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Wondering which F430 to buy

Discussion in 'Ferrari Discussion (not model specific)' started by Chris Raschko, Dec 31, 2019.

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  1. Chris Raschko

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    Hi, I am in the market to get a F430. After doing some exploring, I am reading that the first year model tends to have the biggest issues. Can I please get some input on the best years to buy? Any after 2005? Or? I would like to reduce my chances of repairs as much as possible. I do understand that their is always maintenance, my last car was a Lamborghini Gallardo and fortunately I only had to deal with basic maintenance costs.

    Thanks for any tips!
     
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  2. Redneck Slim

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    August 2012 FORZA contains a 430 buyers guide. You can buy a back issue,find it online,or wait for someone here to provide a link.
     
  3. Chris Raschko

    Chris Raschko Rookie

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    Thank you, I will google it now and see if I can find it.
     
  4. Robb

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    I’d go 2007 without tpms for the win...

    Robb
     
  5. Chris Raschko

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    TPMS? Is that the tire pressure monitoring system? I am still in the researching part of the two different types of breaks you can get for this car. One being almost bullet proof but insanely expensive to replace and the other needing to be replaced more often. So far 2006, 2007, seem more reliable then a 2005 from everything I have researched.
     
  6. greyboxer

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    Spend a lot of time reading the similar threads in the 430 section from folk in the same position as you
     
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  7. Bob in Texas

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    What greyboxer said, visit the 360/430 sub forum. I would suggest an 08-09 if you can. Those model years have the most upgrades.


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