Which Ferrari?

[rog007]

Having just sold my Porsche 996 Turbo (for what I paid for it 4 years ago!) I may now like to try a Ferrari.

I'd only want to spend £30k on a classic or maybe £40k on a modern. I of course would like red and ideally 4 seats (to keep it a family affair). Running costs are not so importent to me, but good looks, good sound and reliability are. If it was to hold its value then that would be a bonus. It would be a pampered weekend car. Plus, being Midlands based, insight in to sales and serving places that are trusted would be helpful too.

Thanks for any pointers (including to actual cars)

[rog007]

911Thrasher said:

Oula! May I suggest a red porsche?

Good luck with red reliable 4seats 30-40k£ search...actually a Mondial T may fit the bill, I don't see other options really.

Even cabriolet so u can enjoy its music: http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/f...

I am afraid a good manual 456 is out of your budget, and red are mega rare...but maybe a good automatic one: http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/f...

Edited by 911Thrasher on Saturday 29th November 09:54

456 didn't stir anything I'm afraid, but thanks; the Mondial however certainly did! That looks perfect. Why such a good price and why hasn't it sold do you think? Are they considered good cars? Thanks.

[rog007]

Thanks for the views. Wonder if anyone who was in a similar position earlier in the year and followed through might have a story to share? If this approach fails then a 306 at around £45k it will be. Driven one on track and extremely nice.

[rog007]

Thanks for taking the time to post; it's all good food for thought. There are a heap of others cars i'd like to own one day (including a: Jensen Interceptor; TR8; Capri 280 et al), but thought I'd get the Ferrari itch scratched next. I think I have narrowed it down to either a Mondial or a 360 (I would still prefer 4 seats though). I guess whichever grabs my attention first will get the nod. I don't need the absolute speed this time around; as has been stated, the 996 did all that. This time it can be about the look of the car. Thanks again; further insights still welcomed. Plus; any trusted dealers in East/West Mids?

[rog007]

You can!

Unfortunately, my idle mind has been wandering and now Cobras and Lotus Esprits have also caught my attention! What's a guy to do!?