27012S Testarossa Supercar Building Kit | 350 Pcs | Building Blocks Set

Mould King 27012S Ferrari Testarossa — The Miami Vice Machine That Defined the 1980s

No car captures the excess, glamour, and sheer visual drama of the 1980s quite like the Ferrari Testarossa. Those iconic side strakes, that impossibly wide rear end, those pop-up headlights — this was the car that appeared on every bedroom wall, in every arcade game, and on every episode of Miami Vice. This 350-piece "S" variant brings the ultimate '80s supercar to your shelf with premium electroplated details.

The Real Machine

Introduced in October 1984, the Ferrari Testarossa succeeded the 512 BB as Maranello's flagship grand tourer — and it did so with a design so striking that it immediately became the most recognizable car on earth. Penned by Pininfarina, the Testarossa's defining feature was its side strakes — horizontal fins running along the doors and rear fenders that channeled cooling air to the side-mounted radiators. They were functional, but more importantly, they were unforgettable. The mid-mounted 4.9-liter flat-12 engine produced 385 horsepower, propelling the car to 181 mph and 0-62 in 5.8 seconds — respectable numbers that were almost beside the point, because the Testarossa sold on presence, not lap times. Production lasted from 1984 to 1991, with 7,177 units built — making it one of Ferrari's most commercially successful models. But numbers only tell part of the story. The Testarossa became the face of 1980s pop culture: it starred in Miami Vice (in white, not red), dominated Sega's Out Run arcade game, and appeared on more posters, Trapper Keepers, and bedroom walls than any other car in history. The name "Testarossa" means "red head" in Italian — a reference to the red-painted cam covers on the flat-12.

Design & Accuracy

The model captures the Testarossa's most iconic design elements — those legendary side strakes, the wide rear haunches, pop-up headlight area, and the dramatic proportions that made it the defining supercar shape of the 1980s. The "S" variant includes electroplated details that add a premium metallic finish, enhancing the model's visual impact. At 350 pieces, the Testarossa's relatively angular design language (compared to more modern cars) translates well into brick form, and the overall silhouette is immediately recognizable.

Build Experience

A satisfying 35 to 60 minute build that benefits from the Testarossa's angular, 1980s design language — the straight-line surfaces and geometric shapes fit the brick medium naturally. The electroplated elements add moments of premium quality during assembly. Brick quality is good with clean color and the included display case provides dust-free, stackable presentation.

What Builders Love

• Ultimate 1980s icon — the Testarossa IS the 1980s supercar; nothing else comes close to its cultural impact
• Those side strakes — the Testarossa's most famous feature is perfectly suited to brick construction and immediately recognizable
• Premium "S" details — electroplated elements elevate the model's finish quality
• Nostalgia factor — for anyone who grew up in the '80s, this model triggers an instant emotional response

Worth Considering

• Period-correct design — the Testarossa's 1980s proportions look different from modern supercars; it's wider and flatter than contemporary designs
• Pop-up headlights simplified — one of the Testarossa's iconic features can't fully function at this scale
• Another red Ferrari — on a shelf with multiple red Ferraris, the Testarossa's unique character may need a second look to appreciate

Specifications

The Bottom Line

The Mould King 27012S is pure bottled nostalgia — a brick tribute to the car that was plastered on more walls, featured in more games, and starred in more TV shows than any other automobile in history. The Testarossa's angular design and iconic side strakes are tailor-made for brick construction, and the electroplated "S" details add a premium touch. If your collection has modern supercars but nothing from the era of pop-up headlights and synthesizer soundtracks, the Testarossa is the missing piece.