Avoid buying a 2007 599? Please explain...

This is typical but not really accurate to make such a blanket statement. 2007 is the first model year for the 599 in the USA. The market place usually prioritizes later model year cars because they come with refinements and usually they add options as standard. The real issue with going with a 2007 is simply it can't get all the HGTE upgrades particularly the faster transmission software. On the plus side you can get into a 2007 for less money than a later model year; on the downside you will have a harder time selling it/ have to sell it for a lower price when you go to sell. Bottom line- theres nothing terrible about the 2007s. People just like quick explanations and that is the 2008s+ give you more options and that makes them a little more desirable for most people.

 

Not that I'm aware of.

 

2007 is fine but in years to come as now the later cars usually last year cars will be more sought after . the 2007 should be a little less money.

 

I completely disagreethat most on this site have nothing positive to say about '07's. I've seen a number of inquiries like this that get debunked out of the gate by those of us that have owned 599's, but I have yet to see anyone, a single owner, say avoid an '07. Ever.

This has been answered a few times in this forum, but early '07's can't be upgraded to full HGTE. Big whoop. And CCB's were an option in '07 but standard in '08. Those are your differences.

No, later years did not gain in HP.

 

As a previous owner of an 07 GTB, albeit in the UK, an 07 US model sounds like a steal. I once looked at upgrading my GTB to a HGTE but it wasn't worth it. Zero power difference, some handling benefit but small. If you can secure a better deal on an 07 I'd do it.

Below is an extract from Car Magazine's assessment:


"But can you tell the difference on the road?

It’s not easy, but only because the standard 599 is so good. The HGTE has a slightly quicker turn-in. Ride comfort in the standard ‘sport’ setting remains good but in ‘race’ it’s too stiff for some poorly-surfaced roads. In both modes, roll is reduced but this is still a big GT car; don’t expect it to corner as flat as a Scuderia.

But it now feels more at home on the track; the standard 599’s amazing resistance to understeer, huge power and torque and impassive braking are now matched to less mid-bend wallow. The exhaust note is bigger without getting you an ASBO, and the faster upshifts near the redline are the most noticeable change; shockingly fast and borderline uncomfortable.

Verdict

You’ll need to be a talented driver and on a closed circuit to really feel the benefit, and even then Ferrari says the HGTE package only shaves 0.6sec off the standard 599’s time around Fiorano.

But the average 599 buyer spends this amount on bespoke cosmetic changes anyway, so they’ll have little difficulty justifying an extra fourteen grand for a slightly sharper-handling version of what is arguably Ferrari’s best-ever GT car".

 

Rob,
Did you finally sell your R8? I've tried to like that, but struggle with the styling being ordinary.

Think you'll find a 599 WAY better in all respects.

I think of '07s as the bargain of the group....I don't care about a handling package and don't want CCBs.

Was looking at pricing of '07s last night. On just carsdotcom there are 10 with asks from $155-160k, but think seasonal pricing have them bumped up $10k. If you wait until Winter, I imagine the asks will be $150k, and buy prices at $140k.

 

I have an early 07 with full HGTE (except the ECU upgrade) and CCB. I had it for almost 2 years and never had a single issue with it ... not sure what the fuzz about 2007 cars is all about ...

 

The fuzz is about the fuzz about 2007 cars, nothing more. This thread will add one more deceptive hit to search engines implying there's something to the rumor, I suppose.

 

Probably just the title of the thread. Sorry if I got my feathers ruffled.

 

They are indeed special. I had a pair of them this time last year, the new-to-me 599 and outgoing 612. Both were fantastic cars, both are with new owners now. Business improves, I'll probably do an OTO next. Not sure I'll ever be allowed to do a 458 thought. Love the car but my wife says I'm old enough that I look silly in the boy racers now.

 

I've had my 2007 since 2011 with no problems (other than not having time to drive it).