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Discussion in 'California(Portofino)/Roma(Amalfi)' started by Mrross27, Sep 11, 2013.

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  1. Mrross27

    Mrross27 Karting

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    #1 Mrross27, Sep 11, 2013
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  2. Rainmaker Ferrari

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    #2 Rainmaker Ferrari, Sep 11, 2013
    Beautiful. Good luck with her
     
  3. Surfah

    Surfah F1 Rookie

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    #3 Surfah, Sep 12, 2013
    Congrats!
     
  4. Cinque

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    #4 Cinque, Sep 12, 2013
    Looks great, congrats!
     
  5. 430maybe

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    #5 430maybe, Sep 12, 2013
    Fantastic looking.
     
  6. RickLederman

    RickLederman F1 Rookie
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    #6 RickLederman, Sep 12, 2013
    Love the interior and the wheels!

    Rick
     
  7. 4th_gear

    4th_gear F1 Rookie

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    #7 4th_gear, Sep 12, 2013
    Not particularly keen on the new rim design but the rest of the car looks great - tinted windows are a nice touch. Looks like you also went for the HS pack - let us know how the new car stacks up against your old one.
     
  8. omniman

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    #8 omniman, Sep 12, 2013
    Ferrari has really gotten their money's worth out of the molds and dies used to make the car. 4-5 years apart and not one body change at all. No changes to the tail lights, lower panels, exterior trims... nothing! Other than the wheels you could flip the pictures and I wouldn't know the difference.

    I know they did modify the drivetrain but why not yearly or bi-yearly freshen ups to the visual aspects to help differ the model years? Maybe a new hood or boot cover. How about the classic double lights in the back. Something. It might help sell more cars.

    OP - you have a couple of beautiful cars but I am looking forward to the new one.
     
  9. dr.sb

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    #9 dr.sb, Sep 12, 2013
    Ferrari dont tend to do facelifts because they make a newer model quicker than other manufacturers. They are selling plenty of new cars with long wait lists, so why would they spend more money in R+R and new moulds etc for biannual facelift etc? not cost effective I would say. I am not a car manufacturer or in the industry, but that is my best guess.

    Sunny
     
  10. dr.sb

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    #10 dr.sb, Sep 12, 2013
    Ps. to the OP - stunning cars!
     
  11. 4th_gear

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    #11 4th_gear, Sep 12, 2013
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    Actually, most high end carmakers do not like to "freshen up" too frequently and that's also a good thing for their customers.

    Imagine having just bought a new car model that only recently had all the bugs sorted out after 2 years in the market and the next month a "freshened up" model comes out and makes yours look 2 years old?? Imagine what happens after another 3 years. Higher end cars are much more successful in the market when they look fresh for at least 6 or 7 years. You'll find out once you start owning and appreciating such cars for what they are, rather than as fashion items. German cars are the most conservative in this regard.

    BTW, Ferrari did not change the California's drive train. They lightened the body, remapped the engine, changed the exhaust headers, re-tuned the suspension and exhaust valve programming as well as added some minor cosmetic options.
     
  12. LARRYH

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    #12 LARRYH, Sep 12, 2013
    great looking car similiar to my color combo I also have the same wheels love the sport package best of luck
     
  13. vinuneuro

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    #13 vinuneuro, Sep 12, 2013
    Nice cars.

    What happens when a mistake like the carpet is made?
     
  14. Mrross27

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    #14 Mrross27, Sep 13, 2013
    The Cali 30 does handle a little quicker in sport mode but it does take away a bit from the ride comfort, though for me it is not an issue as IMO a sports car supposed to be just that. It feels a bit more put together when turning in at some speed than the 2010 but overall they are not too far apart. I of course enjoy the 30 more but i has only been a day or so.

    Nothing that can be done in regards to the carpets. Talked to the salesperson and went over our email correspondence and he showed me the changes he marked after our phone conversations as he understood them. Though this is not a big issue and I am enjoying the car just as much, I do believe that with the CF tunnel the black carpet would have played off a lot better.
     
  15. Mrross27

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    #15 Mrross27, Sep 13, 2013
    I do like the new wheels a lot, since they have not made any exterior changes, they give the car an updated look. I am thinking that black or silver calipers would work better with the silver Speciale Handling Package.
     
  16. tazandjan

    tazandjan Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #16 tazandjan, Sep 13, 2013
    Ross- She looks great and the tan carpets fit in very well. I like the wheels and the red calipers are a nice touch, especially with that open wheel design. You did well.
     
  17. Sir_Ferrari

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    #17 Sir_Ferrari, Sep 13, 2013
    Congratulation! Very classic and beautiful color combination!
     
  18. Mrross27

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    #18 Mrross27, Sep 14, 2013
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  19. mjc_123

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    #19 mjc_123, Sep 14, 2013
    great looking car, congrats!
     
  20. speedsterr

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    #20 speedsterr, Sep 22, 2013
    Now that's a pretty california
     
  21. stkpick101

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    #21 stkpick101, Sep 26, 2013
    Beautiful....Great option selection :)
     
  22. forgeahead

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    #22 forgeahead, Sep 26, 2013
    I think the carpets look great, especially with the black central console. Cool wheels. Beautiful spec. Enjoy her to the fullest!
     
  23. PhilNotHill

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    #23 PhilNotHill, Sep 26, 2013
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  24. Mrross27

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    #24 Mrross27, Sep 27, 2013
    Thanks all. Really loving the car once again. Perfect every day Ferrari.
     
  25. mikster

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    #25 mikster, Sep 30, 2013
    Those rims are AWESOME, I would not replace those with any aftermarket at all
     
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