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458 My new to me 458 Italia

Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by Stams, Sep 29, 2020.

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  1. Stams

    Stams Formula Junior
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    Apr 30, 2020
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    Hello my friends. I love seeing new threads with the title of “my new 458”. They are my favorite to read.

    I have been looking for 9 months. The chase has been great. I love waking up every morning and seeing what new cars are available. I will miss that part of it.

    But the car appeared. And I jumped. Exactly what I wanted. Well kept. One owner. Great condition. This is my first Ferrari and the car is so much more in person. Fell in love with her instantly and she is beautiful. Smells amazing. Timeless elegant lines and sounds and performs above expectations. Such an emotional experience. Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login

    Thanks to Ferrari of Silicon Valley for the experience. Was a fabulous day flying out from Denver to see her and drive her.

    Any and all Colorado owners please don’t hesitate to reach out. Would love to meet, drive with and learn from you all.


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  2. GT2goneF

    GT2goneF F1 Rookie

    May 28, 2020
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    Congratulations on the new family member. May you enjoy the many s-miles it will give you. Blessings and wishes of good health.
     
  3. TUTTSF

    TUTTSF Karting

    Sep 21, 2018
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    Welcome to the club

    Nice spec on her how many miles?

    I too loved the hunt for my first Ferrari

    Enjoy the ride in good health
     
  4. RoadRonin

    RoadRonin Formula Junior
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    May 18, 2020
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    Congratulations! I was just at Ferrari of Silicon Valley two Saturdays and was checking out that exact car! I was there finishing the spec on my F8 spider. I also recent created a ‘my first Ferrari’ thread as I purchased a Nero Daytona 458 a couple months ago.

    Love the Goldrake seats. Enjoy!
     
  5. GT2goneF

    GT2goneF F1 Rookie

    May 28, 2020
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    What I don't understand and can't even imagine... How does anybody part from such a beautiful iconic piece of art and engineering.... You can "upgrade" but it will never be the same... Mind you I don't own one... I wanted an F8 first, maybe an 812 next.vs 458... If I could house them plus the other for 7 I have, I would get the 812 and 458... But I'd be lucky to sleep in the house in I had one more after the F8... My house needs to be smaller and the garage bigger. That will be my next home, small... 3 (4 at the most) Bedrooms with bathrooms, small living room, small kitchen and a large garage... No receiving/atrium or foyer.
     
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  7. ryalex

    ryalex Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Aug 6, 2003
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    Congratulations. Put as many miles on it as you can. There's no prize for not driving the car!
     
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  8. Mikael-F360

    Mikael-F360 Formula Junior

    Apr 3, 2017
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    Congratulations and welcome to 458 owners club! My car is specced almost identically.

    You will love it. Drive safe and enjoy!
     
  9. jomarti1

    jomarti1 Karting

    Feb 27, 2017
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    Congrats!!! Enjoy it!
     
  10. bball16

    bball16 F1 Rookie
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    Beautiful congratulations!
     
  11. RayJohns

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    Beautiful car. Silicon Valley is a really great dealer to do business with.

    Ray
     
  12. buddyg

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    Gorgeous and congrats!
     
  13. fastmnstealth

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    Beautiful spec!! Congratulations!
     
  14. racerdj

    racerdj F1 Veteran
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    Jan 19, 2003
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    Stunning spec, congratulations!
     
  15. Stams

    Stams Formula Junior
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    Thank you! Thank you! 2015 with 5200 miles.


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  16. Stams

    Stams Formula Junior
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    Front lift would have been nice but I am not worried about it.

    Will get some curb ramps if needed.

    Congrats on yours. This is going to be such a fun car!


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  17. Stams

    Stams Formula Junior
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    Thank you so much for the well wishes!


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  18. Stams

    Stams Formula Junior
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    I do not know why he wanted to sell, but he was the type of Ferrari owner I want to be:

    Took great care of her but drives her like one should.


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  19. Stams

    Stams Formula Junior
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    Thanks! Yes FoSV was great! I got so lucky. Feeling blessed to be the one to take care of her.


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  20. wthensler

    wthensler F1 Rookie
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    Big congrats, and welcome to the cult! One experience ends and another begins.....

    Drive it often and enjoy in good health!
     
  21. GT2goneF

    GT2goneF F1 Rookie

    May 28, 2020
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    I wasn't dogging on him particularly. What I say is why would anybody get rid of a car that (in my opinion) will be highly sought out at high prices. If you look at some of them, they are already approximating 488 prices... That is a sign...
     
  22. Stams

    Stams Formula Junior
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    Thanks my friend! I remember when you got your lady in mugello! I originally was looking for a rare or metallic red and was hoping to find a fuoco. But the priority was always a well kept car that spoke to me. And seeing her in person was an instant connection and I have no regrets.

    We all have waited too long, no?

    And because of you I checked those seats out top to bottom!

    And I have a 15 yo son who loves cars who has no idea that this pretty lady is on her way!

    I can only imagine how that trip back with your son was. Once in a lifetime trip.

    Take care and drive safe!


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  23. Stams

    Stams Formula Junior
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    And I wasn’t assuming you were, at all. Just some people finally find that Pista, no?

    And yes, I was starting to get a little impatient and started looking at 488s. I thought there were some nice cars and saw GTBs for the price of 458 spiders. I drove a 488 and an F8 and while they have more kick they lack the emotion I need. Did not make me smile and laugh like the 458 does.


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  24. 3POINT8

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    congrats!
     
  25. Graz

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    Congratulations and welcome to the addiction. Drive it often and in good health!
     
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