New 512 TR Owner

I wanted to introduce myself, I had a 328 and sold it 4 years ago before the prices skyrocketed. I have a handful of cars. Although I loved the design of the 328, I lost interest after 7 years.... Recently I had been on a search for the next Ferrari and I was torn between the 575 the 599 GTB and 430. Frankly I liked the 430 stick I drove, but it wasn't what my heart wanted... I was very unimpressed by the 575 paddle shifter and felt the 599 was an overwhelmingly large car (but will revisit in a few years, because its a bargain right now).... I wanted a classic, but nothing newer than a 328.

Anyway, I saw a 512 BB while looking at a California (new ones look badass) and saw a '90 TR... It got me thinking etc.. The 512BB was out of my comfort zone and decided on the TR. After a ton of research and realizing I should have tackled this concept 4 years ago when prices were crazy low, I finally decided on a '92 512 TR. I drove 4 cars and was shocked at the condition of most for their mileage (they are of course over 25 years old though). 25,000 two owner miles and up to date, dirty, but perfect body and mechanicals.

I pulled the trigger yesterday and couldn't be happier, its a brilliant car. I'm in love

I have been trolling for a month reading everything I could about both TR's and 512 TR's, this site has been so resourceful... So I just wanted to say, Thank You!
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Thanks for all the congratulations... This is really an odd feeling, I've acquired a few cars this year and this is so iconic and surreal. Its wild seeing it in my garage, It drives so incredibly well and honestly, I was shocked at how much I enjoy it more than my 328 as well as, how different it is.

 

This is exactly how I see using her.

I agree, its already surpassed what I envisioned. I was very impressed with the single mirror '86 TR I drove a few weeks earlier, this exceeded it.

I am actually shocked to see how long it took for "all" TR's to go up in value, what a hidden gem.

 

LOL, I'm a little more involved these days, but typically a lurker than a poster

 

I can see how easy it would be to put miles on this car. First time I've felt this way since I purchased a BMW Z8. What a great cruiser!

 

Detailing begins Saturday. Any suggestions on Leather Rejuvenators?

 

Private. It saved me a ton in taxes in Illinois.