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Discussion in '348/355' started by foxnick348, Feb 24, 2008.

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  1. foxnick348

    foxnick348 Karting

    Nov 22, 2007
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    Nick Fox
    #1 foxnick348, Feb 24, 2008
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    Hey Everyone,

    I've been a Porsche driver for about 12 years now and have finally made the jump to Ferrari.

    Just purchased a 1992 Ferrari 348 GTB in Nero Black with Tan Leather.

    Car has 20K miles and all required service performed by Authorized Ferrari Dealer.

    Only mod I can see is a very nice sounding Tubi Exhaust.

    The only thing I've added so far are new chrome prancing horses front and back and a polished steel shift knob.

    I'm located in South-Eastern Wisconsin on the border of Illinois.

    I am posting the only pic I have so far, as it's been too cold here to even drive it.

    Nick
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  2. TheOnlyest

    TheOnlyest Formula 3

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    #2 TheOnlyest, Feb 24, 2008
    Congrats!! Welcome to F-chat & the Brotherhood!!
     
  3. FandLcars

    FandLcars F1 Rookie

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    #3 FandLcars, Feb 24, 2008
    Congrats! I also bought a 348 last month... a TS Red/Tan. Black/Tan is an awesome combination, though. Too bad you can't drive it yet. We'd all love to see more pics of your car!

    Rick
     
  4. Simon^2

    Simon^2 F1 World Champ

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    #4 Simon^2, Feb 24, 2008
    Looks great in black. Congrats.
     
  5. UConn Husky

    UConn Husky F1 Rookie

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    #5 UConn Husky, Feb 24, 2008
    Never too cold to drive it, only too snowy!

    Congrats, looks fantastic! The Tubi sound is intoxicating, you'll feel like Schumacher.
     
  6. Bullfighter

    Bullfighter Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #6 Bullfighter, Feb 24, 2008
    Welcome. Nero/tan is where it's at! ;)

    Is it a GTB or a TB? I thought the GTBs were all Euro cars (?)
     
  7. Mera

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    #7 Mera, Feb 24, 2008
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  8. James-NZ

    James-NZ F1 Veteran

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    #8 James-NZ, Feb 24, 2008
    Looks fantastic. Waiting to drive it must be hard on you. :)
     
  9. blabardi

    blabardi Formula Junior

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    #9 blabardi, Feb 24, 2008
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    Car looks great. That makes two of us in this area (greater Chicago) as I took delivery on my '93 348 SS this weekend pictured below. I’ve also been a Porsche driver for the past 15 years. Not too cold for me to exercise it though as I briefly got acquainted before dropping at my mechanic for a major. Is yours by any chance the one that was at Lake Forest this past fall?
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  10. Ricambi America

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    #10 Ricambi America, Feb 24, 2008
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  11. foxnick348

    foxnick348 Karting

    Nov 22, 2007
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    #11 foxnick348, Feb 24, 2008
    Thanks everyone. Yes, more pics are on the way.

    Ok, I did take it out when it stopped snowing once or twice as I couldn't resist on a few sunny days. But, I wouldn't call those two drives really taking it out and racing through all the gears.

    Yes, I did buy the car from Lake Forest Sports Cars in Lake Forest, IL. Car had a few minor issues that I've since resolved and now that I have the car home it's better than I expected for the year. It's almost like the previous owners didn't drive it much as the car is spotless inside and out. I've never seen an engine on any car this clean. No grease or dirt anywhere in the engine compartment.

    I start it up every now and then just to hear the tubi exhaust. It's better than I expected or read about on this message board before I purchased it. I just might have to go with the hyperflow cats i keep hearing everyone talk about.

    The only problem I have is that it's black and very hard to keep clean. I wash it one day and a few days later it looks all dusty.

    Thanks All!!

    Nick
     
  12. group77racing

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    #12 group77racing, Feb 24, 2008
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    Now that you have a Ferrari there is nothing else you'll ever want to drive...welcome Nick...Hey, I'm in Racine. I'm sure you won't drive it on the salty roads until we get some thunderstorms.
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  13. Oengus

    Oengus F1 World Champ
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    #13 Oengus, Feb 24, 2008
    Welcome to the Hood(s) Nick

    Chas
     
  14. potxoli

    potxoli Formula 3

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    #14 potxoli, Feb 24, 2008
    Welcome!!! Beautiful car! Do you also have a bimmer?
     
  15. Bee Jay

    Bee Jay Formula Junior

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    #15 Bee Jay, Feb 24, 2008
    Welcome to the Brotherhood. Nice car. Tubi on a 348 is like chocolate syrup on vanilla ice cream. Just makes a good thing better.
    Bee Jay
     
  16. cuneo

    cuneo Formula 3
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    #16 cuneo, Feb 24, 2008
    Nice car!! Black and tan is the best IMO, and it's totally worth the extra attention a black car demands. Congratulations, take it out every chance you get. Drive it to Cali, it's almost always sunny here, and the ocean is amazing right now.
     
  17. 285ferrari

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    #17 285ferrari, Feb 24, 2008
    Welcome and congrats!!!!! I also got my car from LFSC===great dealer!!!
     
  18. jetfixr

    jetfixr Formula 3

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    #18 jetfixr, Feb 24, 2008
    WOW

    That thing looks killer!
     
  19. PAP 348

    PAP 348 Ten Time F1 World Champ
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    #19 PAP 348, Feb 25, 2008

    Congrats and welcome to Ferrarichat Nick!! :):)

    That is a gorgeous looking 348!! :):)

    Nero/tan is a wonderful combo! Enjoy in good health my friend! :):)
     
  20. jm348

    jm348 F1 Rookie
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    #20 jm348, Feb 25, 2008
    Great looking car......

    ENJOY!! :D
     
  21. James in Denver

    James in Denver Formula 3

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    #21 James in Denver, Feb 25, 2008
    Nice car! And a hearty HELLO from the brothers in the 308/328 section (although bullfighter beat me to it).

    James in Denver
     
  22. Night life

    Night life F1 Veteran
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    #22 Night life, Feb 25, 2008
    Welcome to the HOOD....;)
     
  23. angelis

    angelis F1 Veteran
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    #23 angelis, Feb 25, 2008
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  24. 285ferrari

    285ferrari Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #24 285ferrari, Feb 25, 2008
    Love those 355 WHEELS!!!! :D
     
  25. mseals

    mseals Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #25 mseals, Feb 25, 2008
    Welcome Nick...enjoy!

    Mike in Kuwait
     
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