Never understood why many dont like the California. They look great (especially in that spec) and sound great.
@Mandurath2 жыл бұрын
Don't think its a case of dislike, but more the idea or reputation. Similar to the early BMW M3's that were automatics. They were labeled as trophy wife cars. The same with these. I've heard them called trophy wife cars or similar. Which imo is wrong, as its a good looking and sounding car. Along the lines with Miata's. Despite being such a good car, the label will probably always be there.
@tim31722 жыл бұрын
Masculinity like a Fabergé egg
@kavinskysmith40942 жыл бұрын
V Dub in the HAUSE yo, the first ones looked like Karmann Ghia's and had transmission troubles I remember, they didnt shift well, and they just looked nothing like a ferrari should look, like some idiot from lamborghini came by and thought lets make one of their actually good looking italian cars, look german. thankfully they fixed and they dont look that bad now, but when you use the name of a legendary car for your car, you better measure up and the first ones didnt granted no where near the scale of fail that that new countach knock off is however, like 3.2 million for a car that looks like a mclaren that you could do way better yourself with a 350K bodykit on a 550K car.
@ryang77202 жыл бұрын
Bc it's an absolute pile of garbage and looks cheap af too.
@kavinskysmith40942 жыл бұрын
@@HOBOLOCO13 whooptie god damn do kid, now piss off lol
@davidedgar35092 жыл бұрын
When you said a good customer, I instantly thought of Hoovie. Then you said it had only minor issues. Nope, not a Hooptie vehicle.
@howardbartlett30262 жыл бұрын
Being a Ferrari it is probably Tavarish 😉
@randommisshaps72 жыл бұрын
@@howardbartlett3026 Nah, it hasn't been on fire
@davidedgar35092 жыл бұрын
@@howardbartlett3026 Tavarish is in Florida and the Wizard in Kansas. I don't think Freddie would travel that far for a with Ferrari minor issues. He'd try to do it himself with help from Jared. And they would find a way to make it worse.
@lazydadsgarage2 жыл бұрын
@@howardbartlett3026 unlike Hoovie, Freddie actually works on his stuff
@howardbartlett30262 жыл бұрын
@@lazydadsgarage Well aware of that. Tavirish is how I discovered Hoovie and Car Wizard.. Ed Bolian is how I discovered Tavarish. It seems that either you haven't seen the Car Trek Ferrari 308 episode or have no sense of humor. Who knows maybe both. 😉
@gpaje2 жыл бұрын
I'm normally a red Ferrari guy, but that is a good looking spec. People didn't like the California because it was maybe more a Maserati in terms of certain components, too soft, etc. But I would love to have one.
@Shortorderboy10482 жыл бұрын
The people who don’t like it also can’t afford it
@dericanslum16962 жыл бұрын
...same...hell of a GT car...
@VanquishMediaDE2 жыл бұрын
It is based on the Gran Turismo/Quattroporte (Gen 5) platform.
@gpaje2 жыл бұрын
@@VanquishMediaDE I read further that it was originally going to be a Maserati project, but realized the costs were too high, so they made it a entry-level Ferrari. But Lambo uses a lot of Audi platforms, so don't really have an issue with it myself.
@amanwithaplan41032 жыл бұрын
I still think this is one of the most gorgeous Ferrari’s ever made.
@scottroberts74632 жыл бұрын
Love that the owner plans to daily drive it. So many of these cars spend their time under a car cover slowly leaking oil onto the garage floor.
@kerrylewis25812 жыл бұрын
Thank the owner for allowing us to check out this fantastic automobile.
@victorvaca74299 ай бұрын
he probably already did in person.
@johnnyjames71392 жыл бұрын
I am 73, I have always been forced to drive something practical. I love this!
@russelljacob79552 жыл бұрын
Only means you know that practical doesnt mean it isnt enjoyable! I have hard lesson learned that trading a bit of extreme for practicality lets me have a lot more fun actually driving.
@tomhorst76142 жыл бұрын
It's your turn Johnny!
@ceylontea58772 жыл бұрын
We all should buy Ferrari coffee mug!
