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Discussion in 'California(Portofino)/Roma(Amalfi)' started by scottsdalepilota, May 18, 2009.

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  1. scottsdalepilota

    scottsdalepilota Rookie

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    #1 scottsdalepilota, May 18, 2009
    Hello all my fellow Ferrari fans, I was told today that I have a position on the new California. I was hoping any of you all experienced veterans could help me! The dealership has only told me that they will take my order and I then give them $10,000.00 for them to order. If I simply want to have my option then sell it would that be ok? if so, who would by it and for how much? I just wanted to know the value of what I had. At this point I really think I want this car, but would like to know all my options.

    Thanks you guys!

    BL
     
  2. jeff

    jeff Formula 3

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    #2 jeff, May 18, 2009
    To be honest your value is "zero". In today's economy no one is going to pay you for your spot in-line. Ferrari is going to build thousands of the California GT. Supply will catch up with demand quickly.
     
  3. LouB

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    #3 LouB, May 18, 2009
    If not already.
     
  4. Under PSI

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    #4 Under PSI, May 18, 2009
    I test drove in on Friday and they put me on the list for free.
     
  5. aschultz19

    aschultz19 Formula Junior

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    #5 aschultz19, May 18, 2009
    Who would buy it and how much??? WoW, those days are hopefully over... Your spot in line is worth zero unless it is for immediate production and not 12-18 months out.... This was the problem 2 years ago, too many people buying F cars to pose with them then sell for a quick profit.... I am keeping my deposit at the dealer for the 430 replacement and I'll enjoy my Maser until then...
    Tony............
     
  6. SrfCity

    SrfCity F1 World Champ

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    #6 SrfCity, May 18, 2009
    Realistically, in a while you could probably just wait for a car to arrive, no deposit and possibly pay less than sticker. That way you'd be able to figure out if you really want one when you see it.
     
  7. UroTrash

    UroTrash Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #7 UroTrash, May 18, 2009
    You guys are breaking a flipper's heart here!
     
  8. TheMayor

    TheMayor Ten Time F1 World Champ
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    #8 TheMayor, May 18, 2009
    Tarzan say: Buying-- GOOD. Flipping --- BAD!
     
  9. amenasce

    amenasce Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #9 amenasce, May 18, 2009
    Fellow Ferrari Fans ...lol
     
  10. rick18

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    #10 rick18, May 18, 2009
    it will be different when it is time for you to actualy place the order
     
  11. Under PSI

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    #11 Under PSI, May 18, 2009
    You may be right.
     
  12. VisualHomage

    VisualHomage F1 Veteran

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    #12 VisualHomage, May 18, 2009
    Do you mean the option to sell your position? or get your deposit back? Most dealers should give you a full refund on deposit if you pull out. Whatever you're doing, have it in writing, with witnesses, including the owner of the dealership. The dealer should not be able to legally keep your deposit if you simply change your mind.
     
  13. kole

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    #13 kole, May 19, 2009
    There are already unsold Californias sitting in showrooms!
     
  14. rp456

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    #14 rp456, May 19, 2009
    Where? If in the U.S.
     
  15. rick18

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    #15 rick18, May 19, 2009
    impossible the first allocations were put in two months ago for june built july delivery, the one you are looking at sitting in showroom is dealers demo not for sale
     
  16. 410SA

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    #16 410SA, May 19, 2009
    Pure BS!
     
  17. VIZSLA

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    #17 VIZSLA, May 23, 2009
    I heard a dealer say today that all orders are sent to Ferrari who keep a master waiting list, taking control of assignment away from the individual dealers.
    He also said that Ferrari is looking for 50% conquest sales with the California.
     
  18. agrun

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    #18 agrun, Jun 4, 2009
    thats my concern, and i ordered one. ambivalent now about that decision and the 20k deposit. should i ask for return deposit and just wait. i need gilda radner and jane curtain for a little point/counter point. where are all you skeptics out there
     
  19. kole

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    #19 kole, Jun 4, 2009
    Some are even being resold with a few miles at under sticker!
     
  20. 575Mike

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    #20 575Mike, Jun 5, 2009
    Can you please name the dealer(s) where these cars are being resold at under sticker?
     
  21. darth550

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    #21 darth550, Jun 5, 2009
    Probably 3-500 miles from you for them to listen.
     
  22. MalibuGuy

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    #22 MalibuGuy, Jun 5, 2009
    Most dealers have a demo car which has been passed around from different press events, shows, etc. These cars will be sold and should be priced to reflect the fact that they are used vehicles, with varying mileage. Some have already done a few thousand miles.
     
  23. jeff

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    #23 jeff, Jun 5, 2009
    Plus they are 2009 models instead of 2010.
     
  24. agrun

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    #24 agrun, Jun 5, 2009
    not true. no dealer has them for delivery yet that i heard of.
     
  25. tazandjan

    tazandjan Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #25 tazandjan, Jun 5, 2009
    Kole- Credibility in negative numbers. Believable Story.

    Taz
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