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Discussion in 'Ferrari Discussion (not model specific)' started by stevenoly, Jun 19, 2006.

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  1. stevenoly

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    #1 stevenoly, Jun 19, 2006
    Hello all, I was wondering if you are going to spend $60K on a weekend fun car would you rather have a Ferrari (348 or Testarossa) or would you rather have a newer Maserati? I'm new to the wonderful world of Italian cars and thought this would make some good conversation.
     
  2. EuroDino

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    #2 EuroDino, Jun 19, 2006
    Guess it depends on what you REALLY want to do with the car. The cars are very different. It was too tough a choice for me to pick only one. :)

    Good luck with which ever you choose.
     
  3. BT

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    #3 BT, Jun 19, 2006
    I would (and did) go with the Ferrari. More unique, and more fun I think. 348's rule!
    BT
     
  4. Willis360

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    #4 Willis360, Jun 19, 2006
    328 would be a nice choice too.

    Check the Northwest Section for local happenings. I also highly recommend joining Ferrari Club of America.
     
  5. johng

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    #5 johng, Jun 19, 2006
    the maserati is a modern car with user friendliness that surpasses the two ferraris you mention. the TR is a great car to drive, has a classic feel to it, but is modern enough to have amenities like a good AC. the TR has a more "raw" feel to it than the maserati.

    john
     
  6. ActionFigure

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    #6 ActionFigure, Jun 19, 2006
    The real question is, do you want to be noticed? If so, go Ferrari...
     
  7. stevenoly

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    #7 stevenoly, Jun 19, 2006
    Thanks for the replys, I just need to get in the local clubs and ride/drive some of these cars. I just want to get the Ferrari bug and see what it is all about. Anyone on the forum lacated in the Seattle area??
     
  8. Willis360

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    #8 Willis360, Jun 19, 2006
    Introduce yourself in the Northwest Section of this site. A ton of activities in our area.

    To join the Ferrari club, click here: http://www.nwrfca.org/join/
     
  9. indaville

    indaville Formula 3

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    #9 indaville, Jun 19, 2006
    Ferrari!!!!!
     
  10. tjacoby

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    #10 tjacoby, Jun 20, 2006
    Welcome to Fchat Steveoly!

    I just drove past Des Moines, WA on Saturday in my 348 - going from Vancouver to San Jose. Likely driving through again on Friday, hopefully.

    I had a similiar concern last year before I bought my 348 spider. My wife thought the Maserati made more sense - brand new with warranty and came in all sorts of "pretty" colours. But I wanted a sports car to hit the curves and feel the road with, and still drive in the city to work when I wanted to. The TR's too big and heavy for city driving (and parking!), and the Maserati is supposedly a bit softer and more of a GT (and the exhaust sounds great!). To me a sports car should be packaged efficiently - no bigger than needed - but I've got all sorts of strange thoughts :D

    Big depreciation on Maserati's from new where the TR and 348 are somewhat leveled off - although big downside potential for Ferrari repair bills.
     

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