Best classic f-car to add to the scud?

Testarossa

Like you said, you already have a V8 Ferrari sports car.

-F

 

Just added a 105 series Alfa to go with the scud.
Lightweight, revs well, italian design and heritage.
Not my car below, btw.
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308 or a TR.

 

First car that popped into my head as well. Maybe a TR.

 

575

There's no better pair than a mid engine racer and a 12 cylinder front engine GT.




Mark

 

You know where I stand based on my ownership. The 308 is awesome, and a great contrast to the Scud. Minimalist, beautiful design, involved driving experience, surprisingly comfortable, and it makes nice noises - particularly with carbs. You can drive it hard and not end up going to jail ; ) In your price range you can find a perfectly maintained all-original, or a properly restored to new example. Good luck man - great decision to have to make.

 

I agree on the 550. Given your criteria that is a sweet spot. I just picked one up myself and it is accompanied by a 308gt4. The gt4 is and may always be the sleeper classic. I also wanted an early mid rear engine v8 carb car and it is one of the best driving cars I have had. 550 is that reliable cruiser to take your partner out and in style and luxury, and be able to have a conversation while you run at speed.

For 150k you might be able to squeeze a gt4 and a TR, perfect stable in my mind-gt4, tr, scud! One other consideration is a 348.

I agree see if you can drive each. The 308gts/b may feel very similar to your 430, where the TR is just plain a different monster. If I were in your position btwn the 2 I'd get the TR.

 

I would have liked a 599 in a stick and was planning years ago on buying a depreciated one . My projected curve was right about.... NOW.
That ship has sailed never to return.

There are no "classic" front engined stick Ferrari V-12s under 150K.
A 550 is as close as one will get.

If I were looking for a V12 stick around 150K it would be a Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Not exactly a classic either. (But it WILL be).

 

Agreed.
And then offer to take those $20 gold pieces off his hands for a nifty $10 profit.

 

Since the Scud is mid-engined V8 sports car, I would go for a classic V12 Ferrari GT.

My choices are:
612 - currently, the most underrated Ferrari out there. Modern performance, with classic lines and excellent reliability.

550 / 575 - Prices have spiked recently, but excellent GT cars with character. 550 is MT, and 575 will likely be F1 (prospectors have made MT versions too expensive)

 

550 all day!

 

I agree 550, long list of reasons.

 

The 550 is awesome, if you have a good one. Harder to find than you think, but then again, they can be fixed to whatever standard you're looking for. Great companion to the 430S as well, very different to drive and a bit more relaxing on long road trips.

It is not a classic, though. As the OP suggested 308 or TR, I would say that the 308 is a fantastic machine provided - again - you get a good one and you pick the right model. Vetro is the original but very expensive these days. A carb one would be my pick, the gurgling sound they make when you're on a mountain road is SO addictive. I have to driven a TR, and I would not buy one because I've never liked the styling. They are great cars, though, and that engine in the back is fantastic. If you're in for styling thrills and great sound then by all means go for one. Just remember maintenance is brutal, seating position is not great, and it is a terrible road trip companion. But love conquers all. The 365BB is not a great travel companion either but I did a tour through the UK and Scotland of 2,000 miles and the memories will never leave me. It was fantastic!

So - pick the car that YOU like best. You should be in love, or not do it at all.

Enjoy the search!

Oh - and if you can, test the models on the road. When you drive them, consider what you want to use them for. Long distance, boulevard cruising, etc. Then pick the best fit.

One final thought: I've owned my 550 for over 8 years, done 40,000 miles in her and she is still special. Great cars.


Onno

 

+1

Not a classic just yet, but about to be...

If not the 550, then a Testarossa IMO. I personally never really fell in love with the 3x8's, except for the Michelotto (converted) ones. Can't explain why.

 

I would get a 308. BUT not just any 308, I would look for a Euro QV GTB with a deep spoiler and fog lamps and euro bumpers.

 

Which alfa is the one pictured?

 

You say "classic", so IMO, this is clear cut: You're only true option is a CARBERETED 308.
The 550, 599, TR, etc. are not classics (although they lie within your price point -- Not classics) ... to be honest the '78-'79 308 is even pushing it in regards to be a "classic", but the fact that they are carbereted just qualifies them IMO.

 

Testarossa/TR more instant gratification (and being mid engined and pretty raw, not a billion miles away from your Scuderia driving experience). 550 more long term satisfaction and much more practical. But less involving.