Monthly Newsletter for April 2005


Table of Contents

 

Note from Rob

User of the Month

Post of the Month

Featured Article

Site Statistics

User Statistics

Sponsors

 

Note from Rob

Yes, I know.  Already 6 days late.  Sorry, just really busy right now.  Long weekend in Houston, TX for our annual regional meet.  Had a great time and saw two 430's just delivered along with the Sebring Maserati MC12.  Community is going strong.  New server and host has been almost perfect and at this point everyone should have noticed the performance improvements.  I know there are several things I still need to do, just give me a little time.  FerrariAds.com is really going strong now after one month.  159 ads have already been posted.  Everyone can view the ads, but only subscribed users may post an ad.

Thank you all for your valued contributions to the FerrariChat.com community.

User of the Month

Please submit nominations to Rob at rlay@ferrarichat.com.  If you have nominated someone before and they have not been selected yet, please resubmit their names.

Post of the Month

My grandfather took some Ferrari pics at Lemans......in 1959

Featured Article

 

Washing Your Car by Mike Lee (Only opens with Internet Explorer) 216 KB in PDF format

 

Site Statistics

New monthly record with 265,188 unique visits!

User Statistics

Top 20 Posters...

User Name Join Date Posts Reverse Sort Order Last Visit Full Name Location Personal Ferraris
NNO 08-03-2002 18,034 Today Carbon McCoy Atlanta, GA. Do 1:18s count...?
Rob Lay 12-01-2000 12,767 Today Rob Lay Southlake, TX 1986 328 GTS, 1995 355 Challenge
Wolfgang 03-08-2003 12,654 Today Wolfgang Germany, Heidelberg `91 Testarossa ZFFAA17B000091239
BigTex 12-06-2002 10,019 Today Bubba Houston, Texas '42 - '04
Cavallino Motors 05-31-2001 8,980 Today Martin Wiescholek Miami Beach 355 Challenge
maranelloman 01-31-2002 8,938 Today Wilma Dikphit location location 550 Maranello
tifosi12 10-03-2002 8,169 Today Andreas USA 308 QV
tonyh 12-23-2002 8,118 Today Tony H SW London 355 Spider
matteo 08-01-2002 8,011 Today Matt The "661" 83 308 QV GTS #45563
MarkPDX 04-21-2003 7,693 Today   2932N09816W  
ForzaFerrari 07-25-2003 6,688 Today Waldo The Netherlands none...yet
darth550 07-14-2003 6,528 Today Dirk Diggler Westwood, CA '98 550
jimpo1 07-30-2001 6,489 Today Jim E Dallas, TX 1987 328 GTS
Auraraptor 09-25-2002 6,175 Today Omar Balti. MD/Hazl. PA "Alissa" SN# 77353
BWS550 04-01-2002 6,103 Today BRUCE WELLINGTON NEW JERSEY 2000 TDF 550
2000YELLOW360 06-05-2001 6,053 Today Art California N/A
jordan747_400 12-09-2002 6,002 Today Jordan Witherspoon Irvine, CA not yet!
Napolis 10-23-2002 5,954 Today      
Gimme Fuel 03-15-2003 5,663 Today Paul (Norway) Khazad Dûm About 90 (1/18)
wax 07-20-2003 5,621 Today Tom I -a van by the river!  

 

Sponsors

 

FerrariChat.com Title Sponsor

Tubi Style are the worlds premier aftermaket performance exhaust manufacturer, specializing in high-end performance road-car applications. 

With the complexity of modern performance cars, a special exhaust note alone is insufficient. Each owner can rest assured that his or her Tubi Style has been painstakingly developed to yield a power increase, outstanding durability, excellent fitment, lower running temperatures than stock discreet special looks and of course, a truly spectacular exhaust note. This ability to develop such all round excellence is UNIQUE to Tubi Style - the factory has leveraged it's location in world-famous Maranello, Italy with it's outstanding record in International Motorsport applications to develop the worlds finest all-round sport exhaust equipment applications. Tubi Style's world-beating product range consists of everything from replacement stainless-steel mufflers up to special equal length headers made of F1-inspired Inconel for some of worlds most exotic and sophisticated performance cars.  No other manufacturer has access to such outstanding developmental resources (all local to the factory) and the ability to create such thoroughly engineered products which will THRILL the buyer!  Click on the banner and welcome to Tubi Style.

