F430 or Gallardo?
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Hi all, not a new topic I know but have decided to trade my 911 in for either a 430 or G. Guess its all about opinions and personal choice but would be interested to hear from anyone who has been lucky enough to decide between the two - and you're reasons. If anyone has any recommendations for particular dealers who you've had good experiences with then would be great to hear from you as well. Cheers all.
brist said:
Hi all, not a new topic I know but have decided to trade my 911 in for either a 430 or G. Guess its all about opinions and personal choice but would be interested to hear from anyone who has been lucky enough to decide between the two - and you're reasons. If anyone has any recommendations for particular dealers who you've had good experiences with then would be great to hear from you as well. Cheers all.
Good question..I've never driven either one but from an "outsiders" perception, the 430 I'd expect to be a better drive, hold its value a little better, whilst the G is more exclusive, driven by someone that doesn't like red cars!
I was also considering a Gallardo previously. Three things put me off:
1. Depreciation seemed steeper than 360/430, I suspect largely because it's much more of a niche market so less potential buyers.
2. Nearest dealer to me is >150 miles, right royal pain if anything goes wrong
3. I didn't fit in one (well not without having the right hand indicator permanently on!)
1. Depreciation seemed steeper than 360/430, I suspect largely because it's much more of a niche market so less potential buyers.
2. Nearest dealer to me is >150 miles, right royal pain if anything goes wrong
3. I didn't fit in one
(well not without having the right hand indicator permanently on!)Can't go wrong with either I'd say.
I got the 430 because I preferred the drive, and went for the F1 (which I think is in a different league to F1s of old and really, really like it). I don't really like 4wd, and the Gallardo definitely feels a heavier car.
Certain angles the Gallardo looks better, much prefer the rear of the 430. Gallardo sounds better. Performance pretty much on par, I think.
In terms of build quality I don't see anything in it between the two. Depreciation will probably be about the same, although the Ferrari will probably be easier to sell on in a hurry.
Go for the one that ticks most boxes for you.
I got the 430 because I preferred the drive, and went for the F1 (which I think is in a different league to F1s of old and really, really like it). I don't really like 4wd, and the Gallardo definitely feels a heavier car.
Certain angles the Gallardo looks better, much prefer the rear of the 430. Gallardo sounds better. Performance pretty much on par, I think.
In terms of build quality I don't see anything in it between the two. Depreciation will probably be about the same, although the Ferrari will probably be easier to sell on in a hurry.
Go for the one that ticks most boxes for you.
Gallardo
Looks better
Better exhaust
Easier to drive (or at least my wife thinks so)
Much better grip in the wet/ice
Interior looks fantastic (if you have branding and carbon pack)
Better hi-fi navigation
Much more exclusive
Feels very fast at 100
No storage space
Ferrari 430
Handles better
Faster between 50-100
Fantastic brakes (if you have the CC option)
Much more comfortable (if you have race seats)
F1 gearbox is easier than e-gear to drive in busy city traffic
Infact the F1 box is just better than the e-gear
Doesn’t feel fast at 100 – which means it can be very license threatening
Much more storage space
All in all I think of my cars the Ferrari is a better car - this is particularly true when you take it to a racetrack
However you need to bear in mind that my 430 has CCB, race seats, dual tone leather, C back – ie >£25,000 of extras
The Gallardo Spyder also has a lot of extras but these are more focused on the look – ie branding pack, full carbon package, wheels, leather pack
So imo if you are looking at spending ~£150,000 on a new 430 or new Gallardo (both full spec) I think you should go for the 430
If instead you are looking at spending £125,000 for a minimum spec 1 year old 430 or a nearly new hi-spec Gallardo I would say the Gallardo is probably the better choice (although the Ferrari will probably hold its value better)
Clearly any further reduction in you budget is going to leave you with lots of Gallardo options but no 430 options
However if the budget is <100k then your real comparison should be pre 06 Gallardo vs 360CS
I really like the 430, but for me the winning aspects are the CC brakes and the race seats – now how many cars currently on the market have these options?
