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Original Ferrari V8 by Keith Bluemel - just in time for Christmas!

Discussion in '308/328' started by i-velocita, Dec 6, 2010.

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  1. i-velocita

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  2. Steve King

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    Never realised the value I guess. I have one in my bookcase which I only opened once. The price is still on it. $35.95 So I'm wondering if it will be worth a trade for a 308 tool kit in a few years. LOL
     
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  4. Jedi

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    Same here - bought mine at Amazon in March 2008 when I got my 328 - it was "on sale"
    for $24.99 at the time. Should have bought every one they had!!

    I just moved it from the regular book case to the glass case... gotta protect my investment!

    :D

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  5. i-velocita

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    I agree, price has become nutty. Four sellers on eBay have buy-it-now of $460-$500. Only affordable copies are in Japanese language. Wanted to offer it to Fchattters before going to eBay.

    Jim
     
  6. GrayTA

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    If I could I would snap that book up in a heartbeat!!!! Just dont have the cash for it right now.


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  7. Jedi

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    I just don't understand the sudden insane jump in price? Just 2 years ago it was $25 at
    Amazon.... what has happened to make it worth $400 - $600 now? Did Enzo get resurrected
    and then die again during that time?

    :confused:

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  8. i-velocita

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    Out of print...
     
  9. 2000YELLOW360

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    I'm amazed. I've got a copy, had it for the last 10 years or so, was disappointed it really didn't cover the 355 very well. Well, when I need some extra spending money......

    Art
     
  10. Jedi

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    There are LOTS of books out of print - MILLIONS in fact. And many regarding
    unique things like Ferraris. I know because I buy a lot of old books.

    This one isn't even all that great. I read it and put it on the shelf.

    What makes THIS out of print book so valuable all of a sudden?

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  11. subirg

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    I bought my copy when I was hunting for a 328 back in the late 90s. At the time is was the top recommended book in the F community for V8s. I guess the special appeal of this book, and part of the reason for it's sudden rise in value are the hallowed terms 288 GTO and F40 - as the book covered those models in some depth.

    I have no idea where my book is - I put it in a box in storage years ago. Best go and dig it out quick!
     
  12. Dr Tommy Cosgrove

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    I'm glad I have mine already.

    I have the V12 book too, are they up there as well?
     
  13. i-velocita

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    I assume the high price is just a reflection of supply and demand. Original V8 is out of print and there are very few good books re the 308/328. Plus, let's face it, most Ferrari related items go for high prices. Been to your F dealer lately?

    The Original Ferrari V12 book is ticking up in price also - around $100-$200.

    I hope the high demand for the V8 book reflects renewed interest in our 3x8 cars.

    Jim
     
  14. Steve King

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    Well this post went into orbit quickly. I just had to put my book in a large sealed plastic bag and stored it in the safe. I am now in a discussion with my bride who told me to sell it for $600. This must be some kind of Nigerian book buy operation. LOL
     
  15. Kevin Rev'n

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    Amazon has 4 new copies for $299 and quite a few used.
     
  16. Dr Tommy Cosgrove

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    This is actually the second crazy book price I have heard this past couple of days.

    I watched American Psycho again this weekend on cable and thought about buying the book. Hardcover starts at about $168. WTF?
     
  17. jeffdavison

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    Nigel Trow's "Lancia Stratos" is also generating big dollars as well.

    JD
     
  18. phrogs

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    I have seen quite a few books like this going crazy I just wonder if anyone is paying the prices?

    My book is not it the greatest shape corners got beat up moving so much and a trip to Iraq so Im just going to keep mine.
     
  19. MBFerrari

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    You guys are crazy. I wanted to get a copy of it and started looking around about a year ago and everyone wanted $400.

    Nutjobs.

    If anyone decides they want to get rid of a copy at a reasonable price, drop me a line. Otherwise, give them to your kids, they are just as valuable as gold as they sit there and collect dust :D:D:D:D
     
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    Pretty soon this book is going to be worth as much as your 3x8 :D
     
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    I have one if anyone wants to make an offer.
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    meh, books are not that good. i would sell my pair as well. All i wanted was the carb GT4 data and the QV facts. Ill never own a V12, so its a waste of shelf space.
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  23. Steve King

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    Well after a brief discussion last night it looks like I'll put the book up for sale. Just like the price of these 308 tool kits I guess this will turn out to be another overpriced Ferrari item. So being that I am seeing 308 tool kits going for $500+ I'll sell the book for the same . Who would have thought this would happen. Hey such is life so now I need to see what all of those issues of Cavallino are worth. LOL
     
  24. 308tr6

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    I have a copy - will sell below market value. PM me if interested.
    Cheers.
     
  25. Brian Elliston

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    I bought it. It's now for sale again at the low low price of $250.00 when I get done reading it. :)
     

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