| Author | Message | ||
| Stephane Pedaggi (Scaledetails)
New member Username: Scaledetails Post Number: 5 Registered: 8-2003 |
Great advice, thanks.....I will give them a call on the dash cover, I really appreciate it....Take care... Stephane | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2864 Registered: 9-2001 |
Stephane, you can get a dash cover for your 348 at www.italiancarparts.com . I got one for my 328, 348, TR and Boxer there. I do not think 1/2 of the 348s have been scrapped . I would bet it is less than 10%. Not driving a 348 in the sunlight is a little more anal than just treating it with "great care" IMHO. Further, since you have installed a Tubi on your car it isn't much of a "concours" car now anyway. I treated my first Dino 328 like you are treating your 348 now. Trust me, in the long run you will regret it as you won't get any more money for your car when you sell it plus you will have gotten less enjoyment out of the car by not driving it much. Drive it and enjoy. There is no replay or rewind in life you know ! | ||
| Stephane Pedaggi (Scaledetails)
New member Username: Scaledetails Post Number: 4 Registered: 8-2003 |
Frank, I agree with Terry as well, but there is a certain satisfaction you get knowing that you own a concours car, whether it be a mass produced Fiat or a Ferrari 250GTO....In my case, I wouldn't exactly consider 4230 348's that massly produced, specially since half of them have already ended up at Ted Rutland's warehouse....Because I have always had high respect for the marque, I will continue treating it with great care, and not like any other car I have owned, Ferraris are very special and unique.... On the dashcover issue, believe me, if I could find one like John's, I would pay top dollar for it, they have been out of production for years..... Take care Frank, Stephane | ||
| Mike Charness (Mcharness)
Member Username: Mcharness Post Number: 937 Registered: 8-2002 |
You could always use a dash cover (even a towel or trimmed piece of terrycloth). | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2862 Registered: 9-2001 |
Stephane, I agree with Terry. Drive the car and repair what happens as a result thereof. I have had the dash repaired on two of my Ferraris for only a few hundred dollars each. I now use a dash mat on my Boxer to protect against such sun damage. That's not much to pay to enjoy driving your car. While I don't like to drive my Boxer in the rain, if I get caught in the rain, I don't run home. Mass production Ferraris such as your 348 are depreciating assets anyway. Drive it and enjoy. If you want a collector car, buy a 250GTO or something. | ||
| Terry Springer (Tspringer)
Member Username: Tspringer Post Number: 783 Registered: 4-2002 |
Stephane, I fully understand and respect the desire to take fanatical care of your car. Im a charter member of that club! Get yourself some high quality wax, and keep lots of it on your car. That will go a long ways toward protecting the paint. Then buy a high quality carpet dash cover like the one John Delvac has. That will protect your leather dash from shrinkage. No more worries! there is nothing that can go wrong that cant be fixed, usually easier than you may suppose. Example: My Daytona windshield leaks a tiny bit of water if left out in a torrential downpour. This has happened twice in the past 4 months, resulting in very ugly water stains to the mousehair dash. Panic! I was really bummed when it first happened. Last week, after consulting some experts on ways to repair this I tackled it in a re-dye project. It took me a couple of hours, but it came out perfect. Now it looks better than when I got it. | ||
| Stephane Pedaggi (Scaledetails)
New member Username: Scaledetails Post Number: 3 Registered: 8-2003 |
Yes, I understand...I guess there are still many levels of enjoying a Ferrari .....What about the guy that parked his F40 permantently in his sealed living room to never drive it again....That my friend, has to be the worst case of "graceland" mentality!! | ||
| Jeffrey Davison (Jeffdavison)
Junior Member Username: Jeffdavison Post Number: 188 Registered: 7-2002 |
Ya, but he drives it anywhere anytime and enjoys the heck out of it!  Jeff davison | ||
| Stephane Pedaggi (Scaledetails)
New member Username: Scaledetails Post Number: 2 Registered: 8-2003 |
Frank, you called me about my Tubi on my 348 last year, remember? Stephane Pedaggi, 348 TS owner.....Sorry if I offended by leaving early, but I don't enjoy seeing my car's paint and dash bake under that hot sun, I've seen what it did to a Lotus I had years ago, and when I saw that 355 with staples in the dash, I had flashbacks....Great show, but what's wrong with a later time in the dead heat of summer?????????? | ||
