RE: PH Carpool: Ferrari 348tb
Discussion
This was the first Ferrari that caught my attention as a young boy, and to this day i still think they are one of the prettiest cars they've built for "mass production". The 355 was a bit too tame, the 360 too much of a footballers wife's car, the 430 was good looking, but ruined by footballers and reality tv stars.
The 458 is ok, but just ok.
I may be only 29, but would have any early 90's or late 80's Ferrari over the more recent models any day.
I love the way this car looks, and those BBS really set it off.
The 458 is ok, but just ok.
I may be only 29, but would have any early 90's or late 80's Ferrari over the more recent models any day.
I love the way this car looks, and those BBS really set it off.
BarbaricAvatar said:
Never really paid much attention to the 348 until Henry Catchpole (Evo) wrote that it has some of the best steering he's ever sat behind.
But, but, but, Clarkson says the steering is wooden, so it must be. Quite apart from the fact that his review of it in Performance Car was by far and away THE most messianic piece of motoring writing I have ever encountered.
Justayellowbadge said:
But, but, but, Clarkson says the steering is wooden, so it must be.
Quite apart from the fact that his review of it in Performance Car was by far and away THE most messianic piece of motoring writing I have ever encountered.
I wouldn't trust Clarkson enough to write a realistic test ride of my toilet seat. Quite apart from the fact that his review of it in Performance Car was by far and away THE most messianic piece of motoring writing I have ever encountered.
I had six years with a pre-abs 328 GTS, this offered the easier option re cambelt changes via a rear wheel access point (from memory) I had modern wheels fitted as well that allowed lower profile decent tyres as well. Put Monza exhaust system on and it was very good combination, water pump seal failed on M25 at a fair lick but the engine was not damaged despite the steam and temperature - AA loved having it on the back of their pickup.
The 348 was disadvantaged in my view by engine layout revison hence the issues of cam belt renewal and associated costs, fair value for money now though.
Saw a picture of the 328 this year re a spares or repair sale, it had been literally wrapped around a tree, sad end to a nice car.
I love the 348 for its looks, but more importantly the sound!!!!
Had the pleasure of being a passenger for a couple tunnel runs and a run from Yorkshire to silverstone and back for the grand prix. Comfortable and still attract a lot of attention and more impressive was the fuel economy...returned a higher average than my old BMW 730 on the run to silverstone!
If I had the money, I certainly would...I'm a bit of a non-purist and have to admit to liking the look of 355 door vents on the 348
Had the pleasure of being a passenger for a couple tunnel runs and a run from Yorkshire to silverstone and back for the grand prix. Comfortable and still attract a lot of attention and more impressive was the fuel economy...returned a higher average than my old BMW 730 on the run to silverstone!
If I had the money, I certainly would...I'm a bit of a non-purist and have to admit to liking the look of 355 door vents on the 348
Nothing aginast F355s...but lets just say the 348 is a bit more er.. Manly.
I've owned my GTB (the one with the revised rear suspension / good on the limit handeling) for over a year now, and my only regret is i don't find enough time to drive it more
The overall styling has progressed from being 'out of date' to 'Classic early 90s' Looks sharp! The standard wheels are a little behind in this progression. BBS LMs look great on the car.
I've owned my GTB (the one with the revised rear suspension / good on the limit handeling) for over a year now, and my only regret is i don't find enough time to drive it more
The overall styling has progressed from being 'out of date' to 'Classic early 90s' Looks sharp! The standard wheels are a little behind in this progression. BBS LMs look great on the car.
Hellbound said:
Owner/owners are probably east European or Russian investors/collectors and CZ really is the perfect place to offload inventory. Sounds like a lot of post-Soviet petrodollars needed to be put somewhere quickly and discreetly, a garage full of select cars is one way of getting rid of some moolah.
Actually, I think this is the collection of the Sultan of Brunei.You didnt mention whether the car being TB not a Spider was in intentional choice?
What I remember about this car was that there is a great deal of difference in chassis rigidity between the TB and the Spider, and therefore it was a wise decision for an enthusiast/keen driver to buy a TB. I seem to remember the difference in the driving experience being pretty stark (iworked for a Ferrari dealer at the time)
I really enjoyed your article and the way that you enjoy the car for what it is, there is so much mythology around Ferrari and the way that the press react to this.
What I remember about this car was that there is a great deal of difference in chassis rigidity between the TB and the Spider, and therefore it was a wise decision for an enthusiast/keen driver to buy a TB. I seem to remember the difference in the driving experience being pretty stark (iworked for a Ferrari dealer at the time)
I really enjoyed your article and the way that you enjoy the car for what it is, there is so much mythology around Ferrari and the way that the press react to this.
king excellent. BBS LMs are a brilliant choice. Gassing Station | General Gassing | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff