A part of what makes any Ferrari a Ferrari comes from the assets delivered by the Italian character of Maranello machines. However, when you turn to the used supercar market in order to grab a Prancing Horse without having to sell a kidney for it, you might end up coming across the typical downsides of Italian vehicles.
We'd like to zoom in on this today, which is why we've brought you the piece of footage at the bottom of the page. The video shows Rob Ferretti talking about the most common issue of the used Ferraris that make "best buys" nowadays, namely the 360 and the 430.
Those of you who visit autoevolution often probably know Rob owns around five or six supercars that are about a decade old, hence the quotes in the title above. The New York-based octane veteran's current line-up includes a pair of Ferraris, but he's no stranger to Lamborghinis or Porsches. So yes, the guy knows what he's talking about.
Of course, if you happen to be in the market for such a Fezza or have recently acquired one, you'll still need to spend your precious time scrolling your way through the forums to find out the most intimate secrets of the two Ferrari models mentioned above.
Nevertheless, this clip does cover the most common issues. We're talking about small problems, such as engine mount deterioration, which could lead to mirrors or taillights rattle. But we're also referring to much more severe issues, like the ones that turn Prancing Horses into piles of ash.
The Italian automaker is well aware of this issues, which is why, for example, the company offered ultra-extended warranty (up to ten years) for cracked headers, a consequence of the engine mount problems.
Nowadays, expecting somebody to pay attention to a YouTube video that's over seven minutes long might sound like a lot to ask, but this clip is certainly worth it.
P.S.: At a certain point, Rob mentions the annoying part where a paddle shift gearbox won't let you set off when a hood or trunk sensor is broken, with the car thinking you haven't properly closed those. Well. here's what happens when a 458 allows you to set off even after you haven't closed the hood properly.
In his quest to bring you the most impressive automotive creations, Andrei relies on learning as a superpower. There's quite a bit of room in the garage that is this aficionado's heart, so factory-condition classics and widebody contraptions with turbos poking through the hood can peacefully coexist. Full profile
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