Photography by: Zach Brehl (@zachbrehl)
1994 Ferrari F512M – One of 501
Location: Montreal, Canada
Country of original delivery: Japan
Chassis/VIN: 101716
Mileage: 32,200 km (+/- 20,008 miles)
Colour: Giallo Modena – One of 45 in Giallo Modena (Fer 102).
Price: $499,000.00 USD
THE CAR
As part of its Private Sales initiative, Petrolicious is proud to offer a unique collector-grade Ferrari. The F512M, or F512 “Modificata”, represents the ultimate evolution of the Testarossa line-up. Launched in 1994, it marked the end of Ferrari’s flat-twelve era, succeeding the Testarossa and 512 TR. The car featured a 4.9L, 434-horsepower flat-twelve engine (the last of its kind), clear-lensed headlights, and circular rear lights.
If the Ferrari 512TR was light-years ahead of its Testarossa predecessor in terms of performance and driving dynamics, the F512M was, conversely, much more of a stylistic evolution of the 512TR. Yet, functional elements such as the NACA intakes incorporated into the hood, optional racing “bucket” seats, new engine pistons, titanium connecting rods and a significantly lighter crankshaft all played a role in making the car slightly livelier. What truly makes the Ferrari F512M desirable, however, is that nearly ten thousand of the famous side-strake supercars were built between 1984 and 1996, yet only 501 of these were F512Ms.
CONDITION | EXTERIOR
Body – All panels are original and matching on this Ferrari. The vehicle has never been involved in any road incident, and no corrosion is noted on or under the car. The front bumper, side skirts, and air intakes are free of rock chips or scratches; no Paint Protection Film is applied to the car.
Underbody – Pictures of the undercarriage are available on demand, showing no signs of corrosion.
Paint – This Ferrari F512M rolled off the production line in stunning Giallo Modena paint, believed to be one of less than 45 cars in this shade. Paint thickness measurements are available on demand, but potential buyers should be aware that the driver’s door and rear fender have been repainted (to an almost indistinguishable quality).
Wheels – The wheels are original units and have been refinished and show little to no signs of usage. Mounted tires will be replaced by a fresh set prior to delivery.
CONDITION | INTERIOR
Dashboard & Instrumentation – The dashboard and instruments are original to the car. The speedometer and odometer are both shown in metric units (kilometers), as this example was originally delivered in Japan through the official distributor, Cornes.
Seats, Trim, & Carpet – The materials inside #101716 are fully original. Carpets, seats, headliners, and leather: everything in the car’s cockpit is original and has been treated with the utmost care throughout its life.
Door sills – Both door sills are in impeccable condition, showing little to no scuff marks or scratches.
Keys, Instruction Manuals, tools – Two original keys are included with the car. Instruction manuals are also accompanied, but original Ferrari tools are absent from the lot.
CONDITION | MECHANICAL
Servicing history – F512M #101716 spent most of its life in Japan (1994-2015) before being imported by its second owner to Belgium. In 2016, the third owner exported the car to Czechia, where it stayed until February 2024, before finding its new home in Canada with its current, fourth owner. Light can be shed on the first two decades of ownership through a handful of Japanese servicing bills. Under European ownership, no servicing bills are available, except for the major engine-out service performed in February 2024.
Original & Matching Motor?: Yes.
Engine Number: 39035
Original & Matching Transmission?: Yes.
Gearbox Number: 161925
Original Exhaust System?: No.
Classiche Certification – No. If the right exhaust were retrofitted to the car, it would flawlessly pass a Classiche Certification inspection.
OUR THOUGHTS
Our F512M #101716 is an overall solid, honest and fairly priced example of the last model to leave the Maranello factory with a flat-twelve engine. The car has been recently and extensively serviced, showcases a striking Giallo Modena original colour, and above all, is ready to be driven by its next custodian, as adding some thousands of miles to its odometer would have very little impact on its future value. Make sure to read our featured article below to learn more about this car’s story and the role we played in its curation.
