pre-owned warranty

They told me the same thing on my 612. That the warranty was not available for my car, though the website said yes. A bit of bad code or false advertising.

 

I would contact Ferrari Corporate and see what they say.

 

Why wouldn't they warranty it?
It's theoretically eligible.

From Ferrari Approved Car Locator

"A Ferrari Approved Certified Pre- Owned vehicle has the reassuring benefit of a 12-month Ferrari coverage. This covers the cost of most parts and labor for major repairs in the unlikely event that a mechanical or electrical failure occurs.

Other than for routine service items such as tires, brake pads and discs, or parts that require replacement due to normal wear or tear, a Ferrari Approved Certified Pre-Owned vehicle has an unlimited mileage, minimum one year coverage. This covers the breakdown and repair costs (excluding wear and tear) for both parts and labor.

The Ferrari Approved Certified Pre-Owned Program encompasses an array of wide ranging checks and factory-supported coverage for cars up to ten years old from date of first registration, to help ensure peace of mind to those who have the opportunity of experiencing the Ferrari legend. "

 

its extra money dealers pay to ferrari, basically for a one year power-train warranty. if you shelve the extra cost (anywhere betwn 5-7k) the ferrari certified eligible car would become certified. You are right, a sales gimmick. The more expensive cars in 250k plus categories have this added on at no extra cost usually.

 

Well it's pretty easy, if they do not give u the warranty, do not purchase the car...

unless the price is too good to be true. Which never is, since u found it in the website.

 

ask them why they dont want to do it, seems weird. anyhow the warranty is offered by ferrari only for making money for themselves. If you think car is good and ppi turns out fine, i would get it. Very very unlikely the powertrain would have a major issue..i had turned it down too in the end.

 

There may be something in the car's history that disqualifies it. Here are the requirements for a warranty, which are pretty strict. Not sure how many Ferraris have a fully filled out warranty book, which would indicate all service done at a dealership, most likely. Aftermarket exhaust would rule one out, too.

Warranty Extension Certification List
The undersigned Head Technician of the dealership declares to have carried out the required inspections of
the vehicle, and that the state of the components listed allows the vehicle to be covered by the used vehicle
Warranty Extension program.
Technical checklist
Inspection list
The following operations must be certified on the basis of your inspection:
1. Fulfilment of regular ordinary maintenance check-ups as outlined in the vehicle instruction manual.
2. Absence of any fluid leaks (oil, water, gasoline, etc.).
3. No errors or malfunctions in the electric/electronic devices for system management (power unit,
suspensions, brakes, etc.) or in the safety devices (airbag, alarm system, etc.).
4. Vehicle conformity: wheel rims, tires, suspensions, bodywork, exhaust, aerodynamic profiles, etc.,
as standard components.
5. Presence of spare key, remote controls, tool kit, Owner’s manual and fully completed Warranty and
Service Booklet.
The Warranty Extension program covers the same components as the New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Full Name of the Technician:
………………………………………………………………………………..…
Date:
____/____/______
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As stated by others above, you really should contact Ferrari Corporate to clarify or, if necessary, dispute this issue. I'm on the fence at the moment trying to figure out whether to purchase a one year warranty extension, the cost of which is $8,700 (I'm told I would obtain preferred pricing implying a small discount) for 12-cylinder Ferraris. That is a considerable amount of money that I'd assume would have been embedded in the quoted price of your 599 and is a benefit you are not receiving. If Terry is right, and there might be an issue that disqualifies the car from coverage, you'd certainly entitled to know that too.

 

It was announced back in April - I guess its the usual story of salesmen not reading their corporate emails.....(or Fchat for that matter !)