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Stitched cavalino vs Embossed

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  1. 458dreamer

    458dreamer Formula Junior

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    The stitched pony is quite popular. But is there any one who prefers the look of the embossed cavalino on headrest ?
    Are there any practical reasons to avoid the stitched cavalino? i.e. does the stitching come loose over the long run?
     
  2. m2g2

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    I think this issue is very dependent on the overall design of the the car, especially the interior. My F430 has the embossed, my Scud has the stitched. I don't believe the stitched version would look good in the tan leather of my F430, maybe if it had Daytona seats, but I think it would have been too much if done in red. Obviously, with the alcantara seats in the Scud, embossing would be out. The stitching is more dramatic in the Scud.

    I like them both ways.

    I've never seen stitching in the cavalino that "let go" or "frayed."
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  3. TheMayor

    TheMayor Ten Time F1 World Champ Rossa Subscribed

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    I like them both. I don't think the stitched ones are worth $1200.
     
  4. PhilNotHill

    PhilNotHill Two Time F1 World Champ Owner

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    Have embossed in 360 (black) and Pcar (beige).

    Stitched looks awesome.
     
  5. Rcktrod

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    I prefer the stitched which to me seems more elegant. It's not worth $1,200 but then neither are the scuderia shields.
     
  6. RobD

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    Stitched looks great, but where do they come up with these prices? Geez.
     
  7. m2g2

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    They charge the most they figure we will pay. I'm sure there is little real cost in the actual embroidery. I've been to a shop and watched 12 ladies doing this at computerized machines. Takes about 5 minutes, start to finish.

    Calipers also. They have to be coated one color or another. Black is free...you want a cool looking set of calipers, oh...$1100.00 please. No additional costs involved, just paying for your heart's desire.

    Ferrari is the original master of marketing, IMHO. My hat's off to them!
     
  8. abz

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    +1
     
  9. 2k7997tt

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    I think the stitched "pops" more. Embossed is more of an understatement.
     
  10. skinguy23

    skinguy23 Formula Junior

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    Big plus on the stitched cav. It does seem out of line to charge $442 or something like that for contrast stitching for the entire interior and then 1200 for the cavallino. Considering what each option costs, the interior contrast stitching is the best value. The dedication plate costs more!
     
  11. Ristretto

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    Luxury car makers know that luxury car buyers are willing to pony up (no pun intended) for the those little extras. And it does not stop there. Compare the price of an oil change on a Toyota v. Ferrari.

    But back to one of the original questions - has anyone had problems with the stitched cavallino, e.g. loose threads, etc.
     
  12. m2g2

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    Again, I have not seen loose threads, etc. on mine, any friend's or used F-Car sitting on a sales floor.

    My head never actually rests on the "headrest" and I don't recall seeing many people driving who drive with the heads resting all the way back on the rest...unless one excessively rubs the upholstery there (like during cleaning, for example), I can't imagine it wearing excessively or coming apart.
     
  13. GRZEPAPA

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    Here you go. This really pops along with the red seat belts!! There was no issure here for me to make the decision. Yes it costs but what the heck!
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  15. Ristretto

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    m2g2 - thanks for reposting and elaborating.
     
  16. Noblesse Oblige

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    On the calipers, flat black is free. Gloss black is $1100.
     
  17. RobD

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    Oh, I understand that completely, but it's to the point where these companies (not just Ferrari) are insulting people's intelligence with these option prices. And it's not like there are only a handful of options for them to pad the profit margin, there are a ton. As you said, a different caliper color doesn't justify that kind of price difference. I can see charging three or four hundred for the stitched Cavallini, but $1200!? Especially if a machine does it in five minutes. People don't like being taken advantage of. I would rather see them increase the car's base price a bit (not a ridiculous amount) and charge somewhat reasonable prices for the options. Buyers order more options, the company makes a similar amount on volume and the owners don't feel taken.
     
  18. peter1020

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    The cavallino rampante is the Ferrari product symbol, one of the most significant ones in the world compared to any product of any kind ever (IMO). I believe you pay for the brand and the signifciance it carries, not for the labor and materials required to do the stitching. To build the significance this little prancing horse has in our minds, it took decades of investments and success in formula 1 racing. Why would they price it any lower than a buyer would be willing to pay fo it?
     
  19. Webraider

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    Why was I NOT charged for the stitched (red) cavallino ?

    Could it be bcos of my leather/alcantara-combo on the race-seats ?

    Just asking.

    Apart from that: I prefer the stitched one.
     
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    Before 2013 if you ordered the racing seats the stitched Cavallino was part of the upgrade. Not no more though :)
     
  21. raclaims

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    I guess I'm in the minority but I prefer it NOT to be stitched.

    I think it draws your eye too much to the seat top. There's so much to see on this car that it can be sensory overload...the embossed is just a classy subtle touch to my eyes.
     
  22. Webraider

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    Lucky me buying my car in 2012 - Ta for the clarification !
     
  23. photonut

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    all options on a f-car are overpriced.
    it is like paying 5 bucks for popcorn in the movie theater.
    we are a captured audience!
     
  24. Ski Bum

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    I agree -- I prefer the subtlety -- though it is a close call with a number of color combinations.
     
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    Is the embossed emblem an extra cost option on the sport seats?
     

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