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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by Red575, Feb 13, 2012.

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  1. Red575

    Red575 Karting
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    Apr 8, 2011
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    Jimi C.
    #1 Red575, Feb 13, 2012
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    G'day everyone. I have been lurking for a while and forgot to introduce myself. I have been a owner and Ferrari enthusiast for as long as I can remember. I have owned a number of Ferrari's over the years but sadly did not retain them all.

    Currently I have a 575M F1 and a 512 TR. The 575M is my favorite and I will never part with it. I have owned the car for 12 months and brought it to Australia from the UK. It's a 04 model red with creme. It took a while to find the right one without shields and with a good history. Build number 52821.

    The 575 just puts a smile on my face every time I drive it, but then so do all Ferrari's.

    FChat is a great forum and I look forward to spending time here with other like minded enthusiasts.
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  2. PV Dirk

    PV Dirk F1 Veteran

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    #2 PV Dirk, Feb 13, 2012
    The 575 is a dream car for me. Someday I hope to make the jump from V8 to V8 and V12. Welcome. Wonderful cars. I like the license plate too.
     
  3. Dipsomaniac

    Dipsomaniac F1 Veteran

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    #3 Dipsomaniac, Feb 13, 2012
    Congrats on making it from lurker to poster :) you have a beautiful collection & the 575 is timeless.

    Is there such a shortage of 575's in Oz that you needed to look to the UK?

    Also I was wondering if you could fill me in on the taxes etc payable .. I guess it was still economically viable? I'm considering it for my F-cat but figured with import/lux car taxes it wouldn't make sense. I sent my E46 M3 back from Tokyo over 10 years ago, but the declared value was considerably lower than an Ferrari.
     
  4. Red575

    Red575 Karting
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    Jimi C.
    #4 Red575, Feb 14, 2012
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    Thanks PV, Derek for the warm welcome. Derek I'm in the UK on business quite often and have a home there (I was born in Scotland) so I owned the 575 with the intention of using it while in the UK. But ended up deciding to bring it out to Australia.

    If I recall at the time I decided to buy a 575 there was only 2 available for sale in Australia. So not that much choice like the UK or USA.

    Got to dig those 12 cylinders.
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  5. Kiwiboy308

    Kiwiboy308 Formula Junior

    Jun 8, 2011
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    #5 Kiwiboy308, Feb 24, 2012
    Nice ride Jimi! Fchat is full of good stuff I'm sure you'll enjoy.
     

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