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  1. fasthound

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  2. Intheflesh

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    #2 Intheflesh, Jun 25, 2008
    So thats where they build gran turismos....

    :D


    I do love the looks of the California, but at this point in construction it really looks like a Maser.
     
  3. nopassn

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    #3 nopassn, Jun 25, 2008
    quite the run from the air boxes up to the throttle bodies...
     
  4. tomgt

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    #4 tomgt, Jun 25, 2008
    a Ford Kuga-ish Ferrari ;-)
     
  5. abavai

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    #5 abavai, Jun 25, 2008
    Taht is the best picture of the california that i have seen it, i love this picture.
    Thnks!
    More pictures, please!
     
  6. Far Out

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    #6 Far Out, Jun 25, 2008
    Can anyone identify the brand of the tools they're using? (tool box on the left)
     
  7. fasthound

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    BETA tools. From Beta Tools USA website:

    On January 8th, 2004, Scuderia Ferrari and Beta Utensili announced that they had established a technical and commercial agreement. According to the terms of the agreement, Beta will supply the Formula 1 with the team's hand tool needs and, at the same time, the two organizations will co-develop new line of products bearing the famous Scuderia Ferrari insignia.

    The new partnership revives a relationship with a long and glorious history that traces back to 1975. Just as they do today, Beta management viewed this partnership as both an acknowledgement of the quality of the tools and as a vehicle for the development of technologically superior products.

    The collaboration was approached with the utmost devotion which was shown through the achievements of such outstanding drivers as Niki Lauda, Clay Regazzoni, Carlos Reutemann, Jody Scheckter, Gilles Villeneuve and Didier Pironi; all who thrilled the crowds and scored victories in the cars from Maranello.

    Scuderia Ferrari wrapped up four Constructors' Titles (1975, 1976, 1977 and 1979), during the sponsorship, as well as three Drivers' Titles, specifically in 1975 and 1977 with Niki Lauda and in 1979 with Jody Scheckter. The partnership came to an end in the early 1980's.

    Returning as Official Supplier to such a prominent team is a task that needs to be undertaken with enthusiasm, passion and steadfast reliability. The technicians at Ferrari are discriminating professionals who constantly aim for matchless performance and therefore require state of the art tools. Beta manufactures exceptional products which are the result of over eighty years of industrial commitment combined with thirty years of involvement in racing. The company's products are preferred by international motor sports organizations, such as Scuderia Ferrari, because they're perfectly suited for the high pressure demands placed on motor sports engineers.

    Check out their Ferrari specific tools: http://www.procarestores.com/product/general_catalog/advanced_search_result.php?products_catnum=99001
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  8. 2MS

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    #8 2MS, Jun 25, 2008

    Agreed. It does resemble the Maser's front fascia. But lovin every bit of it. When is the supposed US release?
     
  9. jjsaustin

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    #9 jjsaustin, Jun 25, 2008
    With the doors off, the cheesy side vent covered up and the stacked tail pipes out of sight, it is looking better!
     
  10. Far Out

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    #10 Far Out, Jun 29, 2008
    Thanks! Now I remember I heard the name connected to Ferrari before. Italian tool manufacturer, not very common over here.
     
  11. #Lennard

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    #11 #Lennard, Jun 29, 2008
    From my experience, the stuff is crap
     
  12. Argento839

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    #12 Argento839, Jun 29, 2008
    Yep.
     
  13. cavallinorattrappante

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    #13 cavallinorattrappante, Jun 29, 2008
    if they use it it is enough good dont you think ? :)
     
  14. PAP 348

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    #14 PAP 348, Jun 29, 2008
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    I have never heard of them till now, so I cant comment on my experience with those tools..........but I dont doubt ya either. :):)

    Not necessarily. :):)

    The mechanics probably dont like using those tools, but it doesnt matter because the 'Boss' struck a deal/contract to use their tools and the mechanics have to grin and bear it. ;);)

    Same goes for where I work. We sometimes have to use crap tools, because the Manager of our Department works to a budget and if he close to blowing out his budget for the year, he strikes a deal with a lesser known brand of tool manufacturer and we have to use their crap tools over the course of the year. We just take it on the chin and keep moving forward. :D:D
     
  15. BrianZuk

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    #15 BrianZuk, Jul 6, 2008
    Cool Shot
     
  16. omgjon

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  17. Ferrarista3

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    Beta is very well known in Italy and is generally considered as being one of the best (if not the best) producer of garage tools. We'll be getting a set as our garage gets redone.

    Btw, that's a very nice set you got there omgjon. Is it some sort of 'Ferrari edition'?
     
  18. omgjon

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    #18 omgjon, Jul 6, 2008
    Yes, its the Scuderia Ferrari edition.

    http://www.procarestores.com/company/index_04.php
     
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  20. NHeerDesign

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    #20 NHeerDesign, Jul 7, 2008
    Now that is a bumper. Forget your fiddly plastic front ends - cast iron gridwork is where it's at.



    (for those not versed in sarcasm - I know it's not a bumper)
     
  21. Ferrarista3

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    #21 Ferrarista3, Jul 7, 2008
    Hmm...they don't seem to sell this Ferrari edition in Italy. That's unfortunate as I've never been a huge fan of the orange look of their products (on the other hand, they look great in red IMO).
     
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    #22 PAP 348, Jul 7, 2008

    They look great!! :):)
     
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    "Crap" you say? Beta Tools has about one third of the European market. Should we now believe that one third of the mechanics and technicians in Europe don't know a "crap" tool when they use it?
     
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    #24 ralphc, Aug 20, 2008

    Would you mind if I ask what was the total cost, tools and storage? Was it a prepackaged deal in the catalogue? Who did you get them from and how was the service? Thanks.
     
  25. Cheetah

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    #25 Cheetah, Aug 21, 2008
    A good old fashioned cow-catcher would make a great option here in LA
     
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