Question from first time Ferrari buyer looking at a 2011 458 Italia

I'm currently in the market for a 458 Italia and I found a 2011 that is pretty much exactly how I would want mine to be from a cosmetic standpoint. Typically I buy my cars from private sellers so I can cut out the "middle man" and negotiate the best deal possible but this car happens to be at a dealership. The car is "fully loaded" with a window sticker of around $330k per the dealership which they say is one of the highest MSRP 458's they've had. It is white with the factory black roof, black mirrors, black rocker panel, etc. The car has 9,000 miles. Here is the options list the dealership printed out for me.

AFS System
Alcantara Boot Carpet
Door Armrest in Alcantara
Two Tone Body Painting
Aluminum Brake Calipers
Carbon Fiber Driver Zone - LED's
Carbon Fiber Lower Cabin Zone
Carbon Fiber Dashboard Inserts
Suspension Lifter
Ipod Connection
Scuderia Ferrari Shields
Diamond Stitching Seats
Full Optional Mirrors
Radio Navigation System with Bluetooth
Reverse Parking Camera
Front and Rear Parking Sensors
Sport Sill Cover
20" Forged Black Painted Rims
White Rev Counter
Full Electric Seats
Diamond Pattern Headliner
Rear Shelf Leather Upholstered
High Power HIFI System
Upper Part Alcantara
Michelin Tires

What should the "right price" for me as a buyer be on this car? I don't usually keep cars very long so I will likely have it for 6-12 months and then sell it before the replacement comes out. I just want to have some fun with it and enjoy it for a little without taking a big hit on the resale and I'm a bit worried being that is has 9,000 miles on it now and I will be driving it daily. It seems higher mileage really hurts these cars value, more so than other exotics. I just want to make sure I buy it at the right number. What is your guys opinions on both the car and where the price should be?

I've attached a picture so you can see the actual car. I'm in love with the look of it and it's exactly what I want but I need to buy smart and not just with my heart if you know what I mean. Thank you in advance and I hope to be an owner sooner than later!
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Thanks for the quick feedback guys I appreciate it. As I expected since the car is with a dealer they want too much for it compared to your opinions. I also didn't think the 458 replacement would be on the road that quickly so I didn't think that would have much impact on the resale value. Especially since the buyer looking at 2011 458's in the $200k range is typically not the same buyer looking at brand new cars in the $300k+ range. Thanks for the insight and help, maybe I should just wait.

 

What would you consider relatively cheap just so I have a clear understanding of the price point you are referring to? Also I thought I remember hearing or reading there were some significant improvements after 2010 since that was the first model year if I'm not mistaken?

 

Good to know. For some reason I thought there was a difference between the 2010 and 2011 model as well.

 

Thanks for your input. They are asking $239k for the car but obviously that is just a starting price and it can be bought for less. I'm just trying to figure out at what price would it be a great deal for me that I shouldn't pass up on should I be able to get them down to that number.

 

Yes I understand I've had a Lamborghini and currently have a Bentley so I'm used to the exotic car market I'm just new to Ferrari so I'm learning and soaking up as much knowledge as possible so I can make the smartest financial decision possible. I appreciate your guys help. I don't think getting the car in the $225-230k range is very difficult but I'm just concerned others are saying $210-215k is just a "decent deal" on the car. That's quite a significant difference. I can also say I've never lost 10-15% on any exotic car in the past. Maybe I'm just lucky or maybe I just buy them at the right prices so I don't take that depreciation hit, I don't know.

 

I love it but unfortunately that's not all that matters. The price and the right deal matters more than anything else to me. It's good to know that a car with $100k more in options than another car isn't worth more money. I wouldn't have thought that. It appears Ferrari is different than other exotics in terms of resale and value and they are also more drastically affected by mileage than other brands as well, at least from my experience. I sold my Lamborghini with 28k miles and that wasn't an issue. It sounds like 10k miles on a Ferrari is considered very high and scares buyers away.

 

Looked at the MP4 but I just like the styling of the 458 more. Don't want the Huracan since I just sold my Lamborghini and I'm wanting to try a different experience plus it's out of my budget since it's brand new. I'm torn on what to do now. Try and buy this car at the right price even though it has 9k miles and I intend to drive it often? Look for another one with lower miles? Wait until the replacement comes out and the prices drop? Ahhhhhh decisions, decisions!

 

There is a 0% chance I would take a $50k hit in 12 months, LOL.

I've never taken more than a $5k hit on any exotic I've owned to date.

 

Thanks for the feedback, it helps.