Ferrari 599 GTB Coupe (2006 - 2012) GTB Fiorano F1 2d (2007/07) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I think it tells people I like a car to be old school, fast, racy, stylish and who cares what it costs to run, smiles are worth every penny.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
No idea, I bought the 599 because I love fast cars, I love Italian style, and the car exudes a passion for petrol that is lacking in most people these days, whether because they worry about the cost of fuel, or because the car is no longer fashionable to talk about at dinner parties.
Would you buy this car again and why?
I would buy this every time, it never ceases to make me smile, and is exhilarating to drive, and a comfortable GT when you want to take it easier.
What are you likely to buy next?
Another Ferrari, but maybe the F12, which I drove last week and its somehow mindbendingly faster!
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchised
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£120,000
When did you buy the car?
September 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Sold the 612 to get a more classic v12 Ferrari 2-door.
What was the dealer like?
Carrs of Exeter are always awesome, friendly and easy to talk too. They make the experience stress-free.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Very fast, handles like a dream but treat it badly and she will bite you.
What's it like to park?
Easy to park, but don't leave it out of sight or in dark corners, the environmentalists and the plain insane love the idea they could get a few minutes with the car and a key!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Radiator failed at 25000 miles, and was replaced under warranty, aside from that, perfect.
What's most practical about your car?
The SPEED. In this beast, if you want to overtake, just go, nothing gets close, no one will beat you.... Awesome.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Ceramic brakes - stopping power to match the engine, stops on a sixpence, handing if you hit an unexpected corner!
