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  1. Bones2U

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    #1 Bones2U, Apr 24, 2009
    I just got my Spring tune done and my car is running better than ever! Massimo knows his stuff and is very impressive. It is worth the trip just to see all of his fantastic pictures with Schumi and Alesi in the pits...just to name but a few.

    Woodbridge, Ontario (CANADA)
    F1 GRAND TOUR FERRARI ENGINEER AND MECHANIC SET TO JOIN DAYTONA AUTO CENTER’S SERVICE TEAM Veteran worked with Michael Schumacher and boasts well over 14 years on the track

    Daytona Auto Center of Woodbridge, Ontario has specialized in delivering unprecedented levels of sales and service to fine sports’ car owners for over fifteen years. “We’ve catered to a clientele that appreciates technical expertise and sound judgment that is both proficient and prudent when it comes to managing and maintaining vehicles “says co-founder John Duca. “During these times of economic crisis, we are focusing our efforts and resources to increasing and expanding our core expertise – and that’s in the service, maintenance and upkeep of fine cars; that’s why we’ve recruited one of the world’s best in Ferrari” continues Duca referencing their announcement of Mr. Massimo Conti’s highly anticipated arrival at Daytona Auto Centre.

    Mr. Conti served as Chief Mechanical and Technical Engineer with Team Ferrari under the leadership of Michael Schumacher, world renowned Formula One race car Champion. Mr. Conti boasts specialized expertise with Ferrari’s, Lamborghini’s, Formula One racing cars and historical vehicles such as the 333 SP.
    “Bringing Mr. Conti onboard represents our stand to maintaining higher standards not just for our service but for the standard of car care our customers expect and deserve” says co-founder and Chief Mechanic Alex Armelin. “For all Ferrari owners, I invite them to bring their vehicles in to have the true needs of the cars they care for assessed, and to be superimposed with one of the world’s most masterful mechanics inside the realm of Ferrari’ says Armelin.
    Mr. Conti joins Daytona April 14th 2009, and there will be a Special Dealer Reception in his honour. Join Daytona and meet in person their newest and most intriguing family member. “I am delighted to bring to Daytona my first-hand F1/Schumacher mechanical experience, to all Ferrari owners across Ontario – from my new home, Daytona” says Conti :).
     
  2. Ricambi America

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    #2 Ricambi America, Apr 24, 2009
    I consider myself a friend of Massimo's, and have worked with him for almost a year now on several different projects. He is absolutely A+ source of Ferrari knowledge and a fantastic guy. He'll go to the end of the earth to solve a problem, and does it all with fantastic enthusiasm.

    We all benefit from having Massimo on our side of the Atlantic now !! (And yes, he did really work with Schumacher on the circuit.... I have some pictures too !)
     
  3. Shemmer

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    #3 Shemmer, Apr 25, 2009
    Why did he choose to go to Daytona? Nothing against them and never been there, just curious.
     
  4. Bones2U

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    #4 Bones2U, Apr 25, 2009
    The obvious choice was never considered. Why go corporate when you can have the best of both worlds. A family atmosphere with great service. Between Marcus Drosi and Massimo Conti, Daytona now has one of the best teams in the industry. They have won my support and many others this year. Way to go guys ;).
     
  5. starboy444

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    #5 starboy444, Apr 25, 2009
    Maybe they offered him Lasagna, wine and fresh bread everyday for lunch?

    :D
     
  6. veyron407

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    #6 veyron407, Apr 25, 2009
    And a free italy jersey.
     
  7. Luxury Sports & Imports

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    #7 Luxury Sports & Imports, Apr 25, 2009
    LOL
     
  8. MS250

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    #8 MS250, Apr 25, 2009
    I googled Massimo Conti and cant find anything on him ? I did find a Scientolgy Massimo Conti...wtf ?
     
  9. Bones2U

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    #9 Bones2U, Apr 27, 2009
    That was a good one! Although it did involve a ton of dough..;)
     
  10. MS250

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    #10 MS250, Apr 27, 2009
    I still cant find anything on this guy though ? Strange if he had such a high profile........i hope this doesnt become another famous guy on here that claimed he was at Lemans and doing wax commercials.....that would be a bummer.

    Unless this is a Cousin Vinny scenerio....and im not getting the right name :)
     
  11. Bones2U

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    #11 Bones2U, Apr 27, 2009
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    Hey Big, not that I care, but if you really do have doubts then why don't you go and check it out for yourself? Google is not the answer to everything..LOL. Go over and say hello and introduce yourself. From my experience so far he is a great guy and is by far the best mechanic I have ever seen. He has already dismissed many problems that others would have dropped engines out to fix. His EXPERIENCE with the cars that he has already blessed (including mine) and his many pictures and reputation in the Racing industry speaks for itself. I already nicknamed him "Il Professore".
     
