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#12 of 41 Re: I love most Ferrari's [clarencehollow] by andys120 Sep 29, 2005 (1:26 pm)
Replying to: clarencehollow (Sep 29, 2005 10:27 am) Exclusivity is alright in my books!   That leads us to the question of whether Ferrari should make a new Dino,a less exclusive and more affordable Ferrari. Personally I'm in favor, though I doubt they could recapture the voluptuous curves and sporty demeanor of the 246GT/GTS.
#13 of 41 Re: I love most Ferrari's [clarencehollow] by andys120 Sep 29, 2005 (1:27 pm)
Replying to: clarencehollow (Sep 29, 2005 10:27 am) Exclusivity is alright in my books!   That leads us to the question of whether Ferrari should make a new Dino,a less exclusive and more affordable Ferrari. Personally I'm in favor, though I doubt they could recapture the voluptuous curves and sporty demeanor of the 246GT/GTS.
#14 of 41 Re: [andys120] by wrinklemash Sep 30, 2005 (12:15 am)
Replying to: andys120 (Sep 24, 2005 5:20 am) Actually, the Enzo doesn't fill that niche in the current lineup. It hasn't been produced since the 2003 model year for the U.S.A. I do see the point that the new 600 fills the lineup slot that was held by the Testarossa series and subsequent 575. I also agree that the front engine layout does solve several practical problems but I think the exterior packaging Ferrari has used for these recent designs has been less than appealling.   The 575 is an attractive car that has the styling cues I personally associate with a Ferrari. The 456 less so, and I think the 612 is just - well its ugly. The 430 looks like a Ferrari. This is not to say that a front engine Ferrari cannot be beautiful - the 275 GTB/4 and Daytona are fantastic designs. I personally like the 365 too. However, of all Ferrari's designs, I think the straked sides and rear engine layout of the Testarossa series is simply more pronounced and recognizable as a model than some of the other designs. The F40, F50, and Enzo are also pronounced but over the top as well. "Halo cars."   My opinion might also be a factor of my age. I'm 33 and Testarossa posters decorated my bedroom walls in 1987. It was the "if money was no object" dream car of the mid to late 1980s. As far as how they have faired in terms of value in the marketplace, a 512TR might just be one hell of a deal right now. As my generation continues to mature and grows in economic stature it will demand collectibles associated with its adolescence. This is a common and cyclical phenomenon in the collectibles market. Of course, Ferrari's can be highly collectible - especially the best ones of an era. The Testarossa series was by far and away the best of its era.   Back to the discussion of the 600. When I look at those spy shots, they must have tried to camouflage it as a Corvette. The proportions are just so close. For Ferrari's sake, I sure hope it is a good optical illusion.
#15 of 41 Heaven for TR Fans by andys120 Sep 30, 2005 (8:56 am)
While I don't share your enthusiasm for the TRs, I do understand it. Here's a nice shot from this year's Concorso Italiano in Monterey CA=>   http://www.barchetta.cc/All.Ferraris/images/1809/05monterey-j-1125.jpg
#16 of 41 What to buy ... hmmm ... decisions by clarencehollow Sep 30, 2005 (9:33 am)
You know wrinklemash has a good point. It ultimately comes down to personal taste and your budget could dictate many things, however to illucidate the point he made, there are some pretty good buys on the Testarossa. I have seen them in the $50K range, but it would be a hard decision since I have spotted some equally good buys on the Countach ...   A new Dino? Nice thought, but price point would never be under $100,000 I think. It's still a high ticket car price whether it's a Shelby, Viper or NSX, a 100 G's is a lot to spend on a set of wheels. But I don't know if I want Ferrari's mass produced. Last time I checked, I think there were like 55,000 Ferrari's in the world.   600 still looks rather mean and potent to me. I forgot to add that I think the absolute coolest Ferrari ever is definately the F-50. Replies to this message: andys120 (Oct 01, 2005 11:25 am)
#17 of 41 Re: What to buy ... hmmm ... decisions [clarencehollow] by andys120 Oct 01, 2005 (11:25 am)
Replying to: clarencehollow (Sep 30, 2005 9:33 am) I forgot to add that I think the absolute coolest Ferrari ever is definately the F-50.   Well if you want to talk about coolest Ferrari ever, IMO it's the blue car (#7) in this painting=>   Stirling Moss won the 1960 Goodwood Tourist Trophy race in Rob Walker's Ferrari 250GT SWB. After lapping the field twice Moss decided he could relax a little bit and finished the race listening to the car radio.   How cool is that?
#18 of 41 This is a tough forum by clarencehollow Oct 01, 2005 (11:53 am)
I am getting myself in trouble... I guess we or I could say if catagorized the 1960 250GT SWB definately is "the coolerst" Ferrari at that time, and still is in proper context soley as a car. You are correct sir, and will get no argument from me.   Grand Prix Legends has an autographed Sterling Moss print of the winning car! Replies to this message: wrinklemash (Oct 01, 2005 11:50 pm)
#19 of 41 Re: This is a tough forum [clarencehollow] by wrinklemash Oct 01, 2005 (11:50 pm)
Replying to: clarencehollow (Oct 01, 2005 11:53 am) I am getting myself in trouble... clarencehollow   Na! Your not in trouble and it isn't that tough. The great thing about Ferrari's and their heritage is that there is something for virtually anyone. There are so many great cars you can make an argument for as the best.   Incidently, I did some research on the prices of the Testarossa on the FerrariUSA website and edmunds. A Testarossa ranges from $40K to $75K, a 512TR is $95K to $110K, and the F512 M is a stout $160K. Each successive model year was (in general) produced in smaller numbers. The 512TR is more scarce than the Testarossa, and the F512 M is very rare. I think I read that only 75 were built for one year. So yes, depending on your price point, this particular dream car is within reach for many buyers/collectors.   Also, the 600 does look athletic.......like a Corvette. I hope that's just the camouflage.
#20 of 41 Here's a sketch of the 600..... by andys120 Oct 03, 2005 (10:36 am)
similar to the one I saw in a magazine (sorry can't recall which one.)=>
#21 of 41 TRs by tsaupe1 Oct 03, 2005 (4:41 pm)
Wrinklemash, don't forget that the later TR variations, while smaller in production runs also had far better performance than their predecessors. By then the TR was a seasoned design and more reliable as well. Not that the original TR had major issues.

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