Found My F355

I placed my first post on the Forum as a "member" on 3-22-05, entitled "Guidance With F355 Purchase". With the insightful guidance of Enzo250GTO, Boxer, Stradale, and Dr. Bob I immediately set out to find my dream. I have GREAT news: I bought it!!

After much research, test-driving, and searching high and low across the country (mostly on the internet), I came across my brilliant yellow 1999 F355 GTB. I went back and forth with much toil between all three models, but I finally settled on the Berlinetta as the model with the least hassles (i.e. leaks and squeeks). I am absolutely blown away by the example that I found. It has only 3,690 miles on it and is in "museum" condition both inside and out. It is simply gorgeous!

As I live in Boston and the car resided in Eugene, OR, I had it towed to Ron Tonkin Gran Turismo in Portland, OR for a PPI. I must say that the crew at Ron Tonkin GT are absolutely phenominal, to put it mildly. Chris, Kelly, and Jaremy have been treating me like a King throughout the process. The PPI went 100% smoothly; however the car had never gone through a major service. I am having Ron Tonkin GT perform the 30K service (belts, seals, and just about everything else!) as we speak. I am also having them install a TUBI for me as well. I also am having them install a trickle-charger on the battery in the event I have to let it sit for more than a few weeks. Lastly, I am having a custom 3M clear bra applied to protect my new baby. I hate road rash!!

I will officially register my vehicle on the site as soon as I receive it within the month. My F355 will be on a truck to Boston during the first week of June and I simply can't wait for it to arrive!! I hope to eventually include some pictures as well.

Thank you all once again for your insights and direction at a critical time for me in the purchase of my first Ferrari.

I hope to someday meet some of you guys on the roads!!