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Drove these two today...

Discussion in 'Boxers/TR/M' started by bensonae, Jul 21, 2014.

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  1. bensonae

    bensonae Formula Junior

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    #1 bensonae, Jul 21, 2014
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    Was let loose on the Tokyo inner road with a F12 and 458. And the road was near empty..First quick impressions. F12 to much engine for me. Made me nervous and the ride is great but I prefer more "feelsome". The steering so easy and fast. The 458 though... In Race mode on the manettino this might be the most perfect car I have ever driven. The sound, the handling, the feel. I love my 512TR but this is a toy for adults. Such a rush and it felt so easy to drive the pants off and it is small feeling. Bravo Ferrari. I still love my car though and prefer the non power assisted steering of our cars over the new stuff. Still though the 458....
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  2. okiedude

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    #2 okiedude, Jul 21, 2014
    Lucky you! :)
     
  3. 88Testarossa

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    #3 88Testarossa, Jul 21, 2014
    very nice
     
  4. ag512bbi

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    #4 ag512bbi, Jul 21, 2014
    I feel the 458 is a perfect car. I feel the F12 is just a brut. I kinda wish the 458 had a "bit" more power though.
     
  5. wlanast

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    #5 wlanast, Jul 21, 2014
    This isn't the 458 section, but I agree with the sentiments here and would go further to say that it is the only modern I would consider owning.

    Armen, I laughed and nodded when you said it needed a little more power. While I agree more would be nice, I am of the opinion that the chassis is just so capable that it could take even more than it has, and that is a good thing.

    Too many chassis' can't handle the power that they have, and that gets dangerous quick in the hands of someone who doesn't respect it.
     
  6. Melvok

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    #6 Melvok, Jul 22, 2014
    This isn't the 458 section but we sure like your experince/review Alex !

    It undelines that a 512TR/TR is still a fabulous F car ... and still an attractive one too :D

    I would also not considder one of them (money-wise) but would eventually love to change over to a Scuderia after the 512TR one day ...
     

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