1st Purchase (Toy Barn)

Hi Byron, welcome to FerrariChat.

I'm not yet a Ferrari owner myself, but I must say that seems a strange way to choose a 355 over a 360. It seems to me that really this should be a decision based on which car really sets your passions alight rather than which car happens to be local. I could understand the local mentality on a daily driver, but for a Ferrari... I'd go that little bit further, expand the search, and think of the transport as worth it for getting precisely the right Ferrari.

Having said that, the 355 is a fine car. I just can't personally help with any specifics on that one. Good luck!

All the best,
Andrew.

 

Buy a 360. Spend a little more and get a lot more car.

 

Agree with above comment. I bought a 2001 360 spider F1 with 4200 miles for $85,500, plus tax of course, however, if you want a manual transmission, you should be able to get one in your price range. Be patient, and you will also be able to find one with Scuderia Fender shields, a must.

 

Yeah, they add twice as much hp as a VTAC sticker on a Honda window.

 

Byron, I to am a NSX owner looking into getting another Ferrari. I have a slightly higher budget than you and I am looking at a 360 or F430. I have ruled out the 355 due to its much higher maintenance costs. The every 3 year cam belt replacement in the 355 is an engine out ordeal. Search the forum for costs, could be $5k. Others with more knowledge will chime in. Be fully aware that any Ferrari is much more expensive to operate and maintain then the NSX. I will be keeping the NSX irregardless of what car I end up with. Performance wise the 355 is about equal to the NSX. The 360 is a big step up from the 355.

good luck

 

Couldn't disagree more. The 355 is a much sweeter car to look at , drive and listen to then a 360. Having owned my 355 when I bought a 360 (and 430 for that matter) I found myself driving the 355 much more. Drive them both and look at them from all angles . I think you will find that a well sorted 355 can be very reliable and no more costly to maintain then a 360.

 

Hi Byron, I sat in that 355 at the Toy Barn, I think the price is right on! The car is stunning. I love the 355 engine, the sound and construction is very unique. The car fit me very well and I wish I could grab it. Good luck!

The Toy Barn has an excellent reputation. The 355 is spotless.

 

I love the 355 but I would not buy one over a 360 bc of increased maintenance costs.

Take your time and you will find the right car. 360 manual transm cars are out there, but you have to be patient. Don't be afraid to travel to get the car that you really want.

 

360 buddy, I have a 355 and the maintenance is more and also there is far more maintenance then the 360, 360 is more of a daily.

Another thing to there is far more parts for the 360 aftermarket available. The 355 parts are hard to find.

 

Car is likely to be the last one on this list, Auction car $44,000...

01/29/10 RIVRSIDE Regular $37,000 18,619 Avg RED 8G M Yes

03/19/10 MANHEIM Lease $40,000 24,754 Avg BLACK 8G 6 Yes

04/20/10 STATESVL Regular $30,600 31,322 Below GREEN 8G M Yes

05/13/10 MANHEIM Regular $38,200 16,987 Avg SILVER 8G 6 Yes

06/30/10 W PALM Regular $40,000 26,387 Avg BLACK 8G 6 Yes

07/29/10 RIVRSIDE Regular $44,000 16,526 Above RED 8G M Yes

 

355 is awesome but just does not compare in performance and pure fun. 355 is a lot more of a headache too, my top never works right!

 

No problem, take your time and get exactly what you want, pm me if you need some auction numbers, it only takes me a minute or two. Good luck on the search for your baby!

 

Seriously??????

 

I have both a 355 and 360 , I find driving the 355 a bit more pleasant .

Nevertheless you can't go wrong with either one ... !
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OK .... the 360 is more spacious a bit more power and a bit newer look, nevertheless while the 360 may have more power, I feel more attached tho the 355.

Both cars have Tubis, but the sound of the 355 is significantly better and a bit better mannered at low speeds.

Both cars are running on 19" wheels and again the 355 is more comfortable for every day driving.

If you are seeking all out performance ... the 360 if you are looking for a great balance the 355 .... I was looking at the 360 CS, but was fortunate enough to keep 2 vs 1.


EM

 

BY THE WAY...... don't worry about the re-sale value ...... start it up, put it in gear and ...... D R I V E !

I know way too many F owners / drivers that are so concerned about milage an re-sale value that they forget about the reason they bought the car to begin with !

When deciding to buy the cars, I have a 10K reserve for un-expected XY & Z's, regardless of how well a car has been serviced or kept ..... things do go wrong.

Better to have an " acceptable " car and a reserve than having a " perfect " car purchased at your maximum budget .....just my opinion.

Best of Luck

 

John Lilak's car, perhaps?

His car won 3rd place in the 2007 Italian Gathering show, as you can see at the listings on this page:

http://www.evansauto.com/ig2007/ig2007pics.html

Don't know John personally, but perhaps someone here does?

You can always post a question in the Ohio section.

 

That's just a lovely car, hope it works out for you!

 

Well I dont know how to start this reply! I am new to Ferraris and to this site as of today! I just purchased the 355 that is posted in this site. I drove it today and went through it very carefully. I found Justin at the Toy Barn to be very helpful and patient with me as I start my adventure in exotics! I have researched the hell out the 360-355 debate and came to the decision that with my budget, the style I like and location this car was the one for me to "start" with. I believe the price that i finally negotiated was fair and I am looking forward to enjoying my first Ferrari. I am very nervous of the on going repairs but the care and documentation of service on this car has set me alittle at ease!

Bryon, what were your thoughts on the car - obviously you have seen her up close. Did you drive it? I dont know that much about the Toy Barn but they treated me fairly and I have not found any negative comments online???
Thanks to all and my eyes will be bleeding tonight as I research some more!
Chris in KY

The car has had 2 owners, a dr in Lexington, KY and then John in OH who appears to be as anal as anyone I know of.

 

Hammer1 and bryonj,

Don't let the cost of the 30K major service scare you. 355s are selling about $30-$40K cheaper than 360s. That means you can pay for 3 to 4 top class Major services on a 355 for the difference in price and still have money left over for intermediate repairs.

Either way, both are great cars. Drive and enjoy!

 

Thanks M5,
I am really excited, Justin is delivery my new to me 355 tomorrow via enclosed trailer. I cleaned the garage tonight to make room next to my wifes A4 Cab, that will be one nice looking garage for a poor boy from Ky!