Well...I am probably the definition of a long time lurker...signed up in 2008, first post, 2016... For the past 25 years I have been a Porsche owner...4 356's, 2 cabs and 2 coupes, a 912, a Carrera 3.2 (M491), a 964, a handful of 993's (2's, 4's and TT) and 1 997.2...along the way, I did own a 348 and some other Italian and British sports cars, but always came back to Porsche. Having just sold a 356, I found myself in the market again for another Porsche...I was happy with the inflated selling price of my 356, but quickly realized I had to buy into the same market...so, I shifted my focus a bit. If I was to pay a premium for a car, may as well get a premium car...this is not a dig on Porsches, rather testament to Ferrari...for me, it makes sense to justify a selling price for a Ferrari perhaps because it is 'new' to me rather than a Porsche which feels like an old shoe (that is a compliment, oddly)...perhaps because I have owned a few and none of them felt special enough to command the current asking prices... To echo the musings of many here, I have always loved the 308, turned 16 in 1985...nuff said! But, I drive my cars...a lot...hence the reason I have stuck with Porsches and their tireless and faithful dependable platform. The 328 checked all of the boxes...the amazing folks at San Francisco Sports Cars in Belmont had 3 to choose from...After a test drive, the 1987 GTS was mine...felt right, color was right, sound was right...PPI at Dino's and a painless purchase, and VIN# ZFFXA20A9H0071789 was mine! This car was purchased new at Monterey Ferrari and serviced regularly by its first and only owner at Ferrari Log Gatos (15K service) and Ferrari San Francisco (fluid changes), as well as Prancing Horse (first 30K service), Dino Motors (fluid changes) and finally Taormina Imports (second 30K service). I have all records back to 1987 showing fairly consistent mileage accumulation...car has 34K miles on it with 2 majors and a minor from top quality dealers and Independents.. The owner passed away and the son consigned the car...I went to visit the son after I purchased the car and had a very long conversation...he shared with me all of the lunches he shared with his father at Alice's Restaurant as well as up and down the coast, Half Moon Bay to Santa Cruz. I am thrilled with the car....even though the second 30K service was completed only last year, I am one that likes things perfect...so, I am lucky enough to live 5 miles from YELCAB...we spent some time discussing my car over lunch and made a checklist of items: Spark plugs Spark plug wires Spark plug extenders, 8 each Spark plug wire clips, 2 each Valve cover gasket set Bleeder hose T pipe and hose Cleaning injectors Coolant Off to YELCAB's operation room my car went and with the above items completed, she is ready to enjoy.. I look forward to comparing the driving/ownership experience with the Porsches... See you all on the boards, or the roads....also, if any of you will be a the Hillsborough Concours, look for my car...I am driving the Tour D'elegance on Saturday and on the lawn on Sunday (not for judging, my cars are drivers)... Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
Congrats and welcome. A red 328 GTS what else can one want. I own mine 9 years after a 308 GTB and many Alfa's and still love this Ferrari every day. Have lots of fun!!
Welcome to the asylum! You and I have a very similar Porsche history, and then a similar transition to Ferrari. I've owned and seen so many Porsches that I wouldn't walk across the street to look at one unless it is really unique and old..... but it is still a thrill to walk in the garage and see the 308- I wish you many years of enjoyment! Jeff
A red 87 328 GTS. Yep, that was my 'gateway drug' ten years ago. #70941 is staying with me for life. Everything that attracted me to Ferrari is there, and I plan to keep it. No matter what other cars come and go. I sincerely hope you have the same, or at least similar feelings for your new baby. Big congratulations, and enjoy!!
Congrats! Looks like a good car. You will like the change up. At least I did. I too went from Porsches (last one was a 993S) to a 328. Both great fun but very different.
congrats!!! Hope to see you soon at our next FOG drive? I also echo the kind words you have for yelcab...a scholar and a gentlemen... Cheers
Congrats!!! I've been a lifelong Porsche guy and also turned 16 in 1985! Always had short affairs with other cars (Alfa spider, Mercedes and 1970 Corvette LT1 roadster), but always came back to Porsche. I still own a 1987 Carrera but have for the last 2 years have ben enjoying a 328 GTS (88.5) and a Mondial t cab (89). There is something about the sound of that Italian V8 and the sexiness of the lines that holds you. Welcome to the club and enjoy your beautiful car!
Many thanks for all of the well wishes...this YELCAB in my life, I am certain my ownership experience will be enhanced...he really is amazing. I will get to some local events, FOG rides etc... So far, the 328 ownership experience has been superb...really no easy way to compare to Porsches, yet....in time, which I am looking forward to, I will have a better sense...if you ask me today, I would have to say that I will never own another Porsche... The sounds, smells, driving position, steering wheel, styling all nod in the direction of the 328... Will update on my thoughts as time goes on...for now, I am simply trying to wipe the stupid off my face every time I drive the car, I must look like a clown!
Well...there is simply no denying that this car is a much different experience than the Porsches...not a surprise to anyone... Putting on some very fun and rewarding miles...from ignition 'on' to ignition 'off', pure pleasure...amazed Ferrari had it so RIGHT 30 years ago!
Congrats, and welcome to the 328 family! I too was a multi-Porsche owner and I still love them. I had a bunch of 3.2's, 964's, 993's, and a couple of 996's. All wonderful cars, and I will add another 911 again. That being said, if I was forced to have only one toy for the rest of my life, it would have to be a 328! They're the perfect combo of style, performance, sound, and smell (that leather!). All the best of luck with yours.