I Bought the Cheapest Ferrari 355 in the UK and it's a Gated Manual! | Raj's Garage

[@loopydoopi]

You should turn the car into a Toyota mr2 replica

[@rajsangha911]

🤦🏻‍♂️

[@robwarmy5184]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@RDevx70]

Great comment dude!

[@donQpublic]

Fiero GT.

[@BigStuCorby]

😂😂

[@grantmail4112]

You need to be a very brave man and have very big pockets to have an F355 just as a project car-a braver man than me. Hats off.

[@rajsangha911]

Haha - luckily the car came with many new parts and I can lean on friends in the trade for support 👍🏽

[@PS-ps8mo]

Probably the cheapest UK 355 was the one I helped my buddy purchase, ex Thruxton track experience car, lhd in yellow with over 200,000 klms on the clock, ran like a dream, wad of bills 2 inch thick, everything had been replaced on it over the years, we got it for £22k in around 2013 he doubled his money a few years later. As an aside the gearbox in the F1 and manual are exactly the same, so easy to convert.

[@karlblower4019]

I drove that car at Thruxton and had a passenger hot lap in it. Driven hard but meticulously maintained!

[@PS-ps8mo]

@@karlblower4019 Great to hear that, she was a little dog eared around the edges when my buddy eventually had it but ultra reliable as everything mechanical was still pretty new as a result of all that servicing and maintenance. Will have to check on the dvla website to see if it's still going strong, but more than likely given how much they have gone up in value since

[@SprayIgniteBoom]

New sub to your channel b/c of this car AND B/C of your APPROACH to restoration. You are 1000% SPOT ON regarding 90s cars “feel”, visceral emotion, AND LACK OF ELECTRONIC “driver’s aids”…. If you are driving one of these you ARE a connoisseur of speed, class AND style. Can’t wait to see your project finished!!!

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for watching and appreciate the feedback - update video is now out 😊

[@rufinoacosta9289]

What a beautiful 355, just needed some love... when you finish restoring it ...i bet it will be way more valuable...is a gem, i'm new at the channel, looking forward for the next video

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for watching 👍🏽

[@phillynch6295]

I drove on of these once on a track day many years ago - definitely the best sounding car I’ve ever driven ❤

[@rajsangha911]

Totally - especially with a Capristo or Tubi exhaust 🎶

[@hectorherbert6585]

speaking of manual gear box on these type of cars..i had the chance & privilege of driving a 599 with a 6 gated on a Monaco back road & hills....what a treat...the feeling of that V12 through that manual transmission is just amazing...just a complete different car & driving pleasure...

[@Paul-i3f6d]

Hi Raj look forward seeing the finished Car. I've still got your old 355 and still love it.

[@rajsangha911]

Hey Paul, glad to hear that you still have and are enjoying my old 355F1 - that was an amazing car!

[@N.a.syed.]

I love the amount of technical knowledge you both have. Especially when the engine got switched on, the idling / misfire diagnosis.

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks - we thought that too 😊🤣

[@N.a.syed.]

@@rajsangha911 haha

[@webuildltd]

Gorgeous car, really looking forward to watching the updates 😎

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks - already planning the next steps!

[@Adrian-fy7rd]

One of my favourite F cars, second only to the F550 Maranello! Drove one in ‘97 and loved it. Good luck with the project 👍

[@leesmith7009]

Raj has some great taste in motors. Love his collection

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for watching and appreciate the feedback 🙌🏽

[@MegaPaulSullivan]

Really enjoyed this video. The excitement of acquiring a cool car and going through the service history and ING what a gift in all the new parts ❤️

[@rajsangha911]

Glad you enjoyed it! This should be a fun project 🙌🏼

[@MegaPaulSullivan]

@@rajsangha911 I'm. Looking forward to seeing it's unfoldment. 90's cars are 👌

[@barryg3128]

Congratulations Raj great purchase. Can I just say you have a fantastic taste in cars mate 👍

[@rajsangha911]

Cheers buddy, appreciate you watching and the feedback!

