In 1994, Ferrari unveiled the final iteration of its famed Testarossa, the F512 M, or Modificata, Italian for “modified.” In an effort to properly send-off to its last production mid-engine flat-12 model, Ferrari updated the chassis, engine, and overall design to distinguish it from earlier versions of the Testarossa, while providing a quantum leap in performance and overall driving experience. Numerous internal engine upgrades, including titanium rods and other lightened components, helped to increase horsepower and compression over its 512 predecessor while reducing weight. Engine modifications coupled with chassis refinements such as a new stainless exhaust, updated suspension, and a new Bosch ABS braking system all combined for more power and better handling assisted by a near 50/50 weight distribution. The F512 M could achieve 0–60 in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 196 mph, very impressive figures even today.

The F512 M also stands apart visually from its predecessors and is best recognized by its exposed headlights, redesigned oval grille, and more unified five-slat rear section. Much like the Testarossa it is based on, the F512 M retained the classic slatted side intakes, while also featuring new and improved, skewed five-spoke wheels, a fitting cue for Modificata. Finally, the air conditioning system was refined and interior trim updated throughout to put the finishing touches on a complete redesign. Ferrari produced a total of 501 F512 M examples from 1994 to 1996; of those, only 75 were imported to the U.S. market and all were sold as 1995 models.

This 1995 Ferrari F512 M was originally sold through Shelton Ferrari of Fort Lauderdale to a customer from Nevada in 1996. The F512 M returned to Shelton Ferrari in 1998 and was immediately purchased by the current and only second owner who resides in Texas. Presented in the iconic Ferrari livery of Rosso Corsa over Beige and having covered less than 25,000 miles, the car remains in stunning original condition. The consignor has kept the car in a climate-controlled garage in Texas for the past 20 years. It remains a well-maintained example with “engine out” belt changes every five years since 1998, the latest of which was completed in November 2018, at which time a new battery and set of tires were also installed. The Ferrari is accompanied by its original owner’s manual and warranty book, leather cased tool set, two sets of keys, alarm system, car cover, battery tender, three-ring binder with all maintenance records for the past 20 years, and original 1995 Ferrari sales brochure.

With more and more technology being added to today’s supercars, analog examples have become increasingly desirable among collectors, and this 1995 Ferrari F512 M is no exception. The current long-term owner commented, “I have driven this car for 20 years and will miss the excitement that comes from the sound of the 12-cylinder engine working together with the gated shifter.” Presented in the traditional Ferrari colors and being the 12th of only 75 imported to the U.S., this well-maintained, two-owner example offers an opportunity that cannot be missed for the next owner to enjoy the last and best mid-engine 12-cylinder Ferrari produced.