Should I buy a Ferrari 400

Should I buy a Ferrari 400

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Bazza 2174

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193 posts

220 months

Wednesday 7th December 2005
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I would like some advice about possibly buying a Ferrari 400 that's for sale privately. I own a couple of old lotuses and am aware that with these things its not usually the buying but the running of them that really hurts. The car seems a bargain as the owner (genuinely) is going abroad and needs to sell. What is the market like for these cars in seemingly good condition?

What should I ask about (other than has it been regularly serviced)? Is there anything that is specific to a 400?

In addion are there any mobile Ferrari experts you'd recommend in London who could inspect the car ?

Sorry to ask so many questions but I could really do with help to aviod buying an expensive pup.

Bazza

Bazza 2174

Original Poster:

193 posts

220 months

Wednesday 7th December 2005
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Thanks chaps - some very good advise

Simon - Did see Top Gear but believe in taking most things JC says with a block of salt - they're making a programme after all....

Bazza 2174

Original Poster:

193 posts

220 months

Thursday 8th December 2005
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The car in question is a 400i automatic. I'm not sure if injection or carbs is deemed better - any thoughts?