FerrariChat.com Associate Sponsors

 

The Bridgehampton Motoring Club is unlike any collector car facility in the nation. BMC offers what was once only available to private collectors with tremendous resources: the perfect home for your important automobiles. We provide 24 hour key card access, humidity and temperature control, comprehensive video security, epoxy floors, tasteful lighting, rare automobilia, and most importantly services: Pick/up and delivery, battery maintenance, bi-weekly mechanical integrity routines, and detailing. Every member of BMC has unfettered access to their collection. Finally, the perfect way to enjoy your passion.  http://www.bridgemc.com/
   
Carrozzeria Design is the authorized dealer of full tuning lines and accessories that cater to the discerning customer. Our passion, professionalism and attention to detail towards vehicle customization enable us to transform your dreams into reality. Full tuning lines for Aston Martin, Audi, BMW, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Mercedes Benz, and Porsche are available to individualize your vehicle. Accessories such as Brembo brakes, HRE wheels, KW suspensions, or Remus exhausts provide further options in the creation of your perfect vehicle. The combination of a retail facility in Irvine, California, along with a strong online presence, allow us to completely satisfy your vehicle tuning needs.  http://www.carrozzeriadesign.com
   
CarStore of Glenside has been known for locating and selling Ferrari and other exotic sports cars since 1988. Owner Tom Mellett was a fully factory trained and Master ASE technician by age 19. Manager Carol Morwald is without a doubt the most professional person you will have the pleasure to meet in the Automobile business. These are real car people. Neither of them sold a car before launching the CarStore of Glenside. The CarStore of Glenside is a business that was developed out of the passion these two have for exotic and highline cars. The success of the CarStore of Glenside has developed from the enjoyment they get out of finding the right car for the right value and then placing it in the right home. We hope that next home is yours.  http://www.carstoreofglenside.com/
   

Cavallino Motors is proud to offer Ferrari sales and consignments to Ferrari owners and fans straight from another Ferrari owner. Who better to give you advise on Ferraris than another owner. Feel free to visit our website and browse our inventory. We gladly take your car for sale as a consignment. No obligation to you and you keep your car until we have a buyer to match. All consignments are a flat fee, no matter if it is a 308 or a 250GTO.  Our business is Ferrari ONLY.  http://www.4ferrari.com
   
We would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to Cavallino Models. We are diecast model collector's source for rare and custom 1/18-scale Ferrari models. Along with limited production models we carry various hand-built and custom painted models, and will try to locate or custom make any model we do not have. Please feel free to email us at cavallinomodels@attbi.com. We will be happy to answer any of your questions. We hope to do business in the future. Please visit our website at http://www.cavallinomodels.com.
   
FerrariStuff.com is a virtual heaven for the Ferrari fanatic... Our offerings range from brochures, parts catalogs, owner's manuals and media kits to press sheets, vintage Ferrari photographs, modified scale models and autographed items such as F1 car parts signed by Michael Schumacher and vintage letters signed by the great man, Enzo Ferrari himself. Feel free to browse our website at http://www.FerrariStuff.com which carries over 1,000 different Ferrari collectables or contact us at your leisure at info@ferraristuff.com.
   
Ferrari UK has been entrusted by the Ferrari factory to be guardians of the marque for world-wide parts distribution for vehicles which have been out of production for ten or more years.  Ferrari UK have the largest stock of parts in the world for these models and are in a unique position, being able to remanufacture Ferrari spare parts from the original drawings and specifications with the full authority of Ferrari SpA.  http://www.ferrariparts.co.uk
   
FX Performance has been built from the ground up with the passion and the knowledge derived from the racing world.  Lucio Nicolodi won as a driver the 2001 North American Ferrari 360 Challenge Championship. Costantino Bertuzzi was the team manager for both winning teams of the 2001 and 2002 seasons, not to mention the World Champion driver for 1996, 1997 and 1998, and a Ferrari Factory test driver for several years.  This new state of the art technical, engineering and body shop brings into one very convenient location all the fundamental elements necessary to a perfectionist philosophy of work. We are committed to producing art out of our makings, and every repair, every service and every upgrade gives us an opportunity to excel.  http://www.fxperformance.com/fx/
   
Girodisc is a company dedicated to brake component and system engineering and development for racing and high performance automobiles. Girodisc produces a line of two-piece replacement discs for select models and develops individual brake components and entire systems for road, racing, and manufacturers.  http://www.girodisc.com/
   
H3R halon fire extinguishers have a rapidly growing following among Ferrari enthusiasts for the same reasons they are the standard for commercial aircraft: Halon is extremely effective, and will not corrode electronics or surface finishes like common dry chemical extinguishers do. In fact, halon leaves no mess at all, while dry chemical extinguishers can cause more damage than the fire itself! Contact H3R at http://www.h3r.com/products/home_vehicle.htm info@h3r.com, or 800-249-4289 and see why FerrariChat.com members are among our most satisfied customers!
   
Highlinewheels is the leading distributor of modular wheels in the nation.  Our new line of G-Force wheels are especially designed and custom built for your Ferrari.  These custom wheels are available in all original colors and found nowhere else.  Highlinewheels is focused on the uncompromising standards of engineering, innovation and quality for its customer.  http://www.hlwcorp.com
   
Hill Engineering has been established for over 50 years and has been supplying the F1 & Motorsport industry with ultra high quality precision components for the last 25 years. All of our products are designed & manufactured at our factory in London where we use state of the art manufacturing processes.  Our goal is to provide a first class product at a price that you would expect to pay direct from the manufacturer.  http://www.hill-engineering.co.uk
   
