The Definitive Ferrari 458 Speciale Buying Guide

[@Romansinternational]

*Would you take the 458 Speciale or 488 Pista? And why?*

[@CAM792]

Speciale. Looks.

[@nt11924]

Speciale sound and na Pista looks a lil better but both looks good

[@fahammasood5782]

body of the 488 pista engine of the 458 speciale. in heaven i would want that

[@Romansinternational]

Wonder if anyone will ever be brave enough to try this 🤔😅

[@fahammasood5782]

@@Romansinternational i know thats why i said Heaven😉

[@stevenanker]

This is, by far, the most in depth video I've come across for a 458 S. Most videos focus on performance and it's hard to find detailed info on spec options. Great work

[@Romansinternational]

Thanks Steven, we aim to give a new and unique perspective and feel this is what we can offer. Thanks again for the feedback

[@5parky]

Welcome to Romans, it’s how they do

[@tazionuvolari3593]

Fantastic video - as a Speciale owner, that was very informative and valuable. I have mine with triplo strata giallo plus black/ grey stripe - just like the media car (reg 458 FNE) that you saw in all the reviews. For mine, the V8's are best in that colour - as my son says, like an angry hornet. Easily the best Ferrari I've ever driven. All credit to the engineers for the newer turbo and hybrid engines, but the Speciale V8 is like nothing they've ever produced.

[@miguelmc2289]

Always wanted to learn more about the Speciale and know an expert's opinion. What a joy of a video! Now I can have more accurate dreams

[@Romansinternational]

😅 Well put Miguel! Thanks for the kind words 🙌

[@coversinc.2207]

It is rare that I can relate to something this much

[@joshuaflowers9684]

Yes I am actually in the market for one of these...

[@meatpackingindustryworker3127]

With a name like "Joshua Flowers" you should be in the market for a new boyfriend.

[@jackvanepps7301]

if you really are, congratulations!

[@NoName-oq8qu]

@@meatpackingindustryworker3127 ok meat packer.

[@insidious714]

@@meatpackingindustryworker3127 Gotta love the unsolicited commentary of a jealous observer

[@syahminoraini]

This man right here really know how to explain well. You just nailed it sir 👍🏻

[@Romansinternational]

Thanks Syahmi for your kind words, glad you enjoyed it!

[@LS-tk7hp]

great video. its really interesting and i think this is a very great explanation. the 458 is a really special car, the base version is one of the best entry supercars because you get everything you want for a relatively cheap price, if you care about value a lot you can get an aperta, if you care more about getting the best driving experience and you dont care about the value the speciale coupe is perfect because it saves you 250-400k compared to the aperta but its much more exclusive than the 458 coupe/spider. if you cant find a 458 version fitting your needs you probably dont even know your needs

[@joea1746]

Really enjoyed the detail explanation of those beautiful automobiles. From the design, cost and maintenance your video was truly informative. I hope those Ferrari owners and potential owners enjoyed this video as much as I did. Although I would never be able to afford such a beauty, it was a enjoyable video to watch. Well done. Thanks👍

[@danielrigby9984]

Great video! Bit late for me having bought one last year, but really good insight into how different colours, specs etc affect regal ability.

[@Romansinternational]

Glad it was helpful Daniel, you are the owner of a truly speciale vehicle!

[@CAM792]

Great video!! I used to love the launch spec, but that white one with that stripe is gorgeous!! Let’s see one on the road..

[@robertmarr8991]

Great informative video.I would have the 458 speciale because of the naturally aspirated engine.As you stated these cars are most likely to have higher appreciation in the future.Cheers from Australia.

[@Romansinternational]

We think so too Robert! 📈 Lets see where prices are in 10 years time!

[@robertmarr8991]

@@Romansinternational Probably astronomical.(haha)

[@saulgoodman1965]

Love this sort of videos !!

[@Romansinternational]

Thanks for the feedback Saul, glad you enjoyed it!

[@saulgoodman1965]

@@Romansinternational can you do a video on market watch briefly on wide variety on vehicles , it would help in next purchase

[@alaind747]

Love learning about these cars

[@gianniloco8691]

Learn how to make money to afford one*

[@Toys_Ferrari488Pista_BMWM3Comp]

Really great guide and advice on the 458 Speciale. Very informative. Thanks 👍🏻

[@brad7425]

I really love this car, especially this red color with white and blue stipe.

[@Lua_iqova]

Romans with the beautifully specced Ferraris ❤️

[@Romansinternational]

Looks like you would know from your profile picture @SF 😍!

[@timmietz]

Azzuro Dino at 6:06 is just 🔥🔥🔥

[@jf6853]

Love this channel. Love the blue 812 they currently have in stock! 👍

[@Romansinternational]

Good choice!

