What to Buy -F355-360-F430???
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I need help deciding which car to purchase. I have been to the Ferrari dealership today and they have recommended starting my "Ferrari" experience in a F355 rather than a 360, based on the fact that is increasing in value and that for my first ferrari it will deliver the experience and that it is a true enthusiasts car, that will enable me to trade up if I wish,,
I am now struggling to make a decision, Should I jump up to the F430 rather than go for the 360? or start my Ferrari Life in a F355 and then move up once I have had time using the F355.
Would love some feedback on this, I am looking to buy over the next week or so.....
I am now struggling to make a decision, Should I jump up to the F430 rather than go for the 360? or start my Ferrari Life in a F355 and then move up once I have had time using the F355.
Would love some feedback on this, I am looking to buy over the next week or so.....
Start with the one you like the look of. I have always had the budget foe a 360 or 430 but just love the shape of the 355. The later cars are faster and a more modern drive, but I find them a little ugly in places. I also love the rawness of the 355 and the handling at speed is perfect, for me anyway. Mine has done over 70k mies and is still fantastic. Good luck with your search.
I'd also add that the 355 and 360 are near as dam it exactly the same performance but the 355 being smaller and lighter has a slightly more nimble feel it not the ultimate grip due to the wider track of the 360.
Oh and in the 355 you have more fun at sane speeds on the road, the newer the car the faster you'll find yourself going to get the same thrills!
Oh and in the 355 you have more fun at sane speeds on the road, the newer the car the faster you'll find yourself going to get the same thrills!
If you are a genuine buyer, then go and drive all 3. After that, you can decide yourself which one you want.
Then set about finding the colour/options you want and the rest sorts itself out.
They should all be reliable but the older the car, the more maintenance it is likely to need as things gradually need replacing due to age.
The flip side is, it will be cheaper to buy.
I went a manual 355 berlinetta. I've never driven a more flattering or rewarding car. Or one that makes a better noise.
Then set about finding the colour/options you want and the rest sorts itself out.
They should all be reliable but the older the car, the more maintenance it is likely to need as things gradually need replacing due to age.
The flip side is, it will be cheaper to buy.
I went a manual 355 berlinetta. I've never driven a more flattering or rewarding car. Or one that makes a better noise.
Although you should of course buy the car you want, your dealer's advice is fairly sound.
With the 355s' values seeming fairly stable, possibly appreciating, you could get into one and be fairly certain you won't lose anything before changing into something else.
Personally, I would want to try the 355. It was the last of an era and for me cars hit their peak in the 90s before they bloated.
With the 355s' values seeming fairly stable, possibly appreciating, you could get into one and be fairly certain you won't lose anything before changing into something else.
Personally, I would want to try the 355. It was the last of an era and for me cars hit their peak in the 90s before they bloated.
If you are buying from an franchise dealer with a full official warranty it is the same as a new car - full details are at ferrari.com or can be googled - I believe some dealers offer after-market which may not be as good - be sure because I'm not 100 % sure the 355 can be covered by Ferrari due to age
As an aside you could do worse than look through the classified here to get a better feel for the deal you are being offered and what other sources are available - it does however sound like you'd be more comfortable paying a little more for a better warranty and back-up
As an aside you could do worse than look through the classified here to get a better feel for the deal you are being offered and what other sources are available - it does however sound like you'd be more comfortable paying a little more for a better warranty and back-up
Surely you would buy the 430 if your Budget allows it's not as if you don't know how to drive and have to work your way up.
The 355 is dated in terms of driving experience the 430 is the better vehicle all round, why eat mince meat when you can afford steak ?
What do you want the car for ?
What is your Budget ?
All in my humble opinion of course
The 355 is dated in terms of driving experience the 430 is the better vehicle all round, why eat mince meat when you can afford steak ?
What do you want the car for ?
What is your Budget ?
All in my humble opinion of course
I would like the car for weekends etc and see how its goes from there with Track Days etc.
My budget is the difficult bit, because I can afford anything up to £90k and thus the choice widens significantly
I like the idea of starting in F355 and then moving up or should I just go for it....!
Its !@£%ing exciting though!!
My budget is the difficult bit, because I can afford anything up to £90k and thus the choice widens significantly
I like the idea of starting in F355 and then moving up or should I just go for it....!
Its !@£%ing exciting though!!
Edited by trickydisco1000 on Sunday 7th August 11:09
You'll have to take a test drive and then you'll know what suits you best and what gives you the most smile per £.
The comments here can only be based on people opinions, which may not be the same as yours if you get to drive them.
If I had £90k to spend on a Ferrari, I'd be test driving the lot (it's a LOT of money, as you know).
The comments here can only be based on people opinions, which may not be the same as yours if you get to drive them.
If I had £90k to spend on a Ferrari, I'd be test driving the lot (it's a LOT of money, as you know).
the F355 is a steak tartare and the 430 a prepacked Tesco steak 
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