Another what to do with my TR thread.... | FerrariChat
Buy

Another what to do with my TR thread....

Discussion in 'Boxers/TR/M' started by Maldini, Oct 23, 2006.

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, Skimlinks, and others.

  1. Maldini

    Maldini Rookie

    Apr 14, 2006
    42
    Canada
    Full Name:
    Eric
    #1 Maldini, Oct 23, 2006
    Last edited by a moderator: Sep 7, 2017
    Well I originally purchased my 86 Testarossa as a project car, I knew it was in need of the 30k service, it was running a little rough and the condition of the clutch was unknown. Since I have had it, I got a Ferrari tech to look at it and he got it running like a champ with little effort.

    Well yesterday I discovered a minor fuel leak after the car had been sitting in winter storage for the past two weeks. My professional life has kept me from fixing this car as I originally planned and I am considering selling it. So what do you think I should do? Let it sit for a while until I have more time? Or just get rid of it?

    In all honesty this is the car I have always wanted, an 86 black on black, but I have owned the car less then 2 years; I am not terribly attached to it. If I did sell, I would be looking at a 348, one with a complete service history and one I can enjoy when I have the time.

    Your input is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
    Image Unavailable, Please Login
     
  2. Rifledriver

    Rifledriver Three Time F1 World Champ

    Apr 29, 2004
    37,099
    Cowboy Capitol of the World
    Full Name:
    Brian Crall
    #2 Rifledriver, Oct 23, 2006
    Get the fuel leak fixed before it burns the house down.

    It is not going to go up or down in value by much in the next year or so. It sounds like it needs a major and a rehose job now so there is little reason not to let it sit for a year or two.

    Sounds like if you have any desire to keep it and you don't need the money there is little reason not to do so.
     
  3. PSP

    PSP Formula Junior

    Mar 31, 2001
    603
    Lake Forest, CA USA
    Full Name:
    Patrick S. Perry
    #3 PSP, Oct 23, 2006
    Chances are that the fuel leak is in one of the return hoses. They are inexpensive to fix, but a b***h to get to from underneath.
     
  4. vvassallo

    vvassallo F1 Veteran

    Aug 4, 2006
    8,325
    Palos Verdes
    Full Name:
    Vince V
    #4 vvassallo, Oct 23, 2006
    Personally, I do not like these early TR's. I'd fix it and sell it for a 348, which is more of a driver's car. Hold out for a 1994 B or a Spider to get the best of the mechanicals.

    *scampers back to the 348/355 section*
     
  5. Kingair33

    Kingair33 Formula Junior

    Aug 28, 2006
    941
    San Francisco, CA
    Full Name:
    Alex
    #5 Kingair33, Oct 23, 2006
    If you wish to keep it, keep it. But if you do keep it, fix the problem now otherwise it's shown that people tend to put things off and then the small problems turn into bigger problems and nothing gets fixed. So if you're "not terribly attracted to it" please do not punish the TR!
     
  6. Maldini

    Maldini Rookie

    Apr 14, 2006
    42
    Canada
    Full Name:
    Eric
    #6 Maldini, Oct 23, 2006
    I will look at the fuel leak this Wednesday, for sure that will be fixed soon as it does pose a safety threat.

    As for the rest of the repairs, if I decide to keep the car I will order the needed parts and hand the car over to a tech. For sure the 30k service will get done, as well as a new clutch and TO bearing (the clutch is definitely slipping). Otherwise, I will list the car as is. Any idea what the car would be worth needing a clutch and the 30k service? The car has just over 27000 miles.

    Thanks for the input, I hope to make up my mind in the next couple days.
     
  7. carcollector

    carcollector Karting

    Apr 23, 2006
    143
    palo alto
    Full Name:
    Chris M.
    #7 carcollector, Oct 24, 2006
    As stated above, most likely a return hose. If you attempt to remove it yourself, don't yank on it. Slice it. Trust me.
     
  8. JAYF

    JAYF Formula 3

    May 13, 2006
    1,140
    Westchester, NY
    Full Name:
    Jay
    #8 JAYF, Oct 24, 2006
    Drive the 348 first before you do anything. I think you will find it is a disappointment compared to the TR. It has a pretty rough ride and the build quality pales in comparison to the TR. Just an opinion, not an insult to the 348 owners.
     
  9. Maldini

    Maldini Rookie

    Apr 14, 2006
    42
    Canada
    Full Name:
    Eric
    #9 Maldini, Oct 24, 2006
    I appreciate the advice given, but I have decided to sell the car and buy a 348.
     
  10. jhsalah

    jhsalah Formula 3
    Silver Subscribed

    Apr 10, 2006
    2,409
    Philadelphia, PA
    Full Name:
    Jawad
    #10 jhsalah, Oct 25, 2006
    Where are you listing the car for sale? I'm interested in what you are asking for it. Please PM me if you like.

    Thanks.
     
  11. Maldini

    Maldini Rookie

    Apr 14, 2006
    42
    Canada
    Full Name:
    Eric
    #11 Maldini, Oct 25, 2006
    You have a PM.
     
  12. vvassallo

    vvassallo F1 Veteran

    Aug 4, 2006
    8,325
    Palos Verdes
    Full Name:
    Vince V
    #12 vvassallo, Oct 25, 2006
    Sweet! You will not be disappointed. Make sure u get a PPI on any car u look at and hold out for the later model years. 1993 Series Speciales or 1994 B's along with Spiders are the better choices, IMO. The 348 Challenge cars are getting scarce and expensive. When u get one, hop into the 348/355 section for some tuning tips.

    *dives back into the 348/355 section*
     
  13. Maldini

    Maldini Rookie

    Apr 14, 2006
    42
    Canada
    Full Name:
    Eric
    #13 Maldini, Oct 25, 2006
    Already browsing and reading through that www.the348.com.... site. I just need to find the right 348 to purchase now.
     

Share This Page