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  1. StephenB

    StephenB Formula Junior

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    #1 StephenB, Sep 15, 2009
    I took delivery of a 2009 SCUD a couple of months ago and it is a really great car. I traded a 2006 F430F1 so I was familiar with the 430 and so was my wife. She always loved driving in the old car and we took several 3 hour cruises to places here in south Florida. Well she absolutely hates the SCUD. See the thread below for her reaction to the car...

    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=249289&highlight=wifes+reaction


    You probably think that I am p-whipped.... I have 11 cars, mostly American muscle cars and the Ferrari was one that we both could enjoy. So as a compromise I am thinking of trading it for a new 599. I know it is an apple and orange comparison but anyone out there with any recommendations??

    I found a perfect car in the right color for me (Black) with a MSRP of 370k….it seems like I can get a new car for less than MSRP any comments on what discounts off of list people are getting...
     
  2. RS man

    RS man Formula Junior

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    #2 RS man, Sep 15, 2009
    Buy your wife some other cuiser and keep the SCUD!
     
  3. sindo308qv

    sindo308qv F1 Rookie

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    #3 sindo308qv, Sep 15, 2009
    Go with the 599. Unless you're doing alot of track
    events, can't understand getting a stripped out Ferrari.
    I know it's fast and all but still.
     
  4. RS man

    RS man Formula Junior

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    #4 RS man, Sep 15, 2009
    Surely the SCUD will hold its value more than 599 if that matters to you.
     
  5. Sareve

    Sareve F1 Rookie

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    #5 Sareve, Sep 15, 2009
    I suspect your wife would really like the 599 if she judges cars based on the creature comforts they offer. The 599 is without a doubt one of the most comfortable cars I've ever driven, even my mom quite liked sitting in it.

    That being said, if I were given a choice in the matter, I'd trade my dad's 599 for a Scud immediately :D
     
  6. johns930

    johns930 Formula 3

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    #6 johns930, Sep 16, 2009
    keep both if u can, but whatever u do, dont lose the scud.


     
  7. robert biscan

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    #7 robert biscan, Sep 16, 2009
    I have a 16M and a 599. They are very different cars. The 599 is fast, very fast and does everything well. It is fun to drive but not in the same way the 16M is. The 16m is a real sensory overload. You sense and feel everything.
    It would be hard to decide for me. I think the 599 is a super car and I added the Capristo system and it gave it more horses and a bark. The 16m is like driving a pin ball machine. I am sure your wife would just love the 599.
     
  8. xto

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    #8 xto, Sep 16, 2009
    I have a 599 and have driven the 430 Scud. These two cars could not be more different. What is your mission for the car? If it involves track, aggressive street driving, etc the Scud is for you. If you want a very comfortable, very fast Grand Touring car which the 599 is, then the 599 is the way to go. If you have the funds then a 599 and the new 458 Italia would be a great collection?
     
  9. Napolis

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    #9 Napolis, Sep 16, 2009
    Used 599's are becoming much more reasonable.

    Sheean has an 07 still on warranty asking 245K.
     
  10. ryankjb

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    #10 ryankjb, Sep 16, 2009
    I don't think you would be disappointed with the 599. Losing the SCUD may seem terrible at first, but with the 599 as a replacement, that regret won't last long.
     
  11. The Ape

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    #11 The Ape, Sep 16, 2009
    That's my plan.....my 599 HGTE arrives within a few weeks and the 458 will follow about 18-24 months later.
     
  12. Pitpass

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    #12 Pitpass, Sep 16, 2009
    She might like the California.
     
  13. TheBigEasy

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    #13 TheBigEasy, Sep 16, 2009
    The Scud is your toy. If she wants to be chauffeured in something more comfortable, drive another car. FYI, women love Quattroportes.
     
  14. StephenB

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    #14 StephenB, Sep 16, 2009
    Ok here is how it plays out…I go home last night and tell the wife that I am willing to trade the SCUD for a 599, I found a perfect car and knew that she has always loved the 599 and want to make her happy…

    She says that she can’t believe that I would be willing to do that for her and how much she loves me…. promised she would not complain about the SCUD anymore… I even got lucky last night…

    Thanks for all the advise .... this turned out better than I could have ever imagined. :)
     
  15. StephenB

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    #15 StephenB, Sep 16, 2009
    I have a 2008 that is my daily driver and yes she loves it...
     
  16. RP

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    #16 RP, Sep 16, 2009
    Sisters?
     
  17. SlvSurfer

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    #17 SlvSurfer, Sep 16, 2009
    Isn't that what she is there for? Haha
     
  18. johns930

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    #18 johns930, Sep 16, 2009
    OOOOOOOO................ ur da man!

     
  19. Sareve

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    #19 Sareve, Sep 16, 2009
    How bout getting her a Maser GT?
     
  20. toparkt

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    #20 toparkt, Sep 17, 2009
    ocean front home in Emerald Bay California, or a ski in ski out home
    on Aspen Mountain.......
    such problems !!
     
  21. spyderman

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    #21 spyderman, Sep 19, 2009
    You are right....you are! LOL. ;)
     

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