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Anyone vouch for Sport Auto in Summerfield?

Discussion in 'North & South Carolina' started by dogdoc97, Sep 9, 2012.

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  1. dogdoc97

    dogdoc97 Formula Junior

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    I hear the owner was the founder of Foreign Cars Italia years ago;bought a Maserati from them; they have a Testarossa I saw online; I know that ALL cars should have a PPI, do you trust these guys NOT to; just had an engine out service...dog
     
  2. Ricambi America

    Ricambi America F1 World Champ Sponsor Owner

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    This cannot possibly be a serious question.







    Sport Auto is AWESOME. Lead tech (ferrarioldman, here on Fchat) has probably torn apart more TR's than beers I've had to drink in 45 years. (and that's a lot)




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  3. Europeanroadandracing

    Europeanroadandracing South Carolina Professional Ferrari Technician

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    Couldn't agree more. You are definitely good to go.
     
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    DrStranglove FChat Assassin Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    Tom and Steve are the ONLY people I would buy a car from sight unseen.

    Here is a photo of Steve and I when I picked up my car after a service. What makes it special?

    IT'S CHRISTMAS DAY AT 10AM!!!!!!

    Steve came to the shop on Christmas so I could get my car...! Awesome!
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  5. Deiger

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    I also agree. Steve took some time with me in my search to answer a lot of questions. Even Tom entertained some questions from me about servicing and maintenance. I will definitely be utilizing him through my search for my next car.

    Good luck!

    Deiger
     
  6. BlueRidgeRunner

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    ....and several more since.

    When he sold out to his partner(s), I remained a customer of FCI.
    I also remained a friend and acquaintance of Steve Barney & Company--aka Sport Auto.

    He is a 100% stand up guy.
    If I were in the market for a used high line car, Sport Auto would be at the top of my list to check inventory.
     
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    I am on my fourth ferrari from steve barney and will do business with him again sooner or later. there is no more reliable guy in the business. end of discussion!!!!
     
  8. dogdoc97

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    thnx folks, dog
     
  9. malex

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    Bought my 348 Challenge from Sport Auto back in early 2008. Other than failed hood struts (about a year after Sport Auto had replaced them prior to me buying the car) and a battery that finally died last winter, my has been flawless. They're not the cheapest, but yet another example of the "you get what you pay for" adage.
     
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    bought my 6th car from them last year this time.
     
  11. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    You'd better buy it! LOL!
     
  12. dogdoc97

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    I like the car...he was very forthcoming and told me it needs a new dash; seats redone and a few other things; with that said it puts the car back up in the $55-60K range and I am sure from all the Testa's I have looked at there is likely one that has a better interior etc...HOWEVER, this car have a major last year and he said he could get everyhing done...on the fence, PS My Lotus is supposed to get sold this week; then I can decide what car to get! thnx guys! Dog
     
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    Can't recommend Steve Barney enough. Known him and Tom for thirty years and never heard a cross word spoken. Tough, in this business.

    Pull the trigger!
     
  14. Europeanroadandracing

    Europeanroadandracing South Carolina Professional Ferrari Technician

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    Damn, you guys are old, lol.
     
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    Great place to buy a car. I am lucky they are right down the street from my house. Tom serviced my 355 on many occasions and I bought my Mercedes C63 from them. When I was searching for a 360 they helped me tremendously and had no hard feelings at all when I found my perfect car elsewhere. Class act all the way.
     
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    They are one of the best in my book.
     
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    I bought my first Ferrari from them as well as a BMW.
    Great people.
     
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    Best in the business. Period.
     
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    Bought my 575 6 months ago from Steve Barney and could not have made a better choice.
    Steve is very straight forward, extremely knowledgeable and pleasant as well.
    So is Tom Jones who has the reputation of being one of the best Ferrari techs in the country.
    Because of them, Summerfield, NC is probably one of the best places to buy a pre-owned Prancing Horse machine and I am lucky to be around.
    Best place to buy a TR as far as I am concerned.
     
  20. Fred32097

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    I have had years of experience wit Steve, Tom, and Sport Auto. They are honorable an reliable people. Buy or repair you can't go wrong. They are true experts and will NOT mislead you or take advantage of you. You could give Steve Barney your wallet and you'd be safe.
     
  21. Europeanroadandracing

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    But what about your wallet? lol
     
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    bought a 550 from Steve, would definitely buy from him again.
     

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