@oldrrocr2 жыл бұрын
Me too. but I would have to give up at least 2 cars and I love those too.
@hotkarlwithakay2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy when the wizard throws shade to all the "Bros" watching. Cracks me up! More please
@M4rt_FX2 жыл бұрын
Would anyone owning a mustang, Camaro not take this instead though? C’mon.
@CouchMan882 жыл бұрын
@@M4rt_FX I’ve seen enough of Wizard’s videos to know I don’t want to own an Italian super car. I would like to drive one but not necessarily own one. If I had a Jay Leno garage and his money then maybe I’d have a few in the garage for sure 😂
@R3TR0R4V32 жыл бұрын
@@CouchMan88 agreed 100% no thanks, bro. 😅
@TNels2 жыл бұрын
Wizard must've had a Mustang Bro piss him off lately. Haha
@OverTorque_Racing2 жыл бұрын
I’d rather have something I can do the work on myself at half the price with parallel performance. No offense to the exotic “bros” but I’ll hang on to the Vette, built by a fat guy named Bob from Kentucky.
@ajvot712 жыл бұрын
That’s a true GT car. Perfect for a long drive in comfort and style.
@xxviper45xx602 жыл бұрын
He showed how the top works, and I legitimately chuckled. That's the most awesome thing I've seen all year.
@vickimcintosh30042 жыл бұрын
So nice to see you and Mrs. Wizard... just wanted yall to know, I am always watching the videos and it's so good to be able to see you.
@1Reddd4 ай бұрын
I never understood why the California gets so much hate, but to be honest I'm kinda glad it does because it keeps the prices down. It's a modern Ferrari that you can pick up for sub $100k figures, it's very attractive, has a NA V8, and sounds AMAZING (especially with a performance exhaust). These cars are a bargain and a half.
@nicholas4402 жыл бұрын
Fun fact, the radio is a Chrysler radio. Same unit found in my 09 Chrysler 300
@Jmdp.942 жыл бұрын
This is a very gorgeous car! I don't understand why is it so unloved by many
@04dram042 жыл бұрын
Because its built like a cheaper Maserati instead a more premium Ferrari. But I personally like it.
@dzikijohnny2 жыл бұрын
They made over 17,300!!! I wish people would stop saying that stupid thing that people did not like them.
@ke0kie2 жыл бұрын
The couple of cali owners I know have been hit by big transmission failures / bills which left a bad taste...that is to say if that's the experience why not instead go for a proper mid-engine / flagship model
@dzikijohnny2 жыл бұрын
@@ke0kie Every model has had huge bills. Are you saying a 599 V12, 812 V12, Roma etc aren’t proper Ferraris? Remember that the company started with front engine exclusively.
@Alegrus3752 жыл бұрын
Likely because it’s front engined.
@emmanyoul2 жыл бұрын
The California is slept on for no reason. I would still buy one to this day even over the California T. This one is just special and looks amazing especially when specced right. On Top of that it’s a steal compared to other cars in its price point
@riccochet7042 жыл бұрын
Nothing says Ferrari like a radio from a late 2000's Jeep.
@maximeparent30042 жыл бұрын
This car was on one of my walls during high school, i was (and still is) in love with the exterior design, especially these rear hips. Also, the last Ferrari offered with a manual transmission!
@russellhammond43732 жыл бұрын
That is about the cleanest engine bay I've seen on your channel. Lovely car too.
@KnightIndustries5722 жыл бұрын
18,000 miles in 11 years and is undoubtedly always garaged, it would want to be clean! My 2012/13 Lexus IS with the equivalent of 58,000 miles is just as clean if not cleaner ;-)
@talosiv49272 жыл бұрын
This car is absolutely beautiful, and I love your Ferrari enthusiasm, Wizard! Thanks for sharing, as always!
@Dakiraun2 жыл бұрын
Whoa... agreed - that is one of the coolest convertibles I've seen topping and untopping itself.
@JohnnyRoyalIsHere2 жыл бұрын
The E89 BMW Z4 has the same mechanism for $80k less.