[@robertmorgan8581]

Such fantastic cars, so tempted to get one into the garage.

[@2klzthings882]

We need to see more content like this

[@Romansinternational]

Thanks 2Klz we’ll keep it coming!

[@2klzthings882]

@@Romansinternational aventadoor next?

[@jealva]

I’m in the U.S. and I thank you for posting this video as I am currently negotiating the purchase of a Speciale. Can I get your thoughts? The dealer told me that they had to repaint the hood (including NART stripe) and front bumper because the PPF had not protected the 4000 mile car from rock chips from road and some track use. Does that affect the value?

[@designed4yous]

Yes but is a common issue with Ferraris. In Europe, a refinished bumper is not so much a taboo thing as rock chips are a part of driving a low car. In the US collectors seem to care more about original paint. That said, a reasonable number of cars get some touch up work at port of arrival. Also European delivery cars also get it before they ship out to the US

[@user-gl2eq2ly4g]

I'd love to hear your update for 2023

[@mikklustmets4239]

I do prefer painted Scuderia shield.

[@redadk6173]

I love it when you go for the details my favorite video and my favorite car 🥰🥰

[@joezambanini520]

Great video, very informative. Keep up the good work and can't wait for to watch the next one TOM.

[@Romansinternational]

Thank you for your kind words Joe, glad you enjoyed it. Stay tuned, we've got some exciting content planned for this year!

[@juanmaldonado3281]

WAW. AWAYS. THE. BEST. REVIEWS. EVER. REALY. TNKS. VERY. PROFECIONAL. AND. TO THE POINT...TNKS...BEST EVER...HY FROM PUERTO RICO...

[@jameshobman9878]

Great video, even better if you'd have fired one up and taken it for a quick spin.

[@skylerssupercarlife348]

This video is a good sales tool for you. Keep it up.

[@Romansinternational]

Thanks, will do!

[@timmietz]

Great car for sure. Last NA V8 Ferrari. But I chose the Scud. To me it more raw and genuine sports car.

[@Romansinternational]

Great choice Tim! 👌

[@sureshnandwani2477]

Excellent video - nice presentation. Do you export your cars (right hand drives) to Singapore?

[@f1racer248]

458 Speciale plus 812 Superfast. The last of Ferrai's NA engines. My collection pieces.

[@xetexuk12]

Great no bullshit guide, nice

[@designed4yous]

Didn’t talk about the issue with belt slip on some cars causing 8-9k rpm squeak

[@markwatson4106]

What a brilliant video. Would love to know what the delivery mileage one is up for.

[@Franckmuller]

What's your opinion about the option HELE? Different battery, AC compressor, etc.

[@Toys_Ferrari488Pista_BMWM3Comp]

Superbly informative video!

[@Octagoncardin]

How do I identify one in the launch spec

[@angelaghairah]

Saving this for when the time finally comes (it may never will)

[@74SD455TA]

Absolutely, thats what I did, saved and invested (no kids) and now own a 2015 SpecialeA. It can happen

[@rahuljayachandran4128]

What's your all time favourite car Tom?Mine is a speciale-btw lovely content like always🙂

[@EnigmaticChillout]

Looking to buy a speciale, wish me luck!

[@timmietz]

There are 2 Signal Green cars in the US.

[@manosalvolantemx]

Great video, can you make one of the aventador

[@Romansinternational]

Great idea and definitely one we would like to do, we shall put this on the ideas board! Thanks for your suggestion and support!

[@ghowells5433]

Enjoyed the video, top quality

[@Romansinternational]

Much appreciated!

[@firststep7750]

Was there an option to have the badges painted on?

[@jk3838]

I”m interested to find out why some stripes go all the way to the front of the bonnet, and some finish in the bonnet ducts, and what effect that has on the values

[@designed4yous]

There were two different stripe styles to choose from when ordering.

[@SwissGunGuy]

Can you retrofit the harness to a Speciale "from factory" without creating a conflict with the initial spec (thereby affecting value)?

[@danielrigby9984]

I was told you could by the dealership when I purchased mine recently, but I have the harness so enquired about normal belts. Told cost either way is about £4,000!!

[@kazukinishimura526]

Do you have to charge the battery even if you're gonna use it everyday??

[@julianmajor9448]

Please make more of these!

[@sandyvalentin3072]

Beautiful car.. I don’t know why Mr. JWW sold his that was my favorite car that he owned.

[@MarcSob22]

I love the Speciale!! But i after drive the Pista on the track i take the Pista but the Speciale come close! And one thing the 458 Italia come out in 2009 not 2010!

[@2006Vantage]

Why is a sticker stripe “more acceptable on a 430 Scuderia”? Factory stripe is under the (flat) clear coat no different than the Speciale….

