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Discussion in 'California (Southern)' started by DodgeViper01, Oct 8, 2008.

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  1. DodgeViper01

    DodgeViper01 F1 Veteran

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    #1 DodgeViper01, Oct 8, 2008
    I have been looking at a car in San Diego and wanted to arrange a PPI but I was told by FM San Diego that they no longer do PPIs. I then asked if anyone around does them but they said most shops have quit due to Liability Issues. Puts a real bummer on the whole issue because this car is only around for this week. Any ideas on where to take a car for a PPI in the San Diego area? I am from NYC so I am new to this process.
     
  2. bobafett

    bobafett F1 Veteran

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    #2 bobafett, Oct 8, 2008
    Liability issues is a concern, but I'm surprised they wont PPI a car they're selling. Normally you can use that as leverage if/when something goes wrong.
     
  3. Bullfighter

    Bullfighter Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #3 Bullfighter, Oct 8, 2008
    Call Gary Bobileff at 858 622.1600. He's tops.
     
  4. tuonoR

    tuonoR Formula Junior

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    #4 tuonoR, Oct 8, 2008
    +1 for Gary. Superb attention to details
     
  5. jwtfjwtf

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    #5 jwtfjwtf, Oct 8, 2008
    +1 Gary is really good.
     
  6. SrfCity

    SrfCity F1 World Champ

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    #6 SrfCity, Oct 8, 2008
    Yea, he'll do it. The other alternative is ask FoSD to give it the once over for an hour's labor or free. I'd be surprised if they didn't comply as any service they'd be able to pick up. It'd more or less be a verbal yea, or nay. I'd think they'd at least do that.
     
  7. bobafett

    bobafett F1 Veteran

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    #7 bobafett, Oct 8, 2008
    The whole point is to get documentation, I would suspect.
     
  8. fatbillybob

    fatbillybob Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #8 fatbillybob, Oct 9, 2008
    Ferrari.ace is an fchater in SD...why not try him. He has a very long resume.
     
  9. TopElement

    TopElement Formula 3

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    #9 TopElement, Oct 9, 2008
    But if one is first looking for a "go/no go" on a car possible purchase, a verbal report should do it.
     
  10. 2TOGO

    2TOGO Rookie

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    #10 2TOGO, Oct 9, 2008
    I used Cavallo Motorsports in Carlsbad, met them at the Coronado races the year before, Chris is the tech/owner. Did a great job.
    www.cavallomotorsports.com
     
  11. DodgeViper01

    DodgeViper01 F1 Veteran

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    #11 DodgeViper01, Oct 9, 2008
    Thanks for the suggestions guys, will be making contacts with the suggested if the car is still available.
     
  12. ferrari.ace

    ferrari.ace Karting

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    #12 ferrari.ace, Oct 10, 2008
    I'll do it.

    PM me and we can work out the details.

    Thanks for the props billybob!


    Adam
     
  13. DodgeViper01

    DodgeViper01 F1 Veteran

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    #13 DodgeViper01, Oct 10, 2008
    Thanks for the help Adam but the car was just sold. Next time.
     
  14. Dr_ferrari

    Dr_ferrari Formula 3
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    #14 Dr_ferrari, Oct 10, 2008

    +1 on cavallo, they are top notch.

    Regards, Jim
     
  15. rimoore

    rimoore Formula 3

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    #15 rimoore, Oct 10, 2008
    +1
     
  16. ferrari.ace

    ferrari.ace Karting

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    #16 ferrari.ace, Oct 10, 2008
    Keith,

    No problem! We'll get the next one....




    I (was) Cavallo's lead tech. and the only Ferrari factory certified
    tech. in the house. I departed about 6 mos. ago....

    Now I'm doing my own thing in the neighborhood. I guess that makes me the "new/old guy in town"....

    Remember, it's in your best interest to always check your technicians F-experience and F-credentials...
     
  17. alberto

    alberto Formula 3

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    #17 alberto, Oct 10, 2008
    Can you PM your information?

    Thanks
    Alberto
     
  18. ferrari.ace

    ferrari.ace Karting

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    #18 ferrari.ace, Oct 11, 2008
    Alberto,

    PM sent.

    Thanks,
    Adam
     
  19. DodgeViper01

    DodgeViper01 F1 Veteran

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    #19 DodgeViper01, Oct 11, 2008
    Thanks Adam. Now I know who to call for cars in So Cal!
     
  20. cwall

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    #20 cwall, May 20, 2020
    Not sure if I can revive a thread this old. Was just looking for PPI in San Diego and called F of SD and they will do a used car inspection for $420 and full safety inspection for a $650. Are there any independent shops out there that people have recent experience with?
     
  21. white out

    white out Formula 3

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    #21 white out, May 22, 2020
    Steve Maxwell is the best in SD
     

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