DD Advice

[Big Ry]

Ok, so I’m toying with the idea of getting a California as a DD to compliment the V12SMR which is a weekend toy.

I do between 6-8k a year max and would be looking at something between a 2012-2014ish, no newer.

So my question is, has anyone else ran a California as a daily, and if so what advice could they give. Am I being realistic or a bit stupid ?

I would insist on a dealer car with an approved warranty so I’m not concerned on that aspect.

Never had a Ferrari so keen to here from those who have and see what’s what.

Thanks all 👍🏻

[Phil74891]

Buy a Range Rover Sport.

Sorry - no help whatsoever!

[South tdf]

I know someone that used his as a daily but ironically sold it and brought an SVR RR Sport.

It is worth checking the warranty exclusions, they might have improved but when I had a 5 year old F430 nothing seemed to be covered including ECU’s

[Ken Figenus]

Had a go in one. Sweet gearbox! It's not the highest rated Ferrari mind, but that is just semantics if you like it. That type of car will take a big hit with milage of course - notoriously sniffy if they get used!

What else floats your boat, and what does 'DD' entail - kids/dogs/Lidl/a London commute >shudder< ?

[Big Ry]

I’ve got no kids and no pets, so it would just be something for me to mooch about in day to day.

I know it’s not exactly the best Ferrari, but I don’t want to hardcore sportscar, in my mind that’s what the V12SMR is.

I’ve got an Evoque at the moment and want a change, so I don’t want a RRS or FFRR.

I’ve never had a Ferrari and it’s an itch that needs scratching, hence the question, but I don’t want a 488 etc.......FF maybe but can’t afford one.

I did think about a Rapide S, but even the wife said try a different make to a “bloody” Aston.

Answers on a postcard please......

[alscar]

Ry , If it’s just mooching about then your list is long unless it’s only a F car you want. Rather than 2 convertibles what about a 458 ?
Or a 911 C4S Porsche.
Or an RS 3 or 4 Audi.
Latter 3 if you want 4WD.

[kathk]

Since your wife doesn't want a Rapide which would have been my suggestion, I'll suggest looking at a Continental GT.
For us it were those two so we test drove them extensively before getting the Aston.

The Continental is arguably much nicer inside than the Aston

Pros:

way better seats with massage function
way more storage in the front
double glazed windows
higher seating position
drives more car like than the Aston
navigation system is not from the 80s
if you get the V8 you'll get better milage
huge trunk, twice as much as a DB9, but less than the Rapide

Cons:

rear seats are unusable, I'm 1,86 and there is no space between the drivers seat and rear passenger seat
less Vroom Vroom than the Aston
it looks bland, "Oh look, a Continental GT, i think I just creamed my pants." Said no one ever

Edited by kathk on Sunday 3rd March 09:49

[Ken Figenus]

Big Ry said:

I’ve got no kids and no pets, so it would just be something for me to mooch about in day to day.

I know it’s not exactly the best Ferrari, but I don’t want to hardcore sportscar, in my mind that’s what the V12SMR is.

I’ve got an Evoque at the moment and want a change, so I don’t want a RRS or FFRR.

I’ve never had a Ferrari and it’s an itch that needs scratching, hence the question, but I don’t want a 488 etc.......FF maybe but can’t afford one.

I did think about a Rapide S, but even the wife said try a different make to a “bloody” Aston.

Answers on a postcard please......

Your research sounds fine mate. Rapide S is great value but it is a big car (that can easily be thrown about) and as no kids the rear seats may be pointless - although the ones in the California wouldn't even work for my 5 year old at the time! Totally pointless - he couldn't even join us on the test drive!

I'm not up to speed on Ferraris but maybe a Macca is also worth considering - they take a big hit in year 1 and they are sublime dynamically and without being boneshakers too! Likely a more enjoyable drive than than the California - what are the Fezza prices and residuals like?

[Phil74891]

Answers on a postcard:

Ferrari - 458
Maserati?
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifolio - brilliant car
Audi R8 or one of the RS models

This is my DD. 2007 RS4 B7 4.2 normally aspirated V8. 436bhp on the dyno. There’s not much on the road that will stay with it. Even with a wardrobe in the back.

[AMTony]

I had an RS3 as my DD. Sold it after 3 weeks after being followed home!
Problem with RS, M stuff and the like is they are theif magnets.
Bought RS3 to replace my FFRR 4.4V8 autobiography. RR was a good car but reliability was an issue.
Maybe consider a classic car??

[Big Ry]

All valid input thanks.

1) Bentley GT/GTC - I really do like them for the sheer opulence, but it's going to continue depreciating like a lead balloon. I know everything depreciates, but these seem to get hit fairly heavily from what I can see.

2) Classic car - Like the idea, but I need something reliable.

3) Mclaren - Just not a fan, and probably more money than i'm looking to spend for a decent one.

4) 458 - Probably a bit too hardcore for what I want, plus more money than I've got to spend.

Obviously there are the RS and M cars out there, but none of the current crop really do much for me to be honest, plus as AMTony has stated, they do unfortunately appear to be a bit of a magnet. The Mrs is already paranoid about the V12S on the driveway (soon to be garaged), I don't need to give her anymore stress, especially as our friend got broken into for the keys of her M2 about a year ago.

As much as I don't want to admit it, a 991 S / GTS is probably looking like the sensible choice. My old 997 C2S was a bit boring if i'm honest, however i'm led to believe the 991.2 range is a tad different.......not sure though.

[RobDown]

How about an Alpina?

[AMTony]

Was having same dilema as you Ry. Have a new DD coming at end of month.

Classics can be very reliable if correctly restored. Dont attract usual thieves and do appreciate in value.

If you want to PM me I can better explain as dont like to bare all my little secrets on a public forum haha

[RL17]

Did you pose the question on the Ferrai V8 forum?

[Big Ry]

RL17 said:

Did you pose the question on the Ferrai V8 forum?

I haven't, but that's a bit like a Ferrari owner coming to this forum and asking should an Aston, we're all just going to tell them to do it

[Ex Boy Racer]

Just wondering why you would have a DD that is, to all intents and purposes, the same as your Aston? Why not just use the AM every day? It's reliable, reasonably comfortable, able to handle the miles. if you're worried about depreciation, surely paying it on 2 high end cars will be the worst solution.

[GingerMunky]

Phil74891 said:

Buy a Range Rover Sport.

Sorry - no help whatsoever!

Classic Pistonheads.

[AMVSVNick]

AMTony said:

I had an RS3 as my DD. Sold it after 3 weeks after being followed home!

I adore mine.

Perhaps you need to move, Tony

[Jon39]

AMVSVNick said:

AMTony said:

I had an RS3 as my DD. Sold it after 3 weeks after being followed home!

I adore mine.

Perhaps you need to move, Tony

Following is 'so very yesterday', Nick.

The photograph which you have posted, includes the full latitude, longitude and altitude of the location.

[AMVSVNick]

Jon39 said:

Following is 'so very yesterday', Nick.

The photograph which you have posted, includes the full latitude, longitude and altitude of the location.

Cool.

They can meet the dogs.