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Old 08-18-2018, 03:59 PM
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if you can do it, I highly recommend it. It’s an experience on a different level.
Apologies for being off topic....but related to this comment. Are F cars really that finicky?
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Originally Posted by mike.baa
Apologies for being off topic....but related to this comment. Are F cars really that finicky?
I think the new ones are pretty reliable and if you get a brand new one, its like 7 yrs of free service....pretty compelling

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Old 08-18-2018, 04:25 PM
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From the 430 on, things are good with Ferrari......
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Old 08-18-2018, 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted by abiazis
From the 430 on, things are good with Ferrari......
That opinion is based on what?
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Old 08-18-2018, 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by 96redLT4
This is the one I am watching. What do you think as a first F car if a 'deal' is to be had?

https://www.goodingco.com/vehicle/20...-458-speciale/

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the soeciale is awesome! The 488 is faster but speciale is limited edition, NA, amazing to drive. Very visceral. Doubt you will get a deal but doesn’t hurt to be on the lookout.

whereas I’ll lose my butt when it comes time to sell the 488, your money with the soeciale will be safe.

If if you can do it- go for it.

i don’t know your budget obviously but if the Speciale is a stretch, a regular 458 is amazing too. Can get on less than 200k.

488s you are in the 270ish Range.

no bad choices. Just depends on budget and desire.
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Old 08-18-2018, 06:54 PM
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For those that own a 488 - is the front lift necessary? The car seems higher in front than new GT3.
as long as you have no intentions to lower the ride height, you will be fine without the lift.
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Old 08-18-2018, 07:36 PM
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Originally Posted by mcsmcs1
That opinion is based on what?
I've had a 430, 458, 488 coupe and spider, and an f12, all had zero issues. Besides basic maintenance, nothing went wrong with them. You can search over on ferrarichat, ferrari's of late have been fine and with the 7 years of maintenance included, its a plus. Also ferrari started last year( i think it was last year) the ability to buy extended warranties through ferrari's for cars up to 15 years old.

Also, the lift isn't necessary, I barely ever used mine, but I'd probably just get it if it were me.
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Originally Posted by Yippiekiaye


5170. Lovely piece.
It’s a 5370 (split second chronograph with enamel dial). One of my favourites.
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Old 08-18-2018, 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by 96redLT4
Reading this thread and others like it in the past make me think as a car enthusiast, that if I never own a Ferrari I will be missing out on something.

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Old 08-18-2018, 07:57 PM
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Originally Posted by carz80am
I've had a 430, 458, 488 coupe and spider, and an f12, all had zero issues. Besides basic maintenance, nothing went wrong with them. You can search over on ferrarichat, ferrari's of late have been fine and with the 7 years of maintenance included, its a plus. Also ferrari started last year( i think it was last year) the ability to buy extended warranties through ferrari's for cars up to 15 years old.

Also, the lift isn't necessary, I barely ever used mine, but I'd probably just get it if it were me.
Zero issues? That's better than my Porsches. What about the F430 exhaust manifold and headers cracking over and over due to a poor design in the heat venting? How long on average did you own any given Ferrari?
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Originally Posted by Yippiekiaye


the soeciale is awesome! The 488 is faster but speciale is limited edition, NA, amazing to drive. Very visceral. Doubt you will get a deal but doesn’t hurt to be on the lookout.

whereas I’ll lose my butt when it comes time to sell the 488, your money with the soeciale will be safe.

If if you can do it- go for it.

i don’t know your budget obviously but if the Speciale is a stretch, a regular 458 is amazing too. Can get on less than 200k.

488s you are in the 270ish Range.

no bad choices. Just depends on budget and desire.
Thanks for the opinion. I realize I may be paying over for the ' bubble wrap' cndn of this car. May opt for one that has een well driven as I intend to drive mine!

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Originally Posted by mcsmcs1
Zero issues? That's better than my Porsches. What about the F430 exhaust manifold and headers cracking over and over due to a poor design in the heat venting? How long on average did you own any given Ferrari?
I keep my cars about a year, but I do drive them weekly and put on miles. I bought the f430 used and the manifolds had already been done by previous owner.
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Old 08-18-2018, 09:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Yippiekiaye


if you can do it, I highly recommend it. It’s an experience on a different level.
Originally Posted by Yippiekiaye


the soeciale is awesome! The 488 is faster but speciale is limited edition, NA, amazing to drive. Very visceral. Doubt you will get a deal but doesn’t hurt to be on the lookout.

whereas I’ll lose my butt when it comes time to sell the 488, your money with the soeciale will be safe.

If if you can do it- go for it.

i don’t know your budget obviously but if the Speciale is a stretch, a regular 458 is amazing too. Can get on less than 200k.

488s you are in the 270ish Range.

no bad choices. Just depends on budget and desire.
i would take a Speciale over a 488 anyday of the week. Flappy paddle turbos are everywhere now.

Aside from the best soundtrack out there, the Speciale even looks better than the 488 to my eyes.
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Old 08-18-2018, 09:56 PM
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Originally Posted by carz80am
I keep my cars about a year, but I do drive them weekly and put on miles. I bought the f430 used and the manifolds had already been done by previous owner.
With a $200k budget, what Ferrari would you recommend? 458 or a 430 Scuderia or something else?
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458 over a 430 all day long...
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