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Discussion in 'California/Portofino/Roma' started by Sammi, Aug 22, 2020.

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  1. Sammi

    Sammi Karting

    Aug 8, 2020
    102
    Las Vegas
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    Samantha (Sammi)
    #1 Sammi, Aug 22, 2020
    I made a post before receiving my new vehicle regarding the infotainment system. But now that she’s actually here I wanted to post a proper introduction!

    I’m Samantha, live in Las Vegas NV. I’m from Canada originally - I grew up around cars, my dad was always building them or fixing them up in the garage. He did mostly older model cars such as a Ford Model T for instance.. where as I swayed to the liking of sports cars.

    I don’t come from money, I’ve had to work my way up to earning the income I needed to attain such items. I started by buying Corvettes and worked my way to purchasing this 2013 California.

    When I finally reached the goal of owning a Ferrari (my ultimate dream) I was so proud of myself. I know some people say California isn’t a “real” Ferrari, however. - I beg to differ . A California is exactly where I’m able to start my Ferrari journey and one day (hoping in the next 2-3 years) I will be able to buy a track type of model (F8 Tributo pleaaaase!!)

    Today was delivery day and took some pics and videos of my new toy so my excitement level is understandably high at the moment.


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  2. russellmcg

    russellmcg Formula Junior
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    Aug 3, 2014
    479
    Houston
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    Russell McGuire
    #2 russellmcg, Aug 22, 2020
    Looks great!! Congrats and welcome to the family!
     
  3. Natkingcolebasket69

    Natkingcolebasket69 F1 World Champ

    Jul 2, 2017
    10,082
    Miami and Bay Area
    #3 Natkingcolebasket69, Aug 22, 2020
    Congrats !! It is a Ferrari ! Enjoy! Tributo will never sound as good as this!


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  4. tomc

    tomc Two Time F1 World Champ

    Apr 13, 2014
    25,899
    DFW, Texas
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    #4 tomc, Aug 22, 2020
    The day they unload your first Ferrari. It's special, glad you took a lot of pictures.
    Hope it cools off soon in Vegas enough to enjoy your Cali with the top down.
    Enjoy.
    T
     
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  5. vjd3

    vjd3 F1 Rookie
    Owner Rossa Subscribed

    Jun 3, 2005
    2,582
    Massachusetts
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    Vic
    #5 vjd3, Aug 22, 2020
    Congratulations!
     
  6. Sammi

    Sammi Karting

    Aug 8, 2020
    102
    Las Vegas
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    Samantha (Sammi)
    #6 Sammi, Aug 22, 2020
    Thank you everyone!
     
  7. alex

    alex Formula Junior
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    Dec 19, 2003
    675
    Crystal Lake, Illinois
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    Alex
    #7 alex, Aug 22, 2020
    Congrats and welcome to the Cali Club! Does your car have the HS package?
     
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  8. ryalex

    ryalex Two Time F1 World Champ
    Consultant Owner

    Aug 6, 2003
    24,980
    Las Vegas, NV
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    Ryan Alexander
    #8 ryalex, Aug 22, 2020
    Congratulations and welcome!
     
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  9. Data

    Data Karting

    Dec 11, 2007
    208
    #9 Data, Aug 22, 2020
    Congrats on your purchase, what a special moment. Enjoy in good health.
     
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  10. Avia11

    Avia11 Formula Junior
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    Jan 21, 2017
    864
    San Diego, CA
    #10 Avia11, Aug 22, 2020
    Congratulations and enjoy in excellent health!
     
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  11. SLViper1

    SLViper1 Formula Junior
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    Mar 25, 2014
    744
    Nashville/Destin
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    Steve
    #11 SLViper1, Aug 22, 2020
    Congratulations!
    Enjoy the ride!
     
