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Discussion in 'New Member Introductions' started by TheRossatron, Sep 13, 2010.

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  1. TheRossatron

    TheRossatron Karting

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    #1 TheRossatron, Sep 13, 2010
    hi all,

    Although I think I registered here in 2006 and my passion for Ferrari has been present for as long as I can remember.

    I've had my heart set on one car since 1994 - the F355. Last week I picked up a rosso/crema 1997 Ferrari F355 GTB. I drove it up from London to Edinburgh (Scotland) with a pretty big grin on my face.

    anyway. hello!
     
  2. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    #2 BigTex, Sep 13, 2010
    Well congrats on your new car........well done....

    And also for DRIVING it home, often a fantastic adventure, for me anyway....
     
  3. hinton308

    hinton308 Formula Junior

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    #3 hinton308, Sep 13, 2010
    Way to go Ross--now we need photos!!!!
    Don
     
  4. UroTrash

    UroTrash Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #4 UroTrash, Sep 13, 2010
    Grats on the 55! PICS PLEASE!!!!!!!!
     
  5. blackbolt22

    blackbolt22 F1 Veteran
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    #5 blackbolt22, Sep 13, 2010
    but must have pictures.

    The 355 is one of the most beautiful cars ever.
     
  6. TheRossatron

    TheRossatron Karting

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    #6 TheRossatron, Sep 14, 2010
    Last edited: Sep 14, 2010
    thanks all!

    Here's a few snaps I took. Will need to give her a good wash and wax and take some proper ones!

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    can't figure out how to embed an image in the post! sorry
     
  7. mseals

    mseals Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #7 mseals, Sep 14, 2010
    Ross,

    What a beautiful car...! Congrats from Kuwait!

    Mike
     
  8. Simon

    Simon Moderator
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    #8 Simon, Sep 14, 2010
    Congratulations Ross. The 355 is a beautiful car.

    Now, get yourself to the technical section :D
     
  9. Simon

    Simon Moderator
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    #9 Simon, Sep 14, 2010
    Just noticed the swiss autobahn vignette on your car. Been to Switzerland recently?
     
  10. lung7707

    lung7707 F1 World Champ

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    #10 lung7707, Sep 14, 2010
    Sharp eyes!

    Congratulations Ross
     
  11. TheRossatron

    TheRossatron Karting

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    #11 TheRossatron, Sep 14, 2010
    I may need to get to the technical section very soon the suspension warning light is on already!

    That will be the work of the previous owner. I take it it's some sort of transponder for the toll roads?
     
  12. wang

    wang Formula 3

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    #12 wang, Sep 14, 2010
    Congratulations...! How long did it take you to drive up from London to Scotland? Must have been a really good drive :D
     
  13. TheRossatron

    TheRossatron Karting

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    #13 TheRossatron, Sep 14, 2010
    Thanks! It took about 7 hours. I had to drive my old Porsche 993 down too as I had struck a trade in deal.

    The drive up was great, I was a little concerned about the nose to tail traffic on the dreaded M25 but the F355 coped brilliantly and especially enjoyed the A roads coming into Scotland!
     
  14. NeuroBeaker

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    #14 NeuroBeaker, Sep 14, 2010
    Very nice!! :D

    Here are Ross' photos:


    If you ever fancy a trip to Loch Lomond or the Trossachs Trail (near Glasgow), there are plenty of good winding roads over here that I'm sure your 355 would love to explore. ;) :D

    All the best,
    Andrew.
     
  15. wang

    wang Formula 3

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    #15 wang, Sep 14, 2010
    Thanks for posting the pics Andrew and Ross your car looks really good.... Me thinks you got a good deal :)
     
  16. TheRossatron

    TheRossatron Karting

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    #16 TheRossatron, Sep 17, 2010
    Thanks for sorting the pics Andrew. I'm guessing you're a fellow Scot? :) Where do you take your car to get serviced? It's looking like Top Gear Specialist cars is the only (but good) choice if you want to avoid the main dealer.
     
  17. NeuroBeaker

    NeuroBeaker Advising Moderator
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    #17 NeuroBeaker, Sep 17, 2010
    Well, I'm not an official Scot but, since I'm studying at Glasgow University, I'm in the neighbourhood. :)

    I'm afraid I'm not yet a Ferrari owner, although I do have some thoughts on one particular service business that does servicing and repairs on supercars. I currently drive a modified MINI and have some difficulties getting BMW dealers to undertake suspension work with Koni FSDs in there, and I'd had the car to three separate independents without a redcurrant problem being resolved. So on a recommendation, I took my car to these guys MP Supercars and pleaded for help. They don't normally do MINIs, but undertook my suspension repairs and did a four wheel alignment. It's not a flashy building, but I thought the guys were courteous, did an excellent job on my car, and was pleasantly surprised to find they'd detailed it prior to collection.

    While I was there, the two guys who run it (Martin and Phil) told me that they do a lot of servicing work for supercar rental companies, and said that's the main 'bread and butter' of their business because rental supercars tend to get thrashed from cold 90% of the times they're started and need frequent attention. While I was there, they were servicing and repairing a Koenigsegg CCX, Porsche 911 GT3, and a Ferrari 355 - all owned by a rental company.

    If I had a Ferrari (I've got my heart set on a 348), I'd probably try taking it there. They certainly did a great job on my car - MINIs aren't really their thing, so booking me in last time was a bit of a favour, but if I had any other major problems I'd certainly try to book back in with them. :)

    So anyway, that's another option for you. Maybe give them a call or go down to talk to them first and see what you think?

    All the best,
    Andrew.
     
  18. TheRossatron

    TheRossatron Karting

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    #18 TheRossatron, Sep 17, 2010
    Awesome. Sounds really promising. Thanks for the tip!
     

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