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  1. Schmidty23

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    #1 Schmidty23, Jun 30, 2021
    It’s official, after years of searching and testing the water I finally took the plunge. Just received my first Ferrari. It’s a 2007 f430 in TD blue with 14k. Had a PPI at FAI in CA and another look from classic coach when it got to NJ. All good and yes I am in love. I did have to change out the amp but all is well and sound system is now fantastic. Any tips, insights or anecdotes are greatly appreciated. So excited to know more… Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
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  2. The4DA

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    #2 The4DA, Jun 30, 2021
    Congrats! Beautiful car! Good to see another blue F430. Mine is Blu Lemans.
     
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  3. E60 M5

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    #3 E60 M5, Jun 30, 2021
    Lovely car, congrats!!!!

    I hope you enjoy her for many years!
     
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  4. greyboxer

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    #4 greyboxer, Jul 1, 2021
    Take some time & read here & look at videos to learn your way around the car & its quirks in particular the best way to drive F1

    But mainly: enjoy
     
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  5. redcaruser

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    #5 redcaruser, Jul 1, 2021
    Congratulation, what a beautiful car, enjoy!
     
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  6. CoreyNJ

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    #6 CoreyNJ, Jul 1, 2021
    Congratulations, what part of NJ are you in? As we say in NJ what exit are you?
     
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  7. Schmidty23

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    #7 Schmidty23, Jul 1, 2021
    I’m in central jersey, Somerset County. Basking Ridge. Originally Brooklyn/Long Island. Where are you?


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  8. CoreyNJ

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    #8 CoreyNJ, Jul 1, 2021
    I'm down near exit 117 on the GSP on the border with Middlesex/Monmouth county. I'm also originally eastern Long Island
     
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  9. timjen88

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    #9 timjen88, Jul 1, 2021
    DRIVE IT! That was my biggest regret after selling mine.
     
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  10. Daryl Zernick

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    #10 Daryl Zernick, Jul 1, 2021
    Awesomesauce!
     
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  11. FerrfanFL

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    #11 FerrfanFL, Jul 1, 2021
    SOB, that's beautiful.....ENJOY THE HECK OUT OF IT.....also, NOTHING beats a coupe.....ARA
     
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    #12 Snapshift, Jul 1, 2021
    Keep it on a battery tender, use Shell V power fuel, get a code reader, eg. Think car, or Autel 200, keep A/c charged up, Check out all of Scuding Swiss aftermarket tail lights, relays replacements, etc, learn to detail your own car, buy all your detailing products etc., get the front clear wrapped for stone protection, get a good relationship with a competent independent mechanic or dealer, Get a good tire gauge, compressor etc, and use the cover when sitting a long time. Learn the F1 and how to drive it effectively. Enjoy it and drive it weekly.
     
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  13. Flyingbrick242

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    #13 Flyingbrick242, Jul 1, 2021
    Congratulations and welcome to the family..!
    Frequent visits to the garage will be considered normal for a long time to come...along with the smile it puts on your face every time to drive it.!
    Pls Give us your feedback on your impressions.
    KD/
     
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  14. Daryl Zernick

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    #14 Daryl Zernick, Jul 1, 2021
    Agree to disagree!
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  15. CoreyNJ

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    #15 CoreyNJ, Jul 1, 2021
    depends on where you live. Here in the North East USA, its generally too hot in the summer for a convertible and too cold in the winter. You really only get about 4 good months a year where it isn't raining all the time (April sucks) to drive with the top down.
     
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  16. Daryl Zernick

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    #16 Daryl Zernick, Jul 1, 2021
    I hear you. I am in South Bend Indiana, 90 miles east of Chicago, so my driving season is mid-March to mid-December. Consistent top down weather is May to October.
     
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  17. Schmidty23

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    #17 Schmidty23, Jul 1, 2021
    I’m familiar. We have a small place in mantoloking and drive past ur exit nearly every weekend. I’m a Lindenhurst guy, where on Long Island where you?


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  18. pilotoCS

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    #18 pilotoCS, Jul 1, 2021
    You're in the right forum/thread section. Don't hesitate to post questions. It's a very helpful lot here. Have fun!
     
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  19. Schmidty23

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    #19 Schmidty23, Jul 1, 2021
    Because of the bright blue color, any Little Rock or scratch really stands out. It has a clear front wrap. I was thinking of removing, getting a ceramic coat and then reapply a more thorough front clear wrap. Does that make sense?


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  20. CoreyNJ

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    #20 CoreyNJ, Jul 1, 2021
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    I wish I had that long of a convertible season. You haven't lived till you get stuck in NY highway traffic on a 100'F sunny day with 90% humidity in late July.
     
  21. Schmidty23

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    #21 Schmidty23, Jul 1, 2021
    I like the coupe too. Lines are more aerodynamic and convertibles are hell on my hair!!!


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  22. Sj_engr

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    #22 Sj_engr, Jul 1, 2021
    Stock amp has a lot of distortion. Did you swap in the scuderia audio amp?
     
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  23. bball16

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    #23 bball16, Jul 1, 2021
    Beautiful! Enjoy
     
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  24. colorfull

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    #24 colorfull, Jul 1, 2021
    Congrats! Gorgeous F430!

    I'm in Somerset County and originally long island/brooklyn!
     
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    #25 colorfull, Jul 1, 2021
    And I originally lived in Lindenhurst!
     
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