Hey Guys, I was wondering if the maintenance costs on the 550/575's are cheaper than on the 355's and 360's, especially since you don't have to pull the engine out on the V12 models for service. Thanks.
Forget the car ****, more importantly who's your friend on your profile? Ok. The motor does not have to be pulled on the 360 for the timing belt service, only the big 30K. And a few creative techs. can also do the same on the 355.
Unfortunately, she's not my friend. She's Adriana Lima, a Victoria's Secret model and the hottest woman in the world. Thanks for being the only guy who replied. heh.
Doody collected valuable info on 550 maintenance costs in http://ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=4345&page=1&pp=20 I have not had mine long enough to compare with a V8 but running costs are no doubt higher on a Maranello: - gas (if it is of importance in your country/state): about 20% higher on the V12, I average 15.5L/100km with my 355 vs 18.6L/100km with the 550 - tires: at equivalent usage patterns, the V12 will no doubt chew more rubber, possibly twice more (weight, torque) - brakes: same The cost of scheduled maintenance is probably a tad lower on a 360, but not by much. When it comes to the cost of unscheduled maintenance (cost of non-quality), I have no clue, and that's probably the ugliest part of the budget.
Are you sure about pulling the engine out for the 30K in 360M. Is there more than replacing the plugs that require pulling the engine out?