[@74aamer]

Very informative excellent video

[@user-zs9pj2rg6z]

Cool video. Keep them coming.

[@RNX09]

Another great video! Amazing spec.

[@Romansinternational]

Thanks for the feedback @RNXlaks, glad you enjoyed it!

[@TheLambo123254]

amazing video - thx for this

[@Specialeslim]

I will have both the speciale and pista in matching blue paint work in 2030!!

[@kw0017]

The white car is perfect

[@richardcarter1000]

Great insight. Thanks

[@mitchrich6]

One of my dream cars 💜

[@Gibbo205]

AWESOME VIDEO - I am in the market for a high mileage Speciale if you come across one as I shall be driving the car regular so a low mileage garage queen is wasted on me. ;)

[@steffydog]

Thank you.

[@UnChavitoBien]

fav v8 ferrari ever, then the f40

[@VerangaF430]

Delivery miles? What is the point in that?

[@littrandemakerjovy3770]

To sell it and make profit

[@VerangaF430]

@@littrandemakerjovy3770 sure if you have money to buy one what is the point of making a small profit. Rather drive the damn thing. Not everything is about money.

[@investorservices302]

Great content!

[@flyinghedgehog3833]

Delivery mileage? Crazy

[@lynchygt233]

Great video and in sign language too 🙌🏼👐🏼👏🏼🤘🏼👌🏼🖖🏼👋🏼🖐🏼☝🏼👇🏼

[@10Tenths]

Could sticky buttons be a potential issue?

[@ekological]

They are. Mine has them :(

[@edwardtran1974]

I had all sticky parts repainted in smooth matt paint at Ferrari shop. Only costed £2500.

[@mustafagezer1980]

Dream car 👍🏼

[@ferrari7129]

perfect guide

[@Rosso456MGT]

458 Speciale all day long but must be black interior with harnesses and stripe

[@bondy284]

Brilliant channel 👏👏👏🇦🇺

[@kratosshit4100]

Idk why I always remember speciale with yellow paint and blue stripes instead of red paint with blue stripes

[@MarkAllen-xt1wm]

The guy: How to buy a 458 S Me: *A high school student with no money* *Hmm, why not?*

[@rileyberkowitz]

Lmao

[@tntbros_exotic]

NA has the best exhaust sound

[@juanmaldonado3281]

458 anytime. BEST EVER FERRARI

[@docmarc36]

excellent

[@Z4Man199]

The A will be hitting a million in 3 years

[@commasNculture]

Speciale with no stripe 😍

[@user-gl2eq2ly4g]

488 Pista Piloti?????

[@roymejias7307]

Este auto es el mío.

[@ivnplaintmodulas2348]

This is just how these cars should spend the rest of there lives, in a show room for safe keeping until 2040, for a Pebble Beach Show !!!

[@robertlulek1634]

I will take a 458 general 458 spider over a pistato spider any day. Well the pista is beautiful blistering fast better handling all around. The beauty of the 458 and the naturally aspirated sound is unbeatable.after all where are you going to use all that speed anyway and the 458 has plenty of speed for the natural street.unless you are a track person and want to track your cars the 458 is less money and it is a better more enjoyable car than the pista. I test drove the pista and I was so disappointed in the sound it's just lacking emotion as far as I'm concerned

[@Romansinternational]

There's no denying that the 458 Italia and Spider now offer incredible value for money and certainly have that added charm from the naturally aspirated engines. However, what the 488 platform lacks in sound it makes up for in sheer performance. Different powertrains, whether it be NA, turbocharged, hybrid, fully electric all give us different driving experiences. They say variety is the spice of life after all.

[@robertlulek1634]

@@Romansinternational well I would say this.prior I had a Lamborghini supervolachi roadster which I really liked I love the sound the drama the look. I saw her McLaren 720S decimating it in a quarter mile drag race and sold my SV for a McLaren. I had three McLaren spiders since that time. Well they're very great performing cars they are nowhere as fun as let's say my Lamborghini performante spider.granted in a straight line performance the Lamborghinis are nowhere near as fast as the McLaren. But I'm sorry and naturally aspirated engine is far superior to any turbo engine. That being said I would not mind having a Porsche exclusive series which I'm about to buy for a very good price.but I've traded my McLaren 720S spider since then for a poor speedster which is far slower. And you know what? The speedster is a blast with that manual gear shift. The sound the whole experience. And while I did not drive the pista that long it just did not compare and fun and value for me

[@robertlulek1634]

@@Romansinternational these photos are some of my past rides The first orange coupe that you see was my first McLaren I was gravely disappointed when I traded my Lamborghini super valace for the McLaren. As you know the McLaren is even slightly faster than the pista.I would even tell you the McLaren with a sports exhaust basic sounds better than a pista. outside of the badge in the name the McLaren is a better performer and handling car than the pista as well. but the McLaren pales in comparison to my 458 spider which I absolutely love.My Lamborghini performante was another one that I absolutely love driving more than the McLaren. And as I have said I just traded my McLaren spider the one with the carbon hood in the photo for the Porsche speedster. One day of driving the speedster and I fell in love with it.You owe me forced induction vehicle I would ever buy again would be a Porsche turbo S cabriolet and that's it. And it certainly not for the sound lol

[@robertoferrari5397]

...i bought a new Hotwheel when i was at the market today.

