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Finally - pushed the button on 3.2 Mondial Cab

Discussion in 'Mondial' started by HPINFO, Apr 9, 2007.

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  1. HPINFO

    HPINFO Rookie

    Mar 31, 2007
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    #1 HPINFO, Apr 9, 2007
    I'm new to the forum, so first I'd like to say 'hello' to everyone. My new-to-me 1986 3.2 Mondial Cabrio will be here (Seattle) on Friday morning. Its my first Ferrari but in some ways I feel I've kind of always had one (kind of like an imaginary friend I guess.) I've had other Italians (Alfas and Fiats), Porsches, BMWs, etc. in the past and currently have an 84 Turbo Esprit and a 2000 M5 in the stable, but this is the high point in my 'collection' up to this point!

    My car is red with red (!) interior, any other Mondials out there with that color combo? Is there any way to get a count on production numbers for a specific color combo?
     
  2. D.Mauro

    D.Mauro Formula 3

    Jun 18, 2006
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    #2 D.Mauro, Apr 9, 2007
    Congrats Welcome to Fchat Posts some pictures when it arrives. Drive like you stole it
    DM
     
  3. hank sound

    hank sound F1 Veteran

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    #3 hank sound, Apr 9, 2007
    Hey,

    Congrats on your new 3.2!!! Please post some pics in "Let's See All Your Mondials" (Showroom).

    Drive her in great health & a smile on your face:)

    Cheers, Hank
     
  4. HPINFO

    HPINFO Rookie

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    #4 HPINFO, Apr 9, 2007
    Is there any other way (to drive a sports car)? As soon as it's here, I'll get some pics up.
     
  5. HPINFO

    HPINFO Rookie

    Mar 31, 2007
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    #5 HPINFO, Apr 9, 2007
    Thanks Hank. How many Seattle owners are out there and whats the schedule for drives this summer? I've been on a couple of drives with the Lotus and the M5 and it was some of my best spent time - ever. I can only imagine how much fun a Ferrari drive would be...
     
  6. Max4HD

    Max4HD Formula 3

    Jun 20, 2006
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    #6 Max4HD, Apr 10, 2007
    Drive it in good health.

    Hope you get the opportunity to drive w/the top down once and a while!

    P.S. - Make sure to check out the posts on Fchat regarding getting the top down.

    Cheers
     
  7. jimshadow

    jimshadow F1 Veteran
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    Feb 19, 2006
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    #7 jimshadow, Apr 10, 2007
    YESSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Congrats. You're gonna have more fun than you imagined!

    JIM
     
  8. Bad Dogg

    Bad Dogg Formula Junior

    Sep 29, 2006
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    #8 Bad Dogg, Apr 10, 2007
    Welcome!! I just got an 87 3.2 (red but tan interior). permanent smile generator!!!

    You will not regret one minute of it!!!


    Howard
     
  9. 4re308

    4re308 F1 Rookie
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    #9 4re308, Apr 10, 2007
    Welcome! The 3.2 Mondial is a great car, fast and reliable!

    I also have a E39 M5, and absolutely LOVE it.
     
  10. HPINFO

    HPINFO Rookie

    Mar 31, 2007
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    #10 HPINFO, Apr 10, 2007
    Thanks to all for your comments. Car got picked up 30 minutes ago in SO CAL. Its going to be a long 60 hours until Friday morning, I just hope our wonderful Seattle weather cooperates! I still haven't heard anything about any NW drives this summer. Anything planned or in the works?
     
  11. CFCARRIAGE

    CFCARRIAGE Formula Junior

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    #11 CFCARRIAGE, Apr 11, 2007
    Congrats HPINFO!

    Don't seek counselling..It's normal to keep peeking in the garage at the car after it arrives!

    Have fun and enjoy!
     
  12. HPINFO

    HPINFO Rookie

    Mar 31, 2007
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    #12 HPINFO, Apr 13, 2007
    Well, it's here and guess what - ITS RAINING!! %#*!&&^ Seattle Weather!!!

    No replies yet about a NW Ferrari get together/drive - Bueller? Bueller?
     
  13. HPINFO

    HPINFO Rookie

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    #13 HPINFO, Apr 13, 2007
    Is it customary to let the oil temp (not water temp) get up to a predetermined level before extracting some HP? If so, what temp would you recommend?
     
  14. lusso64

    lusso64 Formula 3

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    #14 lusso64, Apr 13, 2007
    You know, when you originally posted that you bought a convertible and you lived in Seattle, my first thought was "Huh? Why?" :D

    But congrats and enjoy! Just take some towels in the car with you to catch the drips :) (I do)

    And yes - let the oil temp get to the first mark (ie ON the scale) before getting keen. That's the rule I have followed with 3 different F cars, but you'll get as many oppinions as you do replies. I also have never just started the car and let it idle to warm up. I usually start it, then get buckled in, kids buckled etc, then drive off real gently, progressively using more throttle as the weater and oil temps come up. I am also one of the "high mile" drivers. I have put 12000 miles on my Mondial t in under 18 months.
     
  15. Max4HD

    Max4HD Formula 3

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    #15 Max4HD, Apr 13, 2007
    I agree w/above post as far as how to "drive" while the Fcar warms up.

    ENJOY!!!!
     
  16. Ed P.

    Ed P. Formula 3

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    #16 Ed P., Apr 13, 2007
    Congrats! Nice choice!!
     

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