These comment clearly relate to the coupe – if you want a spyder/spider then imo the Lamborghini is only choice
Of course the other issue is that if you want a new one to your own spec then your only choice is the Lambo since buying a new Ferrari is a whole art on its own
Looks better
Better exhaust
Easier to drive (or at least my wife thinks so)
Much better grip in the wet/ice
Interior looks fantastic (if you have branding and carbon pack)
Better hi-fi navigation
Much more exclusive
Feels very fast at 100
No storage space
Ferrari 430
Handles better
Faster between 50-100
Fantastic brakes (if you have the CC option)
Much more comfortable (if you have race seats)
F1 gearbox is easier than e-gear to drive in busy city traffic
Infact the F1 box is just better than the e-gear
Doesn’t feel fast at 100 – which means it can be very license threatening
Much more storage space
All in all I think of my cars the Ferrari is a better car - this is particularly true when you take it to a racetrack
However you need to bear in mind that my 430 has CCB, race seats, dual tone leather, C back – ie >£25,000 of extras
The Gallardo Spyder also has a lot of extras but these are more focused on the look – ie branding pack, full carbon package, wheels, leather pack
So imo if you are looking at spending ~£150,000 on a new 430 or new Gallardo (both full spec) I think you should go for the 430
If instead you are looking at spending £125,000 for a minimum spec 1 year old 430 or a nearly new hi-spec Gallardo I would say the Gallardo is probably the better choice (although the Ferrari will probably hold its value better)
Clearly any further reduction in you budget is going to leave you with lots of Gallardo options but no 430 options
However if the budget is <100k then your real comparison should be pre 06 Gallardo vs 360CS
I really like the 430, but for me the winning aspects are the CC brakes and the race seats – now how many cars currently on the market have these options?
These comment clearly relate to the coupe – if you want a spyder/spider then imo the Lamborghini is only choice
Of course the other issue is that if you want a new one to your own spec then your only choice is the Lambo since buying a new Ferrari is a whole art on its own
Edited by traxx on Saturday 5th May 19:51
Edited by traxx on Saturday 5th May 19:52
Two very different cars & my thoughts come from ownership of Gallardo coupe (04 model), 430 Coupe & Gallardo Spyder for good measure.
430 Coupe in every area bar the visual impact you get from a Lambo + the strange effect a Lamborghini's have on other road users, strange Jedi mind tricks .... Letting you out of traffic, nearly crashing to let you past!
If you’re concerned about depreciation,
don't waste your time with CCB for the road on either car, they aren't worth £10k & may put the next buyer off.
430 is in a different league when your really pushing on, CST via the magneto is awesome & trims any advantage the Gallardo has in the wet.
430 Everytime!
430 Coupe in every area bar the visual impact you get from a Lambo + the strange effect a Lamborghini's have on other road users, strange Jedi mind tricks .... Letting you out of traffic, nearly crashing to let you past!
If you’re concerned about depreciation,
don't waste your time with CCB for the road on either car, they aren't worth £10k & may put the next buyer off. 430 is in a different league when your really pushing on, CST via the magneto is awesome & trims any advantage the Gallardo has in the wet.
430 Everytime!
i was only in the market for a convertible version of a murci/gallardo/430 & the murci is too impractical & i couldnt spend that much money on a 430 spider when i had serious reservations with its styling, so as a previous 5 time ferrari owner i bought my 1st lamborghini, the gallardo spyder, and with the amount of time i drive it in europe i have to say i wouldnt change anything about the car at all.
rezzie said:
Worth thinking if you're going to do many track days, went up to Bedford GT at Easter and mate got 1/2 way round in standard G before being black flagged... no problems in the 430
I can't believe that. My standard F430 Spider got thrown off at Bedford. They said it went way over the meter and that was with me backing off for the three mics!
traxx said:
These comment clearly relate to the coupe – if you want a spyder/spider then imo the Lamborghini is only choice
Why would you say that Doug? For sunny, dry days, I think the F430 Spider is pretty much perfect (you get more exposure to that intoxicating sound) whereas I would be tempted to have a Gallardo coupe for the winter because of its traction advantage.
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