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arthur chambers (Art355)
Intermediate Member
Username: Art355
Post Number: 2115
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2003 - 3:52 pm: | |
Which model? The Mmodial T is a great car, and if you shop carefully, you can get a good convertible for less than 50k. DON'T forget the prepurchase inspection. Failure to take that step could cost you many dollars, these cars are very, very expensive to service and repair.
Art |
Brian W (Jetx)
New member
Username: Jetx
Post Number: 46
Registered: 6-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2003 - 12:20 pm: | |
Another benefit to finding a mechanic is he may have a client(s) that is getting ready to sell their car (and upgrade). |
den sam (Den1s)
New member
Username: Den1s
Post Number: 4
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Friday, July 18, 2003 - 9:38 am: | |
at the moment i am in the LA area as i just moved to CA. we are looking to settle out in the Calabassas or surrounding area so there's plenty of flat open roads although the heat could be a problem for a Brit like me but anything is better than the weather and moreso the attitide in the UK |
todd montandon (Sllade)
Junior Member
Username: Sllade
Post Number: 118
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 - 6:19 pm: | |
hey den where do you live in so cal. i'm in sandiego i just bought my ferrari and it was the best thing i have ever done as far as car buying is concerned. and to the people telling you that you that you don't belong are just jealous they car doesn't make it an elite group its the people in the group that make it elite. You are about to embark in a club that is filled with great people who love cars. I have had so much help from these guys its incredible.Ferraris are very quirky. but you will soon come to love that about them you must remember they are all hand made. so welcome to our group.Todd |
den sam (Den1s)
New member
Username: Den1s
Post Number: 3
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, July 13, 2003 - 6:26 pm: | |
sounds like great advice ..any ideas where to start in the LA area as i guess you guys must use some pretty credible people here.
is there a get together where i could get some advice from some enthusiasts any time soon as it would certainly help a real newbie like me |
Jeremy Woan (Jeremywoan)
New member
Username: Jeremywoan
Post Number: 5
Registered: 4-2003
| | Posted on Sunday, July 13, 2003 - 1:17 pm: | |
Just caught up with this thread. I was raised in London but spent most of my life in the USA. Long term Ferrari owner who loves the cars and hates the people who view them only as status symbols. Would suggest that before you make your first venture into them you find a local mechanic you like and trust and let him guide you. He is going to be the person keeping your car on the road and it's easier to find a good car than a good shop! |
den sam (Den1s)
New member
Username: Den1s
Post Number: 2
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Saturday, July 12, 2003 - 1:32 pm: | |
Gents...i simply cannot believe just how generous and kind that you guys are....(no sarcasm whatsoever)
Most people when i tell them that i am contemplating a Ferrari assume that i am trying to enter an elitist club to which i have no right to expect to join....
I now living in SoCal but was born in London and have alwasy worked in IT ususally for finance companies where the image of the Ferrari driver is obviously nothing like me.
I still class myself as an engineer and love the design and classical lines of the Ferraris...nothing to do with their coctail appeal...the name evokes passion in every sense in a world where most automotive travel is from A to B....so why shouldnt the journey be the reward ;)
In summation i would dearly love to take a ride with some genuine enthusiasts and hear what its like to actually own and drive my hobby. |
Jean-Louis (Jlm348)
Member
Username: Jlm348
Post Number: 604
Registered: 11-2002
| | Posted on Friday, July 11, 2003 - 7:12 pm: | |
Den
Ron has a very nice car.That is in great condition.
You should join us on one of our drives sometime.
THat way you can tke a look at quite a few cars and decide which one is right for you. |
Ron (Easy_rider)
Member
Username: Easy_rider
Post Number: 601
Registered: 12-2002
| | Posted on Friday, July 11, 2003 - 6:45 pm: | |
den are you looking for a Mondial? I have a beautiful 1987 Cab with the 3.2 engine of the 328's. It actually only takes one person (me) to put the top up and down. I am thinking about selling mine to enable a purchase of a TR or 355 or 360 (still undecided).
Send me a private mail if you are interested in talking.
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Gene Agatep (Gagatep)
Member
Username: Gagatep
Post Number: 343
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Friday, July 11, 2003 - 5:46 pm: | |
Used Mondials are great cars.
Some idiosyncrasies are its electrical system.
Dash and panel lights have grounding problems.
sometimes they're on, sometimes they're off.
The convertible roof is not user friendly.
It takes 2 people to fold and unfold properly.
Engine and maintenance is exactly the same as
its engine counterparts depending
on what year you get.
Don't expect it to be as fast or as nimble as the
308/328/348. The weight of the Mondials are
heavier therefor they feel like a boat
compared to the 2 seaters. |
den sam (Den1s)
New member
Username: Den1s
Post Number: 1
Registered: 7-2003
| | Posted on Friday, July 11, 2003 - 11:37 am: | |
Just wanted to know if anybody had any experience of living with a used Mondial convertible. This will be my first foray into the world of Ferrari and i expect that i may on very rare occasions need to make a commute in the car but mainly want a weekend hobby car. Any ideas on likely running costs...problem areas ? |