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Discussion in 'Ferrari Discussion (not model specific)' started by JDG16, Feb 11, 2012.

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  1. JDG16

    JDG16 Karting

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    #1 JDG16, Feb 11, 2012
    So today I took delivery of my first Ferrari, a Swaters blue 1995 F355 Spider. My buddy and I took her out for some excercise (still can't get the grin off my face).

    At one point I ask him if we can swing by my office and pick up my daily driver. On the way out, I'm first at the light with him behind me in my DD and a BMW next to him with two guys in it visibly checking out the F-car.

    I happen to notice my coworker (very attractive female) walking by on her way back from a coffee run. I holler at her and she comes over gawks at the car.... goes " I have to have a ride.. NOW!" and gets in and we speed off.

    The driver of the beemer, clearly not knowing she is my coworker, looks over at my buddy and goes, "Damn, I have to get one of those!"
     
  2. MBFerrari

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    #2 MBFerrari, Feb 11, 2012
    Great story, and welcome to Ferrari ownership. They aren't just cars, they are rolling artwork.

    MB


     
  3. wang

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    #3 wang, Feb 11, 2012
    Pictures if your colleague and your Ferrari please :D

    And Oh... Welcome to the world of Ferrari too :)
     
  4. vrsurgeon

    vrsurgeon F1 World Champ
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    #4 vrsurgeon, Feb 12, 2012
    Very cool story... you have to post pics! Congrats on the car!
     
  5. Ferrari Spider

    Ferrari Spider Karting

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    #5 Ferrari Spider, Feb 12, 2012
    Congrats on the new car, Enjoy in good health :)
     
  6. JDG16

    JDG16 Karting

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    #6 JDG16, Feb 12, 2012
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  7. Steelton Keith

    Steelton Keith F1 Veteran
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    #7 Steelton Keith, Feb 12, 2012
    beautiful; my favourite colour combo. drive it in good health.
     
  8. White Knight

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    #8 White Knight, Feb 13, 2012
    Congrats, it's gorgeous!

    Gotta love those first day stories. :-D

    The grin never leaves...fyi.
     
  9. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #9 texasmr2, Feb 13, 2012
    One of the top five most beautifull cars ever built you lucky barsteward!!!
     
  10. BLAMPEE

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    #10 BLAMPEE, Feb 13, 2012
    Excellent!!!

    From this day forward your life will be a wee bit different...;)

    :)
     
  11. Chiaroman

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    #11 Chiaroman, Feb 13, 2012
    You betcha!!!!
     
  12. GrayTA

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    #12 GrayTA, Feb 13, 2012
    Congrats!! And welcome to the owners on FChat!!!




    PDG
     
  13. billg

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    #13 billg, Feb 13, 2012
    My 400A was a rolling boiler room, a multi pronged assault on the senses.
     
  14. PAP 348

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    #14 PAP 348, Feb 13, 2012
    Congrats!! Great story and your 355 looks AWESOME! :D
     
  15. blackbolt22

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    #15 blackbolt22, Feb 13, 2012
    Love the story and your car. Congratulations and welcome to the world of ownership. It's great.
     
  16. gf1red

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    #16 gf1red, Feb 13, 2012
    Congrats, welcome to the 355 club.
     
  17. Earthboundmisfit

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    #17 Earthboundmisfit, Feb 13, 2012
    gorgeous car, congrats!
     
  18. NathanBennett

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    #18 NathanBennett, Feb 13, 2012
    You certainly look happy. Congratulations!
     
  19. roadracer311

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    #19 roadracer311, Feb 13, 2012
    Great looking car.

    Don't forget to latch the passenger side of the hood. It's not latched in the photo :)
     
  20. JDG16

    JDG16 Karting

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    #20 JDG16, Feb 13, 2012
    wow, great catch. It actually need a little adjustment. It will stay down if you give it a little nudge but I didn't discover until later in the day that it wasn't closing properly. I didnt even notice it in the pics!

    Also, thanks for all the compliments/welcomes guys. I couldn't be happier to finally have one.
     
  21. chrisbinsb

    chrisbinsb F1 Rookie

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    #21 chrisbinsb, Feb 13, 2012
    The other day I was driving my 308 and glanced in the rear view mirror only to see my rear deck lid slowly rising into view. Turns out I had pulled the release then realized I didn't need to get anything back there and forgot to close it back tight. Fortunately I was in town and got it down and latched at the next light just as rose full up...

    Felt like an idiot though...,
     

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