Ferrari F430 Convertible (2005 - 2009) Spider 2d (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Would you buy this car again and why?
What are you likely to buy next?
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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?
£72,000
When did you buy the car?
October 2012
Did you get a good deal and why?
I went down the franchised dealer route having negotiated independent dealers to a point I felt comfortable with but for another 5k I was able to get the Ferrari Approved 24 months warranty and roadside assistance plus the 190 point vehicle check. That felt like a reasonable amount to pay for the peace of mind and having owned a Ferrari before so knowing the potential costs ! Quality first, price second....
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
What was the dealer like?
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
An extraordinary car to drive. I had a 360 before but even though the F430 looks similar it feels and sounds quite different even thought the cockpit is pretty familiar. Its driven with your fingers / wrists and responds instantly.
What's it like to park?
Fine to park on a wide driveway, anywhere else cross your fingers !
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
It will...
What's most practical about your car?
Its not a practical car in any way, but the boot actually is quite big in contrast to a Gallardo or C4S so a weekend away is pretty straightforward as long as its at a hotel where you can feel comfortable that it will be safe.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
The entire car is a gadget so not much need for accessories !
