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Where is the F12 love?

Discussion in 'F12/812' started by x z8, Dec 29, 2019.

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  1. rossodino

    rossodino Formula Junior

    Dec 16, 2007
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    First off most buyers are looking for F12's that are not modified, myself included, having said that the mod's look like they are done to a high standard. If this appeals to you,you might be able to get a good deal due to the fact that many F12 buyers would not be interested. I would say you need to keep this in mind when bidding because when you go to sell this car you have a limited base of buyers.
     
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  2. Juan-Manuel Fantango

    Juan-Manuel Fantango F1 World Champ
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    Good point.
     
  3. 812_fm

    812_fm Rookie

    Sep 24, 2020
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    Hello everyone! I've had an F12 in Grigio Medio for the past 3 years and like most of you, did not want to switch to the 812. I liked (and still like) the Pininfarina design of the F12 and had difficulties in liking the new design of the 812.

    Still, I wanted to have a change since my F12 had approx. 35'000 km on it and so, after discussions with a forum member, a started to look out for something new... So I picked up my tailor made 812 this week :) and after only a few kilometers driven it's early to make a longterm comparison. But for sure after the short drive I can say that the 812 is the much more agile, aggressive and modern car. I'm happy I did it even if I will miss my F12! :)

    Pictures show my old F12 and the new 812... :cool:




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  4. Gianfranco341

    Gianfranco341 Karting

    Sep 12, 2017
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    I had a F12 before and I have a 812SF now . I think they are very similar and IMHO I don’t find a great improvement . They both are super cars . I think 812 is having shorter gear ratio on first 6 gears and I’m always with blue led on . I prefer longer gear ratio as in a F12 . Anyway they are both fantastic
     
  5. 812_fm

    812_fm Rookie

    Sep 24, 2020
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    True, still I find the gearbox is much quicker than in the F12. Again, I've only driven 200 kilometers so far...
     
  6. ForeverCar

    ForeverCar Formula Junior

    Jan 20, 2017
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    I have an incoming 812 and have been without an F12 for ~3 years now. I think I will eventually find a way to add an F12 to be the 812’s buddy. I think they are both amazing and one needs both. :D
     
  7. RayJohns

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    I've heard the rear steering of the 812 makes it feel like a smaller car. Is that what you are getting at there when you say it's more agile or is there more to it than that do you think?

    Ray
     
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  8. 812_fm

    812_fm Rookie

    Sep 24, 2020
    17
    Yes exactly, the rear steering makes it feel as if the car is smaller and more agile, especially in sharp turns.
     
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  9. 812_fm

    812_fm Rookie

    Sep 24, 2020
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    Absolutely the best you can do :)
     
  10. Rabies

    Rabies Karting

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  11. ForeverCar

    ForeverCar Formula Junior

    Jan 20, 2017
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    Assuming the F12 strengths are aligned with one’s preferences, there’s so much to love! If you are in this categories and finding yourself not able to love the F12, I suspect it’s likely an indication of challenges in other areas of life.
     
  12. ScottS

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  13. 812_fm

    812_fm Rookie

    Sep 24, 2020
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    Canna di Fucile
     
  14. Chadly

    Chadly Formula Junior

    Mar 21, 2010
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    After driving my F12 for a couple weeks I am loving it. However, I am glad I kept my 458. They are 2 completely different cars. Depending on what you are going for, would be which one to pick to own or better yet have both. When people ask what I like better its like picking which child you like better. They are both completely different cars. I think the 458 is going to be a staple in the history of Ferrari.
     
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  15. Wheels1

    Wheels1 F1 Rookie
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  16. ScottS

    ScottS F1 Rookie
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    Awesome. That’s what I ordered my GTS in.
    Love it.
     
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  17. wings

    wings Formula Junior

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    Well that is great! Enjoy it in good health.
     
  18. wings

    wings Formula Junior

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  19. colonels

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  21. Wheels1

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    Yes and no, they are Superfast wheels, amazingly they were under £1700 for a set from Ferrari.
     
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  22. nickorette

    nickorette Formula Junior

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  23. nickorette

    nickorette Formula Junior

    Jun 19, 2017
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    F12 owners: how much of the edginess/scariness is down to Pirelli Pzero 4 tyres? Compared to PS4S the PZ4 is apparently less progressive in breakaway, I've heard much improvement in confidence with switching to PS4S. Thoughts?
     
  24. 812_fm

    812_fm Rookie

    Sep 24, 2020
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    I would guess Rosso Berlinetta
     

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