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  1. mmaltersmd

    mmaltersmd Karting

    Sep 16, 2010
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    #1 mmaltersmd, Aug 26, 2013
    Just got a 2010 california with 1900 miles. Trade in my bentley supersports after a unintended test drive. I was so impressed the next day i made the trade. The supersports was faster, but the california was much more responsive/ sounded better, handled better with a more electric feel to the driver. The interior fit and finish is superior.
    Cars ive had as daily drivers in the past, db9 volante, base continental gt, 612,997tt, e63 amg, and for a short time my 430 spidr was drive daily. So far this is my favorite. I LOVE this thing.. just wanted share my thoughts.
    Its only weakness is it lacks about 100 hp:)) but thats a personal pereference.
     
  2. forgeahead

    forgeahead F1 Rookie
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    #2 forgeahead, Aug 26, 2013
    Great car.
    Yeah, the cali could use more power but Ferrari is so good at making the drive experience the epitome of passione.
    Congrats and enjoy.
     
  3. RickLederman

    RickLederman F1 Rookie
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    #3 RickLederman, Aug 27, 2013
    If it had 100 more HP it would need another 100 :D ... but it would take much longer to get used to driving! You are right, the California is an amazing car! Don Garlits can always make something much faster but it won't be a modern Ferrari! Enjoy her

    Rick
     
  4. 4th_gear

    4th_gear F1 Rookie

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    #4 4th_gear, Aug 27, 2013
    Congratulations on your California discovery! I won't worry about the extra 100 HP - can't really use the additional power on public roads and they would just burn more gas! We could wish for a lighter car though. I'm always amazed at how well the Cali puts down power.
     
  5. dr.sb

    dr.sb Formula Junior

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    #5 dr.sb, Aug 27, 2013
    Congratulations on the cali! Only 1900 miles in the last 3 years - amazing find!

    Do have one question regarding your view/opinion on the interior quality/fit& finish of the cali and the bentley supersport...we have the new bentley conti gt w12 and I have just got the 458 as well...although the F car finish is sublime, especially in the spec I chose (of course I am biased), I do not think you can compare these cars in fit and finish, the Bentley Conti GT is a pure luxury grand tourer and, for me, the 458/cali interiors are driver oriented for cockpit feel, but the conti GT are geared for luxury and wafting along - e.g.. seat massage in the conti GT - I do not even have seat heating in my 458 race seats lol.

    Very different interiors.

    Sunny
     
  6. Balsamina

    Balsamina Formula Junior

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    #6 Balsamina, Aug 28, 2013
    Welcome! Looks like you've had an interesting fleet of daily drivers. I'd be interested in your impressions of them as daily drivers compared/contrasted to the California. Lets also see some pics! :)
     
  7. mmaltersmd

    mmaltersmd Karting

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    #7 mmaltersmd, Aug 29, 2013
    i trade them as i get them. so the supersport was just traded for the california. Yes sunny the supersports is more of a cabin the the california is a cockpit. For me this suits my personality. i loved the supersports inside and out. it was roomy and so powerful. the californias more of a percisioned tool. i guess i just love the interior lines and functionality of the california.
     

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