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Newsletter 68 – THE FERRARI 348

By August 8, 2024Comments Off on Newsletter 68 – THE FERRARI 348

The Ferrari 348 outperformed its predecessor, the Ferrari 328, in every which way.

The Ferrari 348 boasted superior horsepower, with faster acceleration, and an impressive higher top speed. However, journalists often repeat the narrative that it had its flaws, and of course, the then-new CEO of Ferrari also criticized its performance.

Despite all of  this, the F355 that followed was even faster while still maintaining most of the excellent body and coachwork.
Ferrari 348 side front view
Upon its introduction in 1989, the Ferrari 348 quickly became the highlight of European motor shows, with production continuing and being refined until 1995. The 348 premiered at the Frankfurt Auto Show in September 1989, where it was awarded ‘Best in Show.

The 348 Ferrari

The Ferrari 348 was the last V8 mid-engine model developed by Enzo Ferrari before his passing and is also considered the last of the analogue Ferraris. Its engine featured a dry-sump oil system to prevent oil starvation at high speeds and during hard cornering.
Weighing only 1370kg, the 348’s lightweight nature is partly due to the absence of power steering and airbags, setting it apart from modern cars loaded with sensors, chips, and computers. This is a purely analogue machine.

The 348 Ferrari
The electronics in the Ferrari 348 are focused on essential systems like ABS and twin Bosch engine computers. It also features a self-diagnostic air-conditioning system. However, the absence of modern technology has a significant advantage: enhanced reliability and fewer costly components to replace or maintain.

Without unnecessary lights, buttons, and gadgets, the first thing you notice when starting up a 348 is the sound. Unlike the rumble typical of Detroit engines, you hear a distinctive, Formula 1-inspired symphony. Between 4000rpm and the 7500rpm redline, the engine produces a unique note that only a Ferrari can achieve.

The 348 Ferrari

The styling of the ionic Ferrari 348 is nothing short of being absolutely brilliant.

It was designed by a Pininfarina stylist, Leonardo Fioravanti, and it takes all its cues from the legendary Testarossa. This is done by including the iconic horizontal strakes along the sides. The nose design echoes that of the F40, two of the most iconic Ferraris that were ever made.

It’s simply crazy to believe that some journalists have the nerve to suggest Fioravanti’s work on the 348 was not up to standard.

The 348 boasts an extremely low stance, comparable to the F355 and lower than the 360, 430, 458, and 488 that followed. Inside, the Connolly leather interior is clean, sleek, and retains a contemporary look even after more than 25 years.

In terms of performance, while a modern hot hatch might outpace it off the line, reaching 100km/h in about 5.3 seconds, the 348 shines at higher speeds. Its low mass and aerodynamic design allow it to reach 200km/h almost as quickly and continue accelerating up to 270km/h. At lower speeds, the 348 corners brilliantly, with steering that is both positive and precise.

 

AVAILABLE AT FERRIS
1990 348tb
Rosso Corsa with Tan interior
55,000km’s

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Waranty We have the perfect classic car extended warranty and protection plan for you, so you always have a choice of terms and coverage that meets your needs, at an affordable price, for one or two years.
Currently we are the only car dealership in South Africa that offers this warranty, and if you are a buyer of a luxury car, it can be the safety net that encourages you to take that leap. Even if you already have a vehicle, its not too late to get that peace of mind.
Making a big purchase is a huge deal, you want to make sure you are investing in a quality product.
A Warranty Agreement