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  1. mj_duell

    mj_duell Formula 3

    Nov 20, 2004
    1,421
    S. Glastonbury, CT.
    Full Name:
    Mike
    Hello everyone,
    I have recently purchased my first Ferrari, a 1991 348 TS Black and Tan with 51,000 miles on it. Major was done last June along with front brakes and a list of other things. I have records for a new clutch 10,000 mile ago as well. It was at a dealership in a small town in PA. I called them about two weeks ago and asked for the service records which they faxed to me shortly after. Ferrari of Washington did the service so I gave them a call to get more insight on the car and some tips on how to care for it. They were extremely helpful and made me feel better about purchasing the car. I got a great deal on the car which means it’s not perfect. The rear glass had an antenna mount drilled into it at one point, which resulted in the glass fracturing, I am looking for a replacement now. The passenger side window does not go down with either the drivers or passengers side window button. The buttons are not lit either so my guess is that the electrical connection in the door or power to the door is disconnected. From what I have read here a good place to start looking is where the wire cross over to the door. I actually have a new door harness in the box that came with the car, but I am not sure if it will be needed. Other than those to issues it needs a paint job at some point. The interior is as good as I have seen during my search. The leather is worn only slightly, but in great condition. The car was not smoked in either which helps. The consol will need a repaint, but it doesn't look to bad right now. Wheels are in excellent shape, shocks feel good too. I am not new to building or restoring cars, been doing it for a long time so I am not really afraid of working on this thing. The price of the parts is a little hard to get use too, but I knew that when I signed on the dotted line.

    I must say after only enjoying the car for 48 hours that I will never part with it. I have dreamed of the day I was able to purchase such a car, but I really never thought that I would. I have open tracked a few different cars and I have owned a few really nice show quality cars as well, but I have never, ever felt more appreciation for an automobile than when I took that first drive. It is the only car that sounded and performed the way I pictured it in my head.

    I look forward to being an active forum member and gaining more knowledge about the 348 and the maintenance I am sure is in my future. I have already begun reading the Ferrari 348 Primer and have downloaded the service manual. Thanks to all who posted to the repair threads as well, they are very helpful.

    Thanks,

    Mike
     
  2. 285ferrari

    285ferrari Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Sep 11, 2004
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    Welcome Mike--Seems like you really did your homework and know what to expect--- Congrats and stay tuned to this section for great advice and answers to every question you could ever have. This section has some of the most knowledgable people you will ever encounter. Ring up Daniel at Ricambi for your parts needs. He is the Ferrari parts God!!
     
  3. speedy_sam

    speedy_sam F1 Veteran

    Jul 13, 2004
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    Sameer
    Welcome to the Brotherhood! PAP will be coming along soon with the official welcome picture.
     
  4. Vegas-Guy

    Vegas-Guy Formula 3

    Nov 25, 2007
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    Congrats...:D Let's see the pics!!!
     
  5. 3forty8

    3forty8 F1 Rookie
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    Apr 25, 2006
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    Well done Mike! The 348 Brotherhood is a great group of enthusiasts that add to the ownership experience. Not all parts have to be expensive - along with site sponser Ricambi, keep this thread bookmarked for future reference:
    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=50339&highlight=0280130026

    +1 - This thread is useless without pics! :D
     
  6. mj_duell

    mj_duell Formula 3

    Nov 20, 2004
    1,421
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    Not sure how to actually get the pictures to show, here are some links to my Flickr account.

    --Mike
     
  7. ernie

    ernie Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Nov 19, 2001
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    Welcome to the 348 Brotherhood Mike.
     
  8. Oengus

    Oengus F1 World Champ
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    Looks great Mike........:)
     
  9. PAP 348

    PAP 348 Ten Time F1 World Champ
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    Dec 10, 2005
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    #9 PAP 348, Jan 25, 2009
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  10. PAP 348

    PAP 348 Ten Time F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa Owner

    Dec 10, 2005
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    #10 PAP 348, Jan 25, 2009
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  11. potxoli

    potxoli Formula 3

    Mar 22, 2007
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    wow that car looks great!!! Congrats and welcome to the brotherhood. I drove mine today for the first time in 3 weeks, man I love that car!!!
     
  12. bushwhacker

    bushwhacker In Memoriam

    May 25, 2006
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    Wow, very nice.......welcome!
     
  13. MBFerrari

    MBFerrari F1 Veteran

    Jul 2, 2008
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    Congrats man!!! Welcome to the brotherhood! Gothspeed should be along shortly to tell you that you bought the right color car, or at least Vince Vassallo will chime in. They LOOOOVE BLACK!!!

    This is a great group of guys. If you stay humble and appreciative you can get a LOT of help on this site...

    MB
    (Rosso Contingent - :))
     
  14. FandLcars

    FandLcars F1 Rookie

    Aug 6, 2006
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    Congrats on achieving your dream, Mike, and welcome to the Brotherhood! :)

    As a new 348 owner, if you would like to get some great 348 Brotherhood apparel... shirts, hats, etc. Bushwhacker's the man!!
     
  15. Ingenere

    Ingenere F1 Veteran
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    Dec 11, 2001
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    Welcome! There is nothing like your first Ferrari..... especially if it's a 348!
     
  16. albert328gts

    albert328gts Formula 3
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    Oct 31, 2003
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    Welcome to the Brotherhood.
     
  17. Bullfighter

    Bullfighter Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Jan 26, 2005
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    Black and tan is where it's at. Everything else is just primer!

    Congrats.
     
  18. ernie

    ernie Two Time F1 World Champ
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    One of my favorite drinks. :D
     
  19. PAP 348

    PAP 348 Ten Time F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa Owner

    Dec 10, 2005
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    The story of my life! :D:D
     
  20. Night life

    Night life F1 Veteran
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    Dec 1, 2007
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    The city that rhymes with fun in Canada
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    Nero seems to be where it's at just ask Goth..;)
     
  21. mj_duell

    mj_duell Formula 3

    Nov 20, 2004
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    Mike
    Thanks to everyone for the very warm welcome. I love black, had many cars that color and Guiness is my favorite beer. I'm in Glastonbury, CT just in case any of you are close.

    --Mike
     
  22. mj_duell

    mj_duell Formula 3

    Nov 20, 2004
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    Thanks PAP.

    --Mike
     
  23. troy_wood

    troy_wood Formula 3

    Apr 28, 2007
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    Welcome Mike - really nice 348!
     
  24. gothspeed

    gothspeed F1 World Champ

    May 26, 2006
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    Welcome to f-chat ................... your 348 looks fabulous, for at least one obvious reason .................. its nero ................. :cool: ............... as previously mentioned by other great members ............. you will find lots of great info here :)!!!!!
     
  25. traimpz348

    traimpz348 Formula 3

    Apr 13, 2004
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