Taking the leap!

watch out cause 2009/10 had some DCT problems.

 

Eric, please have Marmist provide you with MSA approved colors to ensure the likely hood of your car being able to operate correctly.

 

Sure man, I'll be glad to

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Neither am I feeling the black.

Anyway, avoid '09s and '10s. Transmission and gearbox problems since the DCT was young. Tops problems were not infrequent. Some leaks and minor problems. Basically the Cali was a first time ever.

First lesson : never ever buy a NEW car in his first 3 years of production. Let the house learn first.

SECOND : from 2012 the Cali30 came out, more hp, less weight, better calibration of engine and gearbox, a better car overall. Also with more trustable gear and trans. ALSO from 2012 started the 7 years Ferrari ordinary maintenance program, which is not to be thrown away.

Definitely cars from 2012 are more expensive, but u dont wanna run into the problems of the first.

ELSE you can buy a 2010 demanding a BIG discount and then have the dealer give you a warranty covering everything possible. Warranty to be renewed every year, ofc.

One has to be really not smart to buy a Ferrari with no warranty. Or so full of money that he definitely wouldnt come here asking for suggestions.

 

also, PPI

 

get a lo mileage car less than 3 years old.

 

There were a few DCT problems with the earlier cars, I think traced to an electronic module inside the transmission that was not as robust as needed. Early on, Getrag was not allowing servicing but required replacement of the entire transmission. They now allow Ferrari techs to swap out the module (if that's the problem), so going forward, it's not the huge issue it once was.

It is true the earlier cars had some top issues, but mostly this was '09 and '10. '11s and up seem fine.

The California "30" was introduced in 2012 but in the U.S. as a 2013 model. So there really isn't that much advantage getting a '12 over an '11 in the U.S. The "30" is a significant upgrade so if you can afford it, get at '13 or newer instead.

As for colors, it seems there aren't as many red ones as found in other models. Personally, I think Californias look best in metallic colors, and would easily go for silver, grey or blue (Tour de France Blue).

 

have patience eric, as good things come to those who wait.

 

In 2011 summer or later cars all had the issues fixed. Get a late model 2011 and you are good to go. Make sure you get PPI and I would pay the money for a warranty. I just bought a 4 year 50k miles warranty on my12 FF. $12k. Priceless piece of mind as she is my daily driver

 

What color did you decide to go for?


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Sounds lovely! I'm looking at a 2010 as well and have found conflicting views regarding purchasing one, so I feel your pain. Some people say don't worry about it as long as its not a 2009 and has a warranty, others say 2011 or better. Hard to know what to do. Not that my opinion counts for much, but I'm leaning towards going for a 2010.

 

Guys, guys, if u got the money to buy it, buy it.

The repairs you will pay later will simply make economy run around. you're doing a social job.

Seriously, get a warranty on everything.

 

Check with the dealer. There are a variety of coverages. Obviously the broader the coverage, the more expensive it would be. $10k for two years covering all but wear items is not unusual.

 

Because you can fix it and the problem might represent itself in some months.

You want to have the broader warranty possible, but the minimum is gearbox, powertrain and transmission. ASk the dealer/seller about the condition of the hardtop.