FERRARI 458 BUYERS GUIDE | Common Problems Exposed and DRIVEN HARD!

A comprehensive look at the legendary Ferrari 458 with a focus on common issues that occur.
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[@ricardosotosan2279]

The Ferrari 458 Italia will always be the greatest production car ever made. If I ever become rich, I'm buying one.

[@DecentralEyes]

You have to be a member of the exclusive Ferrari club to actually buy one from a dealership! Hence why all the millionaire rappers, chavs and criminals have Lamborghini's !

[@garysandberg3259]

I have a 2011 458 Italia, 54,000 km. Absolutely love the car! No issues. The only maintenance has been regular oil changes (and the brake system recall - although never had an issue there either).

[@Cavallino69]

Great video and guide! I own a 2015 and maintain it myself, and you covered all the major potential issues.

[@ScottishCarClan]

Thanks for the comment 😁👍🏼 enjoy your awesome car.

[@Spenny909]

That's brilliant. How did you learn? I would like to do the same myself, or at least be better at not buying bad examples.

[@Cavallino69]

@@Spenny909 I've always been a DIY guy. Maintained an old 928S4 for 20 years. That thing was way more complex than the 458. Start with an oil change. There's vids showing how to do it for most cars. Just jump in and do it!

[@dwattel]

check you transmission fluids - there is a way to test for viscosity between both fluids inside there to see if your seals and bearings are holding up; mine failed as of 2 weeks ago!!! after 12 years

[@itsjustatemp-1642]

Buying one tomorrow morning.. a very good and detailed video, although I've heard'em all before I appreciate the way you present it all to us.

[@FuryMaster]

I hope you're enjoying the hell out of it 6 months on!

[@damachine3]

Same...buying mine tomorrow

[@skillfuldabest]

@@damachine3 Having fun?

[@lucaa.3447]

Quite well done. A serious review without much unnecessary talking. Subscribed. And (!!!) for Scottish I could understand (for once) very well.

[@breakthroughwithdr.d]

Thanks Alex.! Great drill, Ive never seen before. Perhaps another point that could help some get to the left side is the pushing off with the right leg, focusing on right glute extension at finish...

[@CarsofGlasgow]

Great video, watched even though I am not looking to buy a 458. Nice camera work!

[@junes118]

What a absolutely stunning car!

[@PaulDC-xl2pw]

Nice & honest review!

[@MrGB1999]

The problem with many of the gearbox issues is that even the repair (as opposed to replacement) involves buying an entire pack of sensor components (even if just one sensor is bad) - and that pack is something around the £10,000 mark. Oh, and Ferrari isn't exactly great at keeping up sensor production. So at some point, finding replacement sensors will likely become an issue, too.. The best advice with a 458 purchase is to get one with a Ferrari Power Warranty attached, or get one independently (about 3 grand - and that's AFTER Ferrari main dealer says the car is OK.. 💸💸)

[@philskype101]

I have a. 458 Italia and love it, how often do you get pulled for not having a plate on the front?

[@ryangertz3822]

458 spider, 2015. Had a clutch sensor go out after driving in stop-and-go traffic in 90deg (F) weather with the AC on. took over $9k to have that fixed. Car has otherwise been a champ, doing a track day with no issues. I do get worried with heavy traffic in the heat though so that is something to think about not that anyone is thinking of commuting in these. Overall, even with the clutch sensor repair, the CPO warranty would NOT have been worth it in my case. Id say that the 458 is worth the price since you are getting a gorgeous italian supercar that sounds fantastic (better than a 488 GTB, spider has the best sound) and has more than enough power for the overwhelming majority of drivers on public roads. One other item for spiders: any convertible will have a bit of vibration because you lose the frame rigidity that a fixed roof provides. I bought my car used with the nearly new Pirelli tires (the OEM ones). The car would have a noticeable vibration around 70mph on highways, particularly with the top down. Pretty annoying. I tried everything with tire balancing and whatnot. The thing that seemed to fix this was new tires, and specifically Michelin 4S tires. I have no affiliation or interest with the Michelin company, but the word out there is that they make extremely round an consistent tires. That may be the fix in this case though I suppose that I would need to try a set of new Pirelli tires again to determine that. Just an FYI for anyone out there with a similar issue. This car is fantastic and it certainly is worth the price. This is my favorite car. As crazy as it sounds I have 3 other friends like me (non billionaires, we arent filthy rich) that have scraped together the cash to get 458s and they love them as well. Funny, none of them have had any issue with the transmission, and they are all earlier model years. As far as I can tell, this is up there with the F355 and maybe even the F40 as far as some of the best cars from Ferrari.

[@p.h.234]

What a car and clearly cherished by its owner - looks like it's just rolled out the factory.

[@ScottishCarClan]

It was a real credit to him. Gorgeous car 👌🏼

[@byronrawlins6018]

Great video thank you brother

[@mindracing]

Nice video. Who is the person you would recommend to overhaul the front dampers?