@Dakiraun2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnnyRoyalIsHere Not that it matters either way - well outside what most of us can ever afford.
@tongjunjuan76122 жыл бұрын
hi car wizard , hello from singapore, love your video for it's honest and hard truth on car brands, hope you could do "buy this not that' on "SUBARU" one day :) looking forward to more content ;)
@conner7682 жыл бұрын
thats a gorgeous car. the chrysler infotainment screen really displeases me though lol, same interface as my dads 2011 Chrysler 200s
@Isalei84 Жыл бұрын
So that you know some insights, Michael Schumacher himself took part of the development and testing of the Cali. Ferrari exposed it in its "Timeless masterpieces" exhibition at the Ferrari Museum in Maranello among the most iconic models designed. The V8 engine is also exposed at the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena, like an art piece. Some people used to hate it when it was presented and while in production, usually haters who could not afford and owned something else, or some Ferrari "purists" who didn't know much about Ferrari history (full of grand tourers with front engines) who complained a bit because of its concept. Not anymore. Now, it is appreciated a lot, more and more overtime, thanks to Pininfarina's timeless design and the glorious sound of one of the last naturally aspirated V8. A true Ferrari, no doubt, to whom that know a bit about Ferrari and how the Cali was developed.
@braxtonnelson74222 жыл бұрын
I'm still amazed that the Wichita, Kansas area seems to be such a hotbed of exotic automobiles!
@TNels2 жыл бұрын
There's a lot of aerospace in that region.
@pops556502 жыл бұрын
I know someone with a Volkswagen Eos with a convertible top that operates very similar. But it’s probably not quite as fast on the road
@davetaylor8122 жыл бұрын
it is drop dead gorgeous I bet it goes around bends better that those muscle cars you mentioned.
@Flies2FLL2 жыл бұрын
-I have the valve "pinned" on the exhaust on my '14 Cayman S. "Pinned" means I have had the Cantrell exhaust mod done with basically modifies the base, stock non-valved exhaust to be loud the full time.
@gregorymurphy99802 жыл бұрын
Look carefully at the Mazda MX-5 Miata ND. It was introduced in 2016 and design wise it appears to have hugely influenced by the California. I'm keeping my car wishing realistic.
@garyvanremortel52182 жыл бұрын
Love the twin NACA ducts in front of the diff.
@BrianWerner2 жыл бұрын
Is there such a thing as too good looking? I don't know. The sound of any Ferrari is just glorious. I pulled up next to a 458 once and it sounded like mechanical symphony.
@crumbss12 жыл бұрын
Great content. Own a Cali myself. Car is fantastic. BTW, audio controls on the back side of the steering wheel.
@PieterBreda2 жыл бұрын
Your client actually likes cars instead of just having one for the status.
@lesklower72812 жыл бұрын
A very nice Ferrari and the interior red leather everywere and the quilting on the seats so so classy as for the roof a show in itself never get tired of that
@tomdioro20 күн бұрын
Superb description and experience. Thank you.
@DarthVader-17016 күн бұрын
The roof deployment reminds me of the Defender Morphing from Seasons 2-4 of the Viper tv series.
@jamesdelong64012 жыл бұрын
BAD ASS! CALIFORNIA. Those mate bronze wheels look good on that body color. Then! When you started it up. YES SIR! GOOSEBUMPS!!!!
@Firestorm6372 жыл бұрын
Usually first major coming up at 25,000 miles. It’s a racing engine that requires more maintenance
@theREALnizzle2 жыл бұрын
I believe the lyrics are “California knows how to party.” But close enough I guess 😆. The wizard can do no wrong in my opinion
@C.Fecteau-AU-MJ132 жыл бұрын
Nice spec... If I were gonna daily it though, is send it off to get an updated infotainment system installed. Pretty sure Ferrari offers a straight swap through the dealer and they effectively pay for themselves when it comes time to sell the car. If you get a genuine Ferrari one.
@mattjwayad96392 жыл бұрын
Love the tighter opening sequence in this video.
