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I've been asked to look after a friends new 458 for six months.

Given the very low mileage, I wonder if it's better left undriven? It will be in a heated and dehumidified garage with some other cars I have....

I could drive it if I wish - but am quite happy not to. I'm merely pondering the whole 'wear' thing of starting up occasionally rather than not starting up at all.

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red_duke said:

It's between you and the owner isn't it?

We are both interested in opinions. I can drive it whenever I like - that's not the issue.

There is a school of thought that sub 5k engines can be left undriven as there's less wear introduced.

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Yes true.

Although its not too dissimilar with other things I have had.... I've driven a couple of 458's.

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Martian O said:

I've stored cars for 6 months, I never start them but just leave them on a battery conditioner. No problems in 20+ years.

Useful. Thanks.

It's how I tend to store them too.