[@TheTJunction]

Awesome vid Raj, can’t wait to see the build

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for watching 🙌🏼

[@isaacperez7580]

Raj.. Greetings all the way from Laredo Texas USA. I'm new subscriber, very entertaining content! Amazing collection of cars Raj! One day I will own both model cars like yours. Keep up the great work and God bless you and your whole team

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for the sub and appreciate the feedback. A lot more to come 👊🏼

[@hbguitar]

New to the channel- great buy Raj! Quality video 👍🏻

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for watching 🙌🏼

[@ruaraidhmcdonald-walker9524]

Great project choice. Happy New Year Raj!

[@rajsangha911]

Happy new year too!

[@darrenwillmott2253]

raj nice one you definitely smashed this awesome video with another Ferrari 355 manual looks awesome cannot wait to see it running and driving but also raj's future modified and style for the new 2025 year

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks Darren, appreciate the support and feedback as always. This should be a fun project 👍🏽

[@thedavevidal]

An absolute gem of auto history. Love the 355....

[@markwimperis4796]

Definitely the prettiest of the modern day Ferraris, if my numbers come in it’d be one of the first on my list along with a 246 Dino👌🏻

[@rajsangha911]

Couldn't agree more! I may not be the fastest Ferrari but definitelty is one of the best looking 👍🏽

[@BARRIEM5]

I had a 1999 355 with the F1 transmission and loved it ! Very fast shifting...never jerky or clunky ! And the sound....so, so glorious !

[@nickrendell4300]

Yes Raj, a most amazing purchase, one of the good looking old school Ferrari’s, can’t wait for this series to start on your channel.well done to you.🔥

[@rajsangha911]

You and me both! Should make for a fun project!

[@jimfrattaroli6222]

New to the channel, love what you’re doing!

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks and welcome!

[@connor45rm85]

The wings have the badges set into an indent, only Challenge racing models had these. This car has had new wings, there is a guy that had a former to reproduce these on stock wings.

[@rajsangha911]

Correct - the early cars never had shields available as a factory option. These shields are aftermarket add-ons and are in the wrong place!

[@hassanalihashmi5134]

Beautiful car!!! I like the F1 gearbox in the 355 so easy to use with faster gear changes, when you red line the F1 gearbox it changes gears itself apart from 5th to 6th. The Spider doesn’t suffer like the coupe or gts with buttresses cracking and in the summer the spider is awesome. Karl Verdi the Ferrari specialist in London for Ferraris

[@rajsangha911]

I've owned a 355 F1 for 7 years previously and did not gel with the F1 box at all. Each to their own I guess 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@hassanalihashmi5134]

@ The F1 box is like Marmite!!! You either love it or hate it…….looking forward to the restoration and the Capristo exhaust gonna sound awesome

[@PixelVogue]

About time you got back in a Fezza! Front wings never had came with shields, they were stuck on stickers. 😂

[@rajsangha911]

Yes, I've been looking for a while. The final build year of 355's could be orderd from the factory with the Scuderia Shields 👍🏽

[@a1tony01]

@@rajsangha911and 348/355 challenge cars…

[@amgpagoda]

They did come with shields as a factory option!!

[@mohitsahdra4993]

Very cool project and look forward to seeing more of it congrats 👍

[@rajsangha911]

Appreciated 👍🏽

[@ashleydickinson-iz7hb]

Nice car mate. Good start for the project

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks 👍

[@New777Wine]

Regarding the front wings, side repeaters have been move back towards door and the shields are in front of repeater instead of directly above. How odd! :)

[@BAC_Mono]

