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Discussion in '456/550/575' started by Lee60821, May 9, 2013.

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  1. Lee60821

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    #1 Lee60821, May 9, 2013
    I am new to the forum and very happy to find so much information on the F cars. I never thought so many owners would be wrenchers.
    I found a 550 in the Chicago are for a good price, but ver limited maintenance records. It has 28k miles on the clock and I know it has had recent cam belts replaced.
    Anyone know of a qualified individual that could do a PPI in the area?
    I have always loved the 550 and finally can justify the expense of one. I am thinking the prices have neared the bottom and would like others input. Feel free to let me know if you think I am wrong, I am new and have a lot to learn.
    Thank you!
     
  2. rmani

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    #2 rmani, May 9, 2013
    link to the car?
     
  3. Lee60821

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    #3 Lee60821, May 9, 2013
    Just went to post the link and it is no longer there. It was a 1999 550. Dark blue with white interior. 28k miles
    I will call and see what's up. Sorry for the trouble.
     
  4. Xtreme5053

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    #4 Xtreme5053, May 9, 2013
  5. Lee60821

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    #5 Lee60821, May 9, 2013
    Thanks !!!
    That is the one. Anyone know this car or a reputable person that could do a good PPI?
     
  6. rmani

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    #6 rmani, May 9, 2013
    550s in blue look great
     
  7. Xtreme5053

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    #7 Xtreme5053, May 10, 2013
    ///AUTOSPRINT Imports
     
  8. Lee60821

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    #8 Lee60821, May 10, 2013
    I appreciate your findings. I love the blue. The ivory I could live without but overall it looks like a fiat deal with a little negotiation. I just wish someone would tell me they know,the service history of the vehicle. I have co tacked dealer but haven't heard back.
    I will keep you posted
    Thanks again, I appreciate it very much.
     
  9. rmani

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    #9 rmani, May 10, 2013
    Maybe post this in the midwest forum
     
  10. pma1010

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    #10 pma1010, May 10, 2013
    Giovanni at Autosprint has been an independent servicing Italian brands for years. Nice guy.

    There are two franchised dealers, Continental in Hindsdale and LFSC in Lake Bluff. I have used Continental for 10+ years. Gary Kral is the service manager. Good guy.

    Good luck. Great cars.
    Philip
     
  11. Bahaba0

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    #11 Bahaba0, May 11, 2013
    i used giovanni for my ppi on a 550 which i bought from continental great experiences with both. take your time to find the right 550, no lack of 550s on the market just be patient.
     
  12. LARRYH

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    #12 LARRYH, May 11, 2013
    Best of luck on which ever car you find .. If you take it to a dealer for the PPI I ( like continental) believe they can run a history on the car through the ferrari system . Interestingly I bought a 550 two years ago and found this site to be very helpful in fact I have since been contacted by two previous owners of my car that are FCHat'rs ..... they are great cars .
    LarryH
     

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