Genuine question - why would you ever sell an F40?
Discussion
Hi all
Might seem like a silly question, but I often keep an eye on what F40s are doing as I will own one day.
I've wanted one since I was old enough to say Ferrari, and every career decision I make is pretty much with that goal in mind, so I always wonder why anyone would sell one.
So I'm interested, why would you sell a Ferrari F40? Other than not being able to afford it/ the capital aspect.
Might seem like a silly question, but I often keep an eye on what F40s are doing as I will own one day.
I've wanted one since I was old enough to say Ferrari, and every career decision I make is pretty much with that goal in mind, so I always wonder why anyone would sell one.
So I'm interested, why would you sell a Ferrari F40? Other than not being able to afford it/ the capital aspect.
All very good points!
I think when I get one I'll keep my Lotus as a daily. I did also think yesterday as I was writing this post - what would one own as a daily if they owned an F40? I mean surely there can't be much that would match up to driving an F40! But then if you only take it out 5 times a year it becomes kind of irrelevant.
Agreed I think driving a car of that value is an issue. But then surely you get some instructed track days under your belt and only take it out when the weather is top notch.
I think when I get one I'll keep my Lotus as a daily. I did also think yesterday as I was writing this post - what would one own as a daily if they owned an F40? I mean surely there can't be much that would match up to driving an F40! But then if you only take it out 5 times a year it becomes kind of irrelevant.
Agreed I think driving a car of that value is an issue. But then surely you get some instructed track days under your belt and only take it out when the weather is top notch.
Camlet said:
Talking of F40's, was clearing out some crap and came across 2nd October 2005 edition of the Sunday Times driving section. Spot the asking price of the F40.
Hilarious.
And how everything has changed, along came the iPhone in 2007. Wait for the Sunday Times to check out what's around? Seems like 50 years ago.
Jesus christ! Hilarious.
And how everything has changed, along came the iPhone in 2007. Wait for the Sunday Times to check out what's around? Seems like 50 years ago.
Camlet said:
Thanks. Any car that's laid up for a long period of time is likely to be a problem. They're machines after all. I use the F40 and F50 at least once a month, and for a minimum of couple of hours each. The F50 in particular needs a minimum of 10 miles before she's remotely ready for play. Both cars are over 20 years old and as one might expect, items gradually need replacing.
But being laid up only increases the risk of damage. Air con clutches, turbos, seals etc. The F50 has a digital instrument display with its own battery. If it powers down you're in perhaps 15,000 pounds worth of trouble as there's only one specialist in Italy that can bring them back to life. Less important but still worth noting is the re-chargeable torch in the F50 which doubles up as a vanity light when opening the doors. I had to take mine to a top electrician to gut and repair, my Ferrari dealer couldn't get to make it work (it's perfect now - the dealer had no idea it works when the doors open).
Each to their own but I find it depressing people would own cars like these and keep them locked up. They are works of art, you need to hear them, smell them, feel them, even clean them. Not just look at them. Of course money is a major factor, and heavy mileage might wipe several hundred thousand off values. But here's the thing. Values are highly volatile, people have very, very short memories. More important, life is very short.
When the day comes the Grim Reaper has invited himself to dinner, I am determined to shake his hand, wink at him, have a little smile and remember the good things I've experienced.
Very true! I don't understand when people have cars like that and don't drive them either due to the mileage increase - the way I think of it it's like saving your girlfriend for the next guy in case you split up. But being laid up only increases the risk of damage. Air con clutches, turbos, seals etc. The F50 has a digital instrument display with its own battery. If it powers down you're in perhaps 15,000 pounds worth of trouble as there's only one specialist in Italy that can bring them back to life. Less important but still worth noting is the re-chargeable torch in the F50 which doubles up as a vanity light when opening the doors. I had to take mine to a top electrician to gut and repair, my Ferrari dealer couldn't get to make it work (it's perfect now - the dealer had no idea it works when the doors open).
Each to their own but I find it depressing people would own cars like these and keep them locked up. They are works of art, you need to hear them, smell them, feel them, even clean them. Not just look at them. Of course money is a major factor, and heavy mileage might wipe several hundred thousand off values. But here's the thing. Values are highly volatile, people have very, very short memories. More important, life is very short.
When the day comes the Grim Reaper has invited himself to dinner, I am determined to shake his hand, wink at him, have a little smile and remember the good things I've experienced.
Edited by Camlet on Thursday 16th March 06:30
You've got quite the collection there too!
P.S. If you ever have the urge to drop by Milton Keynes on your travels in the F40....
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