This Ferrari Testa Rossa shrank in the wash and emerged as an electric vehicle | Carscoops
Handcrafted, licensed, and entirely electric, this 75 percent-scale replica of the Ferrari Testa Rossa captures the essence of the 1958 Le Mans triumph.
Hedley Studios will produce only three licensed units for collectors worldwide.
The electric powertrain is equipped with four driving modes and reaches a top speed of 50 mph.
Appearances can be misleading, particularly with this Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa. At first sight, it resembles a classic racer, but it’s actually a 75 percent scale replica of the No. 22 Testa Rossa that took part in the 1958 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Crafted by Hedley Studios, only three units of this replica will be made, and notably, it's fully licensed in collaboration with Ferrari, ensuring that the owner won’t face any legal issues from Maranello's guardians.
Known as the 'Lucybelle II,’ this unique Testa Rossa J has been constructed from hand-beaten aluminum panels, featuring a white and blue color scheme with No. 22 roundels, just like the original car from 1958.
A Classic Aesthetic with an Electric Core
To ensure authenticity, Hedley utilized CAD modeling and original Ferrari color codes. After completing the paint job, the team dedicated over 100 hours to distressing the finish, skillfully applying wear that resembles the battle scars of the original during its time at Le Mans.
While the exterior and interior are exact replicas of the original but in a smaller size, the powertrain is quite different. Rather than the naturally aspirated V12 engine of the race car, this miniature 250 Testa Rossa is entirely electric, powered by three front-mounted batteries and a single electric motor.
The mini 250 offers four distinct driving modes. The first, Novice, limits power to 1 kW (1.3 hp) and the top speed to 15 mph (24 km/h). Next is Comfort mode, with 4 kW (5.3 hp) and a maximum speed of 25 mph (40 km/h), followed by Sport mode, offering 10 kW (13.4 hp) and a top speed of 50 mph (80 km/h), and finally, Race mode, with 12 kW (16 hp) and the same maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). According to Hedley Studios, the car can travel up to 56 miles (90 km) on a single charge.
In addition to its drivetrain, the car is equipped with adjustable Bilstein coilovers, 12-inch wire wheels fitted with Pirelli Cinturato tires, and operational headlights and taillights. Thus, while it is a scaled-down homage, it is certainly far from being a mere toy.
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This Ferrari Testa Rossa shrank in the wash and emerged as an electric vehicle | Carscoops
This 75 percent-scale replica of the Ferrari Testa Rossa is handcrafted, licensed, and fully electric, mirroring the glory of the 1958 Le Mans.