What do you know/think guys about this car, any reliability problems with this car ? thanks !

 

It's a Ferrari. Of course it has reliability problems!

 

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get a PPI w/ compression/leak down test for any issues w/ valves & guides.
there a lot a smaller things as well which you'll be better served on fchat.

 

Nonsense.

 

I've had one of each and both were trouble free but admittedly I don't keep cars long! These cars are a real value, and some believe it will be the next Daytona in terms of collectibility. Classic V-12, front engine, beautiful car. The car still had dreaded timing belts, but they the engine placement and figuration make it a relatively easy job unlike a number of later Ferrari models - some being engine out services to do belts. Both of mine were 6-speeds.

 

My uncle has one and he'd always take me for rides in it a few years back. The car is a torque monster, but at one time I remember him telling me he had two timing belt jobs in one year on the car. He did the work on the car himself.

 

I saw a 550 at Ferrari independent shop yesterday while getting high flow cats installed for my 360.

I asked the shop owner about the reliability of 550/575. He said these modern are quite reliable if well maintained and they are a blast to drive. Just a bit heavy.

 

I've owned 9 Ferraris with no reliabilty problems. It's all about purchasing the right car and maintaining properly.

 

I think these 550's look great. A true "gentlemen's" car. Especially in that movie Bad Boys II where Will Smith was driving it. The engine note sounded intoxicating.

 

Very solid from my research. I am in the market for one right now, as a matter of fact, so have done a lot of research. GL.

 

Great looking car still to this day. You shouldn't have any problems. I know people who have owned both of the 550 and the 575. They had no problems and loved them. I'd get one.

 

I had a 550 Maranello and it wasn't too bad of a maintenance problem. The 575M is a longer wheel base car not sure of the reliability. Expect to spend $2,500 - 5,000 a year no matter what Ferrari you buy

 

575 is an updated version of the 550.

i own a 575. it has been trouble free.

imho, 550's are more troublesome. motor mounts, plenum houses, shock actuators as well as various sensors seem to be trouble spots. the dash leather seems to have more shrinkage problems. the center console is prone to wear.

look for a loved car that has been serviced with records. any Fcar without is a much harder sell and should be priced accordingly.

 

If you don't mind answering,

How long have you owned the car?

How many miles/yr?

How much on maintenance, repairs, service since date of purchase?