| Author | Message | ||
| Paul Sloan (Sloan83qv)
Member Username: Sloan83qv Post Number: 555 Registered: 3-2001 |
I bought a Ferrari from Martin Sight Unseen, he told me it was one of a kind!  | ||
| Martin - Cavallino Motors (Miami348ts)
Advanced Member Username: Miami348ts Post Number: 4450 Registered: 5-2001 |
Hans, I am thinking about hanging the 208 body on the wall. You know painting it, tinting the glass and put all the lights and emblems back on and hang it in the warehouse. The ulitmate garage! | ||
| Martin - Cavallino Motors (Miami348ts)
Advanced Member Username: Miami348ts Post Number: 4449 Registered: 5-2001 |
Nope Hans, not quite.... Jeffrey was inquiring about the 208 engine/tranny I have for that 208GT4 body. In the meantime he found the gear ratios do not match up so he can not use that tranny for his car. Great so see so many people responding. This is prove alone that it takes years to build up a decent reputation but with a bad deal you can lose it in a flash. Thanks guys I am honored. BTW Jim, the car was not really good. I am thinking about that car every once in a while and it was not good. Too questionable with all the spray in the front. Good you were hesitant. Then also that was a dealer I would not necessarily make business with unless the car checks 200%. ;) | ||
| Hans E. Hansen (4re_gt4)
Intermediate Member Username: 4re_gt4 Post Number: 1192 Registered: 4-2002 |
Martin is driving a 208GT4 w/o a motor, as someone named Jeffrey took it from him. | ||
| Jim Schad (Jim_schad)
Intermediate Member Username: Jim_schad Post Number: 1114 Registered: 7-2002 |
think mario martin is driving a 355 spider. he is cool. checked on a 328 for me at another dealer and relayed back his thoughts. good car, but wrong color and i am a chicken to buy. | ||
| Robert McNair (Rrm)
Member Username: Rrm Post Number: 280 Registered: 5-2002 |
I have talked with Martin a couple of times and found him helpful and straightforward also. I would definately consider doing business with him. | ||
| Jim E (Jimpo1)
Intermediate Member Username: Jimpo1 Post Number: 1707 Registered: 7-2001 |
What the heck is Martin driving these days anyway? | ||
| Frank K Lipinski (Kaz)
Junior Member Username: Kaz Post Number: 221 Registered: 11-2002 |
Met Martin here on chat and have meet with him on several occasions (we live in same area) at local club events / car shows / etc. Stand up guy. No Bull. Knows the Cars. Honest and respected. Jeff - There are some less than honest dealers in Florida, but your OK with Martin. | ||
| Mario B (Lawwdog)
New member Username: Lawwdog Post Number: 20 Registered: 12-2002 |
Jeff, I am currently dealing with Martin and was referred to him via this board. 2 things struck me when speaking with him that you will probably hear consistently. 1. When talking about a consignment Ferrari or his own Ferrari he is giving fact rather than opinion. In the car business, this is a sign of trust. 2. He cares about both the buyer and the seller. He's not one sided. I'm waiting for more information on a Ferrari that he has and I know that the info is sound. You know that at this level of the car business, integrity is everything. Martin knows and understands that if he blows it, he will lose all the respect that he worked hard getting. Don't take my/our word for it, call him and use your own crap detector. Mario | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4576 Registered: 12-2000 |
Martin, how in the heck are you going to renew as a sponsor if you start turning business away! Sell Sell Sell!  | ||
| Martin - Cavallino Motors (Miami348ts)
Advanced Member Username: Miami348ts Post Number: 4441 Registered: 5-2001 |
"I will throw in the undercoating for $299, no $400" - The Simpsons Bart stole Christmas Episode - | ||
| Eric Eiland (Eric308gtsiqv)
Member Username: Eric308gtsiqv Post Number: 770 Registered: 11-2001 |
Would gladly do business with Martin in a heartbeat...like DaveL (and others) said, Martin tells it like it is...and he knows what he's talking about. He's passionate about the Ferrari marque, as evidenced here on this board and by his involvement in all the track meets / events. Honest, straightforward, and reputable dealers like Martin are more than deserving of the Ferrari community's support. How's that, Martin...do I get a discount on that TR now?  | ||
| Mark (Study)
Member Username: Study Post Number: 457 Registered: 10-2001 |
He is an all-right guy because he knows everything about the cars, has been doing it a long time, and drives his car everyday. How many dealerships actually have a sales guy that drives a ferrari every day? Or really knows what he is talking about? Martin loves Ferrari ( I think he should see a Doctor) his passion for the cars is refreshing, and he'll tell you straight about the condition of the car. | ||
| Dave L (Davel)
Member Username: Davel Post Number: 255 Registered: 7-2001 |