[@yaysyshsuy4825]

Don’t agree on the leather seats, alcantara doesn’t smell great

[@mateusztommy]

add like I would like to comeback.

[@facundorimoldi5027]

Speciale over pista!

[@philippebeinaerts]

I realize this comment exposes me as a non-Ferrari owner, but delivery mileage on one of these just sounds like a crime to me. That Silverstone grey coupé with the black stripe is the one!

[@topdawg1692]

million bucks today,

[@DB-fn3fz]

Ferrari Buyer's Guide Step 1: buy whichever one your inner child desires because life is way too short to be buying cars for other people to buy from you later

[@kb101ist]

who's here waiting for him to talk about a chiron? ;)

[@JesusHernandez-cg4in]

Jesus Hernandez

[@IamMotionMedia]

me watching with $500 in my Bank Acc

[@mehmetylmaz5004]

😎😎🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😎

[@pheehatumelo5195]

White spec cur

[@bljuzga]

S🅱️innala

[@74SD455TA]

He couldn't get the value of these correct but thats OK. Aperta's today $ 950,000.00

[@timcomer3513]

The signatures on the engine look like crap a beautiful piece of machinery ruined by scribbling way to go owner

[@gefreiterkurzmaul]

So the best looking engine in the world ruined by scribbles and graffiti, and can't even be removed because it's under the lacquer. Pass.

[@bitzannbobz]

LOL buyers guide. stop trolling me

[@malp6280]

hmm, no I cant really agree with much of this upload.. as its more of a "we're struggling to sell our 458 specials" lets make a video trying to promote there rarity & increased value!! however they've been struggling for afew years to sell at the artificially high prices on the open market place "the cars as a whole!" if anyone's watched examples listed for months on end you'll have noticed those prices dropping significantly & still the cars haven't sold, don't forget these are old cars now.... comparing these against the pista, well "that's pointless" many ppl got stung with the "must have bug" only to realise they cant flog them for a premium as ferrari are selling them on the open market ie not a limited run! again you'll see many being stagnant listed for sale at a stupid artificial price as the owner/dealer is trying to make a pretty penny.. only for the car to go unsold & again you'll have also seen several dealers reducing that "artificial price" still trying to sell the car & again 'its still going unsold' realistically ppl should find a car they like & enjoy driving it, rather then worrying about resale values. It's the collector elements that are damaging the market places.... as buying a delivery mileage car these days well, your more likely to see worrying repair work due to the car not being used then looking & buying a used example "don't forget these are cars & should be driven/enjoyed" rather then sitting in a garage/storage collecting dust. also to prove another point, its funny how we see romans using a storage place keeping cars off the market "trying to retain higher values" as per most other higher end dealers & that's also hurting the market, as ppl are more aware of what dealers do to make sure they see a higher profit. sorry to say "1st dislike!"

[@Romansinternational]

Mal, unfortunately you are very mistaken. We certainly have not made this video because "we're struggling to sell our Speciales". In fact quite the opposite. We've sold 2 in quick succession recently and the white car has been in stock for 2 weeks only. Whilst I do know there are some cars on the market at other dealers for a long time that is not a fair reflection of the overall market or a fair reflection of why Romans make videos. We're not the only people selling Speciales recently either, and unless you are looking on the market for Speciales every single day you won't see the Speciales that come in and out and sell very quickly. With regards to your comments on collectors damaging the market this is a fairly unsubstantiated remark. The market is big enough for collectors, driving enthusiasts and for anyone who is fortunate enough to buy one of these cars and these people should be allowed to use their cars as they see fit. If you had 20-30 cars in your collection you wouldn't have much time to drive them all either. The 2 cars we have in storage belong to our chairman as part of his personal collection, they are not for sale so why you think that is "hurting the market" when they are not even on the market is an interesting comment. They were actually bought a few years ago and we can tell you if we sold them today there would be no profit in the cars at all so you are wrong there. Thanks though for your comments, its always interesting to see what different people think but perhaps a little bit more fact finding before making such remarks wouldn't go amiss!

[@royd72]

@@Romansinternational 👏👏👏