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Just got my 430

Discussion in 'Asia' started by maybach, Jul 18, 2007.

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  1. maybach

    maybach Rookie

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    #1 maybach, Jul 18, 2007
    I took delivery of my 430 Spider last Friday here in HK. I have put 400kms on it already have driven to the NT's and the airport for highway driving and to Shek O, Repusle Bay etc... for some twistier stuff. Can anyone recommend other good drives?
     
  2. SFchallenge

    SFchallenge F1 World Champ

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    #2 SFchallenge, Jul 18, 2007
    Photos photos!

    Sorry not helping much here since I'm from another island :D

    Is the club active there?
     
  3. maybach

    maybach Rookie

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    #3 maybach, Jul 18, 2007
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  4. lung7707

    lung7707 F1 World Champ

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    #4 lung7707, Jul 18, 2007
    Congratulations!!! Very nice set up.
     
  5. SFchallenge

    SFchallenge F1 World Champ

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    #5 SFchallenge, Jul 18, 2007
    Well done, nice specs you have there. There are a few active HK chatters here & I rem them showing pics of big gatherings with F50 etc up in the hills. Still doing the running-in? How's the handling compared to your earlier rides?

    I may visit HK again soon. Hope to see some nice exotics & I may just drop by & visit the agents there.
     
  6. maybach

    maybach Rookie

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    #6 maybach, Jul 18, 2007
    I purchased it used with under 2,000km on the clock so its already a little broken in. Handling is in a completely different league compared to the 360. I was also considering a 612 but chose the 430 since it is so comfortable but far more exciting when you want it to be. I also prefer it greatly to the Gallardo which is simply not comfortable for me as I am quite tall not to mention I still find the E-gear a little dim-witted compared to the F1. Have you had a good experience with your Murcie?
     
  7. SFchallenge

    SFchallenge F1 World Champ

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    #7 SFchallenge, Jul 18, 2007
    What? owner sold it for under 2K? What was he thinking, does your Ferrari go over MSRP like US? Glad you ditch the 612, massive depre.

    I only had brief exp. with the 430 so I can't compare it with the G, the late gen. Gs are much better & I definitely love the aggressive Egear downshifts on Sports. I always wonder if those switches on your steering wheel really work like what they should & if you can feel it?

    I love my manual Murcie. Enjoying every min, well other than one of those moment when you just timed it wrongly & going slow ;) Whenever I have time, I'll take a longer journey to office or home. It's my daily ride & it's becoming as easy as a saloon :D

    But it's not as tossable on the corners as a Gallardo.
     
  8. Remy Zero

    Remy Zero Two Time F1 World Champ

    Apr 26, 2005
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    #8 Remy Zero, Jul 18, 2007
    Nice!
     
  9. Fengtau

    Fengtau Formula Junior

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    #9 Fengtau, Jul 18, 2007
    Congrat!nice interior!
     
  10. ghost

    ghost F1 World Champ
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    #10 ghost, Jul 18, 2007
    Congrats on the car. Enjoy it in good health.
     
  11. dc348

    dc348 Formula Junior

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    #11 dc348, Jul 19, 2007
    G'day Maybach, beautiful 430 you've got there. Cyberport / PFL area is not a bad drive.
     
  12. Sega355

    Sega355 Formula Junior

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    #12 Sega355, Jul 19, 2007
    Take it to Luk Keng on Sunday morning at 7:30
     
  13. muwrx

    muwrx Rookie

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    #13 muwrx, Jul 19, 2007
    oh man! how i wish i can race with you here in SG! lol

    i got the ride for like two months and i finally can master it pretty well! how fast can you go in hk without being caught? they got lots of fierce TP's there, rite?
     
  14. dc348

    dc348 Formula Junior

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    #14 dc348, Jul 19, 2007
    Who's up for Luk Keng at 7.30?
     
  15. Sega355

    Sega355 Formula Junior

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    #15 Sega355, Jul 20, 2007
    I will be heading to Luk Keng at 7:30 this Sunday.
     
  16. dc348

    dc348 Formula Junior

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    #16 dc348, Jul 20, 2007
    Hi Sega, just heard from Maybach are you going to be there at 7.30 or meeting somewhere at 7.30?
     
  17. Jon@Tezta

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    #17 Jon@Tezta, Jul 20, 2007
    Probably be better to be at luk keng by 7.30, but watch out of those cyclists!

    Looking good Luke! nice plate too.
     
  18. Sega355

    Sega355 Formula Junior

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    #18 Sega355, Jul 20, 2007
    Yes, we will be heading to Luk Keng at 7am
     
  19. SFchallenge

    SFchallenge F1 World Champ

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    #19 SFchallenge, Jul 20, 2007
    Please show us pics of the gathering. Thanks!
     
  20. BrianZuk

    BrianZuk F1 Rookie

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    #20 BrianZuk, Jul 31, 2007
    Beautifull 430, looks great, CONGRATS!
     
  21. ApeGen

    ApeGen Formula 3
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    #21 ApeGen, Aug 1, 2007
    saw u last week i think, next to DWB golf club.. car looks great :)
     
  22. Jam

    Jam Formula Junior

    Oct 4, 2004
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    #22 Jam, Aug 2, 2007
    Try "Route Twisk" to the Army barracks, also brides pool road in Tai Po.

    Enjoy!
     

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