CMC has just released second version of one of the most exciting Ferraris of all time - the original 1958 TESTA ROSSA. These are expected to arrive before April 1st. The name Testa Rossa was created because of its red painted valve hoods of the powerful 300 hp 12 cylinder engine. This body is more than spectacular. The so-called Pontoon Fenders gave him is extraordinary look. The CMC model is an authentic replication of Chassis No. 0714 that went into the manufacturing of the second Testa Rossa. which was earmarked for a private owner. In the course of time, Testa Rossa (meaning “Red Head” in English) became the most successful and best-known Ferrari model of all time.
Perfectly restored and painted in deep black with a flamboyant red/white border on its nose, the car with the starting No. DM124 was offered at “Leggenda e Passione,” in Italy in May 2009. The bidding went too 9.02 million Euros, one of the highest priced autos ever.
A sharp, detail-exact replication of the cockpit and dashboard complete with instruments and controls. The seats are covered in real leather and framed with beige stripes. No less faithful to the original is the steering wheel with three slotted spokes. To build this 1:18 scale CMC model, it takes 1,640 single parts in addition to the extraordinary hand craftsmanship that puts them together. The authentic replication of this model also makes it time-enduring in terms of value and collectability. Hopefully, it will find a new home in your collection. It includes a sturdy wind shield with chromed metal frame, a detachable engine hood with a quick opening device and additional leather straps. There is a elaborate rendition of the circuit board with wiring and relays & the tank cap and tank flap in the head rest can be opened. The spare wheel is fastened with a leather belt.
Limited to 5,000 pieces worldwide. Hand assembled from 1,640 parts. The red /white border on its nose and the metallic silver cover of the headlights are distinctively characteristics of the chassis number 0714 with its The twelve cylinder V-engine comes complete with all aggregates, pipes and cabling. This replica is based on a metal tube space frame true to the original. The rear cover is affixed with a quick closing device that can be opened and the wire wheels with aluminium rims are perfect including hand-assembled stainless steel spokes with nipples and removable two-winged Borrani central locking nuts. The cockpit is true to the original with seats that are covered with leather and a fully instrumented dashboard. The underbody with a stainless-steel fuel tank with rivets & a metal exhaust tailpipe is an exact replication of the original. The original produced 300 hp at 7,200 rpm, with a top speed of about 270 km/h. Total length: approx. 10 inches.
This item is brand new & the box has never been opened. The pictures in this listing of display models. There are additional pictures of the white, #24, Testa Rossa in our companion listing for that car. These are fantasticly detailed and crafted replicas. Just check the photos & use the SuperSize feature. You will be amazed!!
