Small point to remember... (archive)

My boss has a couple of F cars and they really are quite dependable. I noticed the milage on the car you are considering is 57M. Those cars require a VERY expensive maintenance at 60M to include a timing belt that requires pulling the engine. Be sure you build that into your financing! Good luck!//: Hi all!

: I already posted this question a few days ago, but am still quite torn on what to do. Please give me some advice, pros/cons, etc.

: I have an opportunity to trade my '98 BMW M Roadster w/10k miles for.. get ready for this.. an '86 Ferrari Testarossa with 57k miles on it. Sure, I'm probably crazy!

: The Ferrari would be the realization of a dream I've had ever since I was a little kid.. but, I am afraid that emotion may be doing the thinking for me.. Oh well, emotion did the thinking for me when I bought the ///M! ;)

: I realize maintenance and upkeep will be higher than my BMW, but everyone I have spoken with has said that they are basically bulletproof cars, but do need service done.. and not neglect.

: So, what do you guys (and gals) think? Pros / cons? I rarely drive my ///M [it's a weekend, garage queen], and the TR would be a great car for car shows, and "showing off" [which I like!].

: Please feel free to privately email me so that we don't waste bandwith on the board.

: Thanks for your help!

: Larry

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