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Is this a problem real problem or a rip off?

Discussion in 'Technical Q&A' started by Monteman, Oct 4, 2025 at 3:51 PM.

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Is this legit or ripoff?

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  1. Yes

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  2. Ripoff!!!

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  1. Monteman

    Monteman Formula 3 Rossa Subscribed

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    I recently took my 458 in for service to a new shop (to me) and received a call stating that I needed a new oil pump because the current one was leaking. The cost for the part alone was well over $6,000. This was my first time with this new shop, as my previous mechanic, who had been in the area for over 15 years, is leaving the area. My last mechanic was one of the best I've ever seen, and he knew my cars very well. If they ever needed anything, it was addressed immediately. He never mentioned an issue with the oil pump on the 458, so I was a little skeptical and asked the new shop to send me a picture of the leak and why they felt it needed to be replaced.

    This is a picture of the leak they sent me.
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    Monteman, Oct 4, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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  2. Portofino

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    As a leak that’s not anything worth bothering with on a Ferrari imho .

    Unless he’s referring to seemingly lack of tightness of the hex bolt ,the gap ie it’s lost its grip ?? Signifying a larger issue ?
     
    Portofino, Oct 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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  3. fatbillybob

    fatbillybob Two Time F1 World Champ Consultant Owner

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    Very suspect! How is this dx made?
     
    fatbillybob, Oct 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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  4. tbakowsky

    tbakowsky Two Time F1 World Champ Consultant Professional Ferrari Technician

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    Lol..never..6k? Dude, drive.the car..
     
    tbakowsky, Oct 4, 2025 at 5:24 PM
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  5. energy88

    energy88 Three Time F1 World Champ Silver Subscribed

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    energy88, Oct 4, 2025 at 6:37 PM
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