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Introduction...New Lusso owner in NYC

Discussion in 'FF/Lusso' started by LittleEnzo, Jan 1, 2025.

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  1. LittleEnzo

    LittleEnzo Karting

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    I see the tradition of introducing oneself. As the title says, I'm a new (to me) Lusso (V12) owner in Manhatan. Not entirely sure the billard table smooth roads and disciplined, skilled, euro-style drivers of the neighborhood are the perfect mix for my new car, but we shall see. I will no doubt bother others attempting the same thing for their advice (bumper guards to protect with valet parking recommendations, anyone?) as I go along, but already thanks to so many of you who made the effort to post your tips. First F, indeed first sportscar in 30+ years, and there is a learning curve. You guys help with that immensely. Some pics to show specs:
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  2. flash32

    flash32 F1 Veteran

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    Congratulations beautiful color combination
    Enjoy it in good health
     
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  3. ANOpax

    ANOpax Formula 3

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    Welcome to the forum Fabio. That’s a beautiful spec Lusso you have there. :rolleyes:
     
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  4. donv

    donv Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Beautiful! Is that the one that was for sale at Ferrari of New England?
     
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  5. LittleEnzo

    LittleEnzo Karting

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    Nope! It came from LA. Trendy “bi-coastal” lifestyle!
     
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  6. Nospinzone

    Nospinzone F1 Veteran

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    Congrats and I wish you good luck with it!

    Love the color combination.
     
  7. LeoBRK

    LeoBRK Formula Junior

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    Congrats! Gorgeous color combo. Im in NYC as well, tough to find good parking that will accept a Ferrari. I know Paddock will take it, midtown east
     
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  8. LittleEnzo

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    Interesting: I have not had that be an issue yet, but have only been dealing with monthly, so just pay extra $ for "lux car." Do you use a bumper protector? Have you found one that fits?
     
  9. LeoBRK

    LeoBRK Formula Junior

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    Paddock garage is amazing! Expensive, more than the extra for lux car at a standard garage but probably worth it. garages on my block will not accept the my FF . So at the moment I'm garaging my cars in Long Island. Not sure though other than paddock it would trust any garage even with bumper protector. we have a leased Benz truck and they alway are getting banged up.
     
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  10. vdm9

    vdm9 Formula Junior
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    Congratulations !!! Use her in good health !!!
    Be sure and join the local Ferrari Club.
    I belong to the Long Island Ferrari club and it is great.
    From Sunday cars and bagels to events - its like a social club with a car problem !!!
    Makes the Ferrari ownership more special. And so many members willing to help with expertise and connections.

    Good Luck with the new ride!!!
     
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  11. squishy

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    Congratulations on your new baby! Beautiful color!
     
  12. perlfather

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    Well, I was the one who purchased the one at Ferrari of NE this past December. My first F as well - a retirement present. So far, I'm delighted! New car and new garage lift. (Please consider this introduction:)
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  13. 3POINT8

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    congrats! love the blue
     
  14. Nospinzone

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    Congrats and I wish you good luck with it.

    I hope you are an FCA member and will attend events this year!
     
  15. perlfather

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    Yes, I am and I hope/expect to.
     
  16. LittleEnzo

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    A fine choice of color! Hope all is well
     
  17. 71veedub

    71veedub Formula Junior

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    Sweet lusso and 964! And congrats on the retirement as well! Where in NH? I'm just south of the MA border between 95 and 93.

    Is it TdF blue? I've got a 550 in that color and my b-i-l (nearby) has a blu pozzi FF which I've been borrowing recently.

    Greg
     
  18. donv

    donv Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Congratulations! What a spectacular car!

     
  19. dustman

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  20. Eilig

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    What do you miss about it? I'm considering one. Would love your thoughts, especially knowing that your tastes are similar to mine.
     
  21. LittleEnzo

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    You have great taste! Actually amazing, down to the calipers and tach color. Any time you are in NYC you can drive mine, to remind you!
     
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  22. dustman

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    Too kind!
     
  23. dustman

    dustman F1 World Champ
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    I grew to love the shape. And of course the v12 wail. I’m one who thinks the 458 is the best sounding even over the v12’s, but still that Lusso wails. Lusso is playful, and not as showy as the exotics. Interior very nice place to be. Downsides…well like all F of the era constant little things go wrong, and I’ve said before when driven very very hard on twisty canyon roads the brakes are not there to inspire confidence given the weight and some of the movement the vehicle has under braking. Drive it 8/10 and you will never notice.

    Edit : responded to wrong person
     
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  24. dustman

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    See above
     
  25. Nospinzone

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    :D:D:D

    It's all good!
     

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