thanks for all the compliments Garretto, no I didn't take any pics in the showroom (the ones of my FF were taken by the salesman), they do have a red and a stunning blue LF in the showroom, amongst lots of other high end Ferrari's that I fancy but can't afford !
Will never forget any of my many dogs that passed away. Cappuccino was the last. Miss him... Have a new fantastic lovely dog: Gasparzinho. He loves my Ferrari but if its a long trip he gets sea sick. Image Unavailable, Please Login
Oh Fritz, so very happy for you -- and for him, to have such a loving companion as you! when did he come into your home and - how old?
Thank you for your thread once again. It has been a pleasure to read it again and to see your new FF... and your new pup. Here is my dog... Enjoy your new FF and thank you again for sharing... Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
I think it's a lovely story. I was devastated by the death of my 10 years long companion. The only good thing was that in the first two months I almost stopped eating and went from 97kg to 82kg. The weight I had at 20 years old. My girl friend wanted me to have another dog and finally, after almost 3 months I saw in the internet that there was an abandoned dog in the south of Portugal (200 miles from Cascais). In the photo he looked a little bit like my gone maltese Cappuccino. Called the indicated phone number and the lady told me he was left attached to a pole 3 months ago. Told her next morning I would be there to get the dog. Drove the FF with a friend and there was my dog. He was razed with quite a few scars and dirty. We couldn't get near him that he tried to bite us. The lady put him in the back of the FF (both rear seats down) and we drove back. His name is Gaspar and he stayed as far back in the car as possible. If we tried to touch him he attacked. Roads in Portugal are the best all over the country. Then something happened. I was driving rather fast when a truck drove to the middle of the road and I had to brake. Gaspar was thrown from the back and when he was almost crashing to the Ferrari's dashboard I pushed him to my friends lap. Afraid he started caressing and singing to Gaspar. Miracle!!! We drove straight to the vet where he took a bath and all the things the vet wanted to do. Was told he is about 8 years old and half westy half maltese. Now after almost 2 years he became one of the nicest and most beautiful dog I ever had. His fur grew beautifully and he is admired wherever we go. We are both very grateful and love, no, we adore each other. Sorry for the long story. Image Unavailable, Please Login
Great story. We should start a thread on dogs in FFs, if there isn't one already. The main reason I bought my FF was to accommodate my girlfriend, my 8-year-old son and our 6-month-old Australian Shepherd on weekends away with luggage for us all, including skis and equipment. There's no other car in the world that manages that tall order with even half as much grace, style, poise and, whenever you want it, power. I'm thrilled with my FF. I've yet to pack the skis for a trip, but I'm looking forward to winter and spring has barely got going! The best news of all, though, is that our pup is a great passenger. He'll get used to spirited cornering...
Yes, we should start a thread on dogs in general. I bet that most of us have and love our dogs... Image Unavailable, Please Login
Sr. d'Orey, I hope all is well with you, your dog, and your cars. Haven't heard much from you lately, but I appreciate your posts. Best regards, Jerry
Boy, am I happy with my life... Am 78 years old, have 5 children, 20 Ferraris since my first in 1957 (now a FF and a 458 Spider), raced at the glorious 50's: Here is me in 1959 F1 GP of England: Image Unavailable, Please Login
great to hear, Fritz! after your last message to me, I've tried emailing, PM'ing and texting you. Let me now how things are going. Mike Z
Sorry, Mike. Last year was the worst of my life. Bladder cancer since march. Two surgeries, weeks in hospital, 12 chimios and last week the doctor said: cured for the time being. Had lots of time to think about my life and how happy my past was. Friday will will know if everything in my body is ok. Enjoying very much Portugal, mainly Cascais. And how are you and your family? Abraço Fritz
Sorry to hear of your troubles last year. I hope they are behind you and 2017 brings new adventures and happy moments. Are you going to upgrade to the new Lusso? Please keep sharing your adventures in your Ferrari's and the memories of your racing. It is great reading and I enjoy the stories
Meu caro Fritz, Fico muito feliz com essa notícia e desejo-lhe desde já continuação de felicidades, de boa recuperação e de muitos anos de vida! O ano passado foi também, muito provavelmente, o pior da minha vida por diversos factores. O meu pai enfrentou e enfrenta um problema de saúde semelhante ao seu. No caso dele, ainda estamos na luta, um dia de cada vez Espero que se encontre bem e que o ano de 2017 lhe renove as forças, a esperança e a sua alegria de viver contagiante. Espero que continue a desfrutar da sua vida, dos seus Ferrari, da sua família e da magnífica vila de Cascais (ainda na semana passada estive a jantar aí com a minha namorada, sua conterrânea). Um abraço com sincera estima e amizade, Nuno.
I am happy and relieved to hear all seems good now! I don't know if you got my messages... if there is ever anything I can help with / answer questions, don't hesitate to contact me. My family is doing very well! My oldest is going to college in 6 months! She was accepted into her first choice of schools... so good for her! we love Texas! Great driving roads, and can drive my car year around! (unlike Chicago!) You are a wonderful person, Fritz.... all the best! Stay well!!
Wow what a thread! Such a gentleman (and all of you fine Fchatters as well) Fritz first and foremost, glad you are okay right now. Thank you for all of the stories, insight, pictures etc etc etc From one track guy/racer to another , I'm glad to see your passion still burning strong and as well for the FF. I'm only 31 however have done a lot with track/supercars in my life since 17, while I was always about the track car/setup first I now truly enjoy and understand the brilliance of these modern marvels, being comfortable in luxury with still being able to turn the settings to monster mode for all of the frills. It's truly enjoyable, more of the time! Few things As for oversteer, my car with esc off I have no problem with inducing oversteer, anytime I want it. While my tires aren't the freshest st the moment (plant throttle in first spins through first) even a year ago I was able to get the back end out when I wanted it too... just takes some real early/heavy throttle to overcome the rear While not a track car (I agree) at fiorano it was still as fast as the 599 gto which is a fine track car. So while it doesn't have the precision and feel of a lightweight track weapon it surely still can get around a road course in respectable time/quickness! Lastly, do you notice any difference between your 12 early model ff and your new one? Be well to you and everyone else Look forward to reading more Martin
Great picture ! Glad to hear you are on the mend, and thanks for sharing your experiences with everyone here on fchat. Um abraćo ( oh how I miss my walk along the beach from hotel in estoril to cascais ).
Hi Martin, To tell the truth got the new FF 2015 only because it had the panoramic and the Apple thing. Still have my 2012 FF (klms. 24k) and both wonderfully similar. For me it's the best car in the world. Tomorrow there is a track day at Estoril autodrome and will have some fun with the new FF. Best regards Fritz
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