First time buyer - 2005 f430 need help

I'll answer what I can

1. I don't know
2. in my opinion, no
3. the buyer
4. none
5. probably not but ask a dealer
6. yes, they will fail. With only 5K on it, this car likely has the originals. The warranty is for eight years--check the in service date
7. once a year
8. there are no "major" services on 430s, just annual services for fluids, filters and inspections

Dave

 

Hey Iceman,

I'm also in the market, and will do my best to answer. Welcome to FChat.

Dave answered really well, so take this as a little more explanatory:

1. Fair price? Don't know - not enough info.
2. PPI is subjective, and relates to your risk tolerance. Many people say it's essential, many also say it is not. Would you be comfortable buying a car at this level (and price) without a TECHNICAL evaluation? If you're not comfortable, then get a PPI. If you are comfortable, a PPI may not be essential, but will probably give you some information you can't see from pictures, visual inspection by yourself, or even a personal test drive. Also, if it's from a reputable dealer (or even a Ferrari dealer), the risk usually tends to be lower, but there is always some risk. If it's a private seller, the risk may be greater. It's all about risk.
3. Typically, the BUYER pays for the PPI. Also consider getting a compression/leak down test conducted on the subject vehicle.
4. Major issues are pretty much the headers. Check out the F430 buyer's guide from Forza Magazine.
5. Don't know about Power Cube warranty.
6. Manifolds: Perhaps the seller knows about the headers - start asking there.
7. Conduct a search for "Annual F430 Service" and you should get a good feel for what's required. Typically, it's mostly a fluid flush/change, and can often be completed by any competent independent mechanic with some experience, not necessarily a Ferrari service center.
8. No "major" services for the F430, since the cams have chains and not belts. Major stuff happens when you need a clutch replacement or some work on the suspension.

Hope this helps. Good luck, and happy hunting! Take your TIME, this isn't a process to be rushed. IMHO, learn as much about the cars as you can before you put any money down!

 

Quite a few of your questions can be answered by scrolling thro previous threads or as suggested above trying a 'search' - most have been asked and answered before

 

For what its worth. I have an '05 F430 Spider and its been flawless! You will love the car!

 

I went through the same process a few weeks ago and ended up buying an '06 blu pozzi/tan coupe with 6,500 miles from an independent dealer in CA. I had a PPI done at FoSD (they called it a safety inspection as they said only a licensed body shop in CA can opine on paint/bodywork issues). The service manager walked through the car with me while it was on the lift. He could not have been nicer or more informative. He also gave me a copy of all of the service records since they sold and serviced the car. The records showed that the headers and exhaust brackets had both been replaced. These are very common problems, at least in '05-'06.

The PPI and chat with the service manager made all the difference to me in feeling comfortable buying a car 3k miles from home.

I have only had the car licensed in VA for a few days, but I am loving it. Let me know if you have any other questions.

David

 

Everyone has their opinions... here's mine:

1. $140 isn't bad. I recently sold my '07 F430 coupe for $155K. Had similar miles.
2. I believe very much in a PPI. There are so many issues you can't know about from just driving it and listening. If you don't get one and buy the car and there are problems, you'll hate yourself. Getting a PPI saved me from myself on my first Ferrari buying experience. It found a host of problems on a car I was ready to buy.
3. You pay for the PPI and any related transportation costs of getting the car to the PPI service provider. Again... well worth the money.
4. Issues for F430... exhaust tips, exhaust brackets and headers. Any dealer can tell you if all the campaigns have been taken care of.
5. Likely not, but it's worth asking. While some people consider these extended warranties a waste of money, I sleep better at night knowing that is something goes wrong, I have a warranty to cover it.
6. Ferrari have been actively replacing these when they show signs of wear.
7. Again... personal opinion is all fluids flushed once/year regardless of mileage. There are others on the forum who think this is too frequent and a waste of money.
8. None... just the regular fluid service and make sure all the campaigns are taken care of.

Good luck...

 

options are very important when it come to price
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Did you try the suggestion above about the Ferrari warranty from a franchise dealer ?

 

5k miles i wouldn't worry about anything really, change the oil and check the manifolds if they have been replaced otherwise set side a few $$$ to replace.

sounds like a real nice car
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About how long do PPI's take to be performed?
Whats the average $$ cost of a PPI?

 

700 takes 4 to 8 hours depending and what u want poked

There is a 360 ppi list somewhere on this forum

Are you buying from a ferrari dealer?

Pm me your email address I will send it to u

 

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I purchased a 2007 F430 in 2009 and have put 12,000 miles on it. The warning light for the tire pressure monitoring system needed to be reset. Otherwise in the three years I have owned it, it has been sheer bliss!!!!! This is the best car I have ever owned by far!!!!!!!!!!!

 

The CNC car i thought was sold when I called on it. CNC said they accepted 139 on it.
Maybe its back on the market?

 

People pay more for red tan
Most desired

 

CNC car sold at $139K

 

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