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From forum stalker to Ferrari owner

Discussion in 'California/Portofino/Roma' started by AD211, Oct 18, 2017.

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  1. AD211

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    #1 AD211, Oct 18, 2017
    Thank you all for your valuable content and advice on the California! I too have scoured all 65 pages of this model discussion and after 3 months have purchased a 2010 Nero/Nero model with 14k miles.

    After reading this forum I decided to do the following to the car prior to taking delivery:

    Upgraded the stereo to the new Pioneer Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login AVIC-8200NEX

    Installed the K40 RL360i

    Installed 35% window tint

    Replaced the floor mats with nicksforzaferrari custom mats

    Installed a Scrape Armor protection plate under the front bumper (suggested by dealer for 2500, my guy did it for 500)

    Had the Ferrari inspection with repairs done (engine mounts, belts, annual service items) and bought the New Power Warranty.

    And bought a car cover (garage kept) from Walmart!

    Now I just need to figure out this battery tender thing since the vehicle didn’t come with one.

    I look forward to picking up a Portofino after 7 years or so! Someone order a black one for me.


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    #2 tomc, Oct 18, 2017
    Dang, Andy! That is a pretty Cali. They look great in nero. Now, get out on the highway and put that new radar detector to good use!
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  3. 4th_gear

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    #3 4th_gear, Oct 19, 2017
    Very nice combo, I really like the red accents to the NERO. Nice photos too! Of course, you do know it's possible to also black out the corner side markers and the little FIAT turn indicator below the shields.

    BTW, how much did it cost to upgrade the infotainment system with the Pioneer AVIC-8200NEX? Did it take a lot of labour? How do you like it?
     
  4. AD211

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    #4 AD211, Oct 19, 2017
    I didn’t have the price broken out but I paid $5k for the stereo and install, window tint, Scrape Armor install, and the K40 system and install. The stereo was tricky for the installer who does a lot of similar installs but after a few calls and extra parts it was complete. If you go this route I’ll get the contact info for you on who he talked to that made it happen. The maps, phone integration, back up camera, Apple CarPlay, etc are top notch.


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    #5 4th_gear, Oct 19, 2017
    Thanks for the offer but I have a feeling if I use your installer it will involve a very long drive... I live in the Toronto area! BTW, $5K total is a very good deal on all those upgrades. You're on a roll. ;)
     
  6. AD211

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    #6 AD211, Oct 19, 2017
    Hopefully I’m done spending for a while. It was a tricky upgrade but he talked to the service guy at Ferrari of FLL which was related to the original f chat post I saw on the Pioneer and that guy connected him with a guy in NY. Those two guys, an interface from Italy and some other part made it all integrate perfectly. If you decide to go down this route I’ll ask him who, what, etc made it come together which should help your installer. Apparently this upgrade is rare thus far.


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  7. Wheelb

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    #7 Wheelb, Oct 23, 2017
    Congratulations Andy!

    When you're ready for your next round of upgrades give me a shout and I'll take care of you. Enjoy her in good health.

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