I just acquired one of these (a 96 spider) as a swap for my old BAC Mono. You 💯 need to fit a Capristo, it’s indescribable! I took mine straight to Brands Hatch to give it a proper run❤ (although I did get black flagged for noise eventually, it’s in my channel 😂) Oh and definitely check with Ferrari for the fuel line recall, despite having a good service history, mine appears to have missed it, so it’s going in to Ferrari Maranello in Egham after Christmas for the update (free of charge)

[@rajsangha911]

Appreciate the feedback - I will definitely be adding a Capristo and checking the fuel line recall 👍🏽

[@fazzeg3]

Beautiful motors these, it’s one of last purest Ferrari I believe, hand built till they went electrically sophisticated with those fancy buttons on steering etc, this engine sings it’s like Ferraris version of vtec goodness, correctly said not the fastest thing compared to todays era but it’s the harmony and gradual power-band increase it’s definitely a drivers car, wow Carnt wait to watch all of these future episodes raj, the cars is in good hands! Congratulations on the purchase! Ohh and targa top so best of both worlds!, fazz!

[@RedRebs]

Cool channel! as soon as I clicked on your videos and saw 2 of my dream cars (red 964 and E30 m3) I had to sub. Gonna binge watch your videos over Christmas. One question though, why didn't you call the channel My GaRaj!

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for the sub and appreciate the feedback. My GaRaj ... a bit cringey no 🤷🏻‍♂️?

[@classiccarfinder]

Stunning car one of the best imo that car with a capristo exhaust is the best sounding car I have driven.

[@rajsangha911]

Couldn't agree more! Currently on the hunt for a Capristo exhaust

[@KirkVSSpock]

The wings have been modified to recess the shields ! I don't think it was a factory option at that time, I know for sure this option has been offered (not really offered seeing the price 😄) on 360 Modena. The previous owner could probably not recess the metal at the hight the shield is supposed to be so they had to move the side indicator lamp. This is very weird !

[@rajsangha911]

You're correct - indicators have been moved and the Scuderia shields have been added/recessed into the wings. Needs to return back to OEM

[@connor45rm85]

Correct

[@briancunningham1975]

New purchase is lovely , this is gonna be interesting. But old Frankenstein in the background is looking absolutely dynamite 👌🏻

[@rajsangha911]

Yes, the 355 should be a fun project. Project Frankenstein is progressing nicely too 👍🏽

[@lv10_football47]

The wings have been modified to fit scudaria badges recessed in and not cheap stickers

[@rajsangha911]

Correct - well spotted 👍🏽

[@hry3556]

@@rajsangha911 in the wrong place too!

[@jamesh2515]

Yep.. noticed Rastorossa found a way to do this .. looking forward to seeing this progress.. with all the twist & turns 👍

[@smOOdiebOOdie]

Liked and subscribed! 🥳

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for subbing!

[@JacobTab_S7_Plus-sg4ju]

Great model, the only down side is that it is GTS, because its flex a lot But can't wait to see your job on it🎉 Merry Christmas from Denmark.

[@rajsangha911]

GTS is that lovely bridge between the Berlinetta and the Spider (IMO) 🙌🏼

[@JacobTab_S7_Plus-sg4ju]

@rajsangha911 you have a point there it is also the Spider that Flex the most, I'm just a hardcore manuel berlinetta man myself when it comes to Ferrari. But all that matter is that its work for you, and no matter the version the 355 is a good platform, With a great great engine. Hope to see all the work you will make on it, work on cambelt and petrol hoses back on the engine is a must.

[@tarek307]

Raj is a true auto enthusiast …regarding front wings , recessed badge wasn’t an option till late 98’ usually you’ll only see it on 99’s

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for watching Tarek and appreciate the feedback. I think the location of the shields is incorrect too?

[@dalamar6228]

Toolkit - would be great to see the leather outside being restored if possible.

