2007 versus 2008 Ferrari F430

not that i remember - honestly nothing wrong with an 06 if you dont want carbon brakes. Carbon brakes last to 100k miles so i wldnt avoid them like the plague unless you are going track the car like crazy. plenty of nice examples to choose from. good luck

 

Also upgraded F1 software and MKII manifolds.


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the software you can update on any year for f1

the MKII manifolds is 50/50 - i had an 08 that needed manifolds done

 

Do a search. There was a pretty extensive list of model year changes for the 430 in a thread just a few months ago.

If the car wasn’t tracked, the CCB’s should last the life of the car.


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The important thing is to dump the crappy OEM headers even if it is an 08' model.
Don't let the CCB deter you - those things will last forever (100k+) if you just drive the car for fun and spirited drives. If you are going to track it, most definitely they will wear a lot quicker, but again, don't let this be a deterrent.

 

Was in your shoes about 3 years ago, ended up buying a 2005 that had everything I wanted. It’s an early car with the early F1 pump and it’s been perfect. I would not rule out any year F430, as the changes thru the model years are minimal. I have CCB and I love them, look great, minimal brake dust. I would not buy a sports car without them. The pads are a little pricey to replace, but the rotors will last the life of the car if it’s not tracked. Maintenance record are the most important thing, make sure the car has had all of it’s annual services. The exhaust manifolds are the biggest issue with these cars, replaced mine with headers after purchase. Good luck in your search...

 

If you want faster shift times ....get the 08' it not just a software upgrade as one here was referring to...it's also a hardware upgrade as well. 160ms shift to 120ms shift.....I believe is the difference.
Also, the CCB are standard and are great. I ended up upgrading my brakes to CCB.

 

Not true on the software. It cannot be upgraded on the earlier cars. It was combined with a hardware change and is not compatible with earlier cars. I'm not certain if the shifts are faster, but people I trust claim the shifting is "better" or "crisper". I private messaged someone that had both an 06 couple and 09 spider simultaneously and said he preferred the shifting on the 09. I also spoke to a couple Ferrari dealer techs and they also said they preferred the shifting on the later cars.

There is a thread somewhere on this board with a detailed list of changes by chassis number. The changes on the 08/09 cars is extensive...but most significant is the brakes and transmission. The other (which seemed to relate more to updates or reliability) may or may not matter to buyers.

 

The “Challenge” grill was optional in the later model years. Can be retrofitted to any 430, but pricey to do.

 

You should never have to replace the rotors short of crash damage or outright neglect. The pads do wear eventually and if you shop from Eurospares a full set, front and rear are around $1450 with Fed Ex two day delivery. Figure $500 for installation. Or easy DIY.

 

The Mayor has spoken to this as well. Maybe he can chime in. I don’t recall what year his was however he’s driven both. IIRC the 08 standard F430 has the same hardware and software changes that the 430 Scuderia has in regards to electronics and shifting.

 

i wouldnt shy away from a high spec late model 07 with ccb and challenge grille, which is very similar to an 08 for less. Of course 08 is preferred but a comparable 07 is a good buy

 

There is no rule of thumb as far as the frequency or timeline, it just depends how hard do you are on the pads. I am on 34,000 miles and mine look like they have 80-90% still left and I DRIVE it, if you know what I mean. I know the previous owners and they are also both drivers so I seriously think it is something that doesn't have to be replaced very often.

Rotors can warp or be damaged, but most of the time it is due to someone chipping them not being careful taking tires off or putting them back on. In the event you do have to replace them for any unforeseen circumstance, you can buy them directly from Brembo, using the Brembo part, and they are not as expensive - about 50% less if you go that route. Pads are only going to run you about $ 1,000 to $ 1,500 depending where you get them or if they are on sale or not.

The black grill is the "challenge" grill and it is a VERY nice option. When I bought mine, I only considered cars with it - it looks so much better with it. Mine is a 2007 and it was offered then.

 

can someone point to the "extensive" changes? ive driven and 06 and 09 and noticed no difference...

 

when i bought my 05 and drove 06/08 didnt feel any diffrence go for any year and get the one with the options and color combo you are looking for and service records and manifold replacements.good luck with your search

 

No one has mentioned that any 07 between Sept and Dec. have 08 upgrades. My 07 is a Nov build and has no door key lock on passenger door andhas plastic around trunk on inside. I ordered mine with the rear screen and a 6 speed. Ferrari makes changes in August at the factory but model year of car is based on year made

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Here is the list of build changes. My apologies to the creator because I don't remember from whom I downloaded it.

Went through the same thought process until I found my 2007 Spider this year. Didn't really have a need or desire for CCBs or a lot of the carbon fiber fru-fru trim panels, but I found a solid car that just happened to have all of that stuff so I bought it anyway.

As a point of reference, my car had MSRP of about $267K and I bought for $125K.

 

Nothing there that indicates faster shifting for USA cars in 2008

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This would be incorrect


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So from that spreadsheet it seems if anything you want to go for a 2006 and no real difference between a USA 2007 vs 2008. As I expected.


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I have an 06, and it seems just as any other ferrari. As others have said, when you need to look at is the history. 05-09 all have the same suspension, so new ball joints, bushings, ect eventually go out. I have about 34k miles on mine, and drives great now.

 

What’s not correct and what is correct. Perhaps you can expound. The shift software in the F430’s we’re not updated in 2008 that first year of the 430 Scuderia?