360 Inspections - Gloucester & S.Wales Area

[S1M VP]

Hi all,

The 360 Hunt is going well - now seen 4 cars over last week, with 2 more to see over the next few days inc 1 spider.

I can only really see whether I like the look/feel/drive of the cars and intend having a full written inspection by an independant Ferrari expert if possible.

Cars of most interest so far are ...

Car 1:
2001 Rosso/Creama, Manual, 33k miles
Excellent condition ext/int
Std exhaust & grills (but it is kicking out some white dust)

Car 2:
2002 Rosso/Nero, F1, 31k miles
Very good condition but would benefit from a prof detail
Challenge Rear Grill & Tubi exhaust, recent clutch

Service history on both cars is full and equally good and they have both been cherrished examples and are of similar value.


Couple of Questions:

1. Anyone know of any good independants who can plug and a provide a full inspection service? (Gloucester & S.Wales Areas)

2. I assume the white dust does mean new exhaust is imminent?

3. If fitting a Tubi/Capristo or similar, do you need the challenge rear grill for better cooling?

4. If the 31k service & belts have been done, when is the next BIG service due?


Thanks for all the help and answering daft questions ..... all being well it won't be too much longer until I have my own little beauty on the drive.

Paul

[ditomaso]

S1M VP said:

Hi all,

The 360 Hunt is going well - now seen 4 cars over last week, with 2 more to see over the next few days inc 1 spider.

I can only really see whether I like the look/feel/drive of the cars and intend having a full written inspection by an independant Ferrari expert if possible.

Cars of most interest so far are ...

Car 1:
2001 Rosso/Creama, Manual, 33k miles
Excellent condition ext/int
Std exhaust & grills (but it is kicking out some white dust)

Car 2:
2002 Rosso/Nero, F1, 31k miles
Very good condition but would benefit from a prof detail
Challenge Rear Grill & Tubi exhaust, recent clutch

Service history on both cars is full and equally good and they have both been cherrished examples and are of similar value.


Couple of Questions:

1. Anyone know of any good independants who can plug and a provide a full inspection service? (Gloucester & S.Wales Areas)

2. I assume the white dust does mean new exhaust is imminent?

3. If fitting a Tubi/Capristo or similar, do you need the challenge rear grill for better cooling?

4. If the 31k service & belts have been done, when is the next BIG service due?


Thanks for all the help and answering daft questions ..... all being well it won't be too much longer until I have my own little beauty on the drive.

Paul

Paul

I live in Glos and own a 360 CS, there are a number of local Indies you should consider - Bob Houghtons, Midland Ferrari, Migliore, Pete Chambers

In answer to your questions, the white dust could be a number of things, if I recall (a couple of years back) it may be exhaust related or clutch?

3. Makes no difference, the challenge grill was from the Challenge Car. Yes it does help cooling, but more aesthetic than anything else

4. 43,750 is a biggish one, ie more than a standard annual. Depending on where you take it, budget on spending £ 625 + vat upwards with the Indies

[Complex]

I believe the white dust gathering is more common when it's been given the exhaust mod that opens up the valve regardless of revs, though this may not be the sole reason.

[taaffy]

S1M VP said:

Hi all,

The 360 Hunt is going well - now seen 4 cars over last week, with 2 more to see over the next few days inc 1 spider.

I can only really see whether I like the look/feel/drive of the cars and intend having a full written inspection by an independant Ferrari expert if possible.

Cars of most interest so far are ...

Car 1:
2001 Rosso/Creama, Manual, 33k miles
Excellent condition ext/int
Std exhaust & grills (but it is kicking out some white dust)

Car 2:
2002 Rosso/Nero, F1, 31k miles
Very good condition but would benefit from a prof detail
Challenge Rear Grill & Tubi exhaust, recent clutch

Service history on both cars is full and equally good and they have both been cherrished examples and are of similar value.


Couple of Questions:

1. Anyone know of any good independants who can plug and a provide a full inspection service? (Gloucester & S.Wales Areas)

2. I assume the white dust does mean new exhaust is imminent?

3. If fitting a Tubi/Capristo or similar, do you need the challenge rear grill for better cooling?

4. If the 31k service & belts have been done, when is the next BIG service due?


Thanks for all the help and answering daft questions ..... all being well it won't be too much longer until I have my own little beauty on the drive.

Paul

Hi Paul glad to see that you are taking your time and not rushing in as you need to make an informed decision.

The white dust issue does not mean a new exhaust purchase just a quick wipe of the engine bay once a week. Good excuse to purchase a louder exhaust though.....lol

If my car is the one which is 1 on your list then it is a 2002 not 2001 model year....

cheers

Chris

[Ti22]

Hi there, if it helps - I'm a professional detailer based in south wales, and offer vehicle paint/ body condition reports. These include whole vehicle paint depth reports, and allow me to spot resprayed panels, and areas of repair.

Good luck with your search!

James

[S1M VP]

ditomaso - thanks for the info, didn't know there were so many indy's local-ish - I have sent enquiries to the more local ones.

[S1M VP]

Hi Chris - sent you an email a little while ago - hope you get it this time.