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Discussion in 'Hawaii' started by sergrufo, Jul 16, 2023.

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  1. sergrufo

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    #1 sergrufo, Jul 16, 2023
    aloha -- i am watching a f430 and an f12 and cannot decide which would be best for honolulu and for value (i guess the 430 will go for $140k and the f12 for $380k, so price also a big consideration). any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. mahalo, sergio
     
  2. nmcclure

    nmcclure Formula Junior
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    #2 nmcclure, Jul 16, 2023
    You live in town? Or you talking about just to drive occasionally through Honolulu? Everything on the island is so slow, I would find the spyder version of both of those to try and enjoy the experience a little more. Bring the outside in.
     
  3. ryalex

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    #3 ryalex, Jul 16, 2023
    4 years on Oahu (Laie), current F12 owner in NV.

    F430 spider is likely the more fun and lively choice. Lighter, more mechanical feel. I dream about cruising Kam Hwy with the top down. I would even say a manual 360 might be even more fun.

    F12 is far more powerful, smoother, and a lot more car - but given the traffic and low speed limits I think it would be an exercise in frustration. Here it is best on our wide open desert and mountain sweepers, long straight highways, etc.
     
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  4. sergrufo

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    #4 sergrufo, Jul 17, 2023
    thanks, everyone. the f430 spyder went for almost $170k this morning (more than i wanted to spend on that one); looking at another one with more miles. should have bought the 575 superamerica two weeks ago. waiting for my 812 gts someday. thanks again.
     
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  5. Hawaii Brit

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    #5 Hawaii Brit, Jul 30, 2023
    I’ve had my F430 spider on oahu, for the last three years. Extremely usable. I use it for fun Drives, also been known do grocery store, Costco & Home Depot runs. Except for blowing out one of the tires in a pothole which is par for the course on island, it has been super usable.


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  6. Bob in Makiki

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    #6 Bob in Makiki, Jul 31, 2023
    I would second that sentiment. I have a 360 spider, and have really enjoyed having it on Oahu.
     
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  7. sergrufo

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    #7 sergrufo, Sep 14, 2023
    thanks Hawaii Brit and Bob. pikcing up my 458 spider near chicago soon, driving it west a bit (maybe st.Louis) then shipping it to HNL. let's get together when it arrives. i live in east oahu. thanks again. sergio
     
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  8. Hawaii Brit

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    #8 Hawaii Brit, Sep 14, 2023
    Congratulations Sergio. Great result. Look forward to getting a drive on the islands.


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  9. sergrufo

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    #9 sergrufo, Dec 26, 2023
    Mele Kalikimaka, everyone, Santa dropepd off my 458 spdier yesterday. i am too busy to enjoy in January and this site says nothing is going on https://www.ohanamotorsportsfoundation.com/ but let's get together in february. HAPPY NEW YEAR.
     
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  10. Bob in Makiki

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    #10 Bob in Makiki, Dec 27, 2023
    Congratulations! It sounds as though Santa has been good to you this year!
     
  11. peterye93

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    #11 peterye93, Dec 29, 2023
    Hi Sergio,

    could I ask how the process was to ship the 458 over? How did you find the carrier? Approx cost and time?
    Thank you!
     
  12. sergrufo

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    #12 sergrufo, Mar 4, 2024
    Sorry for delayed response. I used BAT to ship from Illinois to Vegas. It would recommend going directly to the vendor. I think it was prestige.
    I drove it from Vegas to Long Beach Matson pier.
    Matson Long Beach very experienced and good. Their prices are online. I think it was 1800.
    email me if you want. [email protected] good luck
     

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