[@pauljames3514]

Big pockets needed. I was lucky to own a manual 25 yrs ago. It was and still is the worst car I've ever had and I've had a few cars in my lifetime. Undrivable in the wet poor quality unreliable etc. Engine makes up for rest of it but still wasn't that fast all those years ago and sedentary by today's standards. Good luck and look forward to your restoration

[@mariumrajah]

lol 😂 Bad experience

[@rajsangha911]

They're not that bad at all! I've owned a 355 F1 for 7 years previously and whilst I did not gel with the F1 box I actually still enjoyed driving the car and had zero issues! Agree they are not the quickest by moden standards but classic cars offer so much more!

[@davidhardman8891]

Agreed, it's not that fast. It's the torque figure that lets it down. I owned a manual GTS back in 04/05 (P17GTS if still on that plate), but it drove beautifully once all warmed up. Best sounding car of all time for me (with Tubi and no cats,ahem!) and so pretty that my dad used to sit in my garage with it and have a cup of tea just taking in it's beauty! I miss that car.

[@pauljames3514]

I had a straight through exhaust and decatted sound was incredible also had a mild ecu upgrade raising limit to 9k. People in other cars used to drop their windows as I approached

[@gregmarking6716]

@@davidhardman8891 Agreed they are not that fast and unfortunately none of them ever made the claimed 375bhp. They tend to make around 330bhp, hence why you see it struggle to beat the 300bhp Carrera RS in the drag race video clip.

[@StronzoGarage]

I have a 94 348 spider and I'm doing challenge parts into my car. I'm following this build. Definitely needs a manual to put everything to torque.

[@Petrospect]

Gotta say, definitely look at if it has had the fuel rail recall done so it doesn't end up like Hoovie's. Love these cars, GTS is a keeper. GoldenEye Onatopp spec if it was red on tan but this is maybe even better than that 😉

[@michaelsummerell8618]

IMO I'd much rather see a decent mileage on a car like this - it proves to me that the car has been decently used and not just sat broken and rotting for ages.

[@rajsangha911]

Totally - this one has been driven plenty but loved at the same time. Hopefully I can restore to its former glory!

[@grrfy]

Punto side repeaters.😁Lovely project to have, good luck.

[@kavinskysmith4094]

check the bloody fuel line and make sure its had the recall done, too many have gone up that way already, as alot shortcut the engine out that way, it rubs on the line and it goes up like the hindenberg

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for advice - definitely will check the fuel lines

[@RoeVenturesLLC]

3:11 ya could’ve got a conversion to manual on your previous 355.

[@rajsangha911]

It is quite expensive to do now as parts prices are no longer cheap. Also affects resale values!

[@SchnazzyVideo]

as for the wings, the shield is in the wrong spot. Also, this is a 1995 based on the motor and you couldn't get shielded fenders that year. They are about 3-4" too low. So either whoever did it was super uninformed or they did it before Ferrari started offering it for the 355 and they guessed the wrong location. I'd be suspect if those are real shields or copies. Also $50k in this market for a 6speed GTS with those miles is good, in some ways, it's a great price but in others, it's going to take a while to get this to a higher quality and 10's of thousands of dollars in parts and labor. Thats the tall toolbox which was 1995 only (also for the late 348) in the shape it's in with the missing spanner, it's at least $1000 pounds. If you have the repair can and the cigarette lighter light, add another $400 pounds. I hope you have that right side gravel shield. They are maybe $800+ pounds for that one. Your's is only one year (1995 AGIP) and 6speed which is different than any other year or F1. Left side, is cheap. Most took off the right side to get to the jump post and never put it back on.

[@rajsangha911]

Appreciate the comments and feedback! You're correct with the shields, in the wrong place and should not be on a 95 car. More content and updates coming very soon!

[@guesswho8628]

Favourite car of all time. Subscribed

[@fozpringle1]

Probably best sounding ferrari out there

[@gmain1977]

No best has to have a V12

[@PixelVogue]

Ratarossa all over this LOL Just noticed the thumbnail 🤣🤣

[@rajsangha911]

Haha ... this should be a fun project!

