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  1. spbogen

    spbogen Karting
    Owner

    Aug 23, 2007
    92
    Charlotte, NC
    Full Name:
    Bob
    #1 spbogen, Oct 8, 2007
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    She's here, she's here! Nearly a month after completing the deal, my (new) 1984 Mondial has arrived! The worst thing about waiting through the major service and transportation was how much $ I could spend without even having the car. I now have replacement top toggles(just-in-case), front vent replacement, 348 wheels ready for switchover from the TRXs and assorted 1984 sales brochures. Oh, yes, I've got it bad. The Mondial is the model that I've always wanted. Our 7yo daughter already loves 'her' back seat - but has also asked that I set up speakers in the back for her *sigh*.

    She (the car, not my daughter) was bought sight-unseen from Cavallino Motors. Martin has been great to work with, and very patient with a first-time owner.

    I really appreciated the FerrariChat forum where opinions and advice are readily available. I have even stopped lurking and started participating a few weeks back.

    Thanks to all for the advice and encouragement. Yes, pictures are attached...
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  2. Max4HD

    Max4HD Formula 3

    Jun 20, 2006
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    #2 Max4HD, Oct 8, 2007
    Drive it in good health!

    Yes, Martin is a straight shooter.

    Cheers
     
  3. Dino 208gt4

    Dino 208gt4 F1 World Champ

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    Roel
    #3 Dino 208gt4, Oct 8, 2007
    looks pristine.
    Congrats, enjoy it.
     
  4. MondialMondo

    MondialMondo Formula Junior

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    #4 MondialMondo, Oct 8, 2007
    Your car looks great. Enjoy it in sunny Charlotte!
     
  5. snj5

    snj5 F1 World Champ

    Feb 22, 2003
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    #5 snj5, Oct 8, 2007
    a beautiful car and classy car!
    Have fun!
     
  6. climb

    climb F1 Rookie

    Sep 19, 2006
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    #6 climb, Oct 8, 2007
    Was that thing hidden in the back of the factory all these years??

    Looks like new...ENJOY!
     
  7. Scaledetails

    Scaledetails F1 Rookie

    Nov 19, 2003
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    #7 Scaledetails, Oct 8, 2007
    Congrats, the Mondial is my favorite as well!!! Great car, enjoy in good health.
     
  8. SEAL2CC

    SEAL2CC Formula Junior

    Jan 19, 2005
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    #8 SEAL2CC, Oct 8, 2007
    Mondials = fabulous..I LOVE my 3.2...congrats, and enjoy the elegant Ferrari..

    Chris
     
  9. MGD416

    MGD416 Formula 3

    Jun 4, 2006
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    #9 MGD416, Oct 8, 2007
    I will keep my eyes peeled while im driving :) enjoy
     
  10. ferrariguyma

    ferrariguyma Formula Junior

    Nov 5, 2003
    523
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    #10 ferrariguyma, Oct 8, 2007
    Great guy! Excellent post sale follow thru too.

    Best of luck with your "new" Mondial

    Andrew
     
  11. BrianC

    BrianC Formula Junior

    Apr 6, 2004
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    #11 BrianC, Oct 8, 2007

    Bob, if you're not already connected, you should hook up with our local Ferrari club in Charlotte called CAFE (Charlotte Area Ferrari Enthusiasts). Shoot me a PM, and I can get you added to our email list. It's just a bunch of Ferrari owners and car guys/gals that get together for informal lunches, drives, cookouts, etc. around Charlotte. We have quite a few members, but I'm not aware of anyone active in our club with a Mondial other than a fellow named Nate who lives near Boone, NC. He brings his down to Charlotte every now and then. Congrats!!!
    - Brian
     
  12. spbogen

    spbogen Karting
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    Aug 23, 2007
    92
    Charlotte, NC
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    Bob
    #12 spbogen, Oct 8, 2007
    Thanks for all the kind comments. The car is working out just fine. The weather this weekend has been terrific - perfect for driving around. Even better, today was a holiday so I got to play even more. First thing this morning I took off the distributor caps and cleaned the contacts as Martin suggested. What a difference that made on startup and running. My wife closed up early and we drove 30 twisting back-road miles to an auto supply store (yes, there was a Wal-Mart 2 miles away, but, gee...) for some A/C refrigerant..it's icy cold now, even in 90 degrees. Had to be pretty well behaved, though, as I discovered that the cigarette lighter isn't a power supply for a radar detector.
     
  13. Scaledetails

    Scaledetails F1 Rookie

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    #13 Scaledetails, Oct 8, 2007
    Check under the dash, maybe there is one. I remember one of my older Ferraris had one, but I don't remember which model it was.
     
  14. mondialmike88

    mondialmike88 Karting

    Aug 16, 2007
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    #14 mondialmike88, Oct 8, 2007
    Congrats the mondial is an excellant choice enjoy you should put it up on the mondial registry
     
  15. spbogen

    spbogen Karting
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    Aug 23, 2007
    92
    Charlotte, NC
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    Bob
    #15 spbogen, Oct 9, 2007
    Where do I find the registry? Thanks
     
  16. rtking

    rtking Formula Junior

    Mar 5, 2006
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    #16 rtking, Oct 9, 2007
    Hi Bob,

    Lovely Mondial QV Cabriolet! Well done! Here's a link to the registry:

    http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12078&highlight=mondial+registry

    As for the cigarette lighter, I removed mine (keeping all the parts) and replaced them with two cigarette lighters from the auto parts store. (There are 2 cigarette lighters in the center console.) The replacements are standard US style cigarette lighters so all the accessories (radar detector, GPS Nav) will plug into them. They can be had for $12 each at your local Kragen, Pep Boys, Autozone, etc.

    Bob
     
  17. jimshadow

    jimshadow F1 Veteran
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    Feb 19, 2006
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    #17 jimshadow, Oct 9, 2007
    Congrats on the gorgeous Mondi! It was said elsewhere, but everytime someone posts a 'new car' thread, it brings back that feeling like mine showed up yesterday. Its a really cool thing that people just can't grasp unless they have been there.
    Drive in good health!

    JIM
     
  18. Protouring442

    Protouring442 F1 Veteran

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    #18 Protouring442, Oct 9, 2007
    A beautiful car! Congrats!

    Shiny Side Up!
    Bill
     
  19. ronfrohock

    ronfrohock F1 Rookie
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    Aug 16, 2004
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    #19 ronfrohock, Oct 9, 2007
    Awsome car. Looks like you got a great one.
    Drive it and enjoy.
    - Ron Frohock
     
  20. 4re308

    4re308 F1 Rookie
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    Mitch D
    #20 4re308, Oct 9, 2007
    Wow what a nice car! Enjoy!
     
  21. Yamaric

    Yamaric Karting

    Apr 7, 2007
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    Richard Dalgleish
    #21 Yamaric, Oct 9, 2007
    Congrats, she looks really nice.
     

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