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  1. olekrrrr

    olekrrrr Karting

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    #1 olekrrrr, Nov 25, 2014
    Hello guys im pretty much new to this forum I have always wanted a ferrari and I am now coming close to buying the ultimate car
    what do you think about these specs? Its gray with black rims, I love red ferraris I personally think gray is more classier and not to flashy

    About the specs
    something cruicial that you think is missing? its out for sale used. Trying decide which specs that is a must have. Dont wanna buy a specialè and not have the full package, I dont want to be missing anything, Thanks.

    SND2 Hi-Fi system. Is this a good one or what?

    AFS1 Headlights AFS
    BIC2 2 Outdoor colors
    PNT1 Historic Ferrari colors 50e & 60e years
    CALR calipers red
    CEL2 Carbon engine cover
    CEXD Carbon rear diffuser
    Carbon RSCH sports seats
    RSFT seats
    cruise control CRS1
    ELEV Noselift Front
    fender crest LOGO
    MIR2 Aut. Rearview mirror inside and outside
    NAVC navigation system
    SND2 Hi-Fi system
    NVTK Satellite-based anti-theft alarm
    PAR2 parking sensors front and rear
    RIFS 20 "sport rims
    RPMR tachometer red
    SPEC sport exhaust dark (Titanium), carbon mirrors, Cavallino black
    STC2 special seams rosso
    4HAR 4 points belts
     
  2. SCFerrari

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    #2 SCFerrari, Nov 25, 2014
    Looks good! What color stripes (if any) ? Interior color? I assume LED steering wheel is in the spec somewhere but I don't see it listed- most consider that a must have option-

    Congratulations in advance,

    Rob
     
  3. Lukeylikey

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    #3 Lukeylikey, Nov 25, 2014
    Isn't that a standard fit item?
     
  4. groutguy

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    #4 groutguy, Nov 25, 2014
    The LED wheel is standard on the Speciale
     
  5. 720

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    #5 720, Nov 25, 2014
    Hard not to be "flashy" in a Speciale regardless of color :) I'd definitely want a stripe for sure.
     
  6. olekrrrr

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    #6 olekrrrr, Nov 26, 2014
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    FERRARI Speciale, Neu, Benzin, 100 km, CHF 369'458.- - AutoScout24

    Its this car. I found one more on this site in gray it had a stripe but didnt like the interior as much. I do agree that a stripe would have been better, but surely this could be done by a paint job afterwards.

    I currently drive a porsche 911 carrera turbo, I got it in original black, got it wrapped up in a black matte carbon foil
    How do you think the specialè would look in the same foil :D

    [​IMG]
    could not get direct photo posting to work so a link have to work for now
     
  7. olekrrrr

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    #7 olekrrrr, Nov 26, 2014
    true, I just think red screams stereotype attention. even the non-car knowers, knows whats up while gray is more discrete, and shows more personality, Id love having a red ferrari though its just that I believe it might be more unpleasent driving through traffic, stopping
    at gas stations, parking anywhere and things like that my worry is that it will be too much, might be all in my head tho, as a specialè is flashy as you say anyway..
     
  8. olekrrrr

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    #8 olekrrrr, Nov 26, 2014
    I agree, LED steering wheel is a must have, Thank you

    Interior:

    [​IMG]
     
  9. forgeahead

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    #9 forgeahead, Nov 26, 2014
    That spec is fantastic, IMO.
     
  10. SCFerrari

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    #10 SCFerrari, Nov 26, 2014
    Thanks for the link- even though I'm one of those red Ferrari guys, I like it! You can always add stripes if you want...
     
  11. rsman

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    #11 rsman, Nov 26, 2014
    Awesome spec car. You should buy it immediately!!!
     
  12. 2GT

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    #12 2GT, Nov 26, 2014
    I love the color (it looks like Grigio Medio), and think that it looks very stealthy without the stripe. Fred
     
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    #13 Carrera_gtcrazy, Nov 26, 2014
    That spec is gorgeous! And i love it without stripe!
     
