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  1. gtu935

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    #1 gtu935, Oct 19, 2014
    For 30 years I wanted a 512bb. Two years ago I gave a 45K deposit on a 100K car. Something felt funny about the car, I pulled out of the deal. I'm kicking myself ever since... I just purchased a 1995 355. Red over Tan spider, black rag, stick shift car. 21K on the clock. Absolutely perfect car. I wanted a 95 model over a newer one because of the intake system of the 95.

    I was tossed. For the $$ I thought a 348 might be the way to go but, my wife has always wanted a 355 so... I went for it. The car is coming out of Florida. We should have possession within two weeks.

    I'm stoked. I can't wait to drive her. However, I may still buy a 348, keeping our 355. Pros and cons? Please chime in.
     
  2. plugzit

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    #2 plugzit, Oct 19, 2014
    Nothing but pro's to having one of each!
     
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    #3 jimmym, Oct 19, 2014
    Congratulations. Get one of each. You will both be happy.
     
  4. Enzojr

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    #4 Enzojr, Oct 19, 2014
    One is good, two is better.
    It is impossible to own to many Ferrari's.
     
  5. gothspeed

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    #5 gothspeed, Oct 22, 2014
    Another 355 ........ awesome!!! post pics when it arrives :)
     
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    #6 thetimekeeper, Oct 23, 2014
    Congrats! Can't wait to see the pics. And just as everyone has said, two F-Cars is not that bad a of a thing!
     
  7. gtu935

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    #7 gtu935, Nov 1, 2014
    Should have the car in a few more days. Stoked !!! I'll post pictures asap
     
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    #8 awacsdavid, Nov 2, 2014
    Congrats!!! I got my first Fcar two weeks ago and have been loving it every day since!!
    In fact, the gf likes it so much she is now looking for her own 355 or 348.
     
  9. Dave rocks

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    #9 Dave rocks, Nov 2, 2014
    Congrats - looking forward to seeing it :)
     
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    #10 Robb, Nov 2, 2014
    Congratulations on the new car. Should be big smiles at the household. We need pictures!

    Robb
     
  11. Shark01

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    #11 Shark01, Nov 2, 2014
    You're not the only one in pain about not grabbing a Boxer at sub $100k levels. That will be a lifelong regret for alot of guys.
     
  12. Shark01

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    #12 Shark01, Nov 2, 2014
    Too similar and both maintanence intensive. Take a look at some different types of cars....how about a V12 550 or Aston? Or a Pantera? Or what I have, a Diablo (also a service hog but in a different way)?
     
  13. gtu935

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    #13 gtu935, Nov 10, 2014
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    #14 355dreamer, Nov 10, 2014
    Awesome car!!! Congrats!!!
     
  15. gothspeed

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    #15 gothspeed, Nov 10, 2014
    Cool!!! ..... :)
     
  16. cuneo

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    #16 cuneo, Nov 10, 2014
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    95's rule IMO. Good choice!!

    Get both, they will make you appreciate the two cars much more. I don't have a 348 but I do wish I had one to compliment my 355. Good problem to have!
     
  17. blue90

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    #17 blue90, Nov 10, 2014
    Wow, car looks great!
     
  18. gtu935

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    #18 gtu935, Nov 17, 2014
    so...50 miles in the Suspension warning light comes on and stays on. Anyone with an insight to any commonalities ????

    Bill
     
  19. gtu935

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  20. TrojanFan

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    #20 TrojanFan, Nov 17, 2014
    Very likely could be a malfunctioning Shock actuator. My light cam on and that was the problem. Very easy to check. You can remove them one at a time while leaving them plugged in to the car. Turn the key and if functioning, you should see the gears turn inside. If they don't, that's most likely the problem. Captain Z (check online) usually can repair them for $125 with upgraded parts. I say usually because mine was seized and they could not fix it. I found a good used one for $200.
     
  21. 97 Spider

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    #21 97 Spider, Nov 18, 2014
    You may know this and I'm just asking so don't take offence but if you are new to 355s are you sure it is the suspension warning light or is it the sport mode light? I believe on a 95 it will light up a picture of a shock when it sport mode. The switch is on the consul maybe you bumped it on.

    Some cars the shock lit up is sport mode (my 97 is this way), some with the shock lit is comfort mode and later cars have a light that says "sport" instead of the shock.

    Just something to check.
     
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    #22 Oengus, Nov 18, 2014
    good call Brian, I think that may be his glitch
     
  23. gtu935

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    #23 gtu935, Nov 19, 2014
    good info, thanks
     

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