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Decisions??? 430 Spider to 458 Coupe....

Discussion in '360/430' started by GQ IMAGE, Jun 6, 2014.

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  1. GQ IMAGE

    GQ IMAGE Formula Junior

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    So torn...... I have always had a Ferrari with a drop top or a removable roof. Tempted to buy a 458 coupe, but would I be happy, when the roof will not go down? The 458 Spiders are still commanding a premium and not willing to make that jump. What to do? I know the performance aspect is greater, but I am no a fast driver. Opinions.......
     
  2. blkdiablo33

    blkdiablo33 F1 Rookie

    Jul 12, 2004
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    if ur a conv guy u willnott be happy with a coupe.maybe a 16m
     
  3. Harrydino

    Harrydino Karting

    Apr 9, 2013
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    I was reminded why I'm a spider man when driving on a beautiful summer evening last weekend with the roof down. It couldn't be beaten. If your a drives driver then hard top is obviously the way to go.
     
  4. MVDESQ

    MVDESQ Formula 3

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    Don't go coupe if you are a spider guy. I agree the 458 spider is too much right now.
     
  5. Dohangs

    Dohangs F1 Rookie
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    I'm in the same situation as you are. I've been tempted to buy a 458 coupe but am a spider guy. Looked at a 16m but decided to drive the 430 spider till the 458 spiders start to drop below $250k. Having the windows down isn't the same as the entire roof. I say wait.
     
  6. Shark01

    Shark01 F1 Veteran

    Jun 25, 2005
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    For me it depends what else I have.....at least 1 convertible is a MUST (have 2 right now).
     
  7. mello

    mello F1 Veteran
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    I waited for my 360 spider with no regrets. Be patient.
     
  8. handdoc

    handdoc Karting

    Apr 3, 2014
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    hah i am opposite, bought a 430 spider then my 458 coupe build came in...now selling the spider and awaiting the coupe...i am more likely to use the coupe than a spider...personal preference
     
  9. Treviso

    Treviso Formula Junior

    Sep 30, 2012
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    I have both a 430 Spider with 6MT and a 458 Italia...I find myself driving the Spider much more.
     
  10. handdoc

    handdoc Karting

    Apr 3, 2014
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    very interesting...i am the opposite
     
  11. spourreza

    spourreza Formula Junior

    Dec 28, 2013
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    I would wait and get a 458 spider. I am doing the exact thing. It's all about value creation and to me, my 08 430 spider is preferred over a 458 coupe. It will change the entire experience. In a year or two, will get 458 spider. But now having to much fun with 430


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  12. fordgt2006

    fordgt2006 Karting

    Apr 22, 2006
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    No reason to get a coupe if you like the spider.
     
  13. RichardCH

    RichardCH F1 Rookie
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    Its like you would be changing from a Catholic to a Protestant or vice versa, think again, if you are a convertible guy, so you are
     
  14. SLViper1

    SLViper1 Formula Junior
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    Mar 25, 2014
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    Spider on a Starry night drive along the beach with the Sea Breeze rolling in......
    Early morning drive in the Mountain Mist........
    Afternoon Drive with the top down.......
    Rolling down the windows is not even close to the same experience
    Signed
    Rag Top Man
     
  15. MVDESQ

    MVDESQ Formula 3

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    +1
     
  16. gt4me

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    I'm sold.
     

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