I REALLY don't want to offend anyone or their car... silver is the most popular color for cars now, so that might have something to do with the car I was looking at. I'm thinking that tdf with a "light" interior, modular wheels and shields would achieve the look I'm going for. again I'm a real believer in "to each, his own" so I'm NOT criticizing anyone's car choice. I forgot to add I was impressed with the driving position and visibility. outstanding. My 575 I bought a few years ago was my first Ferrari. I had to have Rosso Corsa with beige leather. I love the look of TDF blue with beige.Its a classy look. If this is your first Ferrari I would not compromise. Get the color combo you want! dont be persuaded by price
Thanks George. I been a Ferrari Aficionado for years. Since I was 16 actually. I worked hard to acheive my goal of owning a Ferrari. Its a feeling of success. I know others also work hard so dont settle. Get what you want!
has anyone seen this color in person? if so, are the pictures accurate? 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello Base Washington DC VA | Silver Spring MD Arlington Rockville MD Virginia ZFFBV55A220128107
That's Azzuro California, which is quite beautiful. There's a 360 thread with one going right now. I'd be more concerned about the racing seats. They have a less than stellar reputation for comfort. If you happen to be the right size to fit in them, great, but if not they can be torture. That combo also won't resell very quickly, so insist on a good deal or walk. Cheers, George
I own an Azzuro California 550, but with a darker tan (cuoio) interior. The color sold me on the car. I love it. And it is subtle. Ditto the comments on those sports seats. I believe they also came in different sizes, so you must try before you buy. Looks like a direct flight to Dulles is in order! That dealer is minutes from the airport.
That car was owned by a guy on FLife who was trying to sell it for awhile. Might want to PM him for more info.
i really like the exterior color a lot but the interior not so much. i would definitely consider silver depending on the interior color. this is a nice candidate but no shields: 2005 Used Ferrari 575 Maranello F1 HGTC at CNC Motors Inc. Serving Ontario, CA, IID 9888896 thanks for all the responses, it makes me look at this from various perspectives.
Shields can always be added, with thinner than stock shields giving the same effect as the thicker factory shields embedded in the fender stamping. I wouldn't pass on a car for that reason.
Lex- Do you know what an HGTC 575M is? There are many Maranellos without shields and varied opinions on whether a Maranello needs them. Some love them, some do not like them, and many, like me, are ambivalent about them. Certainly would not affect my decision to buy a car, and HGTC is way more important than shields.
"The HGTC kit enhances the racing performance of the vehicle and includes: carbo-ceramic brake discs, racing brake pads, special brake calipers, 19 multi piece wheel rims, lower and more rigid vehicle set-up, racing calibration for the power steering. In addition, the HGTC kit can be enriched with the racing-type exhaust, which provides a strong sports-style sound. The vehicle set-up has been lowered in order to enhance the racing features of the vehicle as far as possible, for use on the track. The HGTC kit may come in the following configurations: - CCM: Carbon braking system - Caliper colour option (red, black, yellow, silver, rosso scuderia), Wheel rims: 19 front and 19 rear (if not fitted), Instrument panel with carbon display (RHD, USA, LHD), Handling Kit (if not present) - CCM + EXHAUST: As above, plus racing-type exhaust See Technical Information Bulletins No. 1279, 1280, 1281, 1282, 1283, and Info SR R05006 for further information on the vehicle second equipment, MY and market." from ferrari's website. apparently this was a $25k premium when new over the base car. how much of a premium does it add to a used car? any suggestions or observations?
$10-20K, helped by the fact they are all 05 MY in the US and have all the latest upgrades. There are a couple of good HGTC threads that include what parts the package includes. Just do a search. The quote you posted above is for HGTC retrograde kits and different from those 575Ms with the factory HGTC option, since many parts in the factory option package are not included in the kits. There were several different HGTC retrograde kits with varying levels of equipment, with prices around $35K on some of them.
No, none. There were only 50-100 HGTC 575Ms built out of 2064 total. They, along with the drop tops, will be the collector versions of the Maranello in the future.
Personally, I do not see any reason besides cost. The HGTC was a quite rare option and we assume that there are not more than about 100 HGTC worldwide. I had a standard 575M and now have a 575M HGTC. Quite a difference and I think I could not go back to a 575M without HGTC. If you are there you do not want to go back. See here for my thoughts after I bought my car: http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/141369648-post123.html Below is a pic of the HGTC booklet that came with the car. Image Unavailable, Please Login
I was thinking about possible drawbacks of the HGTC package again: The exhaust is significantly louder than the stock exhaust. The wife and the neighbors will hear you a mile away when you are returning. Also inside the car you hear the exhaust better. On longer trips this may be a bit annoying. Personally, I love the HGTC exhaust much over the stock exhaust but if you prefer a quiet car this is the wrong exhaust for you. Also the ride is a bit firmer which I also prefer over the stock 575M but if you prefer a softer ride, the HGTC package may be the wrong one for you. Last but not least to the CCM brakes: They should last a life long. If not, they are really expensive to replace. The disks for one axle are about 8K to replace. Markus
Before you put expensive shields on a car, I recommend you buy some cheap flexible magnetic shields of the same size...... Ferrari 4" Magnetic Emblems Shields Kit 308 328 348 355 | eBay ....stick them on and see if you really like the look. I tried that and decided it detracted from my car's lines. I ended up not putting the metal shields on.
wow... you guys are great. I value your input. so would the fair market value of the car above be ~$110k ish? I really like that interior. the dealer also states that they will do a major service on the car.
A major by an authorized Ferrari dealer is probably worth around $8000, I'm guessing, but I'd ask 575 owners and wrenches to jump in on this estimate with their own.
My 2 cents. If we are talking this car at CNC, FS: CNC Motors 2005 575M HGTC Package Think the service has been done. Believe this dealer has a good reputation here on the forum and that this car was previously owned by an Fchatter who commented that it is a very nice car. If the color combinations appeals to you my recommendation would be to make a deal. The HGTC cars are available here in the states very seldom and from my perspective, it was a rookie mistake not to grab one when available during my search. With the service completed I'd say car was worth $120k. It will always hold a premium over the other cars and as Taz says, will be one of the more collectible Maranello's. Titanium color suits the Maranello's very well too. Bill FL
you are correct. I called the dealer and the service was done in January so they've had the car at least 5 months. I'm used to walking into a dealership, giving them a check and driving away. I'm new to remote purchases. with the recent service is a ppi still warranted?
Depends on who did it and whether you trust them. Get a copy of the service invoice. If it's detailed with all of the parts listed, you can tell what was replaced. If it simply says, "major service completed" and a lump sum total due, you have no idea what was done and what was not. Yes, I have seen such invoices presented in service records.
456lex, at least this purchase decision is in your same state. I agree with Dave's comment above, see what's on the paperwork and decide from there. If any doubt at all, do a PPI. Buying a HGTC complicates the purchase further only if you are intent on purchasing one. With a regular Maranello there will be another nice one within months, another HGTC may take years. I passed on several over the course of years for reasons now I wish were overlooked and dealt with afterwards. If you decide the HGTC is for you, there may be a need for more flexibility. If at a possible, drive or fly down and look it over. Seeing it and driving it will make a difference. Bill FL