Martin sells cars that are fairly represented. If he describes a vehicle...good or bad, then you can count on that. His honor as a person and a dealer is unchallenged. Ive been looking now for a 328 and Martin gladly gave me his opinion on the phone 3 days ago without hesitation. He answered my questions and was happy to do so. Ive never met him but consider him my friend and an honest businessman. | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3397 Registered: 9-2001 |
many have met him and many have bought from him, and oh BTW he sponsors this board - is that better ? | ||
| Christopher Byrne (Scuderia512)
New member Username: Scuderia512 Post Number: 17 Registered: 2-2003 |
So he is an allright guy simply because he is a sponsor of this board. I think the quality of the vehicles he sells should be first | ||
| Martin - Cavallino Motors (Miami348ts)
Advanced Member Username: Miami348ts Post Number: 4431 Registered: 5-2001 |
Thanks guys! I guess I would actually be considered a good Ferrari Source if I only lived any other place than close to The New Auto Toy Store, Prestige Imports or Steven Kessler. BTW Nika and Marion both know from each other, just keep them physically apart. Seen that Miller Light Commercial? "Smooth, no Tasty, No Smooth, TASTY!" Meow! | ||
| Martin - Cavallino Motors (Miami348ts)
Advanced Member Username: Miami348ts Post Number: 4430 Registered: 5-2001 |
I deal with them on a daily basis.... juk. Hell I shave the guy every 5 days..... | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 582 Registered: 10-2002 |
Jeff, I bought my 348 Challenge from Martin. Very positive experience. A gentleman and a very honest seller. Email me at [email protected] if you have any specific questions. I will be happy to discuss with you the purchase process of my vehicle. Byron | ||
| Andre Vieira (Goggles_pisano)
Junior Member Username: Goggles_pisano Post Number: 89 Registered: 5-2002 |
He's a good guy and the spiritual leader of the Martinist movement. Can't miss him, he's roughly eleven feet tall, eye patch, fiery red hair, carries a musket and a cutlass. Says "Arrrrrrr" a lot.  | ||
| Ken Ghiringhelli (Kenny94945)
New member Username: Kenny94945 Post Number: 48 Registered: 12-2002 |
Martin has offered some kind advise and stories right here on this forum..... even though, from what I understand, he is a devil worshiper and slaughters animals and virgins in unholy rituals (just a joke at Martin's expense). I would certainly offer him an opportunity to place me in an F Car. | ||
| j scott leonard (Jscott)
Member Username: Jscott Post Number: 375 Registered: 1-2002 |
Martin: What is our commission on this deal? You should use this thread in your promotion! Must be great to have such a fine reputation, congratulations, it has been earned. | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 427 Registered: 6-2002 |
Jeff, You have nothing to worry about with Martin...he's a gentleman and a very righteous person...you will find that out pretty quickly when dealing with him. Definitely call him. Regards, TTG | ||
| Jens Haller (Jh280774)
Member Username: Jh280774 Post Number: 504 Registered: 9-2001 |
James, LOL! Or whether his wife knows about Martins weakness for Nika in her racing dress Con saluti cordialissimi, Jens Haller | ||
| James Glickenhaus (Napolis)
Intermediate Member Username: Napolis Post Number: 1062 Registered: 10-2002 |
Martin's married???? I wonder if Nika knows... | ||
| j scott leonard (Jscott)
Member Username: Jscott Post Number: 374 Registered: 1-2002 |
One of the most respected guys on this site. Gives advise even when the car isn't purchased from him. If I were back east, I would always call Martin first. | ||
| Tino (Bboxer)
Member Username: Bboxer Post Number: 273 Registered: 8-2001 |
Indeed he does ! Had a chance to meet him and his lovely wife Marion here in LA. great guy to deal with. | ||
| Bart Boonacker (Sharky666)
Member Username: Sharky666 Post Number: 327 Registered: 9-2002 |
Yeh, Martin kicks @$$ He's real cool and pretty active on here aswell. | ||
| Rob Lay (Rob328gts)
Board Administrator Username: Rob328gts Post Number: 4572 Registered: 12-2000 |
Martin rocks! | ||
| "The Don" (Mlemus)
Advanced Member Username: Mlemus Post Number: 4161 Registered: 8-2002 |
Byron bought his Challange car from him. Nice Guy as well. | ||
| Noelrp (Noelrp)
Junior Member Username: Noelrp Post Number: 229 Registered: 8-2001 |
Yes, he is one of our sponsors. He's a helluva guy. | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3396 Registered: 9-2001 |
that guy is a jerk, run!!! JK, Cavallino is Martin, sponsor of this board and overall nice guy | ||
| Jeffrey Davison (Jeffdavison)
Junior Member Username: Jeffdavison Post Number: 91 Registered: 7-2002 |
????? Reputable? CAVALLINO MOTORS 1111 Kane Concourse #502 Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154 (305) 867-7676 Thanks!!! Jeff Davison |