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Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by butcher, Jan 2, 2019.

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  1. butcher

    butcher Formula 3

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    #1 butcher, Jan 2, 2019
    Just purchased this 2012 458 Italia spec’‘d in Nero/Sabbia. I haven’t really had time to drive her too much yet, but am looking forward to really taking her onto some great roads. This is my second Ferrari, so I wanted to get something different then than the classically beautiful, “red/tan”. I’ve been lurking on the 458 forum for quite some time now, but have never posted anything. We will see if the 458 will have the “it factor” to allow me to let go of my 1997 manual transmission F355 Berlinetta. Again, Merry X-Mas and a Happy New Year to all.
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  2. Caeruleus11

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    #2 Caeruleus11, Jan 2, 2019
    Congratulations!
     
  3. SMCA

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    #3 SMCA, Jan 2, 2019
  4. Viperjoe

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    #4 Viperjoe, Jan 2, 2019
    Beautiful. Interior photos please.


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  5. SVCalifornia

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    #5 SVCalifornia, Jan 2, 2019
    Congrats!

    Welcome to the club!

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  6. tr328

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    #6 tr328, Jan 2, 2019
    Congrats! I thought about a black 458 which looks great but I already spend enough time keeping my wife's black car clean. LOL You'll love driving the 458. Enjoy!
     
  7. JagShergill

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    #7 JagShergill, Jan 2, 2019
    Congrats! Mean looking!
     
  8. wthensler

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    #8 wthensler, Jan 2, 2019
    Congrats! I joined the club last week, with a white on black ‘13 Spider. Let us know your impressions, and how it stacks up against your other car.
     
  9. SeaNile

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    #9 SeaNile, Jan 2, 2019
    Absolutely beautiful!!! Congrats.
     
  10. F12JAJ

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    #10 F12JAJ, Jan 2, 2019
    Congrats on the new baby. I’m sure you will enjoy it. Like the color combo. Always good to be a little different.


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  11. benny11_85308

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    #11 benny11_85308, Jan 2, 2019
    congrats and welcome to the Nero club. Enjoy and drive her as much as you can. Nothing like a 458, except a 458 spider. Image Unavailable, Please Login

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  12. butcher

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    #12 butcher, Jan 2, 2019
    Thanks Benny,
    I actually love the lines of the 458 Spider as it has the beloved buttress look of the classic 355 with the top up. You got a beautiful “murdered out” car there...
     
  13. jomarti1

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    #13 jomarti1, Jan 2, 2019
    Congrats..Beautiful.Enjoy it!!
     
  14. SeaNile

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    #14 SeaNile, Jan 2, 2019
    Cant stop looking at this one. That is an incredible color combo. The black with light interior and yellow calipers is just awesome.
     
  15. spyder625

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    #15 spyder625, Jan 3, 2019
    looks great, love that mirror finish
     
  16. scarfiotti355

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    #16 scarfiotti355, Jan 3, 2019
    amazing contrast interior
     
  17. cavsct94

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    #17 cavsct94, Jan 3, 2019
    Beautiful! Enjoy!
     
  18. 3POINT8

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    #18 3POINT8, Jan 3, 2019
    congrats!
     
  19. omd78

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    #19 omd78, Jan 3, 2019
    Congratulations.

    Gr. Martin
     
  20. Need4Spd

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    #20 Need4Spd, Jan 3, 2019
    Congrats, Ponch! You will love the 458, but you may find it hard to let go of your manual transmission car.


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  21. butcher

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    #21 butcher, Jan 3, 2019
    Yes, that may be the case, as I can see that the involvement of the 6 speed manual gate clicking and the “heel toe” rev matching still has not allowed you to let go of yours up to this time...hope to see you soon, bro...
     
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  22. buddyg

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    #22 buddyg, Jan 4, 2019
    The 458 has the "it" the "dang" the HOLY CRAP" it's got it all.

    You will not be disappointed, nothing like going Mach 5 at 9000 RPM's with your hair on fire!
     
  23. midengine

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    #23 midengine, Jan 4, 2019
    FOG drive soon ?
     
  24. butcher

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    #24 butcher, Jan 4, 2019
    T., I will try to make it out one of these times. As you may know, Freeing up[ Saturdays have always been a little difficult for me. Perhaps the next Napa drive, I will make an effort to join.
     
  25. butcher

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    #25 butcher, Jan 5, 2019
    A quick picture of the interior Sabbia “sand beige” leather. It contrasts very well with the carbon fiber on the dash, center console, and steering wheel, and the black carpets. It’s not quite as white as Crema, and not quite as dark as the standard tan leather. Stunning in person.
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