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Discussion in '360/430' started by Pete Schweaty, Dec 17, 2023.

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  1. Pete Schweaty

    Pete Schweaty Formula Junior

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    #1 Pete Schweaty, Dec 17, 2023
    After several years of going back and forth on it, I just picked up my first F car. I am beyond elated and still don't believe I actually did it. I picked up a 2005 f430 F1 with about 35,000 miles on it. Had the chance to take it for its first drive yesterday . . . what a machine! I am sure I will be back with tons of questions as I come to them, but I am thrilled to be here. That's all, just wanted to share. Cheers!


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  2. Plainview

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    #2 Plainview, Dec 17, 2023
    Beautiful! Enjoy!
     
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  3. kestrou

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    #3 kestrou, Dec 17, 2023
    Considering your "join date" of 2014 - you've got to be dancing! :D

    Kevin
     
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  4. colorfull

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    #4 colorfull, Dec 17, 2023
    Congratulations! Beautiful F430!
     
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  5. GogglesPisano

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    #5 GogglesPisano, Dec 17, 2023
    Congrats! Looks beautiful
     
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  6. Pete Schweaty

    Pete Schweaty Formula Junior

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    #6 Pete Schweaty, Dec 17, 2023
    Lol, yeah. I have been kicking the idea around for about 9 years I guess!
     
  7. mchas

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    #7 mchas, Dec 17, 2023
    Awesome congrats! Love that you built a little garage just for it
     
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  8. Pete Schweaty

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    #8 Pete Schweaty, Dec 17, 2023
    Yeah. You can tell I bought the car a little before it was done! Time to get it finished.
     
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  9. DrPaul

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    #9 DrPaul, Dec 17, 2023
    Congrats! Welcome to the club! Yours has the same color scheme as mine. Love it!
     
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  10. WashingtonFerrari61

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    #10 WashingtonFerrari61, Dec 17, 2023
    I’m super happy for you, we all remember this day when we bought our first one.
     
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  11. E60 M5

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    #11 E60 M5, Dec 17, 2023
    Congrats!!
    Get used to her slowly, be safe and enjoy!!
     
  12. LB430

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    #12 LB430, Dec 17, 2023
    Oh man, I was supposed to see this car on Friday at Chicago Motor Cars but the sales person contacted me early in the morning and told me the car had been sold! Congrats on the purchase!

    I know the car was listed for about $115 K. If you don't mind telling us, what was the final price agree to? I'm just curious as to the market right now, and my search continues…
     
  13. Pete Schweaty

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    #13 Pete Schweaty, Dec 18, 2023
    I offered 105 and they came back with 112. TBH, I think it was worth the 115 and probably would have paid that if they stood firm. It had a new clutch, throwout bearing and 2 year service ($15k total) 700 miles ago.
     
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  14. RedNeck

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    #14 RedNeck, Dec 18, 2023
    Congrats!
     
  15. oc23

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    #15 oc23, Dec 18, 2023
    Congrats! I hope to post something similar soon. It must be an amazing feeling.
     
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  16. LB430

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    #16 LB430, Dec 18, 2023
    Thanks--definitely a fair price given the recent service that was performed. Congrats again on the purchase!

    Also--when you get a chance, would love to see a video so I can hear that Fabspeed exhaust.


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  17. KC360 FL

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    #17 KC360 FL, Dec 18, 2023
    NICE!
    When I got my 360 I found myself opening the entry door to the garage from my kitchen just to admire it--- alot! After over six years I still have to look back at it when I park it anywhere :)

    Enjoy it ! Every minute you own it.
     
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  18. Pete Schweaty

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    #18 Pete Schweaty, Dec 18, 2023
    Here you go. It still has the factory manifolds on it, so when they are replaced (soon) I hope it sounds even better.
     

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  19. Flyingbrick242

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    #19 Flyingbrick242, Dec 18, 2023
    Congrats...i own the exact same color scheme...For X-Mas I see a micro fiber duster under the tree.
    Welcome to the family.
    Happy Holidays
     
  20. Some Guy in the sky

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    #20 Some Guy in the sky, Dec 18, 2023
    There is nothing like being able to drive a Ferrari (Schweaty) balls out.
     
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  21. LB430

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    #21 LB430, Dec 18, 2023
    Sounds awesome--thanks for sharing!


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  22. Mario Andretti

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    #22 Mario Andretti, Dec 18, 2023
    Congrats! I also built a garage just for it, only mine was not ready in time... she was in storage for a year :(
     
  23. brookliner7

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    #23 brookliner7, Dec 18, 2023
    Awesomeness ! Looks like you didn’t waste any time in between finishing the garage to getting the car!

    Looks like a nice black on black spec!
     
  24. FastRice

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    #24 FastRice, Dec 18, 2023
    Congratulations, totally agree on how you feel! Love mine and I too often go out in the garage just to look at Monica (named her after the hottest Italian girl Monica Bellucci). I think you got a very good deal I paid more for my 2007 with 35k on it and it also has a new clutch and such with a few more options and already had the fabspped cats and manifold on her.
    Enjoy!!!
     
  25. Gabmar

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    #25 Gabmar, Dec 18, 2023
    Congratulations, Car looks great. Wish you many years of driving fun.
     
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