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White 348 in Dallas area. Any info ?

Discussion in 'Texas' started by Ulf, Oct 8, 2008.

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  1. Ulf

    Ulf Karting

    May 28, 2008
    74
    Houston, TX.
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    Ulf
    Hey Guys,
    any info / comments on this white 348 from Tatum Auto Group in the Dallas Area ? Any info on the seller ? Car known ? :

    http://www.tatumautogroup.com/showroom/1179/show/147437/1990-Ferrari-348--TS

    Has also been posted on ebay oin the past:

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Cars-Trucks___Ferrari-348ts-Special-Order-White-20k-in-Services-TX_W0QQitemZ200256690985QQddnZCarsQ20Q26Q20TrucksQQddiZ2282QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item200256690985&_trkparms=39%3A1%7C65%3A7%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245

    Have not talked to the dealer at all. Wanted to check here first before wasting any time on a bad dealer or car. The shield comment (as are other comments) on ebay are a joke since they are clearly plastic shields. So asking here first before wasting my time. Kinda like the color combo with the wheels.

    Oh, anybody have a carfax for this ?

    Thanks in advance

    Ulf
     
  2. jimpo1

    jimpo1 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Jul 30, 2001
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    Nice looking car. But, I'm partial to white. :)
     
  3. drjohngober

    drjohngober Formula 3

    Jul 23, 2006
    2,040
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    Dr.John Gober
    Great pics- they look like posters. Hats off to the photographer!
     
  4. Ulf

    Ulf Karting

    May 28, 2008
    74
    Houston, TX.
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    Ulf
    Yeah looks nice. I always liked white. PPI is a must of course.

    So nobody knows the car or dealer or has done business with them ?

    (btw, who would you recommend in the Dallas area for a PPI ? Norwood ? ).

    Ulf
     
  5. jimpo1

    jimpo1 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Yup, no question.

    Never heard of the dealer, and haven't seen the car. I might be able to go look at it next week if it would help, doesn't look like it's too far away. This week is out of the question though.
     
  6. Ulf

    Ulf Karting

    May 28, 2008
    74
    Houston, TX.
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    Ulf
    Man, that would be killer. But please only if it is not out of the way and too much of a hassle. I am not sure if I will buy the car. Currently just checking it out if it would be worth it and if the conditions are right. I am concerned about the cracked fascia and overall exterior and interior conditions (sticky parts, leather, etc) and service records (and from whom).

    Thanks for the offer. Like mentioned I gladly take advantage of it if it doesn't represent a problem for you.

    Ulf
     
  7. jonathanp

    jonathanp Formula Junior

    Oct 31, 2003
    687
    Dallas, TX
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    Jonathan Peck
    Ulf,

    Tatum Auto Group is within walking distance of our office. I would be glad to go over and eye-ball it if you would like.

    Call me if I can help.

    Jonathan 214-269-1576
     
  8. jimpo1

    jimpo1 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    You can't find a better eye on it than Jonathan, he's seen more exotics than any of us.

    Hmmm....JP, maybe we should go to lunch and go see the car next week?
     
  9. Ulf

    Ulf Karting

    May 28, 2008
    74
    Houston, TX.
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    Ulf
    well, talked to Jonathan over the phone and he offered to take a look at the car. What a nice gesture. I appreciate that very much. Thanks Jonathan. I'll owe you BIG time.
    Let's see how the car turns out, and if it really is as advertised.

    Thanks

    Ulf
     
  10. jonathanp

    jonathanp Formula Junior

    Oct 31, 2003
    687
    Dallas, TX
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    Jonathan Peck
    Ulf,

    I went by twice today and both times the guys were not there. I will try back on Monday.

    Jim, you want to come over around 11:30 Monday and tag along? Call me and let me know.
     
  11. jimpo1

    jimpo1 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Will let you know Monday morning if I'm free. Must check the calendar!
     
  12. Ulf

    Ulf Karting

    May 28, 2008
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    Houston, TX.
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    Ulf
    appreciate it guys. M

    Might not be such a good 348 looking after all. We'll see.
    Look at the comments from FirstFerrari in this thread I had asked in the 348 section :

    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=217114

    Maybe they addressed the issues by now, but if not and if it really needs a belt service then they really would need to drop the price.
     
  13. jimpo1

    jimpo1 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    JP,

    Can't make it today, have a lunch meeting.
     
  14. Ulf

    Ulf Karting

    May 28, 2008
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    Houston, TX.
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    Ulf
    #14 Ulf, Oct 14, 2008
    Last edited: Oct 14, 2008
    Jonathan, any luck being able to take a look at it ?

    thanks

    Ulf
     
  15. Whatever

    Whatever Formula Junior

    Sep 6, 2002
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    Highland Village, TX
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    Dan Marlett
    Jim, please clarify what you mean by "exotics', two things come to mind...
     
  16. jimpo1

    jimpo1 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    And they both work. Use whichever you please. :D
     
  17. kosmo

    kosmo Formula 3

    Oct 19, 2008
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    yes, speak to james at norwoods. i'm getting a ppi there also...



     
  18. Ulf

    Ulf Karting

    May 28, 2008
    74
    Houston, TX.
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    Ulf
    well, Jonathan was kind enough to take a look at the 348, and it looks like it will need a lot of things (incl. a 30K service) to make it right. So, that is a deal breaker right there.
    Many thanks to Jonathan for taking the time and giving his advice. You gotta love this forum.

    Ulf
     

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