| Jeffrey Davison (Jeffdavison)
Junior Member Username: Jeffdavison Post Number: 187 Registered: 7-2002 |
It's the "Graceland" mentality Terry. If you've ever been to Memphis and visited Graceland, they don't allow flash photography in the house as it might fade the upholstery and drapes! Hell, who cares about a little dash shrinkage? Jeff Davison | ||
| Terry Springer (Tspringer)
Member Username: Tspringer Post Number: 778 Registered: 4-2002 |
I dunno who it was Frank.... but he left almost as soon as he arrived. Apparently, he said he didnt want to have his car out in the sunshine as it was bad for it. I was pretty much floored. I have heard of folks not wanting to drive their cars in the rain.... but not wanting to take it out because its sunny? So lets see... dont drive in rain, dont drive in sunshine.... I guess you can only drive on clear evenings. Oh well, to each his own its a free country! | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2860 Registered: 9-2001 |
Does anyone know the fellow that came in a 348 and left after about 15 minutes or so ? I never got to speak with him. | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2859 Registered: 9-2001 |
Thanks to all that came and supported the show. I hope to see even more Ferraris there next year. By the way, I didn't vote either. | ||
| Mark Moon (Enzomoon)
Junior Member Username: Enzomoon Post Number: 243 Registered: 4-2002 |
Of the cars in those photos my vote would be for the 512TR of my friend Brian or that lovely 365GTB4. I used to own the Mondial 3.2 silver coupe that is one of those shots. It still looks well kept! | ||
| Terry Springer (Tspringer)
Member Username: Tspringer Post Number: 775 Registered: 4-2002 |
Did any of you guys vote? Neither Kirk nor I voted at all, neither did my father or the 2 other friends who dropped by. When I registered they did not give me a ballot. Next year Im gonna vote and invite every human being I know to come and vote too. I may even bribe them to vote for me! Big Trophy make Big Wampum! | ||
| Jeffrey Davison (Jeffdavison)
Junior Member Username: Jeffdavison Post Number: 186 Registered: 7-2002 |
Best exotic was the Lotus 2nd was the Daytona honorable mention 360 Best of show was the red custom Harley Jeff Davison | ||
| John Delvac (Johndelvac)
Member Username: Johndelvac Post Number: 410 Registered: 11-2001 |
So who won? | ||
| C.C.ofAtlanta (Atlantaman)
Member Username: Atlantaman Post Number: 253 Registered: 3-2002 |
Sorry I could not get my car to the show but my waterpump died on Friday. Will try again for next gathering Tommy- email me at ciclaussen@aol and I can send info on my car | ||
| JT (Mightymagician)
Junior Member Username: Mightymagician Post Number: 146 Registered: 11-2002 |
it was a good show. funniest entry was the 1978 pacer with 43,000 miles . man, that thing was clean. | ||
| Branko Medenica (Branko)
Junior Member Username: Branko Post Number: 122 Registered: 3-2003 |
Terry, great shots! Wish I could have been there. But, family obligations come first. I know a good time was had by all. | ||
| Terry Springer (Tspringer)
Member Username: Tspringer Post Number: 769 Registered: 4-2002 |
Here are some pics I shot:           | ||
| Mitchel DeFrancis (4re308)
Intermediate Member Username: 4re308 Post Number: 1041 Registered: 6-2001 |
Great show Frank! We had 10 Ferraris today! | ||
| Mitchel DeFrancis (4re308)
Intermediate Member Username: 4re308 Post Number: 1040 Registered: 6-2001 |
Tragedy! I broke my throttle cable pulling the car out last evening. I will still be there taking pictures, but my Ferrari will not be there. | ||
| JT (Mightymagician)
Junior Member Username: Mightymagician Post Number: 144 Registered: 11-2002 |
I hope to see you all there! | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2856 Registered: 9-2001 |
FYI, I plan to sport a Ferrari tattoo at the show, so come see for yourself. (temporary of course) | ||
| Dr Tommy Cosgrove (Vwalfa4re)
Intermediate Member Username: Vwalfa4re Post Number: 1266 Registered: 5-2001 |
me too | ||
| John Delvac (Johndelvac)
Member Username: Johndelvac Post Number: 408 Registered: 11-2001 |
I'll be there. Rain or shine. | ||
| Mitchel DeFrancis (4re308)
Intermediate Member Username: 4re308 Post Number: 1034 Registered: 6-2001 |
Looking forward to the show this weekend! Woohooo! Who all is coming out?? | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2813 Registered: 9-2001 |
