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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

The Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa reborn through electrified Pacco Gara three-quartered scale replica

LEGEND Replicas As the famous brand, of course Ferrari has long experience in producing the best sports cars, even many of them are legendary cars that have fantastic price tags. But, the problem was not all of its loyal fans can afford it. This then gave high demand amongst them to be able to have such legendary car even though it is in replica form. Well, for the reason, the Maranello-based automaker then invited a third party to make the replica.
The Ferrari Testa Rossa J is a three-quartered scale replica of the legendary prancing horse racing car of 1950s, the Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa. (Picture from: id.Motor1)
And for example is the Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa, as we all know this is the racing car that successfully made the Prancing Horse logoed automaker to step the pinnacle of glory on the Le Mans racing circuit three times back in the 1950s. So that is why the current price of these classic racing cars is very expensive, even recorded as one of the most expensive cars in the world
The Ferrari Testa Rossa J replica (on foreground) posed along with the legendary Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa of the 1950s (on background). (Picture from: id.Motor1)
So not many can afford it, apart from being expensive, the number of units is also very limited, though still the interest of prancing horse fans for this classic car is very high. And to meet the high interest of classic car enthusiasts on this legendary prancing horse racing car, as well as to celebrate the marque's racing history, so the Maranello-based automaker partnered with The Little Car Company to launch a special edition of Ferrari Testa Rossa replica back in the 2021.
The Ferrari Testa Rossa J replica (on the left) posed along with the legendary Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa of the 1950s (on the right). (Picture from: Ferrari Testa Rossa J)
Although this is only a three-quartered scale replica of the legendary prancing horse racing car of 1950s called the Ferrari Testa Rossa J, the creation of this fully electric motors driven replica done seriously to bring it to the brand's highest standards. And for that reason this special edition of Ferrari Testa Rossa J 'Pacco Gara' (Italian mean 'Racing Packages') then features a series of upgrades to bring out the Testa Rossa's true racing DNA.
The Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa racing car was successfully made the Prancing Horse logoed automaker to step the pinnacle of glory on the Le Mans racing circuit three times back in the 1950s. (Picture from: Ferrari Testa Rossa J)
This can be seen with the addition of a racing roll cage to provide extra safety protection for drivers who want to enjoy their Testa Rossa J on the racing circuit. However, a bolt-on modification offer (so that the roll cage can be removed) is also provided, made the car owners have the freedom to change the appearance of their Testa Rossa J
The Testa Rossa J Pacco Gara offers Sabelt seatbelts is bolted to the chassis and rollhoop for a true racing feel as it was originally meant to be driven on the speed. (Picture from: PojokOto)
While they step inside the cockpit, Ferrari fans and collectors will be amazed the finer details of the replica. In which, the Pacco Gara offers Sabelt seatbelts is bolted to the chassis and rollhoop for a true racing feel as the Testa Rossa J was originally meant to be driven on the speed. Ensuring accuracy with the original ones, the tonneau cover on the passenger side has also been matched, with the same Ferrari leather as the car's interior, which is offered in red or black colors.
Beneath the glorious aesthetic enhancements have a variety of performance enhancements that offer more power and give Testa Rossa J drivers an enriched racing experience. (Picture from: Ferrari Testa Rossa J)
Furthermore, in keeping with the original 250 Testa Rossa feels, an additional mirror has been installed on the driver's side, along with period-appropriate spotlights. To bring drivers closer to the real feel, the addition of adjustable dampers and brake bias allows them to fine-tune their Testa Rossa J balance, so as to provide a more flexible and personalized driving experience, besides that the customizable features of the Ferrari Testa Rossa J will increase its immersive refreshing nature.
Ensuring accuracy with the original ones, the tonneau cover on the passenger side has also been matched, with the same Ferrari leather as the car's interior, which is offered in red or black colors. (Picture from: PojokOto)
Beneath the glorious aesthetic enhancements have a variety of performance enhancements that offer more power and give Testa Rossa J drivers an enriched racing experience. These discrete changes include drilled brake discs, and a quicker steering rack ratio, all making for a more responsive and track-focused car.
The three-quartered  scale replica of 250 Testa Rossa is driven by a fully electric motors capable burst power of 19 bhp. (Picture from: Ferrari Testa Rossa J)
The biggest performance improvement of the Ferrari Testa Rossa J edition is the increase in power to 14kw. This was a purely a software upgrade, this will take the three-quartered  scale replica of 250 Testa Rossa from 16bhp to 19bhp. In the context of the original 250 Testa Rossa as a racing icon, such this increased power brings the Testa Rossa J even closer to unparalleled performance.
The unique and thrilling three quartered scale replica of the Testa Rossa J made for just 299 of these with prices starting at €93,000 each, that's roughly the equivalent of US $110,000. (Picture from: Ferrari Testa Rossa J)
Ben Hedley, CEO of The Little Car Company, said "the Ferrari Testa Rossa J is a modern reimagining of not only one of the most iconic racers in the automotive world, but also one of the most important cars of the 20th century. When we unveiled the new special Testa Rossa J edition, a fine example of our close collaboration with the Ferrari team, we have given racing a boost, with exciting advances both on the car's aesthetics, and as a whole of the show.
As per Ferrari’s tradition, the Ferrari Testa Rossa J will have a wide range of customisation options available, exclusively designed by the Centro Stile. (Picture from: Ferrari Testa Rossa J
Our team has worked closely to ensure that every new feature of Pacco Gara enhances the driving experience of the Testa Rossa J. Every element of Pacco Gara has been developed, and signed off by the Maranello's team and is focused on paying homage to one of the great racers in history, while also offering the driver a substantial, real sense of what it's like to be behind its wheel," as he closed.

As quoted from id.Motor1, the unique and thrilling three quartered scale replica of the Testa Rossa J debut held at the International Concours of Elegance St Moritz 20223 which took place in February 2022 then. At the time besides, it sat on display, the prospected customer also could be performed test drive on the Testa Rossa J in amazing snow of St. Moritz.
Related to its price, the prancing horse logoed automaker is offering replicas of the Testa Rossa J made for just 299 of these with prices starting at €93,000 each, that's roughly the equivalent of US $110,000 (Rp. 1.5 billion). Similar to the Bugatti Baby II, it can be sure that is not an ordinary children's toy car. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FERRARI TESTA ROSSA J | ID.MOTOR 1 |]
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