[@26KE185]

Glad you understand

[@sl5946]

Amazing project car

[@rajsangha911]

Should be a fun project 🙌🏼

[@gherasimtibi]

Every guy has a story about how the guy he purchased it from "never had the intention of selling it. Trust me mate, if a man didn't intend to sell it. Then u wouldn't own it.

[@stevey-nwas1230]

Raj you paid 1k...for every 1k mileage done on the car Good luck with your new toy 👍👍👍👍

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks Steve - actually less than £1K per 1K of mileage, especially when you factor in the parts 😉

[@jrbuch]

Placement of the shields looks odd doesn't it? Very interested to see what it takes to get this thing up to scratch. Put a good set of headers and a Capristo/Tubei on it.

[@gregdurrans]

The Shields are located in the wrong part of the wings.

[@rajsangha911]

Correct - aftermarket add-ons!

[@y0057]

Those “badges” should not have been present on both wings! If they did then they should be right above the side blinkers and not beside them🤦🏾‍♂️🙈🙏🏿

[@rajsangha911]

Well done - you're spot on and they need to go!

[@ImperrfectStranger]

The side repeaters seem too close to the doors.

[@notzeus1597]

Watching this, I came with a thought, how abt a look a like restomod? I’d say a touch of modern on the inside, like a pagani interior with that manual yk?

[@badger_claws]

GaRaj® You can have that 👌🏻

[@nickymarriott8400]

strange how Brits love the manuals and the rest of the world love autos

[@shsqshsq]

Wings - modified/recessed badges

[@fjones1914]

One of THE BEST looking Ferrari's ever made.

[@TheDominic1612]

That Porsche is still beautiful.

[@nigelday001]

This is going to be a fun restoration series …

[@t4tonka]

Scuderia shields on the wings.

[@rajsangha911]

Yes, there is an issue with Shields 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@luqmanareington]

Not a lemon lol Good car congrats

[@rajsangha911]

Definitely not a lemon 😊

[@Rajvirdee]

You got a bargain!

[@rajsangha911]

Totally - hence why I couldn't walk away from this project!

[@garethjones2171]

on wings repeater moved back

[@shrewsnose1]

Congratulations she’s a beauty ❤️😎

[@rajsangha911]

Thank you 👊🏼

[@sats7819]

MR2 on the channel!

[@rajsangha911]

Is it the cheapest 355 in the country or the most expensive MR2 in the country 🤦🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@zzhughesd]

993 looks great on non OEM rims

[@rajsangha911]

thanks buddy 👊🏼

[@SF_Native]

“I have a surprise for you!… More parts for my car!!!!” 😂

[@rajsangha911]

Still need more parts no doubt!

[@zubairhaffejee1707]

I see this F355 is an early 2.7 motronic car but it has an airbag wheel from the later 5.2 motronic car. I see the SF shields are mounted a bit low next to the indicators or should I say side repeaters.

[@rajsangha911]

Spot on with all your points. Shields need to go and that steering wheel will be changed in due course too!

[@zubairhaffejee1707]

@@rajsangha911 since it being a gts, you definitely going to find some rust under those black Sill covers. The brass valve guides also pack up but from 1998 up to 1999 Ferrari kind of sorted the problem out but there were still some '98/'99 cars having valve guide failures. The headers always crack, OEM cats always pack up too(mainly because of high octane racing fuels) exhaust valves rattle too but some owners wire them up. Many other stuff to look out for but yeah😁😁

[@ImperrfectStranger]

Some 2.7 US cars had an airbag. Not sure about the UK.

[@zubairhaffejee1707]

@@ImperrfectStranger nope u.k didn't.

[@bastogne315]

I have mazda 3 manual 2010. Corners likes it on rails.

[@mrgrumpy771]

You are gonna need a bigger bank account.....! Good luck! That said the car is in good condition and has been used which is vital.

