in the hunt for a 599

The clutch in the 599 lasts pretty much forever if you take care of it, seems to me anyway. I have 18k miles and about 65% remaining. I could own this car another 10 years and 50k miles and still not be near a new clutch. Though the throwout bearing is another story, I assume. But don't know for sure.

Tie rods are about $1100 a piece plus installation, I believe.

I hadn't heard the instrument panel issue in 599. 612, yes. But someone else has to answer that one.

Dash shrinkage, check. I got it a little. About $4k to fix properly and permanently. Not even on my radar for the time being.

Comparatively few items in the 599 to go sticky.

Dunno about the MAF.

Ball joints can also be an issue, as can shocks.

I see zero reason to get HGTE. I am in the minority. Suits me just fine.

I have a burgundy 599. She's gorgeous. I "might" sell her soon. Maybe. Thread in the for sale section. But you wouldn't want her. She's a 2007 with challenge wheels and CCB's, but an '07 nonetheless. She does have the rare spare tire option though

 

On my 07 612, I had to replace 6 of 10 ball joints.

Also, the TMPS had to be replaced - their (permanent) batteries go in about 7 years and its about $180 per tire just for the parts.

 

You have the prettiest 599 I have ever seen. I hope you hold on to it!

 

Thanks! I got a real kick in the nuts in business about a month ago, had me scared ****less for about 48 hours last month. Since then been pounding the pavement and finding that all my large customers NEED me all over creation and I just really needed to get back to grass roots. So I think while the train is still wrecking, while it will take time to get actually come aboard new contracts, the major scare may be over. I've learned some valuable lessons about priming big government contracts though, lemme tell you. But yeah, there's a good chance I may keep her. Just got her back from her annual two days ago.

 

TPMS sensors are cheap. A few months ago Terry posted about Amazon carrying replacements at a great price. It's a nice feature to have, especially since you can keep an eye on tire temperatures as well.

I believe suspension wear is directly related to how often the car was driven and the manner as well. A frequently and gently driven car will not have typical suspension wear, so mileage is not everything. I had my car checked out last week and was expecting wear items to surface, absolutely nothing was outside brand new spec.

I was told most owners replace the clutch at around 85% wear. It can be driven beyond that but may start to slip under hard acceleration.

Mass air sensor (again, I was told) usually fails when the engine oil is overfilled as it breathes back into the intake.

My only advice is to PPI the car and test every button, feature and accessory to make sure they're working. I discovered a few months ago that my 6 disc cd changer doesn't power up but haven't had time to mess with it.

 

I used the aftermarket ones on my 612, perfectly fine. Wouldn't surprise me if it's the same part.

 

Hi Roupin, I have the same issue with my CD charger. If you ever find out what the issue is let me know!

 

I have about 20k miles on my car and so far no problems with instrument panel nor dash. To be fair my car doesn't spend too much time baking in the sun. Its usually in covered parking. I think I just found my first sticky issue- the seat controls are beginning to feel just a little sticky- but nothing like whats happened on my 550.

I agree with your 08/09 logic but you can fit some of the HGTE upgrades to the 07s and I think somewhere in the 07s you can fit all of the HGTE upgrades. Terry knows the exact serial number where the cut off lies. My car is an 07 and I fit the suspension upgrades. Im not eligible for the transmission upgrade though. I really love this car. I would just suggest you also budget for a set of Michelin Pilot Super Sports- they really improve this car. You'll have to use the 315 rear tires - stock is 305- they will fit no problems.

 

Steve- No, do not get a PPI from the selling dealer. That is like having a fox count your chickens or a shark count your fingers.

The change to Motronic 7.3.2 in the US was at Serial Number 156938.

 

Unfortunately you have to assume of any car dealer, Ferrari or otherwise: they will do the bare minimum (and sometimes less) than what the law requires. So it really is caveat emptor. Its worth your while to locate a good independent mechanic who can do a PPI on your target vehicle. It's the cheapest insurance you'll ever buy.

 

Well stated.

You never want a potential conflict of interest. If the dealer believes in the car, they should not be adverse to having a qualified 3rd-party inspection.

 

Used car dealer is a used car dealer. I think highly of my local fwash buddies but at the end of the day they move metal same as all the rest. Start with a dealer that appears to value their reputation, and yeah, PPI elsewhere.

 

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You can fit the HGTE on some 07. I did no mine after I bought it. I also had an additional 1 year warranty which paid for itself after the first month, when the car developed and oil leak. Great car. The best Ferrari I have owned so far.