this car since I was a kid, and seeing it get the Throttle House treatment was glorious.
I remember when these were new, and on the cover of car magazines. The ones to have are the 85'-86' cars as they had the one wing mirror on the A pillar. Mr Ferrari was a big fan of Miami Vice, so he sent them the white one that appears in the show. I remember Top Gear did a review of the Ferrari Testarossa, and the Countach together. Both were owned by Harry Metclaffe. Thanks.
This was THE 80's dream car.... I've always wanted one so bad, and I would play the Outrun arcade game all the time just because you drove as THIS very car! lol
Thank you to all the production crew that puts so much effort into these videos.
In love with this side series of cult classic cars, great appreciation for such oldies but goldies is what this channel needed to really stand out. You make this more than just entertaining and informative and its artistic how you guys express the feelings that these cars give. Closest video I’ve come to where I felt engaged in a long time!
Thomas is the perfect re-imagination of a Canadian Magnum PI.
Maple P.I
Magnum PI drove a 1978 Ferrari 308 GTS. Just saying 👍🏼
Mix Magnum P.I. with Canadian Bacon.
You get Magnum out there busting a jay walking ring. 😂
Canada already has its Magnum. Beachcombers
Damn you all. Macdonald PI ... If you know, you know.
I was 11 years old when I first saw Ferrari Testosterosa. Ferrari's has been my dream car ever since still to this day that and jaguar believe it or not. I've always had an eye for jaguars For some reason. I've owned the jaguar before, but it was ragley As hell found it for cheap, had a lot of miles on it. But Ferrari has been at the top of my list.
Everybody seemed like they want Lamborghini, but if I was a millionaire, I will have I wouldn't have lamborghinis and mclarens, I would have ferraris and porsches.✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾
i've never been much of a ferrari person but as of late i have been thinking about it would be nice to have a testarossa one day, and i'll admit that out of all the cars ferrari have made it is probably one of the best aged once, like a fine wine :)
@Throttle House I was so happy at the end of this video...just like you, it was all I'd hoped for! Thanks for doing what you do so well!!!
I remember driving one of these in 1990,really loved it and it was easier to drive than I thought it would be.
While I generally don't approve of de-catting cars (because they stink, and then *you* stink of gasoline, and you know, pollution), however this thing sounds FANTASTIC. Kudos to the owner on that choice exhaust. This is seriously up there with some of the greats from Mercedes/Pagani and the LF-A if my speakers are telling the full story. Just wow. I feel like that needed to be acknowledged. Great review and shirts guys!
Thanks! FYI the car came from the factory without cats. It was originally delivered to Saudi Arabia.
I really love how the interior hang out sessions make me feel like I'm there, and I'm always curious as to all the things you see in the interior of these places! Thank you for this!
Probably the best highkey car channel right now. Of course theres those small channels that are really good but for a mainstream channel, this never disappoints and remains unique.
I got addicted to your channel. It tickles that part of my heart and brain that longs for old Top Gear. You are legitimate heirs to their legacy. I honestly believe you could also have guest appearances and stuff Top Gear had, but in your own way. 10/10 quality, in my mind, you are up there next to Mark Rober and some other fantastic content creators. Simply awesome stuff!
Found one of these outside a local restaurant and thought it was a 348 kit car at the time, but ohhhh boy was I wrong. So much cooler than I thought.
Replacing "90's Honda" parts on an NSX is a pretty big deal today. Some parts are becoming hard to find. That said, it would be harder and far more expensive to keep this car on the road than an NSX.
I'm pretty sure but I could be wrong. An engine out service on the NSX wouldn't cost $14k.
Only $8-10k for engine out camshaft belt replacement which is mandatory every 10k miles for Testarossas
@@Biggspeed There isn't really any engine out service on an NSX. My comment was the implication in the video that a fender bender in an NSX isn't a big deal because 90's Honda parts. It would be a big deal.
@@Nikowalker007 The “cam belt service” includes much, much more than just cam belts. The $14k bill I got for the engine-out service was several pages long and includes lots of new hoses, gaskets, thermostats ($1000!), spark plugs and wires (another $1000!), repainting the cam covers ($500), etc. etc.
Expensive by any standard, yes, but you can see why I call it a “major service” and not a cam belt service.
These cars are driven so little, the service intervals are usually spoken about in terms of years rather than miles. A major service every 5 years is more than enough, so budget about $3k/yr. Not so bad for a 12 cylinder Ferrari, I don’t think.
Thanks for your interest in the car, guys. Always fun to share with like-minded car nuts.
Would you guys want to watch a video where I go through the whole bill and show you why it costs so much? I considered doing that but wasn’t sure anyone would watch.
@@lebojay Thanks for clarification! Good to know … 👍
Congrats for keeping performing this way, the perfect mix of humor, drama and joy doing what you people love. And that emotion an kindness is felt on each chapter. You are Naturally Aspirated!!
