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456M GTA - ANYONE THINKING OF SELLING WITHIN A YEAR OR 2..

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  1. MASR04

    MASR04 Formula 3

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    Anyone considering letting go of their 456? Please post a photo & let me know your thoughts. Seeking Blue over Tan w/ Shields. Not particular on mileage, more so on care & maintenance.

    Thank you in advance.
     
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    Right...! One thing that example has going for it, the interior looks well sorted & taken care of.
     
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    #6 Mirek, Jul 2, 2025
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    They are all basically neglected after 20+ years - due to time and/or poor work.
    My 2003 had 18k miles on it when I bought it and a binder full of **** work performed to the tune of $40k. It presented as new. $100k in work later (inside & out) and it finally is. The BAT would be a great one to buy and sort, at least you know what you are getting into and it is honestly presented. You will still need to sort the cooling, look at electrical and wiring, hvac, emissions, belts, bla bla.

    You have to WANT a 456 and go in eyes wide open. They are famously expensive to maintain. They only imported 1,600 or so and that was 20-30 years back. Finding a wrench that knows your year 456 (or any 456) is very difficult and repeat repairs will happen. Each car is much different in the details. Especially M models.

    Dealers will not help. We have them barely trained up on current/future product and actively discouraged from learning older cars (2019 and back). This due to the complexity of the new and future cars and managing warranty expenses and shop charge backs. A 456 would be a total anomaly in the shop. Factory techs are largely parts swappers.
     
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    I think Mike at Yellow Compass may have one. Not sure on color.

    Might want to PM him here @Yellow Compass

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    Great Information - Seems like I may need to continue to steer clear & focus on a 355/550/575/430 or Portofino
     
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    I have exactly what you want 1995 TDF/TAN
    One owner car!!! 2000 miles!!
    With factory luggage!!!
    Just had fresh major service, new tires, and new battery,mint condition!
    Give me a call
    Mike 973-610-7111
    Please read my reviews :)
    https://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/threads/anyone-that-wants-to-buy-or-sell-a-ferrari-the-right-way.586271/

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    Yes, it’s a time capsule. :)
     
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    Not a GTA.. but wow what a car!
     
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    For that kind of money - I would likely go back to a 550 because it would likely appreciate better over time with less maintenance costs. You have a real beauty, but 2000 miles since new - is also something I would steer clear of since I intend on driving it. I would be put 2000 miles on it in one year. You are clearly waiting for the right buyer.
     
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    I’ll give you a fair deal just buy the car and Enjoy the hell out of it
     
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    What are you asking??
     
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    If you’re interested, you need to give me a call
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    Whatever the price is….find another in that desirable color combo with those miles….if there is more than 1 more left like that I’d be surprised. #gorgeous
     
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    Also, on the plus side, nobody has had the chance to screw anything up whilst working on it.
    It is still “as built by Maranello” and you do not have to worry about correcting any sloppy work.

    That is worth a premium too.
     
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