@robertharris70272 жыл бұрын
A not-red street Ferrari. What a relief...(from classic Ferrari history: Only the race cars were red, the street cars were allowed to have all the colors customers wanted). Recently one of these parked opposite to our house (black)and I was amazed how huge this thing is. Remember the original 250 California? That was a sleek and slim sports car. This is definitely not. But I like the shape and it is an open FRONT engine machine - a pity that it is not a 12 cylinder. For me a canvas top would be much nicer than this 'Transformer' part, btw, but that is all peronal taste.
@timbullough35132 жыл бұрын
Maybe I'm just getting old ... but I wouldn't lower a car even just an inch. Something about the stock look that I remember is 'correct'. And if my priorities were otherwise I could drive something other than a New Edge Mustang for a fun car (stock look and stock motor) ... but "bro" it scratches the itch for probably less than a tune up on a Ferrari. To each their own and I am happy this new owner will have fun driving it rather than sticking it in bubble wrap.
@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus2 жыл бұрын
That is a cool looking car, the styling is just right.
@dannyharbour39512 жыл бұрын
Did anyone notice that the drivers side front tire was on the lip of the lift?
@tectorama2 жыл бұрын
It looks a really great car. My only concern would be, is when it gets to its third or fourth owner, and starts to be a high mileage car. I imagine it will get very expensive to maintain.
@jacobj.19692 жыл бұрын
That's exactly what I was thinking.
@KnightIndustries5722 жыл бұрын
I'm sure it's ALREADY very expensive to maintain!
@mattheweburns2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same thing if somebody got onto me about having a Ferrari California I’d absolutely prefer it over any Mustang or Corvette… If I had one of those I would drive it all the time too. At least parts are available, and when people “store“ cars like that they getting bad condition faster than if they would just drive it a couple times per week at least start it and let it run and get warm once a week drive that thing enjoy it that’s what they are for this isn’t an f40 this isn’t the last modelT. I’d still be beyond angry if somebody bumped it though lol
@irdestroyer2 жыл бұрын
Considering buying a 2013-2014. IMO these cars are very underrated. They are definitely a Ferrari, and a bargain.
@FCT8306onTwoWheels2 жыл бұрын
I still think the 360 Modena is a cool car and it's an older model, but just has the cool factor. That and the F430. And.....a first generation Gallardo in giallo even though its a Lamboogie
@austinlam54802 жыл бұрын
I agree with you and I have just bought one last week too. I do have F430 spider but I prefer this more for daily use . I do like this classic look rather than portofino . This Cal 2011 sounds so good .
@drridder2 жыл бұрын
Exactly! I traded a 360 Modena for this. Love the 360, but you don’t want to go for a 250 mile trip in one
@AbbieHoffmansGhost2 жыл бұрын
How do you attach a Fischer 7 1/2' plow to it? I need to get my driveway done quickly.
@nickrichardson1317 Жыл бұрын
I’d buy this. I’ve had 7 Ferrari’s since 1985, but always the ones people look down on. Four 308 GT4’s, a Dino which was considered not a proper Ferrari, too at launch, and a Mondial 3.4t & now at Mondial 3.2 Coupe. The fact is Ferrari do not make rubbish cars. I chose the 3.2 as they are used for Historic Ferrari Racing & the engine is reliable. The handling is wonderful and I just had the Koni Dampers rebuilt for this year to sharpen it up for trackday use. I deliberately chose a high mileage car with a full history. I’ve got it up to 73,450 now. English owners try to keep the mileage low! Crazy. I like the idea of the California for daily use in the sunny days, being newer it is probably more useable in Cities than my Mondial. The Mondial was designed for crossing Europe in comfort and it’s fine at that! The advantage of the cars people look down on is they cost less to buy! Mine has increased in value by £8k since I bought it despite using it a lot! The running costs are similar to my Saab 900! It is manual, no powering steering, no ECU and little to go wrong. The California will be more costly on service but look how fabulous it is. All this talk of its not a Ferrari is rubbish, it’s not intended for high speed racing. It does a fine daily driver job.
