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Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by Zeus355, Jan 14, 2025.

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  1. Zeus355

    Zeus355 Rookie

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    Joel Parker
    #1 Zeus355, Jan 14, 2025
    Hi there - just about to take a 13,750 mile 2013 458 Spider into a local dealership for a PPI.
    What are the known issues in these cars? My reading suggests they're fairly bullet proof but one owner did describe needing a wheel bearing replaced. Any mechanical top related issues?

    Thanks in advance. Should I pull the trigger, I'll most likely purchase a 2-year added warranty.

    TIA. Looking forward to jumping into Ferrari ownership.

    P.S. I will search this Forum as well. Just looking for some additional current data.
     
  2. PMiranda

    PMiranda Formula Junior

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    #2 PMiranda, Jan 14, 2025
    To me the biggest PITA is electrical gremlins. More than one drive cycle during a test to see if there are any new warning lights, radio stops working, etc after some battery drain.
     
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  3. Snapshift

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    #3 Snapshift, Jan 14, 2025
    Leaking shocks, poor seatbelt retraction, undertray missing parts/ bolts, Transmission issues (Rare in later models) Electrical gremlins, TPMS system and sender age, Maintenance history, Pull codes,top usually no problems. Infotainment system funky. f dealer will give warranty you are probably in great shape. Good Luck.
     
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  4. Bob in Texas

    Bob in Texas F1 Rookie

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    #4 Bob in Texas, Jan 14, 2025
    As above plus...I think the number one issue affecting 458"s Battery, battery, battery. Check the age. If more than 3-4 years replace and save yourself some future issues. 458's are especially sensitive to low voltage.
     
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  5. ShadowLAP

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    #5 ShadowLAP, Jan 14, 2025
    I have a February 2015 build date 458 Spider and the car is bullet proof. I purchased it as the 3rd owner with 5,200 miles and now have 12,800. I replaced the tires a couple of years ago and just last year put in its 3rd battery for peace of mind. Other than annual maintenances there have been no needed repairs. I have continued the extended warranty and plan to keep it in force until it max's out.
     
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  6. tindale

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    #6 tindale, Jan 14, 2025
    Awesome info as I am also on the hunt for a 458. Hope to commit to one in the next month .
     
  7. F-Serge

    F-Serge Formula 3

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    #7 F-Serge, Jan 14, 2025
    electronics failing and leaking shocks have been the biggest issues for me so far
     
  8. Widebody_Don

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    #8 Widebody_Don, Jan 15, 2025
    I have a 2015 458 Spider. She is much better with a lithium battery
     
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