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Old member, new owner... at last!

Discussion in '360/430' started by shifter, Aug 6, 2018.

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  1. shifter

    shifter Formula Junior
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    Apr 8, 2004
    625
    Danville, Ca
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    Joe
    Hello everyone, this is one of my first posts as an actual owner though I've been reading this forum for years.

    From another post, I was looking for a Gated 360 for a while, but couldn't find the right one for me. Then this 2006 Gated 430 spider found me!!

    I saw it for sale but didn't think too much of it, then a friend reached out to me and sent me the car link and strongly suggested I stretch my budget and consider it. Then what started as a conversation over a 360 in inventory with Ferrari of Washington led to this car and their long relationship with it (they've serviced it for 8+ years and knew it well). They told me all about it even thought they weren't selling it for the owner, it was a private sale but they said the car was remarkable and I should look into it. It was fairly local.... hmmm, this is adding up. The icing, the owner was an absolute delight to work with. Accommodating, honest, easy to talk to.

    The spec was amazing, never thought I'd have one like this.

    Rosso Corsa/Tan, CCB's, Carbon driving zone, carbon cabin zone, carbon engine compartment, Power Daytona seats, shields, red calipers, leather bench, hi-fi sound.... and it has the Powertrain warranty for another 7 months. Only 19k miles and well sorted because of it. I plan to drive it too.

    So I just went for it, shook hands 2 minutes into the test drive and there I was, I just bought my first Ferrari.

    I called FOW again and they went through the service history with me. It was well cared for, new MKII manifolds 3 years ago, etc. 1000 miles since they sold it, had their inspection report handy, and only had great things to say about the car and the last 2 owners (I'm the 4th).

    First picture is our very first minute of ownership

    I'll post more pics soon. What a great weekend this was, one I'll probably never forget. Next stop is with Nick Oakes who will do some minor paint correction, replace the PPF, CQuartz, and detail it for me to start off fresh.

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  2. Red 27

    Red 27 Formula 3
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    Dave
    Congratulations!!
    Lots of good times ahead.
     
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  3. shifter

    shifter Formula Junior
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    Apr 8, 2004
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  4. shifter

    shifter Formula Junior
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    Apr 8, 2004
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    ^ and it’s carbon :) :)


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  5. Lotaz

    Lotaz Formula 3

    Nov 18, 2016
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    Scott
    Congratulations! You give me hope that one day I will be able to say the same!
     
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  6. KBR54

    KBR54 Karting
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    Sep 23, 2017
    154
    Sylvan Lake Alberta Canada
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    David Garratt
    Congratulations Not sure if the ear to ear grin ever wears off after purchasing your first Ferrari...I’m at at 7 months since purchased and still have the grin lol
    Enjoy


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  7. G. Pepper

    G. Pepper Three Time F1 World Champ
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    Mar 15, 2012
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    Very nice! I love stories like this. :)
     
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  8. John_K_348

    John_K_348 F1 Rookie

    Sep 20, 2013
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    Congrats! Love the pic with the little guy. Their reactions are totally authentic and priceless. Enjoy! :D
     
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  9. shifter

    shifter Formula Junior
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    Thanks, and it’s so cute how he says “Fewawwi”. he LOVES it. He said he’s going to get one when he’s a Dada too.





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  10. John_K_348

    John_K_348 F1 Rookie

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    Awesome! Dreams come true Dada! :D
     
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  11. Stryker1808

    Stryker1808 Rookie

    Jul 10, 2015
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    Awesome! Enjoy the beautiful car.


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  12. hessank

    hessank Formula 3
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    Aug 8, 2005
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    Fred
    Congratulations.
    You are driving my dream car.
    Enjoy!
     
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  13. fc2

    fc2 F1 Veteran
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    Nov 2, 2006
    5,263
    Silicon Valley Ca.
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    Frank C.
    Congratulations!
     
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  14. Bob in Texas

    Bob in Texas F1 Rookie

    Apr 23, 2012
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    Excellent choice! Enjoy driving her!
     
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  15. Cigarzman

    Cigarzman F1 Veteran
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    Super nice rig bro. Congrats and safe travels man. All the best Kirk.
     
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  16. shifter

    shifter Formula Junior
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    It’s my dream as well, beyond my dreams actually. Though it was more than I wanted to spend, I kept thinking about posts I read where the advise was to buy the most car you can. Well, this was the most car for me, for sure.

    I wanted something remarkable, in a remarkable brand. I think I achieved it, and I simply love manual shifting, always have. I love the control, the starts off the line, the challenge of driving smooth, the challenge of rev matching, something to hold with my right hand when I’m just cruising around :)







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  17. whatheheck

    whatheheck F1 Rookie
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    Mar 27, 2006
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    She's a beauty!

    I too have a 2006 Spider and I love it.

    Congrats!!!!!!!

    Dan
     
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  18. mchas

    mchas F1 Veteran
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    Oct 5, 2004
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    Beautiful congrats!! I followed that car as soon as it was posted for sale, just wasn’t the right timing for me but it looked perfect with all of the carbon fiber options. I think you made a smart purchase and got a very special car! More pics please!!! :)
     
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  19. shifter

    shifter Formula Junior
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    Thank you, she’s definitely a keeper! I have a couple pics from FOW for now:

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  20. ShadowLAP

    ShadowLAP Formula Junior

    May 15, 2017
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    Lawrence P.
    Looks like an excellent choice. Congratulations
     
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  21. one4torque

    one4torque F1 Veteran
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    May 20, 2018
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    Fantastic!
     
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  22. Melon767

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    Nov 2, 2017
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    Congrats, believe it or not it one of those things that just keeps getting better. At least it has for me.
     
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  23. vrsurgeon

    vrsurgeon F1 World Champ
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    Very nicely done!
     
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  24. shifter

    shifter Formula Junior
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    I too think it will. One of the things I underestimated was how helpful the community can be. Of course there are exceptions, but far fewer than I was led to believe there would be from others.

    The team at FOW spent a considerable amount of time on the phone with me answering questions and giving thoughtful advice, and I haven’t spent a dime with them. I was concerned about how to get it inspected and Someone stepped up with a plan. Transportation to and from a shop, again someone reached out to help. The guys at Competizione, well, might still be chuckling at some of my questions but they gave great, patient answers and like FOW I’m not a customer, yet.

    I’m excited to get involved with the local clubs too, maybe Penn/Jersey region might be closest or mid-Atlantic region if northern Va. can’t wait until I can hit a cars n coffee, last time i did it was years ago in my Shelby in NorCal. Loved those early morning jaunts across town.

    I’ll enjoy driving the car for sure, but there’s a lot more than just Sunday drives I’m looking forward too.







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  25. shifter

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    Thank you!


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