Some trivia bits about Gianni Agnelli and his one-off Testarossa Spider. The man is a legend - the richest man in modern Italian history, he controlled 4.4% of Italy’s total GPD as chairman of Fiat Group. Under his stewardship, Fiat Group owned Ferrari at the time, hence his ability to order several unique coachbuilt cars from across the Group’s brands. This included the Testarossa Spider, two Ferrari 365 Ps with McLaren F1-style seating layouts, coachbuilt Fiat 130 wagons and a convertible Lancia Delta Integrale (to name a few).
The Testarossa Spider (and some of his other special cars) had another unique feature - a Valeo clutchless manual gearbox. Agnelli had shattered his right leg in an accident in the ‘50s and the clutchless manual made it easier for him to drive his cars. In the Testarossa, you could drive it like a normal manual, but at the press of a button, the clutch could operate automatically as you moved the shifter through its manual gate.
Thank you
I'm actually old enough to remember the season finale when the bad guys blew up Crockett's 365 GTS/4 Daytona Spyder(my dream car at the time).
In the next season's opener, Crockett got the white Testarossa.
It made quite an impression.
Thanks for the trip down memory lane.
I forgot Crockett had a Testarossa. Maybe because I liked the Daytona Spider so much. Then again, Ferrari threatened to sue the show because the Daytonas used in filming were Corvettes with body kits. So they blew up the Daytona in the show and switched to the white Testarossa. Two of which were given to them by Ferrari.
Dear Testarossa: Even though it's been a long time, I never stopped loving you. Great video.
My main memory of this car? ..... Outrun!
Yep!!!! ...and Miami Vice
The intros KEEP GETTING BETTER - even the shot of Thomas afterwards
My first sport bike was a 1994 Suzuki RF600R… it’s design was inspired by the Testarossa. Beautiful car and beautiful bike.
This car has a presence in person, not so much in photos, although the front and rear views of it are always striking - so low, wide, ominous. 80s all the way.
Another awesome retro 80s rad car video! Thanks guys! Next up has to be the F512M!
I have a dream: have a own Ferrari testarossa when im an adult. I love the looks of it, its an expensive car but i still want one ❤
I absolutely love these classic car reviews. You guys win the TH-cams.
My dad got me a model Testarossa when I was a kid (and no other models). There's an argument for this Ferrari being the only reason I care about cars at all. Glad to see it make the channel. I'm not sure my nostalgia holds up in the face of the review though. I'm glad I own something else.
What an entertaining video! Top notch production quality with great humor. I only wish it were a bit longer.. Great video again boys! Thomas definitely looks like he came from the 80s. The intro was so funny!
I’m definitely not alone on this, and I wish not to scroll down to find them this early in the morning.. but the Pokémon reference was appreciated. *CLASSIC Pokémon, and a classic car. Classic. Well done, lads.
I was driving behind one in South Africa once and I was absolutely mesmerised by the noise, it was an experience of a lifetime 🤣
I was born in the 80s in Miami. This was my dream car growing up. Literally had a dream about it as a kid lol.
Oh that sound of shifting is sooooo nice.
I remember when Doug drove a Testarossa for the first time. He loved it.
You guys remember when I made the recommendation to compare a 2020 BRZ to a 1988 Fiero GT with 5 speed getrag? I think you're ready now. New vs Old.
i don't know why but i really like the look of the older Ferraris than the modern one
You gentlemen are classy, sophisticated, hilarious and incredibly entertaining. I've learnt a lot from watching how you experience the cars - you honestly have my dream job and I hope that you are very well paid because you deserve it.
Please keep making these videos forever! Thank you for all the work that you put in to make such quality content.
Cheers!
Will
I want one of these, alway have, always will. My number one car of all time.
I think this has to be the "least complained about" Ferrari on this channel. It may have no apple carplay/Android auto but at least it doesn't take up most of the gauge cluster.
The focus on the slow motion of the window rolling down lol , thank you guess for these timeless videos
13:26 "we've lost him" 🤣🤣 you can see Thomas get the joke just before they cut to the next shot...
My Gawd, at 5:30, looks like you superimposed yourself on a late 80s bedroom poster. Glorious shot.
Nice review. I have a 1994 512TR and it’s an amazing experience. The old Ferrari cars are definitely more engaging and fun to drive. Modern cars have sacrificed this feeling and are more about just extreme speed with the engagement
*without a sense of engagement
Modern cars are designed by clueless people in the marketing department. Eventually we'll get an electric Ferrari that's fully self driving, silent, and goes from 0 to 100 in 0.1 seconds, thereby knocking you out unconscious for the duration of the ride. You might as well go to sleep while the car drives itself.
I just love the Testarossa!!! I had a huge portrait of it on my bedroom wall when I was small. Dream car. This particular example is very clean. What a gorgeous car ❤
I just prefer the much simpler design language of the 80s and 90s than the insanely busy cars of today. This is probably top 3 of Ferrari's finest designs. This thing is an event from the outside and it doesn't need a bunch of extra triangles and different colored plastic to get the job done.
Ferrari was pure sh*t for like 10 years straight... 456 GT, 550 maranello, F500, 575M, 612 scaglietti
Watching this for the fifth time since yesterday. Obessed with the Testarossa! Great video guys
These just get better and better! Most entertaining car channel!
