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  1. Threeofnine

    Threeofnine Formula Junior

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    #1 Threeofnine, Sep 6, 2025
    How is the Mondial, particularly the QV cab, on the track? I asked the same question around a year ago regarding my Testarossa and was told that tracking it was generally a bad idea (gearbox can’t handle it, rear window can crack etc). Is the Mondial any different or still a bad/expensive idea?
     
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  2. Alden

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    #2 Alden, Sep 8, 2025
    I've never tracked my 3.2 cabriolet, but I do know that folks who have run our cars closer to the limits say that they handle better than a 308 328 series due to the longer wheelbase. I think the cabriolet wouldn't be a good choice because of the inherent flexibility in a convertible design. The coup would probably be stiffer for that application.
    Also, considering our cars are GT's, not really "sports cars" I don't really think they're suitable for the track.
    Some tracks won't allow cabrioles due to the lack of rollover protection, this is something important to consider.
    And considering the age of our cars something will break! Lol!
    I also think track use would be hard on your adjustable suspension and power steering. My 3.2 doesn't have those features.
    Alden
     
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  3. theunissenguido

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    #3 theunissenguido, Sep 8, 2025
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  4. fdekeu

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    #4 fdekeu, Sep 8, 2025
    I have tracked my 3.2 coupe at Spa/Francorchamps race track
    There is some power, the brakes are not so bad and the handling is fair
    I can compare with 348 and F355 and it is not light years behind
    Do not track the cabriolet because it not safe in case it goes upside down
    The same applies to 348 and 355 spider
     
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    #5 paulchua, Sep 22, 2025
    It’s slow as hell, amazing fun, and you’ll sound great.
     
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    #6 jgoodman, Sep 23, 2025 at 12:10 PM
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  7. Threeofnine

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    #7 Threeofnine, Sep 28, 2025 at 1:49 PM
    Last edited: Sep 28, 2025 at 1:55 PM
    Out of curiosity, has anyone had a set of bolt in, removable, roll bars made for the cab? Assuming it would even be possible with a cab. I know a lot of Miata’s and Mustangs use them in order to meet track safety requirements.

    I have my first HPDE event coming up (I will do it in my Tesla). If I do pick up the hobby, I would occasionally like to use one of my Ferraris for a relaxed session of two.
     
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