348 Winter Driving !

Drives incredibly well in 17 deg weather. Multiple layers of Collinite 845 & Klasse Sealant Glaze.

Will spend some time covered in road salt ...but all her moving parts will remain healthy and exercised ...

Merry Xmas 348 Brotherhood!

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I totally get it. Been driving my 911s in the snow with dedicated winter setup for 10 years. The 348 will not see snow bc I’m not outfitting it w snow tires. But, dry salt powder seems more harmful than it really is. A few good layers of wax keeps it from even getting to the paint. I’m not dusting it off since that will obviously scratch the surface. And I’ll drive it once/week to keep it running smoothly. I’d rather this option than having it sit for weeks on end. It’s a higher mileage 348 and though it’s pristine, it’s a driver, not show car. Cars that suffer from salt damage are abused for years on end by owners who barely wash their cars in summer let alone winter. It’s really a balance of comfort. I was running her hard at 85 mph down the local highway and it’s felt so good. And that’s precisely why I bought it. To drive it. There’s something rebellious and fun about driving the Ferrari when most wouldn’t. I probably need to grow up

pic attached. My 911 in a recent snowstorm
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Hi. Yes. Running BF Goodrich Sport Comp 2s. As you can imagine below 40 deg they can be slick ... like hockey pucks. So I’m careful to warm them up slow and steady. And not drive aggressively especially thru turns. After 20 min they are very predictable.

 

yes

 

Paul, excellent question and points. I am not driving it heavily, only 1-2x week to keep it operating smoothly. And washing it frequently. In NJ, the reality is keeping it 100% clean thru winter can mean NOT driving the car for 4-5 months. I am on point with maintenance, just had a major 500 miles ago and the entire was car sorted and examined, all parts, new and original, in top shape. Like with anything from our Ferraris to our bodies, a "state of disuse" can be damaging in other ways. Agreed, salt dust may find it's way into nooks and (may potentially damage some bits)...but on clear, sunny day in August, one could wreck their car instantly through a stroke of bad luck...and if their lucky, walk away without personal injury. I know that's a grave example, and I'm not saying I'm living like I'm going to die tomorrow, but I really do just enjoy driving (the hell out of the) the car and using it, more than I value looking at it, clean, in the garage. My 9 yo son and I have made tons of memories already! Road trips and what not. I plan on maintaining this car, at whatever cost, for many many years to come, but I crossed a threshold where yes, it's unique and special, but in my opinion, a car worth driving like any other especially if it gives me joy...road salt be damned, lol!

**My wife is an ER physician and I am a Neuroradiologist. As a dual physician household, the stories and experience we share are beyond measure. And we're still relatively young, 38 and 40, respectively. I am the type of physician that usually initially diagnoses and characterizes the most malignant brain tumor -- glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) for a living, amongst many other diagnoses and conditions. I've been involved in the care of hundreds of patents with GBM dating back to my fellowship days @ NYU Medical Center. That being stated, it's still a very uncommon, if not rare, tumor...and you know what ?? ...my uncle died in 6 months from a GBM earlier this year -- a physician himself that founded the 5th largest kidney transplant center in the USA. 6 months.

Again, I don't live like I'm going to die tomorrow. Not at all what I'm trying to convey. But...I've learned to not worry about certain things. At least too much It's a radical car, fun as hell, looks damn good, and sparks up more conversation than ANY Porsche I've ever had (owned three 911s). And I just eat it up

 

I have used agents such as SALT AWAY attached to a garden hose, diluted appropriately, to wash the wheel wheels and parts of undercarriage. Used extensively in marine use to rinse off bodywork and components. Much more powerful than tap water/soap. This...followed by a standard washing, detailing, etc. The solution contains corrosion inhibitor which actually coats as it dries mostly preventing the corrosion that salt, moisture and oxygen induce.

 

awesome! I’ll look into it

 

These are amazing snaps. I am accustomed to driving sports cars in the snow, with snow tires...but I imagine you took out the 348 with summer rubber??!! Either way, looks bad ass!

 

That is insane. Love it man! You've got some skills...and balls! Drive safe pal, merry xmas!