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Older F Chatter, 1st post as a new '85 308 QV Owner

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  1. SDDubbya

    SDDubbya Rookie

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    #1 SDDubbya, Jan 27, 2018
    I feel like I know many of you since I have been reading thousands of your posts over the last couple of years, but I finally, formally joined the club with the purchase of 55281 an '85 Euro. Actually took possession on October 5th last year and it has been at Ferrari of ATL since then being mechanically restored: a complete engine out service, new clutch, new suspension, new brakes, all new water/fuel lines, speedometer repaired, new window motor, some minor touch up and complete detail. I of course had a PPI done on the car before purchasing it and knew a lot of work was needed, but I couldn't be more thrilled with making a childhood dream come true. Here's to hoping winter is almost over!
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  2. waymar

    waymar Formula 3

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    #2 waymar, Jan 27, 2018
    Beautiful 308. Noticed your title post. Many of us are older than you think. But most of still feel younger than our age. Maybe its the 308!!!!!
     
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  3. thorn

    thorn F1 Rookie
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    #3 thorn, Jan 27, 2018
    The '85 Euro is my favorite 308... nicely done. And welcome! :)
     
  4. ferrariowner

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    #4 ferrariowner, Jan 27, 2018
    Congratulations SD! I remember how I felt the first day I brought my car home (85 Euro QV) more than 25 years ago. I still enjoy owning it. I think you will enjoy owning yours as well.
     
  5. cnpapa24

    cnpapa24 F1 Rookie

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    #5 cnpapa24, Jan 27, 2018
    Awesome car! Congrats and enjoy!
     
  6. kerrari

    kerrari Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #6 kerrari, Jan 27, 2018
    Congratulations and welcome to the 308 club - may you enjoy many drives!
     
  7. Sean308

    Sean308 Formula Junior

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    #7 Sean308, Jan 27, 2018
    Welcome to the club, Enjoy.


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  8. kcabpilot

    kcabpilot Formula 3

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    #8 kcabpilot, Jan 27, 2018
    I can't believe how old I am, I refuse to accept it!

    That is a beautiful 308, congratulations. I joined the club about a year and a half ago.
     
  9. climb

    climb F1 Rookie

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    #9 climb, Jan 27, 2018
    Wow. She's gorgeous. Enjoy!
     
  10. tf308

    tf308 Formula 3

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    #10 tf308, Jan 28, 2018
    Yep....Im reading this thinking about my age now. Gee thanks!

    I bought it at 25, now I’m almost 46! I still love this car, it’s looks, and it’s sounds. It hasn’t aged as much as I have!
     
  11. tf308

    tf308 Formula 3

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    #11 tf308, Jan 28, 2018
    PS...what is that heat shield off the rear header under the air intake?

    Seems like a good idea
     
  12. 308 milano

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    #12 308 milano, Jan 28, 2018
    85 Euro QV owner and mid 50’s member here myself. Welcome to the Club of Ferrari Ownership! Lots of great guys on this site.
     
  13. JazzyJay

    JazzyJay Formula Junior

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    #13 JazzyJay, Jan 28, 2018
  14. Crowndog

    Crowndog F1 Veteran

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    #14 Crowndog, Jan 28, 2018
    Nice pics, wonderful car! Welcome to the Geriatric Ferrari Owners Club. Oh the pain.
     
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  15. SpyderGT

    SpyderGT Formula Junior

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    #15 SpyderGT, Jan 28, 2018
    Congratulations from another "older owner." Jon
     
  16. Il Tifoso

    Il Tifoso Formula 3
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    #16 Il Tifoso, Jan 28, 2018
    Congrats and welcome! It’s a beautiful 308!

    Ruben
     
  17. kafugelum308

    kafugelum308 Formula Junior

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    #17 kafugelum308, Jan 28, 2018
    My 83 Euro also has a similar heat shield
     
  18. Jbrauer

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    #18 Jbrauer, Jan 29, 2018
    Beautiful car!! Engine looks great!!
     
  19. FLVICE

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    #19 FLVICE, Jan 29, 2018
  20. GordonC

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    #20 GordonC, Jan 29, 2018
    Scott, another ‘Welcome to the Euro QV Club!’ from me! (52703, very late 84). Your car looks great, I hope you really enjoy it!
     
  21. FrannyB

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    #21 FrannyB, Jan 29, 2018
    Wow! Pretty! We also have a Euro '85! Love that car. That engine looks beautiful! How is the new suspension? That is not too far off for me... What exhaust do you have?

    Welcome!! Enjoy your new car!

    Franny
     
  22. SDDubbya

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    #22 SDDubbya, Jan 30, 2018
  23. SDDubbya

    SDDubbya Rookie

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    #23 SDDubbya, Jan 30, 2018
    The new suspension is AMAZING! Had the koni shocks rebuilt and all of the bushings replaced. Drives like a new car...better than new! Honestly, not sure what exhaust it is, the original was replaced in the late 90's by the previous owner, but I am debating putting an original back on to potentially have the car Classiche'd. Haven't made a decision yet, but since the car is all original besides the exhaust FofATL is respectfully "encouraging" me to go down the Classiche path.
     
  24. JV's89

    JV's89 F1 Veteran
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    #24 JV's89, Jan 30, 2018
    Congratulations!
    Great looking car, but that engine bay is incredible!
     
  25. Steelton Keith

    Steelton Keith F1 Veteran
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    #25 Steelton Keith, Jan 31, 2018
    Congratulations Scott. Beautiful. I bought my first Ferrari (an 87 GTS) in my early 50's...still have her and never regretted the purchase for one day and can't imagine selling it ever.
     
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