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Discussion in '360/430' started by TimF40, Dec 18, 2004.

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  1. TimF40

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    #1 TimF40, Dec 18, 2004
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    Christmas came a few days early to us! Picked up my new '05 360 Spider today from FoS! A couple pictures attached. The color looks funky for some reason (even ran through PS one pass), but you get the idea. Didn't post too many pictures because you've seen a few of this type before. :)

    The biggest surprise, which I didn't get until I was signing paperwork, was that my Spider was a 2005, not a 2004! The original slot was for what was probably the last 2004 Spider out of Italy. I was a little bit boo boo in that only a few days would separate my 2004 from the 2005s.

    Anyway, my FoS candy man saw that the car magically turned into a 2005, but didn't tell me until my wife noticed the paperwork said 2005! I was oblivious - busy signing. I looked at the 2005 designation, looked at my dealer, and saw this great big grin watching me as it dawned on me what had happened. Talk about a happy ending! I was blown away with excitement, not only on picking up my Spider, but finding out it was a 2005!

    The rest of the story goes that we, here in Seattle, had a clear blue sky with almost record high temperatures! Needless to say, the top stayed down and I took the "very long" way home. Of course, my first "stop" was the I90 tunnels to hear the Capristo! I laughed like a kid. :)

    Tim

    P.S. Specs:
    * Corsa Red, black
    * Double red stitching
    * Manual (my Modena was F1 - I'll give an update later!)
    * Red calipers
    * Electric Daytonas
    * Front/rear challenge grills
    * Shields
    * Modular wheels
    * Leather rear shelf and door mouldings (with metal kickplate)
    * CD changer (who cares)
    * And: my Tubi carbon fiber air boxes and Capristo from my Modena!
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  2. mbarr

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    #2 mbarr, Dec 18, 2004
    Love the colors. Thats exactly how I ordered the 430.
     
  3. Doody

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    #3 Doody, Dec 18, 2004
    life is good!

    congrats, and enjoy it in good health!

    doody.
     
  4. FJerry

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    #4 FJerry, Dec 18, 2004
    WOW! Congratulations!

    Best Regards,
    Jerry
     
  5. maranelloman

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    #5 maranelloman, Dec 18, 2004
    Excellent choice on a 6 speed!!!
     
  6. Spasso

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    #6 Spasso, Dec 18, 2004
    Very nice Tim. As nice as your Modena was I am sure this will make the drives even better, especially with the Capristo howling out back!

    DJ
     
  7. Aeroengineman

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    #7 Aeroengineman, Dec 18, 2004
    I'd like to ride in it with the top down to compare to my 355.

    Congratulations!
     
  8. stokpro

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    #8 stokpro, Dec 18, 2004
    Very nice Tim. Congrats!
     
  9. eric

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    #9 eric, Dec 18, 2004
    Congratulations on the car Tim!!!

    It looked great, and sounded like a monster when Roberto was pulling it into the showroom. I must say, I like the sound better than the Tubis. Didn’t seem to have the low RPM resonance so common with the Tubi systems.

    The interior is really nice, too. I thought the red stitching worked out very well. I don’t typically like different color stitching, but your choice worked out well.

    Sorry we couldn’t hang around longer to see you off, but had to hit the highways for parts south. Hopefully will see/hear you out on the road on a drive soon.
     
  10. Gary(SF)

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    #10 Gary(SF), Dec 18, 2004
    Looks fabulous, Tim! Let us know how you like the having to use 3 pedals.

    Gary
     
  11. PrancingHorseFan

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    #11 PrancingHorseFan, Dec 18, 2004
    congrats, nice 360! :)
     
  12. dizztro

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    #12 dizztro, Dec 19, 2004
    Very nice, great looking car, and congrats!!
     
  13. Driv3r2k

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    #13 Driv3r2k, Dec 19, 2004
    Nice buy. one of my favorites at FoS.
    A little new here. Did you trade in the 575 thats at FoS now?
     
  14. jaturon

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    #14 jaturon, Dec 19, 2004
    Congrats, Tim.
    Nice looking colour also.
    Have fun!!
     
  15. racerdj

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    #15 racerdj, Dec 19, 2004
    Congrats and enjoy every mile. BTW great color (ext) and awsome interior.The double red stiching is great looking. The modular wheels really set off the car. I'm glad the weather cooperated with top down driving.
     
  16. racerdj

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    #16 racerdj, Dec 19, 2004
    I forgot to add, I love the six speed!!
     
  17. f355spider

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    #17 f355spider, Dec 19, 2004
    Tim! Terrific news...I know it has been an agonizing wait... but worth it I'm sure. Let's all go for a drive next week...just let me know.

    Dave
     
  18. Tomf-1

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    #18 Tomf-1, Dec 19, 2004
    merry x-mas to you, indeed...tim.
    congratulation.


    tom
     
  19. yb360

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    #19 yb360, Dec 19, 2004
    Congrats Tim! I know it's been irritating being minus an F-Car while you've been waiting for it to arrive; but I'm sure it was worth the wait. It looks fantastic in the photos. I look forward to seeing it in person.

    What a perfect day to take delivery of it!
     
  20. rynoshark

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    #20 rynoshark, Dec 19, 2004
    ...and delivered on the perfect winter day in Seattle no-less!
     
  21. 2000YELLOW360

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    #21 2000YELLOW360, Dec 19, 2004
    What a great color. Is it the same as the racing red F1 cars use (I've forgotten the color name)?

    Art
     
  22. mbmike

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    #22 mbmike, Dec 19, 2004
    Rosso Scuderia?
     
  23. Gary(SF)

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    #23 Gary(SF), Dec 19, 2004
    Looks more like Corsa to me.

    Gary
     
  24. Doug.

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    #24 Doug., Dec 19, 2004
    I dont know, it looks to have a bit of an orange glow in it?

    -Doug
     
  25. scycle2020

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    #25 scycle2020, Dec 19, 2004
    great car..exactly the same as my 02 spider except i have a tan interior...you will love it..a great all around conv....even good with the top up and a very sturdy , easy to use power top!!!!also , the 6speed is a blast...a must have on any ferrari or sports car
     
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