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  1. MarkCollins

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    #1 MarkCollins, Oct 31, 2007
    Had confirmation yesterday of a November '08 build slot for my 599 which is great that it's coming earlier than expected but I'd have preferred a different time of Year as I'm planning collection from the factory and driving a few of the Alps passes on the way home, reckon they might be a bit slippy in November or worse still, closed :(

    Now what Colour to order :)
     
  2. amenasce

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    #2 amenasce, Oct 31, 2007
    Factory pick up..what a dream ! Are you thinking of rescheduling ? The passes might as you said be closed or very dangerous..
     
  3. Webby

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    #3 Webby, Oct 31, 2007
    Congrats! Are you adding to or replacing your 575? If it's a replacement, I say get the same dark blue! If it's an addition, then I'd say black
     
  4. Senna1994

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    #4 Senna1994, Oct 31, 2007
    +1
     
  5. MarkCollins

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    #5 MarkCollins, Oct 31, 2007
    Andrew, I can only delay ie no earlier slot, it would move it to Spring '09, it maybe the better choice as I won't do many miles between Nov and March anyway due to Weather

    Webby, to replace the 575, I'm keen on TdF but my 550 was also TdF and people think I have no imagination :) I'd love to have Rosso Monza but due to repair dififculties they are not recommending it (and it's a huge price) my short list (today :) ) is Metallic Black, TdF or Rosso Corsa. I also have my name down for the F149 which assuming it is a smaller Car I see in Rosso so one of the metallics would be a better choice for the 599
     
  6. BritBlaster

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    #6 BritBlaster, Oct 31, 2007
    Congrats Mark!

    I would definitely pass up on this slot, and take the next one so that you can get delivery in late Spring.... what a perfect way to experience the Alps!!

    Blue is one of my favorite colors on the 599, and I don't think anyone would blame you for ordering it in TdF. I think Silverstone or Argento is also a fantastic color (and, like you, *love* the Rosso Monza) for this car. I think that some of the Anniversary colors work well too, but I will be sorely tempted to go "Canna di Fucile" over sabbia when my time comes....
     
  7. Finitele

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    #7 Finitele, Oct 31, 2007
    No delay, this is only the date today and Ferrari will most likely delay it for you if there a strike!
     
  8. supraman55

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    #8 supraman55, Oct 31, 2007


    +1
     
  9. Tenney

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    #9 Tenney, Oct 31, 2007
    Rosso Barchetta might be worth a look.
     
  10. of2worlds

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    #10 of2worlds, Oct 31, 2007
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    Yes look very close...
    CH
     
  11. FJerry

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    #11 FJerry, Oct 31, 2007
    Congratulations. My 2 cents: go Pozzi.

    best regards,
    Jerry
     
  12. ItaliaF1

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    #12 ItaliaF1, Oct 31, 2007
    I say either stick with TdF or go with Grigio Silverstone.
     
  13. mksgr

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    #13 mksgr, Nov 1, 2007
    I would consider your color question based on your preferences re interior color: if you prefer a black interior TdF or even Pozzi is not the perfect match... With black interior you have to combine black (either standard or - as I opted for - Nero Daytona). Silver stitching might be an option if you go for black/black and would like to add some depth and attention to detail to the interior.

    If you prefer Crema, Sabbia, Tan or Cuoio you could either go for a shade of blue or black. An interesting observation I made recently is that the contrast between exterior and interior color should not be too big for best looks. Thus black/cuoio looks better than black/tan in real life. I was rather surprised to note this when comparing two black cars standing next to each other.

    Red is (of course) very different from the above colors. Personally, I think the 599 looks great in red. However, a dark blue or black 599 will always be more elegant and understated.
     
  14. MarkCollins

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    #14 MarkCollins, Nov 1, 2007
    thanks and I started the same way, my 550 had Blu Scuro interior, my 575 Beige/Blu, I prefer the lighter cabin of the Beige and having had two cars with Crema (328, 355) I feel it's a bit much in the bigger cars. My temptation is to go for Tan/Blue again or Tan/ Black although I'ver seen a picture on here with Black/ Silver stitching and it looked very nice. For the exterior I'd really like Rosso Monza but it's a huge cost and I'm waiting to hear back from Ferrari GB to see if the 'return to factory' repair is still the only option. After that I like the TdF (but I've had two Tdf carsand people think I have no imagination!) or Metallic Black, Rosso looks good but i have my name down ofr the F149 to go alongside the 599 and assuming that's going to be a smaller V8 car I think that's going to be the Rosso Red one :)
     
  15. supraman55

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    #15 supraman55, Nov 1, 2007

    Have your dealer told you anything about "F149" expected sales begining and delivery terms? I am on the list as well, but my dealer cannot provide me information as for now.
     
  16. MarkCollins

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    #16 MarkCollins, Nov 1, 2007
    I've heard nothing definate, I read Mike's posts (Icemanbops) to get my product information :) seriously though they seem confident it is happening, will be launched at Geneva but I think RHD cars will not come to the UK until mid 2009
     
  17. amenasce

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    #17 amenasce, Nov 2, 2007
    What about grigio Alloy ? it looks amazing in alloy !
     
  18. MarkCollins

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    #18 MarkCollins, Nov 2, 2007
    Hi Andrew

    the lighter metallics seem not to be as popular when it comes to resale, I'm hoping to see a Rosso Monza car early next week :)
     
  19. arnaget

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    #19 arnaget, Nov 2, 2007
    andrew, i can imagine the 599 looking awesome in grigio alloy / azurro california (as did the 550/575). does anyone have sample pics to sway mark's decision?
     
  20. BritBlaster

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    #20 BritBlaster, Nov 2, 2007
    Did you mean Nov 08 ... or Nov 07 ?

    ... Nov 08 is looong way off ...
     
  21. MarkCollins

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    #21 MarkCollins, Nov 2, 2007
    '08 I know, but I have to spec it by June so that's only 8 months to choose a colour :)
     
  22. DM18

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    #22 DM18, Nov 4, 2007
    Congrats. Factory delivery will be fantastic. I would delay to Spring 09 and then you will have an 09 09 car. There also seem to be a lot of ongoing enhancements.
     
  23. mksgr

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    #23 mksgr, Nov 4, 2007
    The "enhancements" thing is an intersting point. Historically, I recall, Ferrari introduced enhancements as they were ready to, thus no model year cycle. Does anybody have some information on how Ferrari handles this today?
     

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