@lyfandeth2 жыл бұрын
Wiz, will that side defroster cost less than the price of buying a 3D printer and starting to make your own custom parts?
@rrebein2 жыл бұрын
I passed through Newton on my way to Dodge City on Saturday and drove by the shop. Just judging by the exterior, no one would predict the kind of exotic cars you guys are working on in there. Outside it's all rusted-out Gleaners and high plains drought. Inside, Porsches and Ferraris. Still and all, my dad's favorite video of yours is the one about your new airport people mover and your plans to convert it. Go figure.
@bradklingensmith2 жыл бұрын
They did knock it out of the park with the California. Beautiful car.
@sadubone2 жыл бұрын
a black A pillar and roof were often a common option on California's and other Ferrari. I find it odd someone would wrap the pillars and roof black in this case. is it paint? it's hard to tell when the roof goes up in the video. I would leave it regardless. I think the black A pillars look sharp.
@lirr4082 жыл бұрын
Nice car. I can not wait to see the progress with the bus. The bus, the Chevelle, 100 Percent Jake's "new" BMW and Weird Beard's 72 Fury are my favorite projects to see progress.
@wolfeadventures2 жыл бұрын
“Good customer” ie brings what the Wiz likes to work on, never asks questions on the bill and that Wiz can make the most profit.
@bdsouza19772 жыл бұрын
A buddy of mine got a California 2 yrs ago...to daily drive...good video.
@septopus3516Ай бұрын
It’s a front mid-engine, still a mid engine car. The engine sits in front of the front axel, just like it’s placed when behind the driver, in front of the rear axle
@Abarth695Maserati2 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for you to get your hands on the California - we love ours and it is a perfect daily driver
@TAD0504862 жыл бұрын
Ferrari red is great, but if everything is, it can become boring and down play what makes a model unique. This California is beautiful, especially the interior. It's nice that it doesn't need to much to get it back to spec.
@Vincent-ke5zn2 жыл бұрын
I would like to see that Nova finished, please show the Nova after its finished 🙏
@Forge172 жыл бұрын
One of the most gorgeous GT’s Ferrari made, shame they changed the look with the California T before giving it the power upgrade it deserved.
@CRAPO20112 жыл бұрын
The color and wheel help this california look very nice
@rjnation50422 жыл бұрын
The word was they were a bit soft, but they weren't meant to be a track car, I've always liked the look of them, as a daily driver it'd be a nice place to be, Rj in Oz
@nucleargrizzly17762 жыл бұрын
Daily driver? What does he think that is? A Porsche? 😁😁😁
@billieyoung4972 жыл бұрын
saw a lady driving one in atlanta not that long ago...it wasnt red...another color...she zipped by at warp 10 in the thing........
@TakuroSpirit772 жыл бұрын
The exhaust sealant between the pipe joints seems to be a hack fix, surely not Ferrari approved?
@IrishJayc632 жыл бұрын
I think old Ferraris or halo Ferraris like 288 got, f40 f50 Enzo etc look amazing in red. But I love the more “common” Ferraris in different colours
@sadaqatbashir38284 ай бұрын
Hi, I’m based in the UK and have a 2017 Cali T. My trunk not opening and therefore roof not opening. Windows go down but after that nothing. Can you suggest a solution? Is there anyway of dropping the rear seats back without having access to levers in the trunk. If I can get into the trunk from within the car to ‘release’ the trunk. Would appreciate your input.
@LMacNeill2 жыл бұрын
I've really never understood the hate for the California. I've always thought they were awesome grand-touring cars. So they're not the track-weapon that the Enzo or the F50 was. Big deal. They're still great.
@kattcasel97302 жыл бұрын
Any USA manufactures listening?? How many time I wished I could get an interior in red (like the old days) instead of black, grey, boring, etc.
@richardspore19962 жыл бұрын
I think Mrs. car Wizard needs a Ferrari California.
