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frostie · 19 May 2008, 03:09 PM

The new Ferrari California GT based on the 612 Scaglietti

Gedanken · 19 May 2008, 05:00 PM

Hey, that looks great. Makes me want to buy a Honda S2000.

JJ Irani · 19 May 2008, 05:14 PM

WHOA!! What's the price tag on that baby?

Attila · 19 May 2008, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Gedanken

Hey, that looks great. Makes me want to buy a Honda S2000.

So true!

Brandonsan · 19 May 2008, 10:38 PM

I like it but the 430 is still my favorite F car.

The Dude · 19 May 2008, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Gedanken

Hey, that looks great. Makes me want to buy a Honda S2000.

Not me both cars are too small for me however, that Ferrari looks like a better head machine than the S2000 would be at my age... If I was 19 to 25 years of age, yea, an S2000 would be a fantastic little car and perfect! Right now, at my age with the belly I have... I would simply look ridiculous in either the Ferrari or the S2000, a little like dressing like a 20 year old.

Gedanken · 19 May 2008, 11:20 PM

Interestingly enough, Patrick, according to the press release, the California is meant as a F430 alternative for more, uh, mature buyers. Go figure.

Terry Newton · 20 May 2008, 12:16 AM

Probably way out of my league but looks nice anyway.

Terry Newton

Brandonsan · 20 May 2008, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Gedanken

Interestingly enough, Patrick, according to the press release, the California is meant as a F430 alternative for more, uh, mature buyers. Go figure.

Well consider me immature...

frostie · 20 May 2008, 01:29 AM

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Originally Posted by JJ Irani

WHOA!! What's the price tag on that baby?

Not announced yet

The only things that they announced are engine specifications

DSJ · 20 May 2008, 01:39 AM

Nice, but I would MUCH prefer an original 250 California!

The Dude · 20 May 2008, 02:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Gedanken

Interestingly enough, Patrick, according to the press release, the California is meant as a F430 alternative for more, uh, mature buyers. Go figure.

Didn't read the press release, I am sure all Ferrari are meant for a more mature audience compared to Honda sports car, this said - I used to loved the Prelude and I am sorry they did not continue that line ... Just for the way I look some things are no longer suitable, trust me when I say I am no Clark Gable

I wouldn't feel comfortable in either car, the Ferrari or the S2000 but wouldn't mind owning either cause I am sure they are truly fun cars to drive just that I would look terribly hilarious in either car

Brandonsan · 20 May 2008, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by DSJ

Nice, but I would MUCH prefer an original 250 California!

That would be nice but if you can afford one of those you could have a full collection of Ferraris

DSJ · 20 May 2008, 02:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Brandonsan

That would be nice but if you can afford one of those you could have a full collection of Ferraris

I know, we had a family friend who flipped his years ago and used the proceeds to buy a nice piece of real property and jump start his auto collection which now includes Packards, another Ferrari, and LOTS of other great marques!

buz-lh · 20 May 2008, 05:54 AM

For me, the ultimate Ferrari is the 365 "Daytona". Last of the front engine/rear wheel drive monsters until recently.

DSJ · 20 May 2008, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by buz-lh

For me, the ultimate Ferrari is the 365 "Daytona". Last of the front engine/rear wheel drive monsters until recently.

Part of me loves the 365 GTB/GTS, but for ME, the ultimate Ferrari that may eventually be in reach is the more recent 550 Maranello. Not that I would turn down ANY Ferrari, mind you!

Gedanken · 20 May 2008, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by The Dude

Didn't read the press release, I am sure all Ferrari are meant for a more mature audience compared to Honda sports car, this said - I used to loved the Prelude and I am sorry they did not continue that line ... Just for the way I look some things are no longer suitable, trust me when I say I am no Clark Gable

I wouldn't feel comfortable in either car, the Ferrari or the S2000 but wouldn't mind owning either cause I am sure they are truly fun cars to drive just that I would look terribly hilarious in either car

May I suggest perhaps a Jag XJR? In British Racing Green, of course.

Gedanken · 20 May 2008, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by DSJ

Nice, but I would MUCH prefer an original 250 California!

Funny you should mention that - I do believe that James Coburn's '61 California sold yesterday for US$11 million.

HoustonRider · 21 May 2008, 02:43 AM

I have been reading its more of an "entry level" Ferrari based on the Maserati frame/unibody with Ferrari running gear. Its anticipated to MSRP about $150-$160k. Purists are not considering it a "true Ferrari" because it is not being mfgrd in Italy.

KJacques · 21 May 2008, 02:50 AM

I've always liked the Daytona Ferrari even if it was a little difficult to drive. Very muscular car that had an interesting steering that I was always ambivalent about. The sounds it made more than made up for it and I always wanted to drive a convertible for that reason alone. Personally, I prefer the Boxer from the mid-70s because of the handling was so superb.

A pic of a 550 which is another favorite, and the last front engined design I've driven. Very nice handling with a big GT car feel. I like it because it's not quite as obvious on the road as say a red 430. But since I haven't driven one yet, I might just fall for its outrageousness.

DSJ · 21 May 2008, 03:05 AM

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Originally Posted by KJacques

I've always liked the Daytona Ferrari even if it was a little difficult to drive. Very muscular car that had an interesting steering that I was always ambivalent about. The sounds it made more than made up for it and I always wanted to drive a convertible for that reason alone. Personally, I prefer the Boxer from the mid-70s because of the handling was so superb.

A pic of a 550 which is another favorite, and the last front engined design I've driven. Very nice handling with a big GT car feel. I like it because it's not quite as obvious on the road as say a red 430. But since I haven't driven one yet, I might just fall for its outrageousness.

Nice pic. The other thing about the 550 over the mid engines (i.e. Testarossa, 360 - only one's I have personal experience with) is that I can FIT in them. Being 6'3" limits my ability to comfortably fit in a lot of supercars. I agree with you about the Daytona sound at speed, amazing. It's steering is like a truck at USA speeds, but over 90mph, it's appreciated!

Welshwatchman · 21 May 2008, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by DSJ

Nice, but I would MUCH prefer an original 250 California!

Now that is a car I could drive and love.

DSJ · 21 May 2008, 03:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Welshwatchman

Now that is a car I could drive and love.

Yummy!

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KJacques "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: USA Watch: the skies Posts: 1,250	I've always liked the Daytona Ferrari even if it was a little difficult to drive. Very muscular car that had an interesting steering that I was always ambivalent about. The sounds it made more than made up for it and I always wanted to drive a convertible for that reason alone. Personally, I prefer the Boxer from the mid-70s because of the handling was so superb. A pic of a 550 which is another favorite, and the last front engined design I've driven. Very nice handling with a big GT car feel. I like it because it's not quite as obvious on the road as say a red 430. But since I haven't driven one yet, I might just fall for its outrageousness.

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