What's this F355 worth--Ebay?

Yeah but Gary, you had never heard of the electric Daytona seats can affect resale by $10k either. That weak structural integrity thing is bunk but the Daytona/electric seat thing is true.

 

That's what I mean, I learn something every day, and I'm not being sarcastic.

Gary

 

Oh, sorry. I thought that you were being sarcastic.

 

I would agree that the term "weak structural integrity" is a pretty broad brush to swipe across the entire 355 line. I would be interested in hearing what in fact is the problem, with specifics.

The c-piller cracking IS a known defect though. I have personally seen this on a number of Berlinettas and GTS's. It appears to be just a cosmetic issue, but certainly turns me off.

 

I wonder how the structural integrety is of the 355 spider is then?? While there's no C-pillar to crack, does the body flex? Being as the 355 spider is my dream car (while I don't think I'll be buying one anytime soon), I'd be curious to know. I wonder....it reminds me of this test Car & driver or one of the magazines did back in the mid 1980's on convertibles. One of the tests of the structural strength of the convertibles was to drive one wheel up on a curb and see if the car doors would open and close with any problems. My recollection is the 911 cabriolet was the stiffest body in the test, whereas the mustang convertible scored the worst in this test- the mustang's doors wouldn't even open, or they rubbed so much the door didn't close all the way.

Is there a cross-member and/or great effort in the 355 spiders to strengthen the chassis to the point where this is not an issue (the solid feeling I mean, not the specific ability to open a door with a wheel elevated)? Most of the more modern convertibles have this....my old 1990 corvette had a cross-member underneath, and I know porsche goes through great lengths to strengthen the convertibles to minimize or eliminate "cowl shake" all together(thus the additional weight over a coupe).

Overall, due to the technology and better building methods I would find it hard to believe that Ferraris are getting worse at build quality than the "older" cars.... I think they're better and more solid, BUT I have never owned a Ferrari, just making my observation as an outsider...

 

Can't believe she's back. Thought this auction was successful at $56K.

New eBay link.

Would love to know the story, especially as the original auction was so contested??

 

Tom didn't you pick up the 512 recently? Is the F355 for your son?

 

I completely understand the addiction. I thought maybe because your son did not like the mustang anymore, you were looking to upgrade for him.

Second F car is a great idea, and I wish you luck in your search, I just didn't think you would be getting the second one so soon!

Since your 512 is black and sort of flies under the radar (if any TR can do that), you should get a yellow F355, something in your face type. It will be a good contrast.

Just my thought.

 

You must have a very understanding wife.

 

Suffice to say you can have 3-4 F cars in the garage and you guys will be together for better or worse

So heck with the F355, start looking at F40s

 

A little under three days left, and she's at an ominous $42,666.66. Interesting to see where she ends up, given the original auction went for $56K. Anybody bidding on this and/or have updates as to why the original auction didn't go through?

 

I believe the original highest bidder's financing fell through...

 

Wow...it's baaaaaack! ;-) I thought for sure this would be gone last time it was up for auction but nonetheless, it will be interesting to see what she goes for....

Cheers,
Travis

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2469598974&category=6212#mainImage

 

Anybody have any updates on what the story behind it was? Is it sold this time?

 

No way! It is back on Ebay, but this time the listing indicates that the 75K service has been done! This car just will not go away!!!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6212&item=2475720255&rd=1

Cheers,
Travis

...and at 40K right now not shabby ;-)

 

LOL! At least he's gone to a 5-day auction, as opposed to a 7-day one.

 

Agreed. I'm sure the 75K mile service not being done had something to do with it. Potentially, buyers may have balked at the cost to get it up to "spec" as indicated through a PPI. I spoke with the Ferrari of Scotsdale head mechanic when this car was first listed (yes, I was thinking of buying it too). While he spoke highly of it (on time service, well kept, etc.) he noted a number of things that could be improved. Some of it just related to deferred maintenance (a little); other stuff that just needed to be replaced due to the high mileage on the car (a decent amount). Can't remember exactly what the preliminary quote was, but I think it was in the $7K to $10K range. Add that to the winning price in the last auction ($56K), and you've got yourself a high-60K's car. Hardly a steal.

 

Actually the 75k service had been done according to the last couple of auctions. I actually commented on it earlier in this thread, so I'm not sure what the deal is here. I'm guessing either there's something horribly wrong, causing buyers to back out.. Or the people bidding on it are dreamers looking for a cheap 355 and their financing falls through. It sure is tempting though...

-R

 

Does anyone have or remember the VIN from this car?

 

Ahhh, this thread. I remember it well. -

Has the car potentially resurfaced again?