Workshop recommendations (Sydney)

Hi all,

Looking to have the major service completed on my new to me Ferrari 348. I’ve read a few older threads here, and it seems like some shops are no longer around.

I’ve narrowed down to look at Racing Red and Corsa Veloce. Are they still popular choices?

If there are other recommendations in Sydney, that would be great please!

Thank you

 

Sal at Racing Red

 

Congrats on the new 348 Alex. Any pics?

 

Thanks both, sounds like Sal is a popular one here.

It’s certainly not going to be everyone’s flavour for a Ferrari, but this is how it’s arrived to me. Someone in Japan made some creative styling choices! Despite that, condition wise (paint and interior) it’s in really great shape which was a pleasant surprise, and it also came with the original wheels too

Lots of options about where I take it from here, but getting a proper major service done is my first step.
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The wheels don't look original to me nor the added body trim or wing

 

They aren’t, the original wheels were included separately as spares. The body trim and wing are divisive m, and definitely not original though!

I suspect I’ll be removing them at some point in the future though.

 

I would recommend Rob and his team at https://www.cavallino-corsa.com/.

 

Definitely got the JDM look about it! Any pics from the rear end?

Thanks for sharing man, have fun with it.

 

Sure does! Appreciate it, I’m really looking forward to putting more mileage on it

Judging by your username, it sounds like you might have one as well. Do you have any photos too?


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What a beast!

Yes, I've owned my (neglected) 348 for 19 years this year.

Here is the most recent picture of it from September last year.


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How many km's on your car?

 

PAP is Greek, so he likes rear ends.

 

Post the photo of your car and you in those sexy blue short shorts. THE best photo on FChat, EVER.

 

Dear me, this is twice today I have posted this photo!


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It's just a classic. You look so excited to be on your way to a Greg's spa night.

 

I had to take the Ferrari to get there faster of course, hence my cheeky grin!

 

Looks like I have a lot of catching up to do on this forums history

 

Ian was not impressed that Pap didn't bother with a back, sac and crack wax before he jumped in the spa

 

It's just good manners isn't it?

 

You are going to love it.

 

I'd be more concerned about what else was floating around in that spa that night.

 

There isn't enough wax for that.

 

Like a lamb to the slaughter

 

Congratulations on the 348. A ticket to a world of pain!

I cannot suggest the best place to take your 348 for maintenance in Sydney.

I am not sure about the previous history, however if you're planning on a "major" that's an engine out. Make sure, whilst the engine is out you don't simply change the cam belt. You should also:

replace water pump
replace tensioner bearing (for the cam belt)
check the valve clearances and head torque (this is almost never performed, it's very important)
have a good look at the engine mounts
probably replace the hoses at the front of the engine, at the firewall
depending upon how broke you are after the above, you might want to consider tidying up the engine bay.

I also have a 348. 1992 348 TS #92561

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Pap, I think we need a 348 thread

 

I went a little further and replaced shocks, all hoses (that can be expensive), all insulation in the engine bay, new gearbox plates and new MOTEC unit, sparkplugs and leads, new brake rotors

These bloody cars can run to bigger numbers , latest major service runs just north of $20k

That 348 of yours looks spectacular