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  1. ttgangsta

    ttgangsta Karting

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    #1 ttgangsta, Sep 6, 2006
    This is our first ferrari need some advice.

    what are some cool options must have?

    already getting:
    metallic red
    crema
    stradale wheels
    ceramic brakes
    shields
    deviated stitching
    recaro electric seats
    ipod hookup
    leather parcel shelf
    leather seat backs
    led steering wheel
    f1
    upolstered roof
    aluminum colored calipers
    bose hifi


    what else do i need?

    thanks guys.
    bill
     
  2. WCH

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    #2 WCH, Sep 6, 2006
    This may not apply, if you want a single color interior, but: take a look at the interior of the car and consider whether the "leather roof," leather shelf and similar options provide exactly what you want. Ferrari will make an "interior to sketch," allowing you (as far as I know) to specify the color of every piece of leather.
     
  3. MGD416

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    #3 MGD416, Sep 6, 2006
    you covered a lot of them i wouldnt get creama but it isnt my car, you can really customize it i heard the voice navigation is terrible
     
  4. phil612

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    #4 phil612, Sep 6, 2006
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    If you're having crema leather seats then make sure you get a dark carpet otherwise the car will look like the inside of a purse. See my 612 (it's not black, it's very dark blue):
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  5. the_jay

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    #5 the_jay, Sep 6, 2006
    I agree- two toning the dash will show the details of the car much better. Also watch out for crema dash, you might get some really bad glare coming off the dash.
     
  6. ChallengeDK

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    #6 ChallengeDK, Sep 6, 2006
    Personally i wouldn't buy a new Ferrari without a racing harness...
    Whats your opinion on that?
     
  7. Qksilver

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    #7 Qksilver, Sep 6, 2006
    Welcome from another 6speeder...

    Personallly I wouldn't do beige... just me though. Should be an amazing car! Any estimates on when it will be delivered?

    Joe
     
  8. ttgangsta

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    #8 ttgangsta, Sep 6, 2006
    OK does anyone have pictures of the different beige colors in real life interiors? Also I think the race harness is cool, but is it removable? I feel like it will disrupt the elegance of the interior...am i crazy?
     
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    #10 nerd, Sep 6, 2006
    "This is my first Ferrari and my dealer is letting me order a 599"

    I'm not sure if I should laugh or cry..........
     
  11. Qksilver

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    #11 Qksilver, Sep 6, 2006
    He's legit.
     
  12. of2worlds

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    #12 of2worlds, Sep 6, 2006
    Daytona seats may be more practical from a 'size' perspective. Also NO piping on the seat edges. Metallic red-the new Monza Red? Luca's favorite after only 45 tries... The rest sounds fine if it works for you.
    horse fan
     
  13. amenasce

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    #13 amenasce, Sep 6, 2006
    I think he means the fact that he's having his 599 in 3 months without any past Ferrari ownership whereas some owners here have a 2 year waiting list
     
  14. F2003-GA

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    #14 F2003-GA, Sep 6, 2006
    Which geographic area are you located in?
    Did you buy your ordering position at a premium?
    Sorry to ask these questions but you are looking for advice.
    Most Fchatters will be taken back that this is your first Ferrari and its a 599.
     
  15. aja

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    #15 aja, Sep 6, 2006
    good question. my father just specked his 3 weeks ago but its his 30th new f car. anyway he specked yellow/blk daytonas yellow stiching no inserts 20" wheels . also asked for the rear shelf and headliner quilted in leather should be cool and all the other normal options shields,hi fi, f1, led wheel. good luck
     
  16. Qksilver

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    #16 Qksilver, Sep 6, 2006
    Ah right. Sorry about the misunderstanding.
     
  17. ttgangsta

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    #17 ttgangsta, Sep 6, 2006
    We are getting the car from a dealer in the Southern part of the US who i will not name due to the controversy this is causing. The dealer is a friend not the dealer in my region who I normally go to, and I don't want to upset anyone at Ferrari NA, or my local dealer for going somewhere else. Please respect these wishes, I am only trying to spec the car correctly not cause a bunch of dealer drama.
     
  18. ttgangsta

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    #18 ttgangsta, Sep 6, 2006
    OK update thanks for the replies so far BTW it's been a huge help!

    Right now we are thinking a black upper dash, beige lower dash. Possibly red deviated stitching.

    Does anybody have picture of a car with black carpeting and beige leather?

    Also what is your opinion on carbon fiber and how much is too little, how much is too much.

    Right now I'm thinking the upper trim piece for the dash, all the steering controls and f1 paddles, the center console, and the sport seats all in carbon fiber. Not doing the door sills though. Is this too much, too little, or just right. My vision is a car that says elegant yet super car, which I feel is what this car was made to be. I want it to walk down the street like a ladie, but be a total ho in the bed if you will.
     
  19. F2003-GA

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    #19 F2003-GA, Sep 6, 2006
    Hats off to your father.
    I've bought six previously and will have to wait a year for my 599.
    But my F430 spyder should be going into production soon.
     
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    #20 nerd, Sep 6, 2006
    Great, thanks for the clarification.
     
  21. WCH

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    #21 WCH, Sep 6, 2006
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    I prefer the darkest of the tan colors. Here is the interior of my (former) F430. Were I to do this combination again, I might spec black accents on the armrests, or elsewhere. I'm not partial to a lot of carbon fiber,though on the launch 599s some carbon was non-negotiable:
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  22. WCH

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    #22 WCH, Sep 6, 2006
    One more recommendation, which you've probably thought of: look at all the recent Ferrari interiors you can. The Dupont Registry's website, as well as FNA's, are great sources of examples.
     
  23. Vboy19

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    #23 Vboy19, Sep 6, 2006
    Don't Know if some one already said this was quickly replying, but what about red brake calp's? You know what is an interior is Nasharty's(I believe thats the his forum name) Ferrari 612 Special edition. That would be cool if you could do that, with either the Silverstone color or black. Don't mean to mess things up, but just thought i would give you an option.
     
  24. MGD416

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    #24 MGD416, Sep 6, 2006
    sounds good to me
     
  25. Vboy19

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    #25 Vboy19, Sep 6, 2006
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