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Thanks for all the great responses people. I keep going back and forth between a 458, 997.2 3RS and a 991.2 (which was actually suggested by the...
was it the 3.8 GT3 RS?
It was also something in consideration but I prefer the front end of a 360. I've looked in the conversion possibilities as well but haven't found...
Speaking of Corvette...I did consider the new Z06 at one point when they first announced it. But it's funny how they used the 458 as the benchmark...
Well said. I guess I need to drive both and see which one calls to me. Other than the manual F430, I also have a GT4 RS in my radar but my heart...
I think you nailed the hammer here. I'm personally an introvert myself and I initially thought that I'd love to own a car that not only drives...
Would love to hear from owners who've had both. I have a general understanding of the capabilities of both cars. While the 458 is a better all...
Hey all, I'm considering a 458 but wondering how much of the regular maintenance can I do by myself? I've recently gotten an inspection done on a...
Thanks for all the input and sharing! Currently there are no 430 manuals in the local market. I'm considering getting the transmission converted...
Oh btw... I was wondering how much mileage affects these cars. Is it safe to buy these cars with high mileage? I mean, higher mileage is cheaper...
good point. I did plan to get a lift for the car but the F430 definitely seems easier to DIY than the 458
Im based in Singapore... one of the most expensive places in the world to own a car lol Yes while DCTs are reliable but replacing them is...
Yes I've been talking to some Ferrari mechanics locally. They said the dual clutch on the 458 can last upto 100k miles while the F1 needs to be...
Isn't the 458 a dual clutch and not F1?
Thanks for all the info! I was thinking the same thing about taking it to a dealer for regular maintainance. I'm usually a fast learner and able...
over here in Singapore, the manual F430 are rare but not as expensive as the 458.
Hey all, I am about to buy my first Ferrari and was considering the above as I would prefer that it holds its value or appreciates in the future....
