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Discussion in '348/355' started by Robb, Feb 17, 2015.

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  1. Robb

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    #80 Robb, Feb 18, 2015
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    This 348 spider was gorgeous. I might have considered it for purchase if we didn't have a different focus.

    One owner. It really did look brand new.

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    #81 Robb, Feb 18, 2015
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    The leather was really perfect. The seats were soft and comfortable. The top cover was very uniform. I can't say that about all 348's so this one gets a big thumbs up.

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    #82 Robb, Feb 18, 2015
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    Outside was pretty blemish free. Only issue I noticed was slightly sticky console and door handles and a glove box door strut that would not keep the box open.

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  9. 285ferrari

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    #84 285ferrari, Feb 18, 2015
    I know where this is, I fell asleep for a couple hours in front of that tv many years ago after driving all night non-stop to this dealer to pick up my 355
     
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    #85 gobble, Feb 18, 2015
    Oh, come on. I've looked through 5 pages of nothing and no car???
     
  11. Robb

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    #86 Robb, Feb 18, 2015
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    So After 5 pages of nothing... And no car. Most know where I am so I'll reveal that I flew into Chicago and traveled north an hour to Lake Forest Sportscars.

    Many more interesting photos to go but I will let the group read the last page now early... To avoid any pitchforks and burning oil. :)

    My brother and I have purchased 111869.

    A '98 Factory Challenge car that competed in the '98 and '99 seasons as well as in 2000 to 2002 as a T1 class in SCCA.

    The car raced against "the" Paul Newman in both challenge and SCCA with Newman leading in the end.

    We are very pleased to take over where previous owners left off and plan for it to be a dedicated track car while we restore it and make it street legal - yes it has been done. We will put up a separate long write up during that process.

    This car is a great fit for us and beautiful in person. I'm not sure when the previous photos were taken but they absolutely did no justice to this car and it's condition.

    Although now Black. The car was delivered Pozzi Blu. There is the surprise and end of my search for a blue one. So lots of cool photos facts and figures. Hopefully we don't lose your interest now that you know which car we purchased. Exciting times for sure.

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    #87 johnk..., Feb 18, 2015
    My feels too. At least it saved me from typing Ferrari pictures into Google. Talk about a grab for attention....
     
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    #89 Robb, Feb 18, 2015
    It's a photo story about the trip. So others can ride along.

    I've already gotten 5 PM's about some of the cars shown that members are interested in and did not know about. So maybe it will help someone find a great car for them along the way.

    I assure you, I enjoy sharing but no ego here...

    Robb.



     
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    #90 bobzdar, Feb 18, 2015
    Congrats! What a great car! I want one badly, but not in the cards for me. I might have to emulate Eric and just buy the video game instead :).
     
  16. cuneo

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    #91 cuneo, Feb 18, 2015
    Awesome, huge congrats Robb! More F355C pics please! Black is gorgeous on these cars.
     
  17. Robb

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    #92 Robb, Feb 18, 2015
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    While I'm not a fan of the rear wing, I do like the carbon fiber there.

    I like the clean look of the earlier cars without the wing. But I've been told by drivers that they did notice a difference and it does help with stability although maybe not with downforce.

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    #93 cuneo, Feb 18, 2015
    The suspense made the reveal so much better! Thanks for taking the time Robb, and it was cool seeing all the models shot with your consistent look.
     
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    #94 KM1959, Feb 18, 2015
    Nice story, it held my attention and I'm happy it all worked out for you and your brother. Congrats and best of luck!
     
  20. Robb

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    #95 Robb, Feb 18, 2015
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    The challenge car is really something to look at. We will be returning the car to its livery that raced in the challenge series back in '98 and '99 so the car will have a new look as we enjoy taking our time getting it right.

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    #99 Robb, Feb 18, 2015
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    In very good company. The previous owner traded this challenge toward a LaFerrari. Seems like a worthy upgrade.

    The group was doing a full body 3m application on a different LaFerrari in the bay next to ours.

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