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My New F430

Discussion in 'Detailing & Showroom' started by drago1919, May 14, 2005.

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  1. CChung

    CChung Formula Junior

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    #26 CChung, May 16, 2005
    Thanks for sharing all those beautiful pics of your car. How about a nice shot of the full side of the car? BTW, did you buy a car that someone was flipping or were you one of the first ones on the wait list at the Auto Gallery? If you were the latter that gives me hope that someone who hasn't done any business with a dealership before, being your first Ferrari, can actually get one of the first F430s that come out. Thanks again.
     
  2. TexasMike

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    #27 TexasMike, May 16, 2005
    Thanks for the pictures. Same color combo I would have chosen.
     
  3. Pete Wall

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    #28 Pete Wall, May 16, 2005
    Thanks for sharing those images, Sanford. Welcome to the group.

    I loved the first lot of exterior shots - looks a 'serious' car. More so than in other images I've seen.

    Thanks too for highlighting some of the special interior features/designs.

    I'm sure you'll have loads of fun with the car.

    regards,
    Pete
     
  4. vanny

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    #29 vanny, May 16, 2005
    would you give us a narrative on it drives.the feel the handling etc. thanks van
     
  5. exoticalex

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    #30 exoticalex, May 16, 2005
    Stunning pictures of a beautiful F430! How many miles have you driven it, and how has the experience been? ENJOY!!!
     
  6. F2003-GA

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    #31 F2003-GA, May 16, 2005
    GORGEOUS,CONGRAT'S. Did you get the F430 from the dealer or elsewhere?
     
  7. Chiaro_Slag

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    #32 Chiaro_Slag, May 16, 2005
    So beautiful, congrats!

    So, being your first Ferrari - How does one go about getting a 430? DO you have to pay a bit over sticker?

    THanks in advance!
     
  8. PMDDMD

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    #33 PMDDMD, May 16, 2005
    Wow! What a way to start! Congrats on a stunning car!
     
  9. drago1919

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    #34 drago1919, May 16, 2005
    The car came with 90 miles on it, I've added about 150 more. I've been trying to be patient and not open it up completely until the 600 mile point; so my opinions are a somewhat limited right now. Here's what I can comment on so far:

    F1 transmission: Simply unbelievable! It did take a little while to get used to, but after a couple hours I'm a believer. The shifting through the gears is rock solid, and very smooth. While it's not my pick for driving rush-hour traffic here in LA, in the canyons and around turns it performs very well. Dropping from 4th to 2nd is extremely quick and precise. That being said, in traffic at lower speeds, it's not at all ideal - the shifting from 1st to 2nd get's a little rough at low speed traffic, I personally solved this by easing up on the throttle between the shift to help smooth out the shift... But then again, why would anybody think of driving this thing in bumper to bumper traffic ).

    Handling: The car is light, agile and extremely responsive. Having gone through Mullholland here (the canyons), the car first felt like it was too light (reminded me of my 300zx turbo when I was a kid) but that's not the case at all. It takes the hard turns extremely well; the fast shifting and great throttle response make the canyons a blast. At the end of the day, the car is light, but that's not a shortcoming. It's agile around tight turns and feels glued to the damn road.

    Sound: There's a nice balance here. At lower RPM's the exhaust system keeps the car semi-quiet (unlike my 996 turbo w/ Europipe). At around 4000 RPM the exhaust seems to open up and there's a very unique throaty "growl" from the engine - it sounds phenomenal. At around 6000 RPM the engine starts to scream, sounds like an F1. I haven't taken it above 6000 yet, so that's all I know.

    Attention Getter: Okay.. So I got the Ferrari and I knew it would turn some heads, yeah and red didn't help.. But, honestly, this car get's noticed a lot more than I thought it would. First day, in the middle of a busy road here in LA, a kid jumps out of his car and starts taking pictures. Yells out to me, "awesome car man, didn't even know the 430's were out yet!". Every single day so far, and my commute is only 5 miles, someone stops me and say's something nice about the car. It's a blast having something that's appreciated that much my others, but be prepared ).


    Sanford
     
  10. furmano

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    #35 furmano, May 16, 2005
    OMG, that thing is sweeeet!!! Mmmmm, that leather smells so good. More detail shots of the engine please. Put that camera in deep and start shooting.

    -F
     
  11. zjpj

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    #36 zjpj, May 16, 2005
    What a gorgeous car. Enjoy it!
     
  12. Boots79

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    #37 Boots79, May 16, 2005
    VERY hot car!
     
  13. All ON U

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    #38 All ON U, May 16, 2005
    Congrats on your purchase. You have a made a bautiful choice for a first ferrari! Wishing you lots of fun with your new car.
     
  14. Doug.

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    #39 Doug., May 16, 2005
    Very nice! Those are some of the best quality pics I have ever seen on FChat.
     
  15. HIGHROLLERM85

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    #40 HIGHROLLERM85, May 16, 2005
    The 430 is going to go down in auto-history as one of the best Ferraris. Great pics! I saw the 430 & 430 spider at the NY autoshow. Both looked great.
     
  16. beckhammania23

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    #41 beckhammania23, May 17, 2005
    good question

    and concrats with yor new car.
     
  17. jaturon

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    #42 jaturon, May 17, 2005
    Congrat, awesome car.
     
  18. drago1919

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    #43 drago1919, May 17, 2005
    The shots were taken with a Canon 1DS Mark II w/ a 50mm lens.

    Sanford
     
  19. TexasF355F1

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    #44 TexasF355F1, May 17, 2005
    Beautiful car, but of course you already knew that. Great snap shots of it too. Keep us posted on how awesome the car is.
     
  20. Dino 208gt4

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    #45 Dino 208gt4, May 17, 2005
    Nice car to start with!!
     
  21. Cavallini

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    #46 Cavallini, May 17, 2005
    Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous. Enjoy and congratulations.


    Forza,


    Cavallini
     
  22. 2JZMadison

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    #47 2JZMadison, May 17, 2005
    I loved your car so much, I had to make a wallpaper...

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    :D :)
     
  23. erdero

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    #48 erdero, May 17, 2005
    i love the f430, and i'm so jealous. i bet taking through the canyons is a real blast, and it'll only get better after the 600 mile mark! Lucky dog!
     
  24. Patman36

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    #49 Patman36, May 18, 2005
    My impression as well. What kind of camera are you using if I might ask?

    Patrick :)

    Edit: Saw your post, thanks!
     
  25. F360CDC

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    #50 F360CDC, May 18, 2005
    Very Nice! Your car looks great. Congratulations and thanks for posting the pictures.
     
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