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Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by IanD1, Apr 6, 2022.

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  1. IanD1

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    Hi,

    Just thought I'd jump on and see what people thoughts are on my first venture into the Ferrari world. It's a 2017 488 gtb in Blue Swaters with a decent spec. Just about every csrbon option including the interior door panels which are really nice, but maybe a little ott. Also got the carbon racing seats, lifter, upgraded hifi, car play, passenger display. It's got just over 7k miles, so it's been used, but not excessive.

    I woudl have been more than happy with a Corsa Rosa car, but this one seems quite nice and subtle with the slightly darker blue than TDF.

    All pretty much agreed and just need to decide if the wheels would suit being more of a dark silver, but it
    definitely works as it is.

    thanks
     

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  2. Viperjoe

    Viperjoe F1 Rookie Silver Subscribed

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    Beautiful car; great spec. Congratulations and enjoy in good health.
     
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  3. Eatpies99

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    That looks absolutely incredible
     
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  4. mkraft3003

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    Looks awesome and congrats. Only problem I see is they installed the steering wheel on the wrong side. :):)
     
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  5. RoadRonin

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    Great spec. I'm personally a fan of carbon fiber door panels but I am biased. Have them on my F8 Spider.
     
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  6. axlesofevil

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    Nah, that's rubbish if you give it to me I can dispose of it for you... ;)
     
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  7. villaraptor

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    Beautiful! That's a nice one! Congrats.
     
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  8. Bandit23

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    that's brilliant spec 488 and even better first Ferrari purchase
    yes the wheels darker would look more aggressive- as is looks the classic look

    enjoy in good health
     
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  9. Cigarzman

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    Nah , they just let the passenger drive.
    That is one snazzy looking rig though.
     
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  10. blkdiablo33

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    thats a beautiful example of a 488 ,congrats
     
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    Gorgeous 488! Big congratulations and enjoy!
     
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    Nothing better than goldrake racing seats. Love that snug fit!

    Congratulations and drive safe out there!


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  13. 3POINT8

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    sweet spec good work
     
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  14. mdrums

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    Race seats ….for the win! Super cool!
     
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    Beautiful!! The 488s wear darker colors extremely well IMO- especially the blues- TdF, Swaters, Pozzi etc.

    The wheels are great- look perfect with the Swaters- if they wear on you there are countless wheel options.

    Buy it and enjoy the hell out of it.

    Cheers :cool:
     
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    Beautiful enjoy!


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    Dang that’s a nice color
     
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    GREAT CAR , ENJOY HER
     
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  19. IanD1

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    Thanks for all the really positive and encouraging comments... very much appreciated. Can’t wait to pick it up and get a few more photos posted!
     
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    Love the colour
     
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    Steering is on the Right side
     
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    :):)
     
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    What a great start!
     
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  24. xBox

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    Great looking car congrats.

    Also, my dealer, good bunch of chaps :)
     
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    Beautiful car!!!
    Drive it in good health. Be ready to answer lots of questions and have lots of pictures taken by admirers.
    Don't be surprised if you find yourself going out to the garage just to stare at it many times without a reason....... It's normal:)

    Regards,
    GG
     
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