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Discussion in 'FF/Lusso' started by SVCalifornia, Jul 18, 2021.

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  1. SVCalifornia

    SVCalifornia F1 Rookie
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    Mar 28, 2011
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    Silicon Valley
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    Keith
    Hey Lusso folks!

    See almost nothing from Lusso owners about how they like their cars and their experience with them. Especially Lusso T owners.

    So how do you like the cars? I have an FF and am interested in moving to an updated Lusso but realized I had not heard almost anything on what their owners feel about them. Problems? Pleasures?

    Thanks in advance!

    SV
     
  2. x599

    x599 Formula Junior

    Jul 8, 2010
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    GTC4lusso V12 is an amazing car in every way, owned it from 2017 and love it, my advice would be to only consider the V12, as I test drove the T and found it to be significantly lacking in comparison. Engine sound, power and overall feeling of weight is gust not the same. The V12 will always be a sought after car and a last in line V12 four seater. It’s also probably one of the last V12 Ferrari’s without the new filter.

    good luck to you!
     
  3. Caeruleus11

    Caeruleus11 F1 World Champ
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    Jun 11, 2013
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    There will be people who say use the search. And you'll find a lot of useful information. My quick take to save you the time:

    I think the FF will feel a little bit more "sports car" and the Lusso a little more GT. I never liked the FF because it was too compromised as a sports car and too compromised as a GT- for my tastes. That's a subjective take; but objectively the Lusso is more GT oriented. Which suits me just fine. If you drive the Lusso with any gusto you will see its still very much a Ferrari, but you can also drive it as a comfortable GT car. And yes, the sound is great, I happen to like that its somewhat subdued when its in comfort mode. Its also a hit with everyone in the family.

    Given your FF experience, you know the other downsides are thirst for fuel and the ease of damaging the front wheels and tires.

    Aside from that, the Lusso is wonderful.
     
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  4. RossoF8

    RossoF8 Karting

    Aug 3, 2019
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    Todd
    I just had an amazing weekend with the Lusso that showcased its varied talents:
    1) spirited drive to work, ripping down the highway at triple digits, and pushing hard through roundabouts
    2) picked up a patio umbrella on the way home from work, dropping the middle of the rear seat to provide enough room
    3) all day errands with the family Saturday, with both full-grown (mostly) kids comfortably sitting in the back seats

    I can’t comment on the FF, but trading in my cayenne GTS for this V12 Lusso is the best car-decision I’ve ever made
     
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  5. leopoldo

    leopoldo Formula Junior

    Mar 10, 2013
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    Well if you think to a v12 … hurry up … because this is the last 4 gt seater v12 .. and seems right now is selling as hot cakes in the used market .

    you have all in a car … sound , massive front, space, 4 w drive and the badge ( Ferrari ) !
     
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  6. JohnnyTT

    JohnnyTT Karting
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    I have a T for about 5 months now. I drove the 12 and T back to back a couple times to make my decision.

    If I had another sports car, I would hands down get the 12. But since I don't, I just couldn't resist the nimbleness and agility of the T. The 12 felt very big and "boat-y" if that makes sense. I'm not knocking it, I just wanted something closer to a sports car feel.

    So if I had a 2 seater pure non-GT car to go along, I would have gotten the 12.

    I hope that makes sense.

    Now after having the T for this long... If you need 4 seats, nothing beats it. (I came from a Panamera GTS, NO comparison)
    If you don't need 4 seats, get a pure sports car.

    I love the T. It has a good sound, not the 12 sound, but nice. If you'll miss that part a lot. You'll be disappointed then.
     
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  7. gilly6993

    gilly6993 F1 Rookie

    Aug 20, 2009
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    4+ years with my V12 and love it. Besides the PTU issue, which I went through, it’s been a great car. Never even considered a T…


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  8. kfmcmahon922

    kfmcmahon922 Karting

    Jan 2, 2011
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    Just got a ‘19 Lusso and love it
    Composed, über comfortable, fast as can be, luxurious, V12 power and sound…an all around great GT experience

    for perspective I have/had GT3, GT3RS, GT4, 458, Aston V12VS dogleg, ZR1, Lotus Evora GT 6 speed, Stelvio Quadrifoglio etc,.

    this may be my favorite so far (well except the 458 !) a truly superb all around car
     
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