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I finaly did it!! #49719 is mine and in the garage!

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  1. fchip

    fchip Formula Junior

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    Thanks to all of your help, after a 12 month search I found my baby. I love the clean looks of the Euro QV's so have been looking all around the US for a clean, no stories car that I can put some serious miles on. Instead, I found a great US model right in my own "back yard" from Steve Barney at SportAuto. 49719 is a 84 US QV, Blue Sera (rare?) with Crema interior. 32,000 miles with recent major and records going back 15 years.

    Just to make sure I broke her in properly, I drove her home in a howling thunderstorm! No leaks and she was stable in the wet. What a blast. Now I need to spend the next year cleaning her up.

    We are going to clean up the interior next week. Then, in between the drives, I am going to replace the US bumpers with Euro styles, install a Euro front grill and driving lights then replace the rear "diaper" with a Euro valance. Also, since this is not a show car I think I will install the Birdman electrics, a Hill Engineering steering wheel extension for a better fit for me. Of course, that is in addition to all the niggling issues that will arise with a 26 year old Italian!

    Thanks again for all your help. Let me know what else I should add to my wish list for my baby.

    See you on the road.
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    fchip, Mar 14, 2010
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  2. magnum

    magnum Formula Junior

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    Looks really nice and the colour combo is perfect. Very different from the usual red. The car looks stunning and well maintained, and for sure the price has been high... Drive it in good health!
     
    magnum, Mar 14, 2010
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  3. David Jarrett

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    Looks superb. Lovely colour.
     
    David Jarrett, Mar 14, 2010
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  4. Champboat/Champcar

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    Great color combination, the car looks great, good luck with her, I never saw a blue one ,its Beautiful !
     
    Champboat/Champcar, Mar 14, 2010
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  5. jimshadow

    jimshadow F1 Veteran Lifetime Rossa Owner

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    Congrats! I remember that thrill of the first ownership drive well! Its re-created for me everytime I start up my GT4. :)

    I REALLY like the piped leather. That really sets off the interior.

    Can't wait to see more pics.

    JIM
     
    jimshadow, Mar 14, 2010
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  6. cockrill

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    Congratulations! Very, very beautiful car!
     
    cockrill, Mar 14, 2010
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  7. Argento839

    Argento839 F1 Veteran

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    Great color! Congrats!
     
    Argento839, Mar 14, 2010
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  8. 903L

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    Beeee-U-T-Fuuuuull ride! Big Congrats!! :D
     
    903L, Mar 14, 2010
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  9. GatorFL

    GatorFL Moderator Moderator Owner

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    GatorFL, Mar 14, 2010
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  10. labcars

    labcars Formula 3 Rossa Subscribed

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    Congratulations!! Welcome to the 3x8 brotherhood. Great color combination, but then I'm partial (my '77B is Dino ble metallico/tan). Great weather is coming! Clean it next year. For now, drive the sucker!! :) :)
     
    labcars, Mar 14, 2010
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  11. JF308

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    Hey Chip....great news. Congratulations. Sorry that this means that you and I won't be getting together in Frisco this week to talk 308's... but next time you are out there, let me know since I am a regular traveller to the bay area.

    I like the Blue/crema combo (my GT4 was a blue metallic and I loved it).

    Best of luck, John
     
    JF308, Mar 14, 2010
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  12. Aurum

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    Hi Chip.

    Beautiful car! Congratulations! A quick question, is your piping black or blue? I can't tell with the over exposure.

    -c
     
    Aurum, Mar 14, 2010
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  13. miketuason

    miketuason F1 World Champ Owner Silver Subscribed

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    Congrats and welcome, beautiful car fchip! Just word of advise, get rid of the Fram Oil Filter ASAP
     
    miketuason, Mar 14, 2010
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  14. Ferraripilot

    Ferraripilot F1 World Champ Owner Project Master

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    That is fabulous. Congrats to you
     
    Ferraripilot, Mar 14, 2010
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  15. captwillieb 328gts

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    Patience pays off !!! Way to go !!
    Nice ride !!
     
    captwillieb 328gts, Mar 14, 2010
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  16. Amnster

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    Congrats, she's gorgeous.
     
    Amnster, Mar 14, 2010
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  17. 308 GTB QV

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    Great color combination, good choice! Congratulations to your new car! :)
     
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  18. zaevor2000

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    Beautiful car. Congrats!

    Love the piping :)

    Frank
     
    zaevor2000, Mar 15, 2010
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  19. GrayTA

    GrayTA F1 World Champ Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    Congrats and welcome to the club!!!


    PDG
     
    GrayTA, Mar 15, 2010
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  20. davebdave

    davebdave Formula 3 Owner Silver Subscribed

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    WoW! Congrats, gorgeous 308!
    Dave
     
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  21. mcimino

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    Very nice! Love the seat piping too! Car's going to look sharp with the euro mods... don't forget the mirrors!
     
    mcimino, Mar 15, 2010
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  22. barcheta

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    it's official... I love blue Ferraris. The blue piping on your example looks great.
    +1 on the fram...
     
    barcheta, Mar 15, 2010
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  23. Steelton Keith

    Steelton Keith F1 Veteran Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    Congratulations. The blue is my favourite colour as well. Hope to see you on Six Forks! Keith
     
    Steelton Keith, Mar 15, 2010
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  24. Dr Tommy Cosgrove

    Dr Tommy Cosgrove Three Time F1 World Champ Owner Rossa Subscribed

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    exciting isn't it?
     
    Dr Tommy Cosgrove, Mar 15, 2010
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  25. Fiat4Fun

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    Love the blue color!
    Enjoy and use it good health.
    I enjoy mine every time I turn the key.......
    Bob
     
    Fiat4Fun, Mar 15, 2010
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