What do you think of this 488 Spider

IMO, this 488 will always look like someone else’s car… unless every spec on it hits you “just right”, and it really suits your personal tastes.

Since you’re looking for a car to use while you wait for the 296, I assume that you’ll want to give up the 488 when the new one arrives… and I don’t see broad appeal (i.e. resale value) to that Spider.

Given the price tag, I’m sure the current sales crew would love you if you pulled the trigger. But will that translate to a solid, useful relationship with the dealership? Dunno about that…

 

Removing the stripes and changing the seat belt color to black would definitely improve the look and enhance its future sales potential. That car is going to be a hard pass for many in its current state. I’d move on to something else.

 

⬆️⬆️⬆️ Agreed. If you did the changes mentioned above, it would make it more attractive now, and later IMO. The price is decent (in today’s market) if it’s a well documented, clean car. Never know about the market, and resale value by the time your 296 comes in, that’s a gamble….but having that relationship isn’t a bad idea.

 

Flip side.

TM or Atelier?
High MSRP
Not COOKIE CUTTER red tan

Make an offer reflecting value to you. May get high cost
488 as an interim car. Expect to take a hit but who cares and drive it all over.


It is interesting. And not crazy priced in this market.

Last question - do YOU like it ? It’s there because it doesn’t resonate with everyone but again who cares if you like it.

Baller spec.


Disclosure not my car and I think it is interesting and would drive it.
I would offer 10%less and negotiate from there. Price is market right for this market. CHeck back in 4 weeks.

Tech down energy strong. Mixed bag.
Scott


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At least the strip is aftermarket and should come off. That’s the best I can say.

 

I think your idea of getting at 488 Spider while waiting for the 296 is a great plan. If you love that one buy it, it will drive amazing. If not there are plenty of others, they are all badass.

 

Was this an attempt at Martini livery?


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That’s amazing if the stripe can actually come off if it’s a sticker or something.

I’m surprised they haven’t taken it off already. It is a highly options car that will look completely different without the stripe. It’s a good price for a convertible and a highly option convertible all you’re giving is miles.

Good luck


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My thoughts exactly. Not sure why the seller or dealer didn’t revert to 100% stock. Especially for such a potentially polarizing feature.

-m

 

Go for it. You will love it.

 

Tailor made is like wine. Sip. Enjoy contemplate. It’s more than colors. It’s your vision.

My 812 GTS is like many, an homage to 70s classic.
My SF90 is racer sport. And high tech.
My 296 will be more of a departure again. To be determined

It is addictive.


Each time I get new colors and materials that I think will work next time. If I specked all the first I would not have been nearly as adventurous as I am now as well as learning from the others here and their experiences. Dreamlines, painted bumpers, matte CdF aluminum internals as Pierre taught me. Liveries. The possibilities and evolutions are astounding.

The process is so much of the enjoyment. Don’t be hasty. Make a weekend and bring your notes. Cathy and the team will take good care of you.

 

It's interesting to observe the price of this car in the US, 329k$.

The same car in the UK , at a Ferrari main dealer, would be around £180k, which at current exchange rates is about 243k$.
A used F8 spider will cost about340k$

As far as that particular car is concerned, it does look a little like Stevie Wonder was the last owner.......

 

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Very conservative colours .....

Others are mostly silvers and greys....

I do like yellow though.

 

That car is fine assuming the stripe can be safely removed. The seatbelts, if clean, add a bit of fun.

After you get over 10,000 miles, there will be a bit of a psychological and price barrier.

 

As long as you avoid Ronald McDonald and his playhouse you’ll be fine.

Enjoy and don’t worry. That kills the fun.

I have purchased cars understanding that they are temporary and can and will be replaced. My latest azurro California 16m fell into my lap as I was chasing the market for a black/black 16m. I now understand how my former sales guy would refer to black black as boring.


You get something from the difference and living with them. My colleagues refer to my car as Krishna Blue and that taught me something as well.

In the end ours worlds and desires are fluid.

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