Hello:

About 12 years ago I traded in my Porsche for my first Ferrari (308QV). During those 12 years I went through the 3x8 series, Testarossa, F355, and Maranello. Every time I got one of those $5K to $14K (major with valve guides)bills I went to check out the latest and greatest Porsche. The GT3 RS was the one that brought me back to Porsche.

I know the newer Ferrari(s) are more reliable and less costly to repair - I will always have one in the garage but the bottom line it is not a matter of if but when something will go wrong (I've seen my share of early 360(s) coming in for more than just maintenance issues at the shop).

 

RMS issues, everyone has issues.

 

If you are going to track (at least 15 days a year), get a RS.
If you want a car that is an art get a 430.

 

Money no object, get both, otherwise the RS hands down.

 

I just drove a scud...not that its that relevant to the convo as it makes a normal 430 seem cheep...but it was pretty special and made me smile more than I ever have in a street car. That said, I should be spending some time in a couple 430 challenge cars, so I ll be happy to come back and give a more complete review...


That said...I think the rs has driver involvement that the 430 doesnt quite manage. As amazing as the f1 gearbox the ferrari has is, there really is something special about rowing your own...back to basics. The RS/gt3 has that feel and the rewards gained from driving seem to reflect that.

 

I had a 430 and a 997 GT3 at the same time. The 430 sat unless I was going for a cruise down PCH. I love the GT3 and drove it most of the time. It was a better track car as well. I sold the 430 and got a 997TT and I don't miss the 430 at all. I never had any problems, it's just better to look at than drive.

 

It seems that a fair number of Ferrari owners never get around to enjoy the cars because they're uncomfortable taking them on regular drives. That's a damn shame. Just because it's pretty doesn't mean you can't drive the pants of it.

I drive the F430 just as much as I did the GT3. To get lunch, to the trainer, even to the supermarket. It's still in one piece and goes when I press the gas!!

 

Had a 430 and a TT at the same time. Sold the 430 (Spyder) since I liked the TT better for just about anything.

Traded the TT for an RS.

Nuff said.

 

I'd like to change my answer.

whatever lands me this babe-

 

Wow. That's a real babe.
All my ex's live in Texas.

 

actually Irina Shaykhlislamova is Russian. I wonder if they've got any track days over there...

 

I agree...as much as I love the RS and hope to own one, the Scuderia - packed with direct-from-F1 technology and Italian passion - would get the nod. It will be insane on track. I'd have to paint it black to avoid attention however.

 

What famous noteriety has Irina earned? I don't believe I have heard of her. Does she have an older sister?

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she's a sports illustrated swimsuit model (07 and 08). still on the way up- I think she could be bigger than adriana lima.

dibs. maybe a few more saves and/or a seat in an endurance race and I can get her to come watch sometime.

 

The hell with the GT3 RS. If cost is no option, get a 430 Scuderia!