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  12. jag-oo-r

    jag-oo-r Formula Junior
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    May 27, 2015
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    #12 jag-oo-r, Aug 22, 2020
    Congrats! Nothing like a first Ferrari! And whoever said the Cali isn't a real Ferrari has missed some important cues. ;-)

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  13. KTMBROWN

    KTMBROWN Rookie

    Jun 11, 2017
    29
    No cal
    #13 KTMBROWN, Aug 22, 2020
    Take her out to Red Rocks and enjoy the sound!
     
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  14. whatheheck

    whatheheck F1 Rookie
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    Mar 27, 2006
    4,138
    Seattle, Wa
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    Dan L.
    #14 whatheheck, Aug 23, 2020
    Congratulations on your dream car come true!

    Enjoy!!!

    Dan


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  15. BLAMPEE

    BLAMPEE Man Card Status: Never Issued

    Jun 28, 2008
    15,424
    Sunny Heavenly Beautiful Arizona
    #15 BLAMPEE, Aug 23, 2020
    I remember the day my first Ferrari arrived. Jesus....like a kid on his favorite birthday.

    Congrats on achieving the dream.

    Welcome to the forum!!! :D
     
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  16. Sammi

    Sammi Karting

    Aug 8, 2020
    102
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    Samantha (Sammi)
    #16 Sammi, Aug 23, 2020
    No HS package
     
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  17. BLAMPEE

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    #17 BLAMPEE, Aug 23, 2020
    I have driven both. You should be plenty happy with a non-HS Cali T. :D
     
  18. ANOpax

    ANOpax Formula 3

    Jul 1, 2015
    1,134
    The Netherlands
    #18 ANOpax, Aug 24, 2020
    Congratulations! Judging by the look of your cars, I'd guess that your favourite colour is black. It's a badass look (particularly with the contrasting shields and calipers) but it must be a challenging choice in Nevada compared to Canada!
     
  19. BLAMPEE

    BLAMPEE Man Card Status: Never Issued

    Jun 28, 2008
    15,424
    Sunny Heavenly Beautiful Arizona
    #19 BLAMPEE, Aug 24, 2020
    This is the issue I am having living in Phoenix.

    I have been searching for a white over red or Cuoio Cali T since April. :(

    There is a 4k-mile BLACK one for sale with every option I want for an amazing price in Texas.

    I have never owned a black car and just can't force myself to pull then trigger on it because of that! :(

    But ******* does the Cali look menacing in black! :D
     
  20. Natkingcolebasket69

    Natkingcolebasket69 F1 World Champ

    Jul 2, 2017
    10,082
    Miami and Bay Area
    #20 Natkingcolebasket69, Aug 24, 2020
    Always been shocked about the exotic rental company in Vegas leaving their f cars outside (it’s by the welcome to Vegas sign) I know my FF would not love the heat and leather will shrink very fast


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  21. BLAMPEE

    BLAMPEE Man Card Status: Never Issued

    Jun 28, 2008
    15,424
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    #21 BLAMPEE, Aug 24, 2020
    Living down here I am making sure the Cali I do purchase does have the heat insulting windscreen option since it will be my daily driver, even though it will live in my garage and not outside 24/7.
     
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  22. Bravo68

    Bravo68 Rookie

    Jul 23, 2019
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    DFW, Texas
    #22 Bravo68, Aug 24, 2020
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  23. BricksAndBanks

    BricksAndBanks Rookie

    Sep 24, 2020
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    #23 BricksAndBanks, Sep 24, 2020
    Congrats Sammi! Beautiful California and a beautiful Vette as well.

    I think there's a million people that would love to own "just" a California.
     
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  24. ryalex

    ryalex Two Time F1 World Champ
    Consultant Owner

    Aug 6, 2003
    24,980
    Las Vegas, NV
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    Ryan Alexander
    #24 ryalex, Sep 25, 2020
    I think i spotted you on Rainbow a week ago?
     
  25. Sammi

    Sammi Karting

    Aug 8, 2020
    102
    Las Vegas
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    Samantha (Sammi)
    #25 Sammi, Sep 25, 2020
    It’s possible, I’m on rainbow often. Depends which end of the city though :)
     
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