Ferrari California

[Skyman]

Anyone had one? T version from 14/15 onwards.

[TaketheCannoli]

I expect you’ll be inundated with replies.

[Parabola]

I expect you’ll be inundated with replies.

Indeed; I for one have a couple for banger racing

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[seadog1408]

Got one in the back yard as a chicken coop.

[alfat33]

I keep one as a donor car in case I need any spares for the FFX.

[luckyhands]

Anyone had one? T version from 14/15 onwards.

my friends dad has one. What specifically were you wanting to know?

[scottbombedout]

Anyone had one? T version from 14/15 onwards.

No, but wow, (look at me! look at me!!) you must be dead rich.

[Onelasttime]

Have you tried asking Mumsnet?

[Chalet]

With your £1.3m CETV why not try one out and let us know?

Actually, don’t bother.

[Seiko7A38]

Anyone had one? T version from 14/15 onwards.

Try asking here: https://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/fo...portofino.140/

[-Ally-]

Go hard or go home.

[Jdh1]

Why, are you selling some dust caps for one?

[Morning Wood]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOlbOZ9w84I

Bellend.

[Cynar]

What a sad individual you are.

[Mr.D]

Have you considered an MX5?

[Omegamanic]

Mate has one, it replaced his Bentley GTC - he really likes it and it seems up to almost daily use in summer. I haven’t asked about running costs though.

[Franky Four Fingers]

Mate has one, it replaced his Bentley GTC - he really likes it and it seems up to almost daily use in summer. I haven’t asked about running costs though.

Serious question... do people that own something like this even consider running costs?

[tiny73]

My maid has one. It’s a company car. She tolerates it.

[Skyman]

Serious question... do people that own something like this even consider running costs?

They do. Well, I do. However, given that a seven year service package is included, as is a (minimum) 2 year warranty, and with insurance at £750 pa - what is to worry about? Minimal depreciation if you choose the right car.

[raptor]

I had some bluetooth issues on the hands free. Had to let it go

[Omegamanic]

Serious question... do people that own something like this even consider running costs?

Im sure a lot do. My mate isn’t a millionaire, he just really like his cars. I’m fairly sure if the running costs were astronomical he would be running a different expensive car.

I think the California could be a good future buy in Ferrari terms. The newer cars with long service included must surely affect the used prices of the slightly older models though?

[JasonM]

They do. Well, I do. However, given that a seven year service package is included, as is a (minimum) 2 year warranty, and with insurance at £750 pa - what is to worry about? Minimal depreciation if you choose the right car.

I would guess it’s the non warranty items that would make the eyes water, tyres, clutches, brakes.

[Skyman]

I would guess it’s the non warranty items that would make the eyes water, tyres, clutches, brakes.

Indeed, but for 12/24 months of very low mileage use, in what would be a franchise supplied car, there would be minimal wear and tear.

[ryanb741]

How is insurance for that £750 a year? Yes have a diesel Audi A6 and I’m paying £1,500 a year insurance!


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[Omegamanic]

How is insurance for that £750 a year? Yes have a diesel Audi A6 and I’m paying £1,500 a year insurance!


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You are paying what??? I pay just over £200 for a Boxster S, quoted £470 for a 911 Turbo and £850 for an i8 BMW.

[JasonM]

Are you 17 years old Ryan? 😁

[alexaff]

http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.ph...ari+California

[adrianw]

Anyone had one? T version from 14/15 onwards.

Friend had a Ferrari loaner for a few days, it's a very good car, makes a great noise, gearbox is easy to live with, didn't bite back, comfortable with the roof down, looked great in white. Only real concern being a front engined Ferrari was how far the value would fall.

[-Ally-]

You wrote previously;

Why are you after the cheap, unwanted runt of the range?

[Qatar-wol]

...but for 12/24 months of very low mileage use...

Meh, then what's the point?

Also, "Minimal depreciation if you choose the right car." Sure.



Also, hey, OP, I drew you a graph. (based on rough averages of the first few cars to come up for each year on Autotrader UK).

At what point are you thinking of getting on and off this £10k a year slide?

[adrianw]

10k a year is better than most BMWs

[mk1974]

How is insurance for that £750 a year? Yes have a diesel Audi A6 and I’m paying £1,500 a year insurance!


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Ouch that’s high


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[sestrel]

How is insurance for that £750 a year? Yes have a diesel Audi A6 and I’m paying £1,500 a year insurance!


