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Discussion in 'Florida' started by Robin, Nov 29, 2004.

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  1. Robin

    Robin F1 Rookie

    Nov 1, 2003
    2,931
    Arlington, VA
    #1 Robin, Nov 29, 2004
    Without going into boring detail, I have what could be considered the worst luck with cars... So I didn't expect much different with my new Ferrari ownership experience, just wasn't expecting it to be so soon. My car was delivered yesterday morning, so I hopped in and took it for a spin. Disaster didn't wait long however. While waiting for an opening to pull out of my neighborhood, some crazy old nursing home escapee guy came sailing down the sidewalk on his giant tricycle........right into the side of my car that I had only officially owned for about 30 seconds. The results weren't too horrendous, but I did receive a small dent in the fender just over the front passenger side wheel, a 12" scrape on the bumper (took the paint right off), and a 12" gouge just behind the front wheel that goes straight down to the metal.

    So... part of my bad luck with cars has been with repair shops. Can anyone recommend a good bodyshop within an hour of Tampa? I'm looking to get this done asap just to get it out of the way..any suggestions appreciated.

    -R
     
  2. pdtrixceo

    pdtrixceo Karting

    Aug 19, 2004
    134
    Little Havana
    Full Name:
    Roger
    #2 pdtrixceo, Nov 29, 2004
    Ugh! I feel bad for you, I had a similar thing happen to me not too long ago.
    I believe the only Ferrari authorized body shop in Florida is down in Pompano (north Ft Lauderdale). It's not exactly Tampa, but I wouldn't take my F-car anywhere else. They are called 1st Class European Authorized Coachworks and their web site is www.1stclassauto.com the number is 954 785-3784. Good luck!
     
  3. paulie_b

    paulie_b F1 Veteran
    Consultant Owner

    Jan 13, 2003
    6,840
    Jupiter, FL
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    Paul Bianco
    #3 paulie_b, Nov 29, 2004
    Robin, sorry to hear this! Besides the dealer in Orlando, there is another exotic car dealer in that same area. Can't remember the name.....they sell Lambo's. I am sure someone will read this and chime in with the name. Good luck. I won't ask what you did to the guy on the bike.
     
  4. KoenigTR

    KoenigTR Karting

    Nov 2, 2003
    56
    Tampa Bay
    #4 KoenigTR, Nov 29, 2004
    I've used them for a slant nose conversions (Porsche) a few years ago, did an awesome job. I've seen quite a few Porsche mods in the state, they have done the best job I've seen. They are in St. Petersburg, I think owner's name
    was Ron. Email if you want more info. They do quite a few high end cars, seen quite a few Ferrari's there.

    Taso Anastasopoulos
     
  5. Cavallino Motors

    Cavallino Motors F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa

    May 31, 2001
    14,143
    Florida or Argentina
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    Martin W.
    #5 Cavallino Motors, Nov 29, 2004
    Find out thorugh Paul Sloan who Luciano uses in the St. Pete area.

    Sorry to hear about your bad fortune.

    You are cured. Stay away from my car :)
     
  6. Shuey2k

    Shuey2k Karting

    Nov 14, 2003
    245
    Clearwater, FL
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    Willi Schumacher
    #6 Shuey2k, Nov 29, 2004
    Robin, I am so sorry to hear this. Give me a call on my cell and I will give you the name of a great paint person in Oldsmar. You won't be dissapointed!

    727-692-5843
     
  7. Robin

    Robin F1 Rookie

    Nov 1, 2003
    2,931
    Arlington, VA
    #7 Robin, Nov 30, 2004
    Thanks for the help guys! I'll check these shops out and see if one can get it done soon.

    Shuey: I'll give you a call later today. Need to grab those test pipes from you this weekend :D

    -R
     
  8. Fever Mike

    Fever Mike Rookie

    Dec 20, 2004
    5
    #8 Fever Mike, Dec 20, 2004
    Robin, I do not know if you have had the work done yet but Gene Perez Auto Body in Tampa off of Anderson just north of the airport fixed up my wifes 2004 BMW 745i. They did an outstanding job and they work mostly on higher end or exotic cars.
     

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