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  1. johntvette

    johntvette Formula Junior

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    #1 johntvette, Mar 29, 2006
    Hi!

    I am in the middle of a transaction for my first Ferrari. It is a 1990 348ts, red with tan interior. Personally, I don't care much for cars; Overpriced and slow :D.....But the Ferrari has been a dream of mine since before I could pee straight. It started with Magnum PI and Vacation. How could anyone NOT fall in love with those cars? Well, I finally decided to get one. Why shouldn't I finally spoil myself? I work hard, and I think I have earned it. I am really looking forward to meeting everyone in the future, and seeing what the Ferrari community is all about. I have been a part of the Vette scene in DFW for a number of years, and always found the people very friendly and fun to be around....I'm hoping for much of the same. I am also heavily into motorcycles. I currently race with the CMRA, so my speed fix is already taken care of.

    I do have a question about service. This car has low miles (17K), but it's past is slightly sordid. Who is the BEST in the metroplex at a (relatively) reasonable price? This is kind of my first order of business on the car.
     
  2. GrigioGuy

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    #2 GrigioGuy, Mar 29, 2006
  3. LSU348

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    #3 LSU348, Mar 29, 2006
    My 348 Spider was serviced by Norwoods by the previous owner. Car runs great. James and Mike are superbly nice. Their price for service is hard to match. I'd go with them. Enjoy the car! Welcome to the 348 brotherhood.

     
  4. johntvette

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    #4 johntvette, Mar 30, 2006
    Thanks guys! I'll be checking them out for sure. I will also be attending some gatherings in the very near future, as I look forward to meeting everyone.

    Now, if only I could find a way to time warp to 10 days from now :D
     
  5. rob lay

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    #5 rob lay, Mar 30, 2006
    Welcome, if you want to win our shows, bring the vette. :) Brian Ratcliff brought his vette out to our rally once and the restaurant owner picked it as their favorite for a trophy.
     
  6. Rev.ATARI

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    #6 Rev.ATARI, Mar 30, 2006
    Vette, Ferrari same thing :)
     
  7. -FROG-

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    #7 -FROG-, Mar 30, 2006
    Though the 348 isnot a "top of the line" Ferrari, it's still one of my favorite! I want one soooo bad! The curves and proportion is just done right. Great car! Fast for a 3.4 liter V8! WOW!
     
  8. ronr

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    #8 ronr, Mar 30, 2006
    I believe it was a "top of the line" Ferrari when it came out. I guess the 430 is the only t.o.t.l. V8 Ferrari nowadays.
     
  9. -FROG-

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    #9 -FROG-, Mar 31, 2006
    yes, I deffinetly agree! I wasn't trying to be negative, I was just going on the comment John made about them being overpriced and slow. I LOVE 348's though!
     
  10. johntvette

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    #10 johntvette, Mar 31, 2006

    EASY!! ;) I was saying that CARS are overpriced and slow! I love Ferraris.....LOVE THEM! ADORE THEM! Even the 348 :p
     
  11. rob lay

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    #11 rob lay, Mar 31, 2006
    I'll give you the slow part, but buy a 348 and a C6 today and sell them both in 3 years, let me know which one cost more. :D
     
  12. johntvette

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    #12 johntvette, Mar 31, 2006
    Absolutely agree......I was on the cusp of buying another Vette (C6 conv), and thought to myself: "In three years, this thing will be worth 25K.....You know, I've always wanted a Ferrari....."

    So, the 348 was the weapon of choice for me, as I don't care much for power in a car. If I want to go fast, I have my choice of track weapons that are much more fun and much faster. This is to satisfy an inner desire that has plagued me since childhood. In short, I'll be a poser in the car........Maybe I'll hang my worn out knee sliders from the rear view mirror :D
     
  13. B.Ratcliff

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    #13 B.Ratcliff, Apr 4, 2006
    I think he thought it was an Enzo. It looks just like one.
     
  14. Vlad328

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    #14 Vlad328, Apr 4, 2006
    "Weapon of choice"

    That's a fresh way to describe one's car. I think I'll run with it.
     
  15. johntvette

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    #15 johntvette, Apr 5, 2006
    Glad I could be of service. Don't worry, I'm full of much BS, so I you might get more entertainment out of me in the future.
     
  16. jsa330

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    #16 jsa330, Apr 5, 2006
    John, I came off a '69 big-block roadster into Ferraridom...also a very longstanding dream for me...I couldn't pee straight at 15 and still can't at 56.

    348 is a great car, congrats. You won't need sub 6-second 0-60 times...the whole thing is a total integrated experience.

    I would definitely go with Norwood's; there are other very commendable shops around but Norwood is all Ferrari and highest integrity together.
     
  17. Nick R

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    #17 Nick R, Apr 6, 2006
    Norwoods is great. Just call and ask for Mike or James.
     
  18. johntvette

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    #18 johntvette, Apr 7, 2006
    Thanks for the advice guys! However, I think I've decided to tackle this thing myself.

    Then, I'll have an even greater appreciation for this fine piece of Italian machinery.
     
  19. Texas Forever

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    #19 Texas Forever, Apr 7, 2006
    Jeb, you outta load up the truck and move to Beverly.

    Actually, if you are in the Dallas area, you need to talk to Ric Rainbolt, like right now.

    Send me an private message if you need his email address.

    Dale
     
  20. PeterS

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    #20 PeterS, Apr 8, 2006
    Welcome to FerrariOwnershipDom! I just got a '92 348ts and really like it. Other than the fact that I miss the drivers seat view of the 308's slanted fender wells, it's a great ride. Enjoy!
     
  21. johntvette

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    #21 johntvette, Apr 17, 2006
    Transport company is picking it up Wednesday!!!


    Now, if I an only avoid lighting myself on fire till then.
     

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