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Discussion in 'Rocky Mountain' started by BoulderFCar, Nov 2, 2007.

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  1. BoulderFCar

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    #1 BoulderFCar, Nov 2, 2007
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    I had mentioned it the 360/430 thread but living in Boulder I thought I post here as well. I was active a couple of years ago with a 355GTB that I loved and then I bought a Gallardo and didn't do much F car related. Last night I picked up F430 I bought from Derek at FOD. A really good experience and Derek maintains a sense of humor while trying to control things that are Italian.

    I really like the F430 and I'm going to have to take back all of my comments of being hesitant about the F1 transmission. It works great. It lets you be as engaged as you want to be. I don't argue with it around town like I have in other semi-automatic cars.

    The is light and very modern. Not even many quirks that I've found. Maybe there is something to this globalization thing. At any rate, love the car and hope to cross paths at upcoming Ferrari events.

    From this morning on Flagstaff outside Boulder.
    Tom
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  2. Alex_V

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    #2 Alex_V, Nov 2, 2007
    Great lookin car. Love the wheel choice too. Hope to see it around sometime!
     
  3. ferraripanoz

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    #3 ferraripanoz, Nov 2, 2007
    Congratulations on the purchase!
     
  4. BoulderFCar

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    #4 BoulderFCar, Nov 2, 2007
    Geez, nothing like missing a few words here and there in my unintelligible first post. Too late to edit. Apologies for that. English actually is my first language.
     
  5. Derek at FoD

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    #5 Derek at FoD, Nov 2, 2007
    Tom, great pictures, it was truly a pleasure working with you. I have a lot more fun selling a car to a person that is not only very enthusiastic about their purchase but is a true automobile enthusiast.
    Now about that radio...
     
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    #6 camchain, Nov 2, 2007
    Tom, I'd be a bit tongue-tied too if I'd just taken delivery of your beautiful car. Congratulations!
    Ron Hetherington
     
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    #7 kpl, Nov 2, 2007
    Careful where you play with your new toy.

    4 state troopers handing out tickets in Boulder Canyon yesterday.
     
  8. BoulderFCar

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    #8 BoulderFCar, Nov 2, 2007
    No problem with that. When Derek at FOD delivered the car, he explained that the speedometer only reads in Kilometers/hour so I'm safe to drive 100 most anywhere.
     
  9. teak360

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    #9 teak360, Nov 2, 2007
    Wow, you drove within a half-block of my house and I didn't hear you! Beautiful car. I may have to give Derek a call someday.
     
  10. fiorano94

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    #10 fiorano94, Nov 2, 2007
    Congrats!!

    LOVE the CF engine bay!
     
  11. hardtop

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    #11 hardtop, Nov 2, 2007
    Welcome to the 430 club. Take it to the pasta party sat. night.

    Dave
     
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    #12 Ferrarifanatic, Nov 2, 2007
    Car looks amazing, Congrats!!! I hope in the near future, I'll be able to have one!!
     
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    #13 Jer, Nov 3, 2007
    Beautiful car. Congratulations!
     
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    #14 Genoa, Nov 3, 2007
    Congrats Tom. It is a gorgeous ride.
     
  15. RonnieRenaldi

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    #15 RonnieRenaldi, Nov 5, 2007
    Congrats on the sweet ride....the color really pops under sunlight!
     
  16. BrianZuk

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    #16 BrianZuk, Nov 5, 2007
    Your 430 looks great, ENJOY!!!
     
  17. Skiutah

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    #17 Skiutah, Nov 5, 2007
    Wanna stop by CU and give me a ride? :)

    Enjoy, beautiful car!
     
  18. Pantera

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    #18 Pantera, Nov 6, 2007
    You guys are so lucky, I live here where theres no fcars in sight!.
     
  19. ferraripanoz

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    #19 ferraripanoz, Nov 6, 2007
    Maybe none in sight, but there are several significant ones in garages:) So Tom how do like it after a half of a week?
     
  20. BoulderFCar

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    #20 BoulderFCar, Nov 7, 2007
    Thanks.

    I’m having a blast with the 430. The controls are light to the touch and for lack of better description the whole car just works well together. It’s the best balanced car I’ve ever had. I really like the Gallardo but it drives heavy and dead by comparison. The other pleasant surprise is how much I like the interior. If you’re paddling the F1 you tend to watch the zoomy yellow tach and indicators more than you would with a manual and the tach display is involving. No need to go to an aftermarket exhaust either.

    In summary, all is well with the 430. No burps, shakes or bad habits and it’s a pleasure to drive. Crazy fun.
     
  21. f360driver

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    #21 f360driver, Nov 7, 2007
    Was your car parked next to an Aston Martin at the St. Julien Hotel this past weekend?
     
  22. BoulderFCar

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    #22 BoulderFCar, Nov 7, 2007
    No, but I did drink too much at the St. Julien this weekend after the CU Mizou hammering. There's a red 599 that lives right by there.
     
  23. Mike328

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    #23 Mike328, Nov 7, 2007
    Congrats, Tom! Now she is a beaut!!!!!
     

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