Re: I recently fell in love...
Pentium:
It's a great car RC but here is a hint: you can find a low mileage Scuderia for less money and the sound and handling is better
I love the Vantage too but in the end I didn't got one; two times there was another car that appealed more to me.
I'm not sure you can actually compare the F430 Scuderia to the AM Vantage S Roadster.
Two different beasts.
A Ferrari is a no-go for me since it is way too flashy. In Germany, a Ferrari always had the scent of a super rich owner...or a pimp. Not really the right car for me and my neighborhood. I think even a Lamborghini would be easier to "justify", as sad as this may sound.
I agree, the F430 Scuderia is an amazing car, I doubt however that you can get one in good shape over here in Germany for or under 150000 EUR. Maintenance is also a bitch over here, official dealers are very expensive and freelance...well...not really trustable.
As to the exhaust/engine sound: I like the screaming of the Ferrari engines but to be honest, the Vantage S sound is much better. I love that typical V8 muscle car racing sound, deep and powerful and loud and the Vantage S delivers it in an absolutely perfect manner. It is interesting that my 7-year old son, who actually fell in love with the Maserati GT MC Stradale("a real race car, daddy..." ), was overwhelmed with the Vantage S and the only thing which came out of his mouth was: "Kaufen, kaufen, bitte, kaufen". Translation: What the heck are you waiting for, daddy...get it."
Unfortunately my wife wants a 4-seater but until her M3 Cab lease runs out(next year), there still is time.
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RC (Germany) - Rennteam Editor Porsche 997 Turbo, BMW X5 M, BMW M3 Cab DKG, Mini Cooper S JCW