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Discussion in '348/355' started by FDT, Dec 23, 2010.

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  1. FDT

    FDT Formula Junior

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    #1 FDT, Dec 23, 2010
    Well I did it. I purchased my dream. I bought a 95 355 6 speed GTS. I have been searching for over 7 months and had actually reached agreements with several dealers to buy a car only to find that the car was misrepresented or I had been lied to. Several dealers basically told me where to go when I questioned to much. I hope my patience has paid off. The car I bought and am anxiously waiting for has a few more miles on it then I would have liked (36k) but it is the colors I wanted (red/tan) and it was very well documented. The PPI went well so I took the leap. I believe I paid a little bit too much but after reading everyones comments over the last few months I elected to go with as well a sorted out vehicle as I could find and afford.

    I want to thank every one for thier comments and advice that you never even know you were giving. I followed copter johns tribulations as he attempted to sell his beatiful 348, thought hard about it when the price dropped but my heart was with a 355. I drooled after Robbies Yellow car but I have wanted the gated shifter since watching Magnum in my teen years. I studied every photo concerning Sandy's major. At one point I asked the group about Bryan at VIP motors in San Jose, I had one person comment that he was a true enthusiast that could be trusted, I appreciate that advise and so far my experience with VIP has been pretty good. I will let everyone know for sure once the car arrives.

    I am looking forward to getting to know the car and having a deep meaningful relationship with a lifelong dream. Any suggestions on what to do once it arrives.

    Thanks to all the contributors, I appreciate everything.
     
  2. Sandy Eggo

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    #2 Sandy Eggo, Dec 23, 2010
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    Congrats Ric!

    Suggest you mash the loud pedal and be forever smitten.

    Need pics!!!!!
     
  3. NeuroBeaker

    NeuroBeaker Advising Moderator
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    #3 NeuroBeaker, Dec 23, 2010
    Gaze lovingly at it for a moment and then go for a drive. ;)

    Congratulations Ric!! :D

    All the best,
    Andrew.
     
  4. FDT

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    #4 FDT, Dec 23, 2010
    I will post pics once car arrives, should be late next week.
     
  5. sambomydog

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    #5 sambomydog, Dec 23, 2010
    Congratulations of your new Ferrari. Looking forward to seeing the pictures.
     
  6. plugzit

    plugzit F1 Veteran
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    #6 plugzit, Dec 23, 2010
    Great choice on '95 2.7!
    Mileage should be a non-issue at 36k. 15 year-old car, that's 2400mi per year or so. Barely 200 a month, so just enough to maybe keep the cylinder walls and bearings wet and the seals flexible. I think I would prefer more to less on that model.
    Now, drive it like ya stole it!


    BTW, real Cobra?
     
  7. troy_wood

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    #7 troy_wood, Dec 23, 2010
    Congrats Ric. This is as good as life gets.
     
  8. yelcab

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    #8 yelcab, Dec 23, 2010
    you bought a good car. It is coming out of bay area right? That is my friend's car. I drove it once. No issues, right owner(s), great color. Too bad he SOLD the challenge grill (fool!)
     
  9. 355dreamer

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    #9 355dreamer, Dec 23, 2010
    Congrats. You can't pay too much for a nice 95 GTS by the way. Best of the best!
     
  10. copterjon

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    #10 copterjon, Dec 23, 2010
    Congratulations on a great purchase!:)
     
  11. jmiff348

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    #11 jmiff348, Dec 23, 2010
    Congrats! Anxious to see pics (even the dealer's pics would be OK for now). :)
     
  12. INTMD8

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    #12 INTMD8, Dec 23, 2010
    Congratulations, you're going to love it!
     
  13. PAP 348

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    #13 PAP 348, Dec 24, 2010
    Congrats Ric!! Looking forward to seeing pics! :):)
     
  14. ferrari 512 tr

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    #14 ferrari 512 tr, Dec 24, 2010
    congrats brother
    even a pic of another 355 in the same colour would make us relax more
     
  15. davehelms

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    #15 davehelms, Dec 24, 2010

    That could well be the Looongest week of your life waiting for that shipment!!!

    Congrats!
     
  16. jmiff348

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    #16 jmiff348, Dec 24, 2010
    LOL! Yes! A pic of someone else's baby... Genius! :D
     
  17. captglen

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    #17 captglen, Dec 24, 2010
    Congrates and welcome to the other side!
     
  18. FBI

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    #18 FBI, Dec 24, 2010
    Well you cant ask for a better gift than that under the tree
    Congrats on a fine purchase, Many happy miles to you.

    Cheer's
     
  19. Dohangs

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    #19 Dohangs, Dec 24, 2010
    Congratulations! Welcome to the club.
     
  20. f355jimv

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    #20 f355jimv, Dec 24, 2010
    Welcome to the club!

    Enjoy her.
     
  21. full_garage

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    #21 full_garage, Dec 24, 2010
    Well Done!

    My car had 30K on it when I purchased it- and I think many here can agree that cars with reasonable miles and a continuous history of being DRIVEN rather than stored have less problems.

    After two very finicky fcars my 355 has been absolutely reliable-

    Now drive it HARD...
     
  22. rbellezza

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    #22 rbellezza, Dec 24, 2010
    Congratulations !
     
  23. jim94-348

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    #23 jim94-348, Dec 25, 2010
    Congrats! You are going to love it.
     
  24. rachidbaligh

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    #24 rachidbaligh, Dec 25, 2010
    Enjoy in good health!
     
  25. FDT

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    #25 FDT, Dec 28, 2010
    Thanks for al the well wishes. I will post some photos soon. YELC thanks for letting me know it is a good car, yes from the bay area. Anxious and a little apprehensive at the same time.
     
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