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Choose one (488 vs 296 Speciale)

  1. 488

    8 vote(s)
    36.4%

  2. 296 Speciale Aperta

    14 vote(s)
    63.6%
  1. 599freak

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    #1 599freak, Apr 30, 2025 at 11:55 PM
    Hi all,

    I have a 2018 Ferrari 488 GTB Coupe.

    I love the car and no complaints.

    However, I was just offered a 296 Speciale Aperta.

    I’m quite tempted to go for it but it would mean trading in my 488.

    The 488 was the last non hybrid and V8 mid engined Ferrari.

    Is it worth letting that part go and move on to a new next generation product?
     
  2. SoCal to az

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    #2 SoCal to az, May 1, 2025 at 12:01 AM
    I had a 488 and while a great car there is nothing limited or special about it. Get the 296. Be prepared to pay double what your 488 is worth.
     
  3. Kent Adams

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    #3 Kent Adams, May 1, 2025 at 12:14 AM
    If you were offered it, congratulations for being on the list for one of the special cars. I wouldn't hesitate, especially if you have it in your budget.
     
  4. MANDALAY

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    #4 MANDALAY, May 1, 2025 at 12:20 AM
    My situation I have a 488GTB that I bought new. Wanted a Pista and was denied. Didnt see the F8 as a change over because of the $$$$ and gain.

    Electric / hybrid Ferrari is a BIG NO.

    Money saved not going to a F8 , looking for a near to new Porsche GT4.

    I will never own a hybrid supercar. I want my grandchildren to enjoy these 2 cars 20 years from now.
     
  5. Lagunae92

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    #5 Lagunae92, May 1, 2025 at 1:19 AM
    That’s why they have warranties. I was skeptical, but I like it.
     
  6. marcmc8867

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    #6 marcmc8867, May 1, 2025 at 5:17 AM
    I’m surprised you got offered that 296 SA. My understanding was that a 296 in the garage was a requirement to get an allocation.
     
  7. Lagunae92

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    #7 Lagunae92, May 1, 2025 at 9:20 AM
    Ferrari requires you to have 3 cars in the garage. Not a dealer requirement, but Ferrari corporate. I’d be VERY suspicious, honestly. I don’t think they’ll offer an Aperta, let alone a coupe.
     
  8. mdrums

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    #8 mdrums, May 1, 2025 at 6:59 PM
    The F8 is the last mid-engine non hybrid
     
  9. jordanfsl

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    #9 jordanfsl, May 1, 2025 at 10:22 PM
    Seems questionable as the 296SA’s are only going to VIP / Top / Challenge, and you only have a 488. But sure you should take it.
     
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  10. MANDALAY

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    #10 MANDALAY, May 1, 2025 at 10:44 PM

    Works for you , more power to you.

    I enjoy the fact that an automobile has a petrol engine and a battery just to start it.
     
  11. 599freak

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    #11 599freak, May 1, 2025 at 10:52 PM
    Just to clarify I do have other F cars in my garage but the main point was not concerning eligibility but regarding if it makes sense to move on to the 296SA.

    After some deliberation I think I’m probably going to go for it, even though I really like my 488. The 296SA does seem that tempting overall.
     
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