430 Modern Ferrari 430 Tail Light - Possible GROUP BUY?

Moderators: This isn't a For Sale or Wanted thread. Hope I am not breaking any rules here =)

Hi guys,

I've been researching ways to modernize the 430 tail lights for about 2 months now, and I was about to pull the trigger on getting a retrofit job done for about $2K until a fellow member showed me this link that he came across.

Disclaimer (NOT Affiliated): (https://www.ebay.com/itm/225230857137?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=5rP1SvNHSkm&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=5rP1SvNHSkm&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY)

Yes, it's "eBay". I was a skeptic myself but because it closely resembles was I am going for without cutting into the OEM lights, I reached out directly to get more details. Connected with the co-owner Allan who manufactures these from scratch in his factory. There is a language barrier so it's a bit rough but I managed to collect that it does come with a 3-year warranty, and it is 100% plug-and-play. No error codes, and no fitment issues.

Their current listing has a different video that is more detailed on how it operates. Before was more of an infomercial and questionable. I tried to convince him to offer the clear lens version but with just a handful that MAY potentially want it clear, don't think he'll bite since they purposely want to "modernize" by replicating the look of the 488 GTB:

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Anyways long story short I would like to see if we can get enough interested USA buyers so I can set up a group buy with them? I convince Allan if we were to get (5)+ sets shipped to 1 designation - I used San Diego, CA - that the price I originally dealt with him will be honored.

Each set will come out to be about $1,650 landed vs the current listing of about $2,600 landed so that is pretty much $1,000 in savings if we can establish a group buys of at least 5 units. *Price is subject to change if the shipping price goes up by the holidays or 2023*

Even if you aren't close enough to me to pick it up, I am sure shipping to you could still save you lots of $$$ than buying it solo.

I've initiated group buys before with my other hobbies so everyone can save, and it's usually a LOT of work so unless the savings are great, I hesitate to lead it.

Again just want to put this out there: I am not affiliated whatsoever with that listing. Here to share what I found out and possibly establish a group purchase to capitalize on the savings and hope that isn't against the forum rules.

 

Right? Beats the pain of retrofitting

Yes, it is $2300 + $105 shipping + tax that eBay collects. Mine is 8.75% so I am estimating it's about $2,600 for me landed but I am sure it could be slightly less on the tax for other parts of the U.S.

Once received, shipping shouldn't be too much to other states since it won't be in an oversized wooden crate that came from overseas on the initial order. I'll keep the foam that it'll come in and find the appropriate-sized box w/ insurance. Will show all receipts to participants, and keep things 100% transparent along the way. That's why I say it's a lot of work to organize. Haha

Never hurts to pay it forward in the end because I've benefited much from other group buys I've participated in the past too

 

Hi guys,

Per the recommendation of a fellow member, I will post photos of the lights below. Pretty much saved them from the eBay listing which is why I didn't post them initially since figured anyone who would be interested to just click on that link and be able to see the video as well. I don't know how to embed that video here

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Ahhh! That was you Nick? When I saw that 1 "sold" on their listing for Oct 31st I was like I wonder who that is! Now found out that is a fellow member? Small world but really cool. Yes please update us.

 

Kent if you watch their updated video on the listing you can see it has fog lights also.

The reverse light is a white color - which I LOVE - and appears pretty bright too

 

Appears to be photos of the pre-shipment. Please let us know when it arrives Nick.

Literally just asked Allan your question and he said it's a strong plastic

 

I have a hard time trying to explain to him what a clear lens vs smoke lens is and how members want it clear so I'll doubt he'll know how to respond to how it gets screwed on.

We can only rely on Nick now for the true "fitment" testament of how it is advertised and how it really is. Thanks for being our test Nick!

 

Yup! That is why I wanted to initiate a group buy because even at $1900 when I checked on 10/31, I was thinking it is a little high because of where it got made and the description is vague. The language barrier is there but due to constant messaging and so many pictures sent is where I built up the confidence that quality is there.

 

Thanks for testing it out for us, Nick.

You bought it at the old price, right? How much did yours cost landed (if you don't mind sharing)?

I feel like the recent $400 increase is only going to discourage more solo buyers...