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    #14 neil-f, Nov 26, 2014
    Primer grey, ready to paint :)
     
  15. Udaverea

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    #15 Udaverea, Nov 26, 2014
    The black cavallino on the back really finishes it off!
     
  16. 720

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    #16 720, Nov 26, 2014
    you are right a red or yellow Ferrari is hard to be discrete :) especially with a stripe! A gray Speciale (beautiful color btw) is more subtle, but it's still going to turn heads. Enjoy it. I'm getting old, I'm retired and I'm never in a hurry so a red Speciale with a stripe is perfect for me. LOL

     
  17. gilly6993

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    #17 gilly6993, Nov 26, 2014
    That's a gorgeous color....
     
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    #18 olekrrrr, Nov 26, 2014
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    Hehe :)

    Im in my early 20s my wealth is of inheritance. I feel kinda feel bad thinking about buying a car like this.
    Many of you have probably worked very hard to afford a car like this, whats your mentality towards a person which almost never worked a day in his life buying a car like this? would you have done the same thing? I know im very lucky to be in this position.

    im sure my closest friends accepts my for who I am whatever car I choose to drive, I already have a porsche as I mentioned it seems like its more socially accepted and theres a lots of them driving around. Ferrari is like the Nr. 1 flashy symbol of cars, and might trigger some bad insecuritys in ppl my age. Not gonna flaunt it in social media and stuff. I think it will be okay

    Thanks for the feedback guys
     
  19. Caeruleus11

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    #19 Caeruleus11, Nov 26, 2014
    I've got news for you- the sound and the shape will get everyone's attention. ALL THE TIME.

    The change from red to grey or black or dark blue is worth about ½ a second of reaction time. Everyone will hear you long before they see you. And once they know its your car there is no hiding it. This isn't like an M5 where most people think its a 528....

    SO with that said- if this is the color or shade that really excites you and makes you say this is just how I want it- this is how I think it looks best to me- then I say go for it! The spec you've chosen is very sharp. I particularly like the red accents: calipers, interior elements etc.

    As to the working hard or perhaps being in a fortunate position- I learned long ago to not judge others too harshly- EVERYONE has had their challenges. I would not like to climb others mountains and I can tell you they would not like to climb mine.

    One final suggestion- just based on your age and an assumption that you might have some time on your hands- you obviously like fast cars (and who doesn't!) I suggest if you haven't already- you take some driving school lessons. You will be a much safer driver and also learn how to really appreciate these cars. Ferrari operates schools as do others.
     
  20. Surfah

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    #20 Surfah, Nov 26, 2014
    Interior looks sick. Go for it. You won't regret it.
     
  21. Stevenb

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    #21 Stevenb, Nov 26, 2014
    Your pic does not show a turbo. It looks good though. What colour interior? Pics?
     
  22. olekrrrr

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    #22 olekrrrr, Nov 26, 2014
    obviously its gonna attract attention no matter what, im gonna choose they gray as i think its more classy then a red thats more my style.

    do you know about any ferrari schools in europe? Thank you!
     
  23. 720

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    #23 720, Nov 26, 2014
    I bet Ferrari offers classes maybe at Mugello Circuit (near Florence) and at their own test track Fiorano next to the Ferrari factory. Contact your Ferrari dealer. He'll know.

     
  24. olekrrrr

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    #24 olekrrrr, Nov 26, 2014

    its a 911 carrera S 2012 400 hp
    black interior alcantara sport seats. Its an exellent DD, can even have a couple of ppl in the back, even though its tight :p
    so if im getting a specialè im gonna need a second car aswell. any suggestions?

    [​IMG]
     
  25. Stevenb

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    #25 Stevenb, Nov 26, 2014
    Looks good! I remember 911 backseats from my childhood, always hated them haha!
     
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