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The new 355 GTS has arrived but so did the cops?

Discussion in '348/355' started by PorscheGuy, Jan 18, 2011.

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  1. PorscheGuy

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    #1 PorscheGuy, Jan 18, 2011
    So excited. I get home from my trip and my new car has arrived. I have to take it for a spin right? I get it out on the interstate and get my first real 8500 RPM run with that lovely capristo sound and get my first speeding ticket within 30 seconds. Some pics to post this weekend but what a downer on an otherwise lovely drive.
     
  2. PorscheGuy

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    #2 PorscheGuy, Jan 18, 2011
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    forgot the Pic! I tried the obvious "this is my first ferrari" and really - I do have insurance on this car and of course - yes I realize I'm driving without plates.
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  3. fatbillybob

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    #3 fatbillybob, Jan 18, 2011
    sorry had to laugh. karma baby for every good thing that happens something bad evens it out.
     
  4. UConn Husky

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    #4 UConn Husky, Jan 18, 2011
    WOW...well sorry to hear...but on the bright side, hey at least it wasn't stolen out of your garage or anything ;)

    To put it in perspective, the maintenance costs will easily dwarf a speeding ticket! :D
     
  5. m5guy

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    #5 m5guy, Jan 18, 2011
    Classic story! Oh well, somewhere out there on a law enforcement forum, there is a cop starting a thread that says, "So excited, I'm back from vacation. My first speeding ticket written for 2011 and I caught a Ferrari!"
     
  6. cuneo

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    #6 cuneo, Jan 18, 2011
    Bummer dude, he was probably bored. Most of the guys here in Cali just want to see the engine.
     
  7. GerryD

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    #7 GerryD, Jan 18, 2011
    When I saw the thread heading, I thought is was another one by Tony. :)
     
  8. PKF355

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    #8 PKF355, Jan 18, 2011
    So here it goes....

    Fresh major service on a F355: $8000.
    Brand new Capristo exhaust: $4000.
    Speeding ticket for doing 90 in 65: $280.

    To hear your freshly serviced F355 with a Cappy singing at 8500rpm right before you see those red and blue lights in your rear view mirror: PRICELESS !!!!!

    Welcome to F355 Ownership. :D



    ps. It's time to invest in a V1 now.
     
  9. rydermike

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    #9 rydermike, Jan 18, 2011
    Upside is it prolly woulda had been a bigger ticket in a P car given the higher speeds ....... unless in a boxster!!!
     
  10. plugzit

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    #10 plugzit, Jan 19, 2011
    Yeah, in a boxster he would probably have given you a sympathy ticket.
     
  11. rydermike

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    #11 rydermike, Jan 19, 2011
    Or asked if your wife/GF knew you were out beating on HER car!!
     
  12. SKUSA

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    #12 SKUSA, Jan 19, 2011
    Congrats on getting your 355. Sorry to hear about getting pulled over. The same thing happened to me in the early 90's when I got my 300z twin turbo. About 3 blocks from home on the first outing.
     
  13. sambomydog

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    #13 sambomydog, Jan 19, 2011
    Congrats on getting the car finaly. Now wasnt the level one Cappy the right choice? Like some of us saud;)
     
  14. BLAMPEE

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    #14 BLAMPEE, Jan 19, 2011
    What a great way to break her in.....

    YOu'll NEVER forget your first drive!!!1

    :p:p:p
     
  15. Night life

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    #15 Night life, Jan 19, 2011
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    Join the club Bro :D as you can see from my avatar lol he noticed me taking a picture from my side mirror I was taking it to capture my scripture with him in view :D

    Read my mirror carefully
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  16. agup48

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    #16 agup48, Jan 19, 2011
    :D

    That's great Mr. Butabi ;):)
     
  17. NeuroBeaker

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    #17 NeuroBeaker, Jan 19, 2011
    LOL!! "Objects in mirror are losing" - that's hilarious! :D

    Many thanks,
    Andrew.
     
  18. pearsonhaus

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    #18 pearsonhaus, Jan 19, 2011
    :)

    Bummer...
     
  19. 355azul

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    #19 355azul, Jan 19, 2011
    Perfect!
    :D

    Welcome to the club PorscheGuy!
    (what can I offer you so you change your nick?)
    ;)
     
  20. PorscheGuy

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    #20 PorscheGuy, Jan 19, 2011
    Yep. Love the Capristo. I may go for the Hyperflows next.
     
  21. sambomydog

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    #21 sambomydog, Jan 19, 2011
    Lol! Oh yes indeed:)
     
  22. FBI

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    #22 FBI, Jan 19, 2011
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  23. AceMaster

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    #23 AceMaster, Jan 19, 2011
    LMAO!!! That is good, Roberto
     
  24. Sandy Eggo

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    #24 Sandy Eggo, Jan 19, 2011
    Lol. I had same sticker on my rearview mirror in the M5 for a few years. Loved it so much I made it my "Sig" when I upgraded to Rossa recently.

    Awesome car Jeff, congrats!!!
     
  25. wazie7262

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    #25 wazie7262, Jan 20, 2011
    See...you should have bought a 308...even when it sounds like you're going fast, you really aren't. LOL. In a 355, sound and fury...and speed truly go together :-o Sorry you got popped :-(
     
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