[@darrenstango9376]

thats why you buy a 2013 model year as they are very hackable, also you need to look out for carbon seats, front lift and carbon fibre exterior bits,

[@7stiano123]

Dream car

[@tinhatranch8349]

I’d be happy with one of those burnt down models.

[@DIYProjectX]

Lovely guide, as always. Really like your stuff. But could you improve your audio?

[@ScottishCarClan]

Thanks for the comment! Sure let me look into the audio set up and see if we can improve.

[@ScottishCarClan]

New microphone purchased. Let us know your thoughts next video please 🙏 🙌🏼

[@DIYProjectX]

@@ScottishCarClan Absolutely. Thanks a lot.

[@muzixman2011]

why the engine air intake are at the top of the boot and not on the sides

[@hkr4life]

is it true that is better to buy 458 only from 2013? because they solved problems from that year?

[@RICHY8791]

Hi mate, I have two questions. 1. I am 6"4 in your opinion would I be able to fit into this Super Car? You don't look so tall and your head is very close to the roof. 2. Can you customize a second-hand Ferarri? I was told customization is reserved for brand-new cars only. Your feedback would be much appreciated.

[@cossie118bmk]

cool video ... 458 or a lambo huracan 🤔🤔🤔🤔 i have a gtr r35 at the moment and looking to swap

[@tarabusaw4627]

for me the best car ever made!

[@dwattel]

did you mention the DCT gearbox failures? Lots are failing now due to AGE not mileage; my 2011 just failed last week 6/24, going for "surgery" next week. Loss of pressure no even gears or reverse. These DCT failure are now costing us between $8-20k to fix :( for all getrag transmission from 2009-2018)

[@reshensingh783]

Damn, was about to buy a 2011 model and chevked up on these points. Saved me millions. Rather just buy a 2020 gtr or 2019 SVJ

[@darren7681]

Dealer reported that the passenger side rear shock absorber/magneride has started to leak and advises replacement, how do i get in touch with your refurb team? Dealer is charging almost 6k for a replacement

[@dgeai]

@ScottishCarClean , i will be glad if you can give us your advice/the petson to contact for 😉

[@efthimios]

My friend just bought a 2012 with 12k miles like 215k insane

[@Knytz]

me watching this even tho im not buyng this on the next 3 years

[@Gibbo205]

My 2014 458 had gearbox issues so it can happen on newer cars as well.

[@ScottishCarClan]

What were the problems ? Can you share a few details

[@Gibbo205]

@@ScottishCarClan Nothing electrical, an internal seal failed, which resulted in the car dropping oil out the tell tail hole on gearbox, requiring a rebuild and new casing. 2014 car, I got it in 2019 with 13k miles, now on 26k miles. Car is back now, all fixed and running great, bill was just shy of 8k GBP, not a nice surprise bill but could of been worse and I have had car four years trouble free.

[@fullbolt-onsss1130]

@@Gibbo205 458 just looks almost perfect .. Torn between the Ferrari 458 or 2014 Porsche 911 turbo s

[@Gibbo205]

@@fullbolt-onsss1130 had a few 911’s and the Turbo S is bonkers fast but I’ve had more fun watching paint dry, the 458 is a total riot and event to drive.

[@rawj3414]

@@Gibbo205 its always the seals lol

[@s.k.4111]

I don't know if I should get the 458 or the F12...

[@kennethsailsleon42]

Looking on selling my 458 spyder Or I can trade for anything you have that might interest me

[@yip2454]

458 still looks so good in 2024

[@ScottishCarClan]

It really does. Ageing beautifully.

[@kinqadamjrkinqadamjr1520]

Watching this acting like I even got close to enough money for one

[@webupmarketingagency8151]

CHUT UP !! We want hear the motor !!😂

[@alejandrotabosky946]

Great car but the lines and style of the F430 are better

[@vegasmitch1472]

Maaan for $300k-$400k Cars there's a SHIT TON of Problems or Could be Problems??!! 🤔

[@ScottishCarClan]

Welcome to the world of volatile Italians 😭

[@makavelimusolini1036]

@@ScottishCarClan Germans are just as garbage nowadays.

[@colinrenfrew48]

The biggest issue with this type of car…….Scottish potholes.

[@ScottishCarClan]

You’re not wrong! 😆

[@RavenfluxASMR]

👀

[@dbank6107]

Just the sort of car the average driver will look to buy.

[@ScottishCarClan]

Not quite BUT we do feature everything on this channel. From stuff like this to a £500 Honda Jazz!

[@dbank6107]

@@ScottishCarClan I was being sarcastic 😃🤣

[@LneAlphaWlf]

Never been impressed with the 458, rather have a nurbugring record setting lambo Huracan with a very unique sounding v10

[@tumslucks9781]

0:55 Put masking tape on that hideous thing. Are Ferrari owners amnesiacs?

[@bernardhaegeman8489]

So, conclusion : rubbish !