@KnightIndustries5722 жыл бұрын
Very nice, the way that California is presented, but at the start Wizard you'd say you'd take this over a Mustang, Camaro or Vette anyway....but it's an 11 year old Ferrari, that certainly costs more than a new Mustang or Camaro at least..with huge insurance and running costs. For most people a new Mustang or Camaro IS better. Personally I'd take the Lexus LC 500 over all of them, it's exotic and desirable like the Ferrari...yet better built and more reliable than ANY of the above mentioned cars!
@Isalei84 Жыл бұрын
Lexus "exotic and desirable like the Ferrari? You need better source of information, man.
@KnightIndustries572 Жыл бұрын
@@Isalei84 My eyes are my ‘source’ and the interior of the LC 500 craps all over a California in pretty much every measure. No shortage of motoring journos and reviewers that say the LC is one of the most beautiful and striking designs on the road too, not to mention that magnificent Yamaha tuned 5.0 litre V8. In styling terms, the California is pretty meh for a Ferrari. Now a Roma on the other hand, that looks amazing but is priced in the stratosphere.
@mtimmy2 жыл бұрын
What kind of rims are they? it looks nice and the offset is great
@charliebuzik93172 жыл бұрын
I never seen a convertible work like that awsome
@joshb36232 жыл бұрын
Having a lowered car starts to suck my weekend car is basically slammed 🤦♂️, getting to b too much to get in and out but damn does it look good , especially this California! Gotta love Ferrari
@vitovitale98672 жыл бұрын
That car has at least $50K of extras from the carbon ceramic brakes to the carbon steering wheel with the LED display and quilted leather seats and leather dash. Also "scarico olio" is translated oil discharge or drain not that it matters to the Wizard!
@TNels2 жыл бұрын
Those rear seats are only there for the insurance company. Just the same as many other two door sports cars, Porsche, Mustang, Camaro, etc.
@wisdomSP2 жыл бұрын
You missed mentioning the infamous Ferrari sticky buttons @6:57. No hard feelings. Love your content.
@finalpharoah12 жыл бұрын
Every time I see one of these, I sing 2Pac's California Love. I'm glad you also get it Car Wizard
@DEEuroworks2 жыл бұрын
Very cool California, looks great. I worked on one not long ago, there is video of it on my channel. Thanks Wizard for showing.
@zakarylakota2 жыл бұрын
As soon as I opened up TDU2 for the first time I instantly fell in love. Definitely a big dream of mine.
@HypocriticYT2 жыл бұрын
Love the styling 😊 wish I could afford one ☝️
@ianmontgomery75342 жыл бұрын
I am not too keen on the tailight setup but the rest is great.
@johnstoneberg553210 ай бұрын
I owned a 2017. It ran but I never got got over the long hood. Traded it for a Porsche 911.
@richb82822 жыл бұрын
Your wife always knows the most accurate colors. Matte bronze is perfect definition of the wheels
@pawelwisniewski68492 жыл бұрын
Actually more like “mustard “😂
@Alegrus3752 жыл бұрын
I’m pretty sure they said in a video that she’s an art teacher.
@bradfordbarrettluckotheIrish2 жыл бұрын
Nice one CW! Greetings from CA!
@wally1972202 жыл бұрын
As a Dodge Grand Caravan owner, I recognize that infotainment head unit. Only its painted Argent Grey. I wonder if it uses UCONNECT firmware?
@robertoferrari53972 жыл бұрын
..i'd go with different wheel color but the car paint/interior colors are really nice.....that's a clean engine compartment too😃😃
@shawnchadwick49432 жыл бұрын
Amazing car. But that tint! Totally illegal in my state but I love it!!!
@scotteddy99602 жыл бұрын
Oh nice! He just bought that off of Mike Davenport! Mike's Car Store in Indiana... He's the best! Period!😉👍
@Vincent-ke5zn2 жыл бұрын
I love your videos Mr Wizard, but I would rather have a mustang or a corvette
@DarthVader-17016 күн бұрын
The Ferris Bueller car was a California as well, albiet now a $20,000,000 California.