[@rajsangha911]

Luckily I have businesses I can lean on for support 👌🏼

[@shopsmile9336]

We need a cleaning video of this car

[@ThomasLyon-k2t]

Hi Raj, are the indicators in the wrong place

[@rajsangha911]

they are indeed 👊🏼

[@crdsaleen]

Its perfect for me the way it is

[@maxboost259]

355's never got shields recessed in the fenders

[@rajsangha911]

I think the final year did - the earlier ones definitely did not have shields!

[@jamestoohey2082]

Love that car

[@SchnazzyVideo]

easy to convert an F1 to 6speed. you do need a couple parts that are easily (funny enough) sourced. Takes a few hours to convert. If you are pedantic then you also may replace the cluster and remove the flappy paddles but why? if these ever go back down to reasonable prices I'll pick up a 2nd one but it will be F1, maybe in yellow or blue, and GTS top as mine isn't any of those.

[@brynholmes4965]

Has it had the bronze valve guides changed for later steel replacements Raj? Any evidence the manifolds have been replaced?

[@teanomeano123]

Nothing like a RARI!

[@rajsangha911]

Totally 😎

[@ShannonSouthAfrica]

The MOST beautiful Ferrari ever made

[@shamnaran6553]

Something about the emblems on the wing is not right

[@rajsangha911]

You're correct - I will discuss this in more depth in the next episode 👍🏽

[@Chase.H.Q]

Odd comment about US and the miles, they are by the far the worst market for expecting Ferraris to have low miles. You have that the wrong way round

[@rajsangha911]

It's only what I've noticed - could be wrong though 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@mike72168]

@@rajsangha911 If you compare a UK car to a US car with the same miles the UK car would be potentially in worst shape due to the state of the roads and climate.

[@kelebogilenkosi4989]

Bag it🔥

[@teanomeano123]

Sacrilege

[@rajsangha911]

🤣🤔

[@Cheektovegas]

348s had F1 trans option

[@red9zero]

RAJ plate, lower it, wheels, paint, sort the dodgey shields. Bosh ! ❤

[@rajsangha911]

You make it sound so simple 🤣🤣

[@red9zero]

@rajsangha911 Have it done by the new year 😁

[@JamesBevenourMD]

love it

[@darrenboston342]

Must be selling plenty of stereos!!🤔

[@rajsangha911]

selling stereo's is just one part of the business - it all helps though 🙌🏼

[@darrenboston342]

@ don’t forget those extra lines!!

[@ektrolleyboy]

Cheap, or “project” 355’s only make sense if you’re able to do the jobs yourself… If not? You’re better off spending 30k more for a good one. Anyway. Take the sill guards off and see the rust flowers poking through. I dare you!!! 😂

[@rajsangha911]

Luckily many parts were included with the car - plus I can lean on businesses in the trade for support 👍🏽

[@ektrolleyboy]

@ For you, I’m sure it’ll be an easier and more cost effective task. For average Joe, it’s a dangerous game! I still can’t believe this channel is struggling for sub’s. I just don’t get-it. Perhaps you need to address your key words in the description. Just put “Lamborghini” in every title. 🤭

[@jayhuss7684]

I knew it! Lovely car. Arguably the best Ferrari

[@rajsangha911]

Thank you 🙌🏼

[@mariumrajah]

Excellent work Subbed to your channel Keep up the good work ❤🫡

[@rajsangha911]

Thanks for the sub 👍🏽

[@garethjones2171]

love it i have 348

[@rajsangha911]

I love 348's too 👊🏼

[@easygroove3204]

old bloke by me has one,same colour,he never uses it it stuck on his drive,

[@rajsangha911]

These cars need to be driven !

[@minneso5424]

Rajesh its cool

[@rajsangha911]

It's Raj 👍🏼😊

[@frankiewalnuts]

You're missing a 10mm spanner

[@rajsangha911]

Ahh - I must have missed that! Let me check on ebay 😊