Ferrari 849 Testarossa review

Name: Ferrari 849 Testarossa review
Item: Ferrari 849 Testarossa
Author: Car4Less

★★★★★

From R 10 497 500 at the Car4Less price

Overview

The Ferrari 849 Testarossa is a 2-door coupé / cabriolet from Ferrari with seating for 2, available with petrol power and 2 variants to choose from. Every 849 Testarossa is brand new, delivered through the national Ferrari franchise dealer network with its full manufacturer warranty and a 7 year service plan. Through Car4Less you get it below the manufacturer's retail price — and the Payment Saver Plan can bring your effective monthly instalment down even further.

In this review we look at what the Ferrari 849 Testarossa offers South African buyers — its range and pricing, how it drives, what it's like to live with, and who it suits best. As a 2-door coupé / cabriolet, it's a well-rounded choice in its class.

Range and pricing

The Ferrari 849 Testarossa range spans 2 variants, giving you room to match the car to your budget and needs. At the Car4Less price it opens with the 849 Testarossa Coupé from R 10 497 500 and stretches to the 849 Testarossa Spider at R 11 517 500 — every one below the manufacturer's retail price.

That spread means there's usually a sweet spot in the range — a variant that balances price against the features that matter to you. The full variant-by-variant pricing is laid out on the model page, so you can see exactly what each step up buys you.

Performance and driving

Power is rated at 772kW, available with Petrol power. The benchmark 0–100km/h sprint is quoted at around 2.3 seconds. For a 2-door coupé / cabriolet, the 849 Testarossa is tuned for easy, efficient everyday driving, with enough performance to make it feel willing without drinking fuel.

Most buyers in this class care less about raw numbers than about how a car feels in daily use — and on that score the Ferrari delivers the kind of unstressed, predictable driving experience that makes it easy to live with day after day.

Fuel economy and running costs

Claimed consumption ranges from 11.2 to 11.4 L/100km depending on variant and drivetrain. Those are respectable figures for the class, though as always your real-world number depends on how and where you drive.

Fuel is only part of the running-cost picture. Factor in insurance, tyres and servicing too — and remember that buying the 849 Testarossa below retail through Car4Less reduces the amount you finance, trimming your interest over the whole term as well.

Interior, safety and practicality

It seats 2 and the fuel tank holds 68 litres. On the safety front, expect 6 airbags, alongside the active safety systems expected in this class.

Whatever the configuration, every Ferrari 849 Testarossa on Car4Less is a brand-new car with its full factory specification — not a stripped-out special. The model page lists the detailed specs so you can confirm exactly what each variant includes before you enquire.

Ownership and aftercare

Every Ferrari 849 Testarossa sold through Car4Less is brand new and delivered by the national Ferrari franchise dealer network with the manufacturer's full warranty, a 7 year service plan. Servicing and warranty work can be carried out at any Ferrari dealer in the country, so wherever you are, support is close by.

That national footprint is a real part of the ownership case. It means predictable servicing, easy access to parts, and the reassurance that your car can be looked after anywhere — all of which also helps protect its resale value down the line.

The Car4Less verdict

The Ferrari 849 Testarossa earns its place in our showroom on Ferrari's reputation and the value it offers in its class. It does the important things well, it's backed by a strong dealer network, and it's a car you can buy with confidence.

What seals it is the price. Because Car4Less lists the 849 Testarossa below the manufacturer's retail price — with the option of up to R3 000 a month back through the Payment Saver Plan for qualifying buyers — it's simply a smarter buy here than anywhere else. Browse the full variant line-up, compare it against its rivals, and enquire on WhatsApp when you're ready to drive one for less.

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Ferrari 849 Testarossa review — questions

Is the Ferrari 849 Testarossa a good car?+

The Ferrari 849 Testarossa is a strong choice in its class, backed by Ferrari's reputation and a national dealer and parts network. It covers the fundamentals — practicality, running costs and aftercare — well, and through Car4Less it's priced below the manufacturer's retail, which makes it an even smarter buy.

What does a Ferrari 849 Testarossa cost through Car4Less?+

From R 10 497 500 at the Car4Less price — below the manufacturer's retail price of R 12 350 000. A consultant confirms the exact current price before you order.

Does the Ferrari 849 Testarossa come with a warranty?+

Yes — every Ferrari 849 Testarossa is brand new and delivered through the Ferrari franchise dealer network with the manufacturer's full warranty and plan, exactly as you'd get buying from the dealer directly. You simply pay less for the car.

Where can I buy a Ferrari 849 Testarossa for less?+

Right here. Car4Less lists every Ferrari 849 Testarossa variant below retail, delivered brand new through the Ferrari dealer network. Enquire on the model page to get a current price and start the process.