am I mad? thinking about buying a "classic"

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One to consider?

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Tubi equipped beauty with low mileage and great history
http://classifieds.pistonheads.com/clas ... man/712233

These guys came recommended as they are suggested to sell more 456's than anyone else in the UK (Ask for Mike Wheeler)
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Nooo that's nasty looking!
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Have to agree with the Benmeister, that is proper ugly. And the engine's in the wrong place. ;)

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Aesthetics are subjective. Surely you two ugly bastards know that ;)
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Stuart wrote:The deliberation and trawling through sites should be part of the fun. If it's not fun, maybe this isn't the right time for this kind of car? It's like the anticipation of a holiday or Christmas (time off/time away, you get the gist). I always find enjoyment in savouring the chase or build up to anything like that, nearly as much as the completion of a successful hunt!

You're probably aware of the large Ferrari/Maserati/Porsche dealership in Colchester, right? As that's not too far from your folks gaff, why not head up there one day and enjoy the whole pampering process? Phone in advance so that they know you are a serious potential customer and treat the experience as a field trip :)

Shopping for Ferrari's, Porsche's or any other semi-exotic should never become frustrating buddy. I feel like you need a session on the couch- therapy style!!

Well we all know it's the thrill of the chase for you bud or you wouldn't change so often :)

It's not that I'm not enjoying it, it's just that usually I know what I want so that part is enjoyable. However, this is being bought for different reasons and use and there is sooo much choice i find it frustrating cos I want to get something. If I hadn't found the performance of the stock 993 a little disappointing then I reckon i'd have one coming buy now, but as i can get in a 355 for less money it makes it a diffuclt decision.

I am however enjoying the ride :)

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Ben wrote:Nooo that's nasty looking!

That is one thing you cannot say about a 456. When they came out they were absolutely stunning and still are. Just that the wheels look a bit small compared to todays cars

550s have also featured in todays autotrader session. And 348s

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Sorry Christian i have to agree with Ben and Dan!
Keep with the SL idea mate and a bit of understated classy wafting around.:thumbs: You have the mighty GTR for balls out thrills. Almost all performance cars are going to leave you wanting after that.:D
Don`t go for an over priced (and non too pretty) fiat!:D

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Wow! Now thats a good looking car:drool5: And what a price!

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Vantage, smantage :)
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