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  1. slm

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    #1 slm, Oct 17, 2016
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    After a few years of being away from Ferrari ownership and only ever owning mid/rear engine cars, I have finally taken the leap and bought an F12. I figured it was time learned what all the fuss with the front engined V12s were about. I could not be more pleased. The car is fantastic and worth all the accolades given it here and in the press.

    I was able to put a few miles on it over the weekend, but i can see it will take some time to get used to the power, balance, steering, etc. It is quite different from everything else I have owned. I think it will be one of those cars that I will learn something about every time I take it out.

    I need to thank Tony Nevotti, Craig Becker, and Ryan Dohongne for a great transaction and a fantastic car. Everyone at Ferrari of Houston has been great to work with.
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  2. saraojo

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    #2 saraojo, Oct 17, 2016
    Congrats. Fix the pictures so we can admire with ease
     
  3. slm

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    #3 slm, Oct 17, 2016
    done!
     
  4. saraojo

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    #4 saraojo, Oct 17, 2016
    The lines look amazing. Is that argento nurbring?
     
  5. deltona

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    #5 deltona, Oct 17, 2016
    Great looking car, congratulations!

    Looks like Argento Nurburgring?


    I like the contrast of the silver to the dark wheels. Are the wheels 458 style?
     
  6. slm

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    #6 slm, Oct 17, 2016
    Thanks. Yes it is argento. IMHO, one of the best colors on this car. Really does accentuate the lines. It has a very impressive presence.
     
  7. slm

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    #7 slm, Oct 17, 2016
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    Thanks. I was told that these are very similar to the LaFerrari wheels... I really like how simple they are. Here is a bit better pic. Sorry, but all are cell pics so not the best.
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  8. Nelsonc275

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    #8 Nelsonc275, Oct 17, 2016
    Congrats! Beautiful car.
     
  9. Sir_Ferrari

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    #9 Sir_Ferrari, Oct 17, 2016
    Congratulations! Your F12 Berlinetta looks great!
     
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    #10 rob lay, Oct 17, 2016
    I loved that car, I looked at it online several times. :) congrats, let me know the driving experience as I'm interested in that direction too.
     
  11. tikitiki

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    #11 tikitiki, Oct 17, 2016
    Beautiful car, congrats.
     
  12. not4one

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    #12 not4one, Oct 17, 2016
    Looks great. Give us all your impressions.
     
  13. rockitman

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    #13 rockitman, Oct 17, 2016
    Congrats ! It's an amazing car.
     
  14. kev360

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    #14 kev360, Oct 17, 2016
    Congrats! A beautiful F12!!
     
  15. Nautilus12

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    #15 Nautilus12, Oct 17, 2016
    Congrats! Looks amazing
     
  16. dustman

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    #16 dustman, Oct 18, 2016
    Wow, stunning.
     
  17. slm

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    #17 slm, Oct 18, 2016
    Thanks all. had a really nice day here yesterday and had some time to took it out for a drive. This car is an absolute AXE MURDERER as far as power and acceleration. Just amazing. However, it feels well balanced. Given the HP and steering ratio, needs gentle inputs from throttle and steering. It feels light. Very different from the mid-engine cars I
    am used to, but in a good way. It is a keeper.
     
  18. saraojo

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    #18 saraojo, Oct 18, 2016
    Yea I was very impressed with my f12 test drive months ago. Can't get that sound with accompanying acceleration out of my head. Its making me reconsider my future plan on adding a 488 spider.
     
  19. slm

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    #19 slm, Oct 18, 2016
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    I was planning on getting a 458 spider and then getting on the list for a 488 spider. I think the F12 is so good I will stay with it. Doesn't hurt that I have to rear engine cars with tops that go down in the barn with the F12!

    Better pic of the wheels.
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  20. Caeruleus11

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    #20 Caeruleus11, Oct 18, 2016
    Congratulations! Beautiful car!
     
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    #21 Ferrari 360 CS, Oct 18, 2016
    Congratulations, stunning car and that colour does really show off the lines very well.
     
  22. saraojo

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    #22 saraojo, Oct 18, 2016
    Haven't seen those wheels on a f12 before, was that an option? Are they forged?
     
  23. slm

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    #23 slm, Oct 18, 2016
    Was an option.
     
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    #24 OC3, Oct 18, 2016
    Love the wheels and spec! Congrats and enjoy :)
     
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    #25 NYKSwiss, Oct 20, 2016
    Congratulations, these pictures make me even more convinced on my Nurburg Argento. Nice choice!
     
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