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The (newer) 550 Barchetta showroom thread

Discussion in 'Detailing & Showroom' started by Alex_V, Aug 18, 2010.

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  1. Alex_V

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    I searched and found a thread about the 550 Barchetta here in the showroom; it hadn't been updated since 2004 and most of the pictures don't even load anymore.
    And that's a damn shame!! ;)
    This car caught my attention the first time I saw a picture of it, and still does. Such a good looking machine!!
    So, let's get a new thread going for it and load it with great photos.
    Of course, I need to re-subscribe, so for now I'll be starting off with a link to some great pictures posted recently (I also host parties and don't buy beer, just for the record ;) )

    http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=282516

    Keep em' comin!
     
    Alex_V, Aug 18, 2010
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  2. BigP1202

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  3. WarrenF355

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    Definitely one of my favorites! And don't shoot me, but I think it's better looking than the 575 SA. I am a fan of the roll hoops.
     
    WarrenF355, Aug 19, 2010
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  4. GuyIncognito

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    same here. 575 SA is unique; 550 Barchetta is beautiful.
     
    GuyIncognito, Aug 19, 2010
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  5. BigP1202

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    +1
     
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    +2
     
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  7. Ferrari 360 CS

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    Strange thing is when the 550 Barchetta came out I didnt like it but over time the shape has just grown on me and yes I think it does look much better than the SA.
     
    Ferrari 360 CS, Aug 20, 2010
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  8. Zlaatan

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    I did not like the Barchetta when I first saw pics of it. However that all changed when I was down in Surfers Paradise and heard this glorious noice a few blocks away, then 20sec later a gorgeous red Barchetta drove by and it was love at first sight!

    It simply blew the Gallardo I'd seen 30mins earlier out of the water!
     
    Zlaatan, Aug 21, 2010
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  10. ferrariKP

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    Gorgeous...;)
     
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    Always wondered: Does the 550 Barchetta have any sort of top? It looks like those roll bars would get in the way...
     
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  12. Ligu

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    Yes, it does, but it's one of the ugliest tops ever seen!
     
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  13. Ligu

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    After such beautiful pictures, how can anyone compete an decide to share more images of the 550 barchetta?!?
    Damn, you just killed the thread!!! :)
     
    Ligu, Aug 23, 2010
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    Beside the bumps for the roll hoops I really like the lines with the soft-top on. A hardtop with those lines would have looked fantastic.
     
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  16. stokpro

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    Nice shot Peter!

    +1

    Agreed, it has "aged" well over time. Though not a 12 cyl, GT or convertible, I think the CS will also become a cult classic.
     
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    Unfortunately I have to disagree. The way the top sits and attaches it just looks like a last minute addition that they scrambled to get together. It just looks too cheaply made. I love the look of the car, but that top ... Leaves something to be desired.
     
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  24. CornersWell

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    Just to be clear, this is NOT the factory soft-top. This is an after-market top.

    Unfortunately, the factory version is just awful. We've never put it on once.

    CW
     
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    The factory top is so complicated if you got caught in the run it would likely have stopped raining by the time the roof had been put on the car.
     
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