Automotive

A few months ago, right prior to the COVID lockdown I had the chance to get advice from the incredible community and proceeded to get the Aston Martin DB11. Many thanks again for the extraordinary feedback (and continued passion) on the AM - it always mak...  

I am a huge AM fan but also read a lot about the cons that these cars have . Enjoy your new car to the max (but safe ofcourse

And hopeful that under new management things will get much better!

The portofino is a great choice, I find the styling very inspiring in the flesh, looking forward to reading more about your experience with it!

And ultimately decided to get it in red as a first foray into Ferrari. Surprisingly more driveable than I ever imagined!

AM probably makes some of the most beautiful cars on the road with a sound that is really superb. If they can find a way to improve the longevity and reliability it would definitely make me return in a heartbeat. I just hope they keep their soul and conti... 

And still love the brand and stay close to it. I think the original partnership with AMG has improved the tech tremendously vs prior AM but I am hopeful with more time, AM can bring it to the same level as other manufacturers. Crossing fingers! Peter

But a Ferrari in any color is a Ferrari and so it will have its positive and negative connotations of owners And I hear that it is the most common first owner color. Ours is in Rosso Scuderia so a bit brighter but an incredible mix with the yellow and bla... 

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What a wonderful car!

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I think as they add more and more electronics the cars become fussier. Your Ferrari is awesome. ...  

I kid...I'm guessing the wheels are pristine as they ought to be.

However i do have a sad story. I was being cheap and decided not to park in a lot as it was 20 for an hour and choose to street park and pay $1. Scuffed my wheel had to pay 200 to repair.

...someone jokingly told me that when you get a new car, just take a screwdriver and give it a whack yourself and get it over with. I've never owned a Ferrari or AM, but I usually park far away from everyone which is fine as I like to walk for exercise. C... 

I parked on the street and came back for a ticket costing about $75 :-(

...especially when in San Francisco where the lots are tiny and expensive. I always seem to have good luck getting a spot, but you almost need a degree in hieroglyphics to decipher five or six different signs, all giving seemingly contradictory directions... 

Contradictory and confusing directions on signs posted 1, 2, 3 different places. The key thing I missed was "No parking 5-7pm Tues-Thur" rush hour prohibition. I parked at 4:45 -- no wonder there was an open space.

The locals usually know : ) I got a big ticket in SF (and I'm basically a local) because of the 'rush hour' provision. Like you, I was there a few (less than 10) minutes early and it was very inconvenient and very expensive. The tow trucks are sitting on ... 

That car is STUNNING. Better looking for sure than the Ferrari Peter

Given the bath I took on the trade in I might need to change my handle to clueless car buyer! Peter

But emotionally still deep rooted! Cheers Peter

Congrats and you're in the right place when those speed signs with the black lines come up. Enjoy cheers S

Definitely a thrill on the autobahn - realizing now better what makes a sports car so different. I drive a MB SUV for work and at speeds of 200km/h things begin to get a little dicey. Take the same speed in a proper sports car you can feel a real differen... 

I’m sure you will enjoy the Prancing Horse. Autobahn here you come! All the best, Niall

I still remember this Red 288 GTO toy I had when I was really really young. While the portfofino is no GTO it does play some childhood and now adulthood fantasies of the Ferrari Cavallino. Cheers, Peter

I also was in the position to choose between an AM DBS and a Ferrari Portofino. The result is: I went for the Blue Tour de France. ...  

I think TDF is one of the best and most exquisite colors offered by Ferrari. Congratulations - and certainly not an easy decision (hope you don’t regret it and enjoy the experience!). Cheers, Peter

No regrets at all! Enjoy yours! R

Great color combo that you chose one of my favorites. ...  

And great views. I’m pretty far away from the sea here, so will need to find a way to drive to Portofino Cheers, Peter