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Taken Off Market 1997 Ferrari 355 GTS - Gated. 5775 miles - 98% original

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  1. carnutdallas

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    #51 carnutdallas, Jul 3, 2022
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    Like I said, everyone has a$$ho!es and opinions. I generally try to own and buy two of everything when I can. When I can afford one 355, why not buy another? A driver and a collectible. Just an opinion.

    I sold one of the most expensive GTB cars in late summer 2019. Car is very rare spec 1999. US VIN delivered through Dubai. So it came to USA with factory roll bar, uprated brakes, tailor made interior - prior to Tailor Made. Fabulously nice car. Sold at BJ in 2008 for under $60k! Under 7k miles!!!! Car had 7 owners per CARFAX. I found 4 legit, I made 5 - dealers had to transfer titles, etc. I sold the car for $145k, net $138 to me after consignment commission. That was nearly a record. Cars black leather seats were dry. Due for service by time - 3 years - bull$hitz. Only had 1000 miles. All kinds of records. I had to immediately replace steering rack - it leaked in transport when I bought. I had an GTSF1 to drive so it was parked. Took to a couple shows. Gorgeous car.

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    The new owner at $145k, completely Xpel coated the car. Full service. Sits in the middle of his collection. Car is $400k today. Billionaire owner has zero interest in selling. I tried to buy back in the under $300k days. He does not drive it, should still be under 10k miles today. I sold with 8800 miles.

    This 5775 mile GTS is considerably nicer. No uprated specs. But has zero issues. Driving it may have issues? But don’t drive on 100 degree days. Let it warm up. Owners manual says inspect timing belt at 50k miles :) It has had oil changes. AC still cold.

    A$$holz for every seats. All opinions. Mine could be really wrong. I tell you what. I will sell my 35k mile 1997 Spider Gated - New clutch, just out of Boardwalk Ferrari with clean bill of health. Everything working as it should. Drive it regularly. Major in last 5 years and a few thousand miles. Both cars $625k. That solves the conundrum. Cheers!


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  2. F129b

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    Love it
    Interested to see if someone brings all the $$ !!


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  3. George Vosburgh

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    OP has 2 girlfriends.
     
  5. carnutdallas

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    I have 3 ;-)


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  6. C'dwic

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    Little question without interest, concerning the various rubber seals which over time crack or no longer have their elasticity... can you reassure us today about their effectiveness? Because even a very pretty woman must logically get ready with time
     
  7. carnutdallas

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    I am thinking you never talk to the pretty women? LOL, but seriously….

    If you worry about everyone’s past, present and future, then you spend all your time worrying and not enjoying. My 35k mile Spider has been serviced and enjoyed. As stated above, it came out of Boardwalk Ferrari 5 months ago with a clean bill of health. I had to replace two hoses soon after. This GTS has no leaks that I am aware of. I start regularly and bring to temp. I jack it up on the rear bumper and run it backwards so transmission gets to temp. Good thing I don’t have a glass garage and a d!k head father to make me want to kick the car. Appreciate the Zero Interest.

    Happy Independence Day.


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  8. Lone Wolf

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    Love your passion, carnutdallas, but I do have you beat, maybe by just a nose, but beat nonetheless for the BEST 355 GTS in existence...Hope collectors continue to stalk these and that $500k becomes a new benchmark price
     
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  9. carnutdallas

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    Life is Awesome! And opportunity is always around the corner. Taking Offers. Car will go on eBay, Autotrader and Cars.com soon. Want it to stay in this community. I know what I GOT! But my big number will be for someone else to enjoy. PM me with offers. I will gladly give out my telephone number to talk. Cheers!
     
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  10. Shorn355

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    Ah but your left foot will fall asleep!! :) :)
     
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  11. Closingtime

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    Good luck with the sale! She's a beauty. Let us know which site leads to the eventual sale.
     
  12. Tarek307

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    Guys there is definitely a chance this sells for $500K , the good news is Christmas is coming soon, and if Santa Clause is shopping for a 355 this year maybe he'll give $500K for this one. @carnutdallas i kid i kid..hehehe
     
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    :)

    Santa has never left me coal. Maybe the generic version of toys every now and then. This one is the real deal, but full blown retail was always a starting point :)


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  14. carnutdallas

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    FYI, I found a boat….


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  15. C'dwic

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    A boat ? Don't buy that, i had 12 differents boats during 21 years .... I spent a lot of money, more than cars... With a Time pleasure smaller...on a boat you must always buy something... Using or not ...and 5 years later, your boat has no value...
     
  16. C'dwic

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    Rent it, more interesting and much less expensive...
     
  17. C'dwic

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    with a boat, you cry twice, you cry with joy at the purchase and the same when you part with it!
     
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  18. carnutdallas

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    I know…. But I want to do the Loop.


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  19. INTMD8

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    Guy with 20 girlfriends.... Dies before noon on day three of not saving them for the next guy
     
  20. jdlegg

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    An old bumper sticker from the 70's....

    If it flies, floats or f*cks - RENT IT! "Goes fast" also belongs on that list.
     
  21. Robb

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    Let’s keep the commentary only about this actual vehicle and do away with the non-related boating humor or other discussion. Those are considered bumps and are not allowed in the ad section. Take any pricing discussion or market direction to the 355 section. Thanks.

    Robb
     
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  22. DeltaHF_2

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    Absolutely amazing car. If not today, soon. The market will come for this car at the ask. Exceptional cars continue to appreciate.
     
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  23. BrianNYC14

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    Very nice F355!
     
  24. patina

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    "You never pay too much, you simply buy too soon."
     
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  25. blkdiablo33

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    looks familar so cali poss was for sale
     

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