Terry, you're registered. Just come on over. Maybe us Ferrari folks can get together after the car show for dinner and drinks. | ||
| Terry Springer (Tspringer)
Member Username: Tspringer Post Number: 714 Registered: 4-2002 |
I'll be there. The 911 wont be ready in time for the PCA track weekend.... I'll probably bring the Daytona and maybe the 308 too. Depends on if my father wants to drive the 308 down. Do I need to do anything else for registration? | ||
| Vince (Manatee)
Member Username: Manatee Post Number: 324 Registered: 6-2002 |
Thanks, Jeff - you're a true pal. I don't think Frank has an award for "Rust Bucket" ! | ||
| Jeffrey Davison (Jeffdavison)
Junior Member Username: Jeffdavison Post Number: 180 Registered: 7-2002 |
Vince, Just drop off the car the day before and pick it up the day after. I'll make sure it's registered! ;^P Jeff Davison | ||
| Vince (Manatee)
Member Username: Manatee Post Number: 323 Registered: 6-2002 |
You knew I was being sarcastic. I knew as much. wink wink You would pick a date that I can't make. I'm sure it will be btter than last year. Lots of nice dedicated folks. Get ready for next year. | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2798 Registered: 9-2001 |
That would be me Vince. | ||
| Vince (Manatee)
Member Username: Manatee Post Number: 321 Registered: 6-2002 |
Quote from Frank: "FYI, this year there will be an "Exotic Car" class for the Ferraris, Lambos, Maseratis and others so we won't be judged in the "High Performance" class with the Vipers, Porsches and Corvettes." Gee, Frank - I wonder who was responsible for arranging this | ||
| Mitchel DeFrancis (4re308)
Intermediate Member Username: 4re308 Post Number: 1021 Registered: 6-2001 |
Looking forward to this show, always a good time and great cars! | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2795 Registered: 9-2001 |
FYI, this year there will be an "Exotic Car" class for the Ferraris, Lambos, Maseratis and others so we won't be judged in the "High Performance" class with the Vipers, Porsches and Corvettes. | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2741 Registered: 9-2001 |
Please give me a call at 770.381.9223 and give me your address and I'll mail you a Car Show flyer. All cars that are pre-registered receive a free lunch. Thanks, Frank | ||
| Joe Bennett (Formula1joe)
New member Username: Formula1joe Post Number: 1 Registered: 7-2003 |
Count me in. I hope to see some of the great guys I met at the Rutlands get together a couple of weeks ago. | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2701 Registered: 9-2001 |
Come one - come all. | ||
| Jeffrey Davison (Jeffdavison)
Junior Member Username: Jeffdavison Post Number: 158 Registered: 7-2002 |
If y'all don't mind a 355 with just a bit of dash shrinkage, I'll be there. Jeff Davison | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2696 Registered: 9-2001 |
I am getting a lot of responses from other Italian car clubs. We need to get a lot of Ferraris there. I would hate to have more Panteras or Alfas there than Ferraris. | ||
| C.C.ofAtlanta (Atlantaman)
Junior Member Username: Atlantaman Post Number: 231 Registered: 3-2002 |
I will try to make it | ||
| Dr Tommy Cosgrove (Vwalfa4re)
Intermediate Member Username: Vwalfa4re Post Number: 1225 Registered: 5-2001 |
I'll be there for sure | ||
| Mitchel DeFrancis (4re308)
Member Username: 4re308 Post Number: 970 Registered: 6-2001 |
I will be there, and will post the event on my website: www.F1freaks.com | ||
| Vince (Manatee)
Member Username: Manatee Post Number: 251 Registered: 6-2002 |
Oh no! I'm sorry but my wife and I are doing a CPR class that Saturday. I'll have to pass until the 5th annual show. I still have the same ol' rust bucket I had last year  Last year's event was great, especially when some attendees were "shamed" into driving their cars in the rain | ||
| Terry Springer (Tspringer)
Member Username: Tspringer Post Number: 656 Registered: 4-2002 |
I can come, but only very late in the day. Im running a PCA DE event at Road Atlanta that weekend. It wont end until 5pm or so. | ||
| Frank Parker (Parkerfe)
Advanced Member Username: Parkerfe Post Number: 2638 Registered: 9-2001 |
We will have the 4th Annual Car Show on Saturday August 23, 2003 from 3pm until 7pm at the First Redeemer Church, 2135 Old Alpharetta Hwy., Cumming, Ga. We have had several Ferraris, Dinos and other Italian cars at the last three events and would like even more this year. Contact Frank @ 770.381.9223 or Chris @ 678.513.9400 for information. |