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  1. TubiStyleTesta

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    #1 TubiStyleTesta, Jul 30, 2013
    It appears this question was asked a while back, but I haven't been able to go through the lengthy pages of responses to get to the bottom of it. Although....one of the first responders pointed to Redheaded as a source that claimed 568 were built in 1985 and 819 were built in 1986. Still, I go to that website and cannot find that information or any other verifiable source.

    Is there anyone who can point me in the right direction? I'm writing a piece on my Dad's TR (SN 56429), and I'd love to know how many of the early flying mirror Testarossas were made.

    Thanks everyone... I'm also going to post on Ferrari Life.
     
  2. godabitibi

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    #2 godabitibi, Jul 30, 2013
    Cynthia I think those numbers from redhaead are probably the most accurate you'll find. I searched on the net and couldn't find anything else.

    Are you still trying to sell your car?
     
  3. TubiStyleTesta

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    #3 TubiStyleTesta, Jul 30, 2013
    Hi Claude, I looked at that Redheaded site and I don't even see any statement about how many flying mirror TRs were produced. Someone on this forum said so but I don't see it on that site, so I'm a little reluctant to make that statement. The car is currently getting an engine out service, and then it's going to a live auction in Monterey in August... I'm sending in my write-up later today. Cynthia
     
  4. curtisc63

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    #4 curtisc63, Jul 30, 2013
    Hi Cynthia,

    The info quoted is at the bottom of this linked page:

    Red Headed - Testarossa

    It does not explicitly say high mirror production and not knowing exact serial number of the switch means using the stated numbers as an approximation is likely the best you can do.

    Curtis

    Would still love to be able to buy Glenn's car but don't have the space...
     
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    #5 Steve Magnusson, Jul 30, 2013
    Here (down the page a little in "Production"):

    Red Headed - Testarossa

    but he's quoting the yearly TR production for those years -- not a direct count of TR with the single high mounted mirror. If yours is a US, and you are selling in the US/Canada, I'd go with ~400 as the maximum available US pool -- JMO.
     
  6. TubiStyleTesta

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    #6 TubiStyleTesta, Jul 30, 2013
    Thanks Curtis and Steve! How did I miss that? my mouse is on the fritz and doesn't scroll easily, so I never got to the bottom of the page. Mine is a Euro version but I'll just go with the higher numbers to be on the safe side. Thank you..... I'll let you all know if the car sells... Cynthia
     
  7. godabitibi

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    #7 godabitibi, Jul 30, 2013
    Cynthia, I'd use these numbers.


    Total production per year (non-official):


    Year---Production--------------USA Model Year s/n (*1)----------US versions (*2)
    1984-----110------------------(not used as USA Model Year)----- -
    1985-----568------------------55773 - 59501--------------------121
    1986-----819------------------59861 - 67019--------------------300

    *1 = Approximate serialnumber ranges of the related USA Model Year.
    *2 = Approximate number of USA/Canadian versions made for the related USA Model Year.
     
  8. godabitibi

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    #8 godabitibi, Jul 30, 2013
    I hope it finds a good home. I wish I had the budget to buy it. I want a yellow TR. And this one is gorgeous.
     
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    #9 curtisc63, Jul 30, 2013
    You and me both, Claude! Hmmm, since you are looking for a TR. Why don't you buy my white one so I can buy Cynthia's and help her out? It really is the gentlemanly thing to do...:D
     
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    #10 MS250, Jul 30, 2013
    Rare car this single mirror...400ish North American cars,many under 1,500 world wide ...wow !
     
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    Thanks evryone for the info as I was also wondering the same. My '86 is a US car OK for Calif. Black and tan. Makes me feel better to read this and see I made right decision to zero in on a black Flying mirror, even when some were saying to stay away from one. Yellow I'm sure is much more rare.
     
  12. godabitibi

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    #12 godabitibi, Jul 30, 2013
    Yeah right! ANd I'll be stock with a white car ;-) no way I want a yellow one. But thanks for your kind offer gentleman.

    But Curtis at least you're a Lucky guy you have a Testarossa. Not me :-(
     
  13. MS250

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    #13 MS250, Jul 30, 2013
    Hurry up and get one while you can.

    God isn't making anymore. And what is gone, is gone ;)
     
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    #14 Turbopanzer, Jul 30, 2013
    But you can't feel the love in a single mirror car the way you do in a "twin" mirror car!!! :D
     
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    #15 MS250, Jul 30, 2013
    That's why I drive ford's every day ;)
     
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    #16 godabitibi, Jul 30, 2013
    Yes you're right BigRed I'm doing what I can. I'll get one someday. The right one for me.
     
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    #17 Turbopanzer, Jul 30, 2013
    Glutton for punishment I see!!! :D
     
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    #18 curtisc63, Jul 30, 2013
    STUCK?!?! Ouch! I looked for a yellow TR for quite a while before I bought my white/red - a classy combo if I may say so myself. Mine is well sorted and has taken good care of me for 7 years.

    I actually talked with Cynthia's father Glenn about this car in question prior to buying mine. We danced around the subject but a deal on his car was never mentioned/structured. I know it was a tough decision for Cynthia to sell but I wish her the best outcome. Just wish I could find a way to swing it in my direction.
     
  19. TubiStyleTesta

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    #19 TubiStyleTesta, Jul 30, 2013
    Ha ha ha ha! I thoroughly enjoyed reading the above exchange....

    Actually, I like the white ones. I told Curtis the same on the phone.

    My Dad was not a yellow Ferrari kind of guy, but he just fell in love with this one.... wish me luck. The auction house just posted my description.... stay tuned.
     
  20. godabitibi

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    #20 godabitibi, Jul 30, 2013
    I was only joking. I already have two red interior cars my 308 and the Corvette. I like red interiors. IT'S JUST THAT I WANT A YELLOW or black TR. I fell in love with the yellow on this car. What would you be asking for your car? Just in case ;-)
     
  21. TubiStyleTesta

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    #21 TubiStyleTesta, Jul 30, 2013
    Go down to Monterrey in mid-August and bid on this car! :) My lips are sealed otherwise....
     
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    #22 TubiStyleTesta, Jul 30, 2013
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    #23 nathanmack28, Feb 7, 2023
    Hello,

    Do you by any chance have your 1986 Testarossa Black with tan interior. I just picked on up last month and am very curious roughly how many black were produced globally.
     

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