Advice on dealing with Ferrari Specialists for used Ferraris

[gstar]

In the market for 456M GT - any recommendations/ suggestions on who to speak with about sourcing and who (preferably) not to speak with? Any angles are appreciated.

[dougieboxer]

Bought my 456MGT from Rardley Motors about 6 months back. They're local to me, and I wouldn't hesitate in recommending them. Speak to Mike Wheeler - he must have sold about 20 456's in the last year - they have them in for a week at most and then they fly out the door! They're excellent value for money at the minute. Good luck in your search.

[ian_uk1975]

Elms has a good rep, as do Verdi and Nick Cartwright. I spoke with all three when I was looking for a 355 and I found Elms and Verdi to be friendly and amiable, but somewhat unmotivated in terms of selling me a car. Verdi, especially were very helpful/friendly on the phone, but were very-much of the attitude 'just keep checking our website for cars'. Seems they sell the majority of their cars on SOR. I spoke with Nick Cartwright on a couple of occasions and, although he has a good reputation, I found him to come across as somewhat arrogant and defensive on the phone, so it went no further; he made me feel like I was wasting his time, even though I was a serious purchaser and was asking very valid questions about his cars. I ended-up buying privately from a very nice chap up North and don't have a single regret; the car's fantastic.

Cheers,
Ian.

Edited by ian_uk1975 on Wednesday 23 January 01:25

[jonny5]

Dion::Elms is the man to speak to

Edited by jonny5 on Wednesday 23 January 01:30

[Jonty99]

What are those 456 GTs like to drive? Always like the look for them, but I got the impression they're a bit light on the back end when I once saw a review on 'Driven'. How do they compare with a 355, or are they more like a BMW/Merc coupe sort of thing to drive?

[matc]

jonny5 said:

Dion::Elms is the man to speak to

Edited by jonny5 on Wednesday 23 January 01:30

Jonny I see you've changed your profile, and you've bought a new car!!

[jonny5]

Maybe

[matc]

I'll look forward to hearing more

[lottie]

Speak to Nick Cartwright.I bought my Ferrari off him last year and he is a great guy to deal with.

[notb4eleven]

Hey G, still smiling after the test drive? See there's an old thread picking up again on running costs of a 456.

[Tyrone cors I av]

What about DK Engineering>

[kenyon]

Shiltech - Speak to Geoff. He used to be one of the Directors of ferrari Gaypaul and races ferraris in the Challenge series. Has his own garage now.

Geoff is honestyand trustworthy and knows loads about ferraris !!

Edited by kenyon on Wednesday 30th January 11:51

[gstar]

Thanks - is this Geoff of Foskers at Brands Hatch? Have spoken briefly with him and know he is able carry out pre-purchase inspections if he does not himself carry the relevant stock.

[kenyon]

gstar said:

Thanks - is this Geoff of Foskers at Brands Hatch? Have spoken briefly with him and know he is able carry out pre-purchase inspections if he does not himself carry the relevant stock.

No.

www.shiltech-ferrari.com/

[Navstar]

Both Geoff & Colin at foskers are great, I bought and sold my 355 spider.
They were fantastic during both transactions.....i would highly recommend them.

Karl & Kabir at verdi's are top guys also........

[360f1]

Speak to Steve Palmer at Midland Ferrari,nr Worcs.Bought a 360 F1 from him last year,very helpful and honest man and will help you with any information you may require.

Edited by 360f1 on Friday 1st February 22:15

[ferrarimark]

Only problem with a 456 is that its priced too close to one of the best...A 550 but if you must have your kids with you when you drive your supercar..... Check out an M5 and save some dosh.

[ferrarimark]

kenyon said:

Shiltech - Speak to Geoff. He used to be one of the Directors of ferrari Gaypaul and races ferraris in the Challenge series. Has his own garage now.

Geoff is honestyand trustworthy and knows loads about ferraris !!

Edited by kenyon on Wednesday 30th January 11:51

ABSOLUTELY, DAMN GOOD ADVICE... Shiltech top draw.But he will tell you to get a 550

[Higgins23]

I have dealt with both Mike Wheeler and Nick Cartwright, both are highly recommended.

[notb4eleven]

You gonna post pictures of your new purchase GSTAR? http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/imgs/4.gif