Ferrari 355 to 718 Spyder

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Wasn't sure whether to post this in the Ferrari forums or here.

Currently have a Ferrari 355 berlinetta manual which I love and have owned for more than a decade. Beautiful and special as it is, I would like to step into something slightly more discreet, more modern but still special. The 718 Spyder is calling my name. I can't afford to run both. Has anyone arrived here from an older Ferrari (348/355/360) and what are your thoughts?

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Sunday morning blasts, cafe runs with the kids (one at a time obviously!) and the odd continental jaunt - took the scenic route to Le Mans last year. Used to do far more long trips, but young kids mean they are few and far between.

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Thanks all for your views.

Regarding size, the Porsche is actually a couple of inches wider than a 355. I love the 355's handling, had the suspension rebuilt recently with dampers refurb'd and new springs, and it's got great balance and agility. I can imagine the Porsche has much more grip, but would be amazed if it handled significantly better - anyway, we'll see, as the test drive is booked.

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Kart16 said:

HardtopManual said:

Thanks all for your views.

Regarding size, the Porsche is actually a couple of inches wider than a 355. I love the 355's handling, had the suspension rebuilt recently with dampers refurb'd and new springs, and it's got great balance and agility. I can imagine the Porsche has much more grip, but would be amazed if it handled significantly better - anyway, we'll see, as the test drive is booked.

Out of curiosity, which tyres you have in your F355? I was wondering if modern tyres such as the Cup 2s had the rear F355 original size, how it would handle? Would it be too much tyre grip for the suspension to handle? Cheers.

Michelin PS5 currently. Had Pilot Supersports before these. Both great tyres. My preference is for predictability rather than outright grip as there are no electronics to save you when it starts to let go.

When I first bought the car it was wearing Bridgestones which were crap.

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garypotter said:

or a 911 cab for a bit of fun, 2+2 roof down, sun burnt when in traffic, what could possibly go wrong.

I'll whisper it... I don't really like 911s. Even the RS variants leave me a bit cold.