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Wanted First Ferrari - 2010/11 458 Italia

Discussion in 'Ferraris' started by jsh458ft, Feb 20, 2021.

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  1. aatk

    aatk Rookie

    Nov 24, 2017
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    450 well spent.

    edit: especially as I just read the I drove 6000 miles in my 360 and want to blame the seller thread.
     
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  2. stoked_7

    stoked_7 Karting
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    I wondered why that car sat at that low of a price for a spider. Great investigative work and thanks for sharing with the community.
     
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  3. CoreyNJ

    CoreyNJ Formula 3
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    I keep being reminded of the saying "the most expense Ferrari you'll ever own is the cheapest one you ever buy"
     
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  4. jsh458ft

    jsh458ft Formula Junior
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    Yeah that's why my budget keeps going up, but it's going up much slower than prices are rocketing upwards. Washington DC dealership just received a 2012 with 20K miles on Saturday and sold it within 1 hour for $179K. Never listed online.
     
  5. jsh458ft

    jsh458ft Formula Junior
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    Yeah, thank you. The volume of modifications is off-putting. Especially since there is no mention of the stock components being kept. I may inquire further just to see.. Cheers.
     
  6. Eds458

    Eds458 Karting

    Jan 24, 2020
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  7. jsh458ft

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    sincerely appreciated! I need all the help I can get.
     
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  8. jsh458ft

    jsh458ft Formula Junior
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    Just spoke to a dealer about a recently received 2010 458 with 30K miles. Car has Check Engine light on (to be resolved), aftermarket exhaust, l
    So the car is in good working condition, and was recently fully serviced by I shop I was able to speak with, but two issues:

    1) Catalytic converters are either shot or hollowed out. Causing a check engine light. They estimated $5K for this, or if I'm lucky I get some used ones and replace myself or with a more affordable shop.
    2) Axle drive flange seals need to be replaced. Parts alone is $1,500 for this, so probably $3K.

    None of the OEM parts are included - exhaust, wheels or springs. They believe it's standard suspension with aftermarket springs.

    I HATE the wheels - I dislike the lowering - I am OK with the exhaust, skirts, and wrap. So I'm budgeting acquiring OEM wheels that match the original car's spec. Obviously also would need to budget the above repairs. I would probably buy OEM springs and have those installed (not sure on labor cost, parts look to be under $1K for gently used ones).

    Appreciate any opinions from the knowledgeable crew here!
     
  9. FerrariCognoscenti

    FerrariCognoscenti Formula 3

    Jan 19, 2021
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    If those are the only issues, then I would move forward on it, but you need to get a inspection done by a Ferrari dealership. Some wise advise, when you call Ferrari to schedule a PPI, tell the you want a WARRANTY inspection for buying an extended warranty and not a PPI...the warranty inspections are a lot more thorough (and expensive...$800 vs $400 for PPI).


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  10. RV8

    RV8 Rookie

    Mar 25, 2021
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    The link that was attached to your post . I see the mileage as 67k not the 30 you said . Are you talking about a different car ?
     
  11. jsh458ft

    jsh458ft Formula Junior
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    Ugh. The top part of my message was a draft I thought I deleted. Can’t fix now...
     
  12. FerrariCognoscenti

    FerrariCognoscenti Formula 3

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    67k or 30k miles?

    67k miles I would still have confidence moving forward AS LONG AS Ferrari certifies the car through a CPO warranty inspection which you can do for $800.
     
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  13. dgoldenz94

    dgoldenz94 Formula Junior

    Apr 13, 2020
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    They won't certify a car with 67k miles. The max is 55,923 miles (90k km). I'm sure they will do the same inspection for the fee, but it can't get the warranty. The car in the link also appears to be gone now, or maybe was relisted but that link doesn't work anymore.
     
  14. jsh458ft

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  15. ridege55

    ridege55 Formula 3
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  17. dgoldenz94

    dgoldenz94 Formula Junior

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  18. jsh458ft

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    I backed out based on the cost of work needed, said I would need to be under $140K.
     
  19. RV8

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    Mar 25, 2021
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    Well good luck with your search . I have also been in the market . Looks pretty dry and what I see mostly online for sale car gurus, autotrader, auto tempest and so on . Not to appealing.
     
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  20. Natkingcolebasket69

    Natkingcolebasket69 F1 World Champ

    I don’t think the problem is the mileage to be honest. I meant there is a member here (malibu guy?) that has way over 100k miles and he is not alone.
    The problems to me are mods and how was the car serviced. One would think with the 7 year servicing those newer Ferraris would be okay.
    I bought my FF with like 30k miles and it was religiously maintained and I was able to get all records on the car prior to purchase and eventually I had very little wrong with the car...
    So I think so long as u keep hunting and doing your due dilligence u will find the one but probably more at 140 in this market


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  21. EastMemphis

    EastMemphis Formula 3
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    Another problem with trying to get a killer deal on your first Ferrari is that a true deal isn't going to sit around for weeks while you ponder your navel. You have to act quickly and decisively in order to end up being the owner. That's tough if you have no idea what you're looking at. If you buy the "wrong" car, you're screwed. Not only do you have a maintenance headache and operational nightmare, you also won't be able to get rid of it unless you dump it on another fool.

    If you find a good car for a good price, you have to snap it up and doing that means you really have to know the car.

    Good luck with your search!
     
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  22. jsh458ft

    jsh458ft Formula Junior
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    Yep.. I've contacted seller's within 24 hours of listing for at least three cars. I have been relying on inspections and previous mechanics. I think I'm doing everything I can to act quickly. I would remove the price from the title if I could, since clearly 120 is no longer feasible in this market.
     
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  23. yudkib

    yudkib Formula Junior

    Jan 14, 2020
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    Just popping in to say I’ve been following this saga for a few months now and it reliably cheers me up when I get stressed about cars or life in general. The struggle is real. Solidarity, brother
     
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  24. aatk

    aatk Rookie

    Nov 24, 2017
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    There’s a rebuilt title one in CA for 109k. It’s on FB marketplace.
     

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