The Ferrari Testarossa (Type F110) is a 12-cylinder mid-engine sports car manufactured by Ferrari, which went into production in 1984 as the successor to the Ferrari Berlinetta Boxer. The Pininfarina-designed car was originally produced from 1984 until 1991, with two model revisions following the end of Testarossa production called the 512 TR and F512 M, which were produced from 1992 until 1996. Including revised variations, almost 10,000 cars in total were produced, making it at the time one of the most mass-produced Ferrari models (source: Wikipedia).
The Audi Quattro is what got me into cars, this was my love at first sight.
0-60 in 5 seconds in 1988 is pretty impressive!!
Yeah, you can keep your boring EV’s. I’ll gladly be slower in the Testarossa any day. That car sounds glorious going through the rev-range. ❤️
Mine was yellow and passed through TO from Ottawa to Windsor, Ont. fairly regularly in the late ‘80’s/‘90’s. I sold it in the mid ‘90’s as family/kids became the priority. Great car though. Your review brought back fond memories!
I had the experience to drive side by side a red Testarossa in my 89 Vette going 180km. It was amazing the sound of both car exhausts singing in harmony. These cars were made to be driven this way! No need for a tubi exhaust if you can drive at proper speed!
Two nemesis of an era !
Unfortunately, the police and cities/municipalities have realized how much lucrative revenue is earned by deliberately posting unnecessarily low speed limits, and engaging in overzealous enforcement. Enjoying a car that can safely drive at triple the maximum speed limit is almost an impossibility.
Did you just compare a junk corvette with a whopping 180hp to a ferrari v12?
@@antknee420 you are misinformed 1989 corvette has 240hp with 350lbs of torque and unlike 80-90s Ferrari you don’t have to tune up your car after every time you drive. Did you know that all Testarossa had a mandatory hammer which you would use to tap the starter casing occasionally on hard starts!
Well antknee420. Clearly you don't understand what it's all about. It's not just about numbers. I have a 2012 Taurus sho that is faster and pushes way harder than the Ferrari. But I promise the Ferrari is an experience of a lifetime to drive. And this is coming from someone who's built track cars for a living. ITS NOT ALL ABOUT HP!! 🥴🥴🤪🙄
One of my all time favourites. Had a huge poster on my wall along with a bBurago 1/18 scale model on display in my room as a kid.
I LOVE the look of the Testarossa🤔😎👌🏻. Especially the SOUND. Sounds like a typical Ferrari V-12 sound.
Probably my favorite Ferrari design of all time!!! 😍
“You’d have to shoot a vampire” to prove it’s silver. You guys are the funniest car duo, no question.
Werewolves and silver. Not vampires.
I demand my money back 🤣
This was my dream car in my youth in the 80s (and the Porsche 959). :-)
Last week there happened to be a Testarossa around the corner from me at the dealership. Probably from a customer. And yes, I am from Europe....
BTW: Ferrari 348
Very underrated and frankly groundbreaking design - you can see signs of the Testarossa in nearly every Ferrari that followed since
What? No. It was a standout design, but it didn't have a strong influence on many subsequent models. Yes, the TR is very similar, and the 355 is of a similar era - but the elements it shares with others, are not Testarossa elements.
This was the first sports car that I up close/ saw in the flesh when I was at University. As a working class kid growing up in inner city Manchester UK i didn't really see any fancy cars, and couldn't tell you much about Porsches, Ferraris etc. I think i had a set of Top Trumps supercar cards, and that was it.
Very connected to the road. Exhaust and upgrade the rims and tires to some 18" and a few other tricks and its amazing. I have an upgraded sound system and usually don't play it because nothing is like that sound. Of all my cars in my stable, the TR gets the most looks and comments. Best purchase i have ever made. The upgraded version of the Testarossa my fit you perfectly even more. The 512TR had updated interior more modern, its hp was increased to 422hp and it came with 18" rims and low profile tires stock. The 1988 you have has the upgraded cooling and A/C along with the 5 lug rims which is huge over the single center spinner that was on the 1987 and prior. Rims and tire upgrade alone on mine was huge. OH, get a MOMO steering wheel, made a nice difference and remember the steering column is adjustable , lower left of the column (up and down motion only) Services vary. Anywhere from 4500 to 20k (for the big 20k service). Some things you want to service while engine is out otherwise you pay again for the R&R all over down the line.
I just want to thank you for 20 seconds between 5:00 - 5:20 thats just enough for me. The %90 ferrari videos doesnt have that or even worse they have adding music there. So thank you :)
Is this a bad time to point out how many 80s outfits Thomas owns?
Every time I think about how a Testarossa in decent condition could be had for 60 to 70k€ 10 years ago, I shed a tear. If I'd had 60 to 70k back when I was 14 years old, I definitely would've bought one. 14 year old me exactly knew that this car had all the right ingredients, my allowance just didn't cut it.
That window break at 13:35 is gold! Hahahaha
That was my favourite car as a kid, it has unmatched styling.
That nose swipe while saying "80's energy" had me rolling! Great review as always gentlemen!
Saw one of these at an auto show in red color and a countach at a traffic signal. Absolutely amazing site to see