@wotrulke58682 жыл бұрын
Great car Mr Wizard I love the colour combination 😍 that folding roof looks very complicated 😮 hope it stays good 👍🏼, thanks for sharing guys 👏🏼👏🏼
@user-ns3vs3bp3e Жыл бұрын
I feel called out having this pop in my recommended after looking at these earlier today XD they’re touching on prices I’d be willing to pay now for a low mileage and while I do prefer the 812 styling I’m not willing to pay 300k+ nor can I afford to 😂
@MervinGriff2 жыл бұрын
Million dollar question...Dave, what car would you have ? the 308 you have or this California. if you could only have one.
@mountains8892 жыл бұрын
november 5 is coming soon - saw a brand new BMW 740i with expired temp tags - wonder if they get sticker shock on the plates after buying such an expensive car
@SuperMauricem2 жыл бұрын
Many people do not like this car and the reason is that the 458 came out around the same time. As a car that can hold two comfortably and two what I call occasional seats for children it makes for a surprisingly practical car. For me it is a brilliant car that gets my vote and if I had the cash I would have one sitting in my garage
@steveapel29612 жыл бұрын
Greetings Maurice, as a longtime gearhead, both 2 and 4 wheels, but primarily 2, I have always had a love for Italian supercars, especially Ferrari's. The California was introduced at the Paris autoshow in 2008, and was met with more than a little scepticism. The fact that being a front engined V8, certainly not the norm in Ferrari's history , and that the California actually started out as a Maserati project that became too expensive but the research and development process was too advanced to cancel just added fuel to the fire for disdain. Ferrari's own marketing nomenclature at the time stated it's styling was meant to attract a 50 percent ratio of women buyers. In all honesty, there is some credence to the criticism of the Coke bottle -kick swage-line on the doors. Some said it was corny and overdone. Compared to OTHER Ferrari's, perhaps. But, I think if you step back, the overall look is stunning, if not just a tad chunky. But nothing is perfect, the overall car is still beautiful. The example here, in kinda a slate gray, is very nice. I had to chuckle a bit when Mrs Wizard pointed out the 240 mile per hour speedometer. No, the car won't go that fast, the top speed of a California is around 198 miles per hour ( which I believe is fast enough!) The back seating arrangement( right!)was originally designed many decades ago( for these types of exotic G.T. cars) to just offer enough storage space for luggage for a weekend getaway for your mistress and yourself. That's where the term 2 +2 came from many decades ago. You are correct era wise on the introduction of the 458, it was 2009. When introduced, the 458 was the marque's most powerful v8 road car ever. Anything wearing the prancing horse insignia is stunning and timeless( with one possible exception, a mondial 8 from 1981!),and I lust whenever I attend a Italian autoshow. But, I tell myself to be satisfied for possessing a very cherry jaguar XJ8.Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Cheers!!!!!!
@Isalei84 Жыл бұрын
@@steveapel2961 What Ferrari do you own Steve? Those are bar talk, if I may correct you. The Ferrari California and its engine has been exposed for a long time at an exhibition at the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, and Ferrari corporate itself putting it among the "Timeless masterpieces". Michael Schumacher himself took part of the California development and road testing.
@steveapel2961 Жыл бұрын
@@Isalei84 hi, you're the reason I stopped replying to this stuff. After 6 months of my article, you're gonna critize my comments??? I don't know why, maybe it's just jealously ( since everything is pretty accurate in my article, look it up) , but you claim it's " bar talk". Lastly, unlike many I've been on numerous racetracks in my life. Have you??????????
@steveapel2961 Жыл бұрын
@@Isalei84 p.s. don't respond
@Elaba_2 жыл бұрын
The dashboard view gave me memories of the game Outrun in the eighties.
@Firestorm6372 жыл бұрын
As long as you keep up yearly maintenance and software updates great daily driver.
@jsquaredesign72122 жыл бұрын
Really like the wheels and tire. Can you kindly give me som details on the wheels and tire spec? love to get something similar for mine.
@starkyslp162 жыл бұрын
Good spec on this, but something about the proportions of the California never sat well with me compared to other Ferraris of the same era. Wouldn't be my choice of I were fortunate enough to chose between Ferraris.