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New to me 2010 Italia

Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by joeelutz, Sep 13, 2017.

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  1. joeelutz

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    #1 joeelutz, Sep 13, 2017
    Happy to have just purchased my first Ferrari. Coming from a Gallardo this will be an exciting transition.
     

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  2. spyder625

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    #2 spyder625, Sep 14, 2017
    very nice, good luck with her..
     
  3. Oengus

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    #3 Oengus, Sep 14, 2017
    nice
     
  4. saraojo

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    #4 saraojo, Sep 14, 2017
    Congrats. What are your thoughts between the two? Did you have a first gen or lp gallardo?
     
  5. efg2014

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    #5 efg2014, Sep 14, 2017
    The guy who sold me my F430 bought a Gallardo after. We exchanged emails and his complainants were : 1)Cabin cramped 2) Not as comfortable.
     
  6. Cigarzman

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    #6 Cigarzman, Sep 14, 2017
    Well chosen bro ! Love the color , same combo as mine. Safe travels man , all the best. Kirk
     
  7. ttforcefed

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    #7 ttforcefed, Sep 14, 2017
    congrats. truly a great experience!
     
  8. 3POINT8

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    #8 3POINT8, Sep 14, 2017
    very nice congrats!
     
  9. joeelutz

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    #9 joeelutz, Sep 14, 2017
    Thanks guys. So far I like the feel and most of the look, especially the dash layout better than the Lambo. The seat doesn't seem to hurt my back as bad as the Gallardo did. I had a pre LP (2007) that I was constantly having to fix small items such as Egear hoses and spoiler motor so I'm hoping for a less repair intensive experience with the Ferrari.
     
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  10. Fabspeed Motorsport

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    #10 Fabspeed Motorsport, Sep 14, 2017
    Awesome! Congrats, and welcome to the F-car family. Give me a shout if there is anything I can ever help with!
     
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  11. buddyg

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    #11 buddyg, Sep 14, 2017
    Congrats bought my first 458 a few months ago and absolutely love it! They seem to be very reliable too!
     
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  12. 100badboy100

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    #12 100badboy100, Sep 14, 2017
    Very nice!

    Are you planning any mods to your new ride ?

    Regards

    Michael
     
  13. misha

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    #13 misha, Sep 14, 2017
    Beautiful car, and that's awesome that it seems to be a better experience so far than your Gallardo. Just out of curiosity did you consider the Huracan at any point?
     
  14. joeelutz

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    #14 joeelutz, Sep 14, 2017
    Michael. I have considered doing some mods to the car. Just want to wear the new (to me) off first. I own a shop where we have done a number of boosted domestic builds and have toyed with the idea of twin turbo. It's interesting to me that this is a popular thing to do in the Lamborghini world but not so common with Ferraris.
    Misha, To be honest I love the look of a Huracan but the slightly lower price point of the earlier 458 was a factor. Plus I just wanted to give a Ferrari a try. So far I like it.
     
  15. misha

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    #15 misha, Sep 14, 2017
    Ah that makes perfect sense to me, I was just curious as I haven't driven either!
     
  16. 100badboy100

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    #16 100badboy100, Sep 15, 2017
    Keep us updated with your adventures with her.

    Regards

    Michael
     
  17. Labman

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    #17 Labman, Sep 15, 2017
    Good move and welcome to the Ferrari world. There is no going back now. Beautiful car and enjoy to the fullest!
     
  18. Melvok

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    #18 Melvok, Sep 15, 2017
    Congrats ... safe driving ... be careful !!! It's fast :D
     
  19. Pocty

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    #19 Pocty, Sep 15, 2017
    Lovely looking car just like mine... I just know you will enjoy her to the max.
     
  20. joeelutz

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    #20 joeelutz, Sep 15, 2017
    Well I finally got a chance to drive her some this evening and I'm actually quite satisfied with the decision to go F. It is quite roomy inside. I'm 6'2" and had plenty of leg room. The Lamborghini was OK but not as spacious. I really like the DCT over the single clutch. Shifts are incredible. That dash and LED CF steering wheel are just sexy. My wife also enjoyed driving it. She says it's not quite as cool as her AC Cobra but close. lol.
     
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  21. racerdj

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    #21 racerdj, Sep 16, 2017
    Great upgrade! Congratulations
     
  22. Melvok

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    #22 Melvok, Sep 16, 2017
    :D
     
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    #23 F2003-GA, Sep 16, 2017
    Looking good Congrats Enjoy in good health :)
     
  24. joeelutz

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    #24 joeelutz, Sep 19, 2017
    Thank you
     
  25. Morgan72301

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    #25 Morgan72301, Sep 19, 2017
    She's beautiful. Enjoy
     
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