Intercity Lines, Inc., America's premier enclosed auto transport company, has been in the automobile transport business since 1980. Automobile transportation is our only business. We feature state of the art 53' FULLY ENCLOSED air ride trailers.  At Intercity Lines, we've spent years perfecting the transportation of automobiles.  http://www.intercitylines.com/Default.cfm?code=fc
   
At Meridian Automotive Design we have built the foundation of our business on taking some of the most exemplary vehicles and raising the performance standards above and beyond the benchmarks set by some of the finest factories in the world. Through a combination of factory perfect product, unparalleled customer service, and impeccable installation all working in concert, we provide the ultimate atmosphere for the most discriminating enthusiast. From adding fifty additional horsepower to a brand new Stradale, or making a standard 360 Modena fit you better than a fine Italian suit, there is no challenge we can't tackle. While the world's finest tailors use the finest fabrics, we utilize the world's finest aftermarket products.  http://www.meridianonline.us/
   
Ferrari Chat’s oldest running sponsor Nick's Forza Ferrari is the place to go for Ferrari performance parts and modifications. We are distributors of Capristo Exhaust Systems* Value added Electromotive Engine Controls dealer* Power Chip development partner and official reseller* authorized reseller for ANSA Exhaust, CSC Exhaust & Millie Miglia Exhaust Systems* Wheels by Ronal, Compomotive & HRE* Brake products by Brembo, Tarox* Evans Coolant, K&N, Energy Suspension and custom double adjustable suspension packages for Ferrari’s 308* early 328 cars & the much talked about 400 + HP 4.1 Liter Engine Development Project. For the 308/328 & Mondial series cars*. Please check Nick's website at http://www.nicksforzaferrari.com.
   
At Norwood Performance we have specialized in Ferrari service for over twenty years and are a recognized leader in performance engine modifications.  We feature turbo and fuel injection systems, custom engine rebuilds, machine shop services, a full line of performance engine components and engine building tools as well as full maintenance and services facilities for all Ferrari models.  http://www.norwoodperformance.com
   
Pole Position USA is an Authorized master distributor of Motorsports Parts, accessories and racing equipment.  We have been trusted by the following companies Momo, Koni, Brembo to provide enthusiasts like yourselves with the best parts in the business. Official racing equipment supplier to the Penske Scottsdale Ferrari Challenge Team.

Please feel free to give us a call or email with any questions or inquiries. The brands you trust, priced right with free shipping. http://www.polepositionusa.com

   
Ricambi America—your destination for the largest catalogue of Ferrari parts on the internet. At Ricambi America, Ferraris are our passion—we understand how important it is for you to find have the right part for your beloved car. We specialize in "ricambi originali" (Ferrari OEM products). As an authorized reseller of Hyper-Flow and Hill Engineering, we are uniquely qualified to give you the personal attention that your Ferrari craves. Using our online reference catalogue, you are sure to easily locate precisely what you want, from spark plugs to shift gate locks to prepackaged 30K service kits. Let Ricambi America be your destination for attentive service and support whether you race, show, or just drive like Enzo intended! http://www.ricambiamerica.com
   
Ryalex Design offers an original line of beautiful, custom-crafted body kits and accessories for your Ferrari. Our bold and athletic race-inspired designs balance art and application, and are produced in the finest materials. Visit us today and preorder our fascia for the new F430.  http://www.ryalexdesign.com
   
SimpleTech, Inc. (Nasdaq: STEC) is a global engineering and manufacturing company that offers memory and storage products for a wide range of industrial and consumer applications, including IP networking, consumer electronics, personal computing, and telecommunications.  http://www.simpletech.com/estore/
   
Texas Driver Magazine is the automotive lifestyle magazine for enthusiasts who have a passion for what they drive, what they do, where they go and how they do it.  Check out our website at http://www.texasdrivermagazine.com
   

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Valence USA specializes in the design, fabrication, and repair of high performance composite products using carbon fiber, Kevlar, and fiberglass.  Valence's ever-growing line of Ferrari products includes clear-coated, cosmetic interior components and lightweight, performance-enhancing exterior bodywork.  In addition to welcoming custom work, Valence now offers a comprehensive line of components for 360, F355, 348, 328, 575, 550, 456, and soon the F430 and 612.  Valence is committed to providing its customers with unsurpassed performance, style, and durability while maintaining the original design aesthetic.  Visit us online at http://www.valenceusa.com.
   
Verdi has a long established history of working on Ferrari cars. Founded over fifteen years ago, they have consistently maintained and repaired the famous marque. Their staff have accumulated years of mechanical expertise - including factory training - and are backed by their long term commitment to the marque.  http://www.verdiferrari.biz/home.htm
   
Wide World of Cars is proud to be a sponsor of FerrariChat.com.  Wide World of Cars is one of the oldest and largest Ferrari Dealers in the US, established in 1974.  We have been the largerst pre-owned Ferrari dealer for the last two years.  Mike Mastrangelo, general manager and part owner of WWC, has been with us since 1977.  Our Ferrari factory trained technicians average 17 years of service with WWC.  We offer a full service repair shop and factory authorized body shop on-site.  http://www.wideworldofcars.com

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