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Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by IanD1, Apr 6, 2022.

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  1. IanD1

    IanD1 Rookie

    Nov 12, 2021
    12
    Northern Ireland
    Hi,

    Just thought I'd jump on and see what people thoughts are on my first venture into the Ferrari world. It's a 2017 488 gtb in Blue Swaters with a decent spec. Just about every csrbon option including the interior door panels which are really nice, but maybe a little ott. Also got the carbon racing seats, lifter, upgraded hifi, car play, passenger display. It's got just over 7k miles, so it's been used, but not excessive.

    I woudl have been more than happy with a Corsa Rosa car, but this one seems quite nice and subtle with the slightly darker blue than TDF.

    All pretty much agreed and just need to decide if the wheels would suit being more of a dark silver, but it
    definitely works as it is.

    thanks
     

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  2. Viperjoe

    Viperjoe F1 Rookie
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    Beautiful car; great spec. Congratulations and enjoy in good health.
     
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  3. Eatpies99

    Eatpies99 Karting

    Jan 11, 2022
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    Chris Tomlinson
    That looks absolutely incredible
     
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  4. mkraft3003

    mkraft3003 Formula 3
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    Aug 20, 2016
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    Tampa, Fl
    Looks awesome and congrats. Only problem I see is they installed the steering wheel on the wrong side. :):)
     
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  5. RoadRonin

    RoadRonin Formula Junior
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    May 18, 2020
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    San Francisco
    Great spec. I'm personally a fan of carbon fiber door panels but I am biased. Have them on my F8 Spider.
     
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  6. axlesofevil

    axlesofevil Formula 3

    Jan 14, 2012
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    Nah, that's rubbish if you give it to me I can dispose of it for you... ;)
     
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  7. villaraptor

    villaraptor Rookie

    Feb 28, 2022
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    Beautiful! That's a nice one! Congrats.
     
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  8. Bandit23

    Bandit23 Formula Junior
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    May 28, 2016
    255
    Miami
    that's brilliant spec 488 and even better first Ferrari purchase
    yes the wheels darker would look more aggressive- as is looks the classic look

    enjoy in good health
     
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  9. Cigarzman

    Cigarzman F1 Veteran
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    Nah , they just let the passenger drive.
    That is one snazzy looking rig though.
     
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  10. blkdiablo33

    blkdiablo33 F1 Rookie

    Jul 12, 2004
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    thats a beautiful example of a 488 ,congrats
     
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  11. rmlovett1

    rmlovett1 Formula Junior
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    Dec 27, 2011
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    Gorgeous 488! Big congratulations and enjoy!
     
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  12. Stams

    Stams Formula Junior
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    Apr 30, 2020
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    Sean
    Nothing better than goldrake racing seats. Love that snug fit!

    Congratulations and drive safe out there!


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  13. 3POINT8

    3POINT8 F1 Veteran
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    sweet spec good work
     
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  14. mdrums

    mdrums F1 Rookie

    Jun 11, 2006
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    Race seats ….for the win! Super cool!
     
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  15. Shorn355

    Shorn355 F1 Veteran
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    Jan 13, 2011
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    Beautiful!! The 488s wear darker colors extremely well IMO- especially the blues- TdF, Swaters, Pozzi etc.

    The wheels are great- look perfect with the Swaters- if they wear on you there are countless wheel options.

    Buy it and enjoy the hell out of it.

    Cheers :cool:
     
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  16. emmholla

    emmholla Formula Junior

    Dec 15, 2018
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    Beautiful enjoy!


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  17. haithman

    haithman Formula Junior

    Aug 12, 2004
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    Dang that’s a nice color
     
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  18. MANDALAY

    MANDALAY F1 World Champ
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    GREAT CAR , ENJOY HER
     
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  19. IanD1

    IanD1 Rookie

    Nov 12, 2021
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    Thanks for all the really positive and encouraging comments... very much appreciated. Can’t wait to pick it up and get a few more photos posted!
     
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  20. pkl03

    pkl03 Formula Junior
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    Love the colour
     
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  21. pkl03

    pkl03 Formula Junior
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    Steering is on the Right side
     
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  22. pkl03

    pkl03 Formula Junior
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    Nov 29, 2004
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    :):)
     
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  23. Principissimo

    Principissimo Formula Junior

    Sep 14, 2015
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    Bruno
    What a great start!
     
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  24. xBox

    xBox Formula Junior

    Aug 16, 2018
    515
    The Emerald Isle
    Great looking car congrats.

    Also, my dealer, good bunch of chaps :)
     
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  25. Regular Guy 01

    Regular Guy 01 Formula Junior
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    May 10, 2011
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    Tacoma, WA
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    Eugene Greer
    Beautiful car!!!
    Drive it in good health. Be ready to answer lots of questions and have lots of pictures taken by admirers.
    Don't be surprised if you find yourself going out to the garage just to stare at it many times without a reason....... It's normal:)

    Regards,
    GG
     
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