  12. MS250

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    #12 MS250, Apr 27, 2009
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    Marlon, you cant find him on google either...lol....you made a very specific claim

    I can easily find Luca Baldisseri .....

    http://www.ferrari.com/English/Scuderia/Scuderia_Ferrari/Organisation_Chart/Pages/Luca_Baldisserri.aspx

    i would love nothing more than to see this caliber of person here in Toronto. Im sure he has great skills, but you made a very specific claim. I have all the F1 video races of MS, someone this high up would have accepted at least 1 trophy with the team, which race was it ?

    Dont take it the wrong way, im just asking
     
  13. marinelo

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    #13 marinelo, Apr 27, 2009
    Everyone wants to go to Woodbridge........what would really be news is if he was going to end up in Scarborough or Pickering !
     
  14. Bones2U

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    #14 Bones2U, Apr 27, 2009
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    Let's be clear here. I am just a guy who is happy that he has had his oil changed by the same guy who once claims to have changed Michael Schumachers! He doesn't work for me and I am in no way affiliated with Daytona (except being a client) and I have nothing personally to gain. I just posted a press release which was emailed to me, which Daytona has issued, that will be in the next edition of the Prancing Horse BTW. They make the claim and I am sure that they can back it up. He also used Nigel Stepney as a reference on his resume - anybody want his phone number..LOL. I guess I am just a little more naive than some others out there. Believe what you will and doubt what you want - no skin off my back.
     
  15. MS250

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    #15 MS250, Apr 27, 2009
    Yes, lets be clear here....you made the claim that there was this guy there, and to quote you "if you didnt care" why make a post about it then ? obviously you do and you posted the email that was sent to you ...which is fine, and im not DOUBTING you ...all im asking for is back up. Right now its all here say without any documentation, i look forward to the Prancing Horse article.

    Happy Motoring !
     
  16. NICO R

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    #16 NICO R, Apr 27, 2009
    I went by Daytona and meet Massimo Conti . I saw all the pics and he is a true F1 tec for Shui and other ferrari drivers. He started with Allen Prost ,he does have 15 years in F1. Very nice man to talk to. He was also working in the development department for Ferrari for many street car which he has all the pics also. He is the real thing.
     
  17. Ricambi America

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    #17 Ricambi America, Apr 27, 2009
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    #20 MS250, Apr 27, 2009
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    All i want to know is...was he Chief Mechanical and Technical Engineer ? Yes, or No.....an F1 tec is alittle different...no ?

    Pics above by Daniel is not what im questioning.....its a pretty big claim to say you are Chief Mechanical and Technical Engineer.








    PS....im a 2 time owner of a lemans car



















    Pontiac "le mans" ;) See where i was going with this Daniel :D
     
  21. Bones2U

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    #21 Bones2U, Apr 27, 2009
    What do you mean Daniel? Don't they just let anybody wear the official uniforms and watches and help push the F1 cars into the garages anymore? More pics will come once I get access to them later.
     
  22. Ricambi America

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    #22 Ricambi America, Apr 27, 2009
    Refresh... I posted 3x total. I have more, but I think the point is proven. Max is a friend of mine, and unless he's really a serious magician, it's all real.
     
  23. ClassicFerrari

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    #23 ClassicFerrari, Apr 27, 2009
    Great pics. We should now get a pic that says "Hi Big_Red" just so we can add to the collection LMAO :D

    Anyways, BONES2U I think Rick is just saying like it is. No need to get upset. Him and I along with others here have seen many strange things being said on fchat. Many of which were proven untrue. I am glad we can shed some light on this one. Especially with this pic.
     
  24. MS250

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    #24 MS250, Apr 27, 2009
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    All i want to know is...was he Chief Mechanical and Technical Engineer ? Yes, or No.....this is what the claim was of this person.

    Pics above by Daniel is not what im questioning.....its a pretty big claim to say you are Chief Mechanical and Technical Engineer.


    Why are you guys acting like this ? cant ask a quesiton...




    PS....im a 2 time owner of a lemans car



















    Pontiac "le mans" ;) See where i was going with this Daniel :)

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  25. Bones2U

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    #25 Bones2U, Apr 27, 2009
    Vasco the reason I got upset was that it felt like the attack was personal. I think that everyone is missing the bigger picture here. We have access to a great resource now and this should be exploited. I am sure that Steve would love for you to drop by and say hello.
     
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