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Imagine it’s because your relatively young, and hes old

[Saint-Just]

That’s because Mrs Ryanb is a nominated driver

[VDG]

You are paying what??? I pay just over £200 for a Boxster S, quoted £470 for a 911 Turbo and £850 for an i8 BMW.

Wow, like for like that is x4, x5 that in central Londinium

[Dave O'Sullivan]

I would guess it’s the non warranty items that would make the eyes water, tyres, clutches, brakes.

Tyres aren't too bad to be honest. Last set we fitted were around £250 a pop if memory serves.
Obviously, not cheap but you could stand a £500 tyre bill every now and then I'd guess.

[Skyman]

Meh, then what's the point?

Also, "Minimal depreciation if you choose the right car." Sure.

Because I can is the answer to your first question. And yes, £10k pa on a £150k car is acceptable imho. Thanks for the insight though.👍

[pastrana72]

California,

Have you driven one yet? Before you decide drive a 458 as well.

Good luck with whatever you decide.

Not a owner but a enthusiast.

[ryanb741]

Imagine it’s because your relatively young, and hes old

I wish! I'm 40

[Skyman]

California,

Have you driven one yet? Before you decide drive a 458 as well.

Good luck with whatever you decide.

Not a owner but a enthusiast.

Thanks. I am trying to shortlist cars for my next trip to the U.K. with a view to trying/buying then. I am not looking to get into an out-and-out sports car, rather a fast GT convertible. Hence the 458, which in any event is a tad pricey in Spider form, misses the target as does a McLaren. Other possibilities are a 991.2 Targa GTS4 (too safe), AMG GT Roadster (too brash), AM V12 Vanquish (a bit lardy). Not sure what else.

[adrianw]

California,

Have you driven one yet? Before you decide drive a 458 as well.

Good luck with whatever you decide.

Not a owner but a enthusiast.

Other than the Ferrari badge they have little in common, completely different cars, and I have driven both, the California would be much easier to live with, assuming it's not a toy.

[Skyman]

Imagine it’s because your relatively young, and hes old

54, so not quite at death’s door.😜

[adrianw]

Thanks. I am trying to shortlist cars for my next trip to the U.K. with a view to trying/buying then. I am not looking to get into an out-and-out sports car, rather a fast GT convertible. Hence the 458, which in any event is a tad pricey in Spider form, misses the target as does a McLaren. Other possibilities are a 991.2 Targa GTS4 (too safe), AMG GT Roadster (too brash), AM V12 Vanquish (a bit lardy). Not sure what else.

If you can, try a maclaren 650 or 720s, they are both better than the current Ferrari offerings but the 720 moves the game on, the clever suspension is something to experience, I'd say all of the other manufacturers are now playing catch up and you could use it every day if you wanted to.

[hilly10]

Theres one for sale here

https://www.rsjsportscars.co.uk/pors...ornia-4-3-nkj/

[Morning Wood]

Thanks. I am trying to shortlist cars for my next trip to the U.K. with a view to trying/buying then. I am not looking to get into an out-and-out sports car, rather a fast GT convertible. Hence the 458, which in any event is a tad pricey in Spider form, misses the target as does a McLaren. Other possibilities are a 991.2 Targa GTS4 (too safe), AMG GT Roadster (too brash), AM V12 Vanquish (a bit lardy). Not sure what else.

So good to hear that you are coming back, I'll phone Heathrow and ask them to widen the arrivals gate to allow your head to pass though.

[Skyman]

Theres one for sale here

https://www.rsjsportscars.co.uk/pors...ornia-4-3-nkj/

Thanks. A bit older than I am thinking. 2014/15 onwards for a T version, with service package, is my preference.

[adrianw]

Theres one for sale here

https://www.rsjsportscars.co.uk/pors...ornia-4-3-nkj/

Way overpriced for a non turbo

[learningtofly]

Theres one for sale here

https://www.rsjsportscars.co.uk/pors...ornia-4-3-nkj/

That's a nice colour. I might snag it as a runaround.

[Skyman]

If you can, try a maclaren 650 or 720s, they are both better than the current Ferrari offerings but the 720 moves the game on, the clever suspension is something to experience, I'd say all of the other manufacturers are now playing catch up and you could use it every day if you wanted to.

Did you say 650? This is rather nice, and local to me.
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[hilly10]

The 720 is getting a lot of rave reviews since Top Gear a couple of weeks ago. A real everyday useable Supercar