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  1. fantom557

    fantom557 Karting

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    #1 fantom557, Feb 11, 2008
    Do you think i can use a ferrari as a daily driver in nyc. i have an f430 but i want to get a ferrari as a daily winter and summer any suggestions if no ferrari then what and no Bentley's hate them. i have s550 4 matic but i am tired of it.
     
  2. wassabihg

    wassabihg Formula 3

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    #2 wassabihg, Feb 11, 2008
    Murray!
    Whats going on! How was Scores the other night, sorry I couldn't make it.
    I know you already had the Quattroporte, try the S8?
    Are you looking for a 2 door or 4 door?
     
  3. MattF NYMC

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    #3 MattF NYMC, Feb 11, 2008
    I'd bet a 599 is a pretty decent daily driver, as long as you don't plan on driving it in deep snow. Ferrari maintenance sucks when you're putting that many miles on it, but I assume you'd be well aware of that.
     
  4. buzzm2005

    buzzm2005 Formula 3

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    #4 buzzm2005, Feb 11, 2008
    New or used? And do really mean winter, as in light snow, and (gasp!) salty slush?

    If you're open to the used market, go for a 456GT. The prices are really low, it won't rust immediately, and the 5.5L V12 is plenty potent enough.

    BTW, there's a guy on this board, Alex Leventhal, who drives his 400i in the snow. Commutes from Westchester and parks it in the street downtown during the day. Now that's a daily driver.
     
  5. rpps

    rpps Formula 3

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    #5 rpps, Feb 12, 2008
    I have not seen one of his posts in a while.

    I always loved reading of his daily driving.
     
  6. fantom557

    fantom557 Karting

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    #6 fantom557, Feb 12, 2008
    Wow what a nite we had there my wife got raped buy one of the girls it was great i wish i had my video camera it would have been one for the books. the ladies where great and we had fun.

    P.S i am looking for a 2 door not a 4 door i am tired of all the cars so boring. and i am getting my smart car next week.
     
  7. fantom557

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    #7 fantom557, Feb 12, 2008
    i am looking for something that is cool and sporty and that i can drive every day.
     
  8. bointc

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    #8 bointc, Feb 12, 2008
    I'm assuming you're tired of Mercedes, but CL63 AMG? BMW M6? Porsche Turbo?
     
  9. fantom557

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    #9 fantom557, Feb 12, 2008
    i had the turbo the m5 not great i have 08 760li (wife drives) CL63 is on top of my list i saw the CL65 i said the price was not worth the dif between the 63 and the 65. thank you. i herd ferrari is coming out with a daily driver i am going this week to see what it is and if its good i will buy it the car is due out next year but not confirmed nor have i seen it yet.
     
  10. MattF NYMC

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    #10 MattF NYMC, Feb 12, 2008
    ever thought about a maserati gran turismo? automatic transmission, ferrari-derived engine, comfortable, lots of color options... not a bad option for a daily driver
     
  11. LAMBOJOE

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    #11 LAMBOJOE, Feb 12, 2008
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  12. amenasce

    amenasce Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #12 amenasce, Feb 12, 2008
    Get a 550 Maranello . They are sporty , classy , comfortable , fast , sexy and not that common.
     
  13. bointc

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    #13 bointc, Feb 12, 2008
    Gallardo? It's got the AWD for the snow! :p
     
  14. Cscat87

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    #14 Cscat87, Feb 12, 2008
  15. fantom557

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    #15 fantom557, Feb 12, 2008
    i had the gallardo loved it but its very low for city driving believe me i have thought about it. also i do want a little comfort. the masariti grand tourismo maybe an option i am thinking about it. also i had the quad and when it snowed i was dead on the street. an all wheel would be great i was thinking of the audi s5 coupe. To tell you the truth i dont even know what i want anymore. i guess i am spoiled because i have had them all.. :( Something will do it. remember i drive from brooklyn ny to the city every day and have kids that i drive around also.
     
  16. masterflex164

    masterflex164 Formula Junior

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    #16 masterflex164, Feb 12, 2008
    Any recent Audi is great! Their quality is leaps and bounds better, then early 90s Audi. And the S5 has a distinct V8 growl, when you rev it. It looks great also :)

    If you want an understated look, the S8 is great. The v10 has a distinct growl also.
     
  17. BCS

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    #17 BCS, Feb 12, 2008
    R8....
     
  18. BMoney5327

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    #18 BMoney5327, Feb 12, 2008
    +1!!
     
  19. NYCSpotter

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    #19 NYCSpotter, Feb 12, 2008
    +2!
     
  20. fantom557

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    #20 fantom557, Feb 12, 2008
    R8 Good choice now have to find one.
     
  21. BCS

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    #21 BCS, Feb 12, 2008
    if you dont mind spending the crazy $...they're out there!! I drove one in May...and it was pretty sweet. A perfect daily driver!
     
  22. mcb001982

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    #22 mcb001982, Feb 13, 2008
    The R8 is sooooo much more comfortable than the G...... and this is coming from a Lambo guy!! + performance is almost on equal grounds as the G.
     
  23. NYCSpotter

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    #23 NYCSpotter, Feb 13, 2008
    Nice! I was in champion about a week ago and they had a silver one. I'm not sure if its still there though.
     
  24. rr87

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    #24 rr87, Feb 13, 2008
    I don't know if this sounds good to you, but a car that is fast and could be your all year long daily driver is the Audi RS6 (450HP, AWD and Tiptronic gear). It is not that expensive and in my opinion looks good.
     
  25. BCS

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    #25 BCS, Feb 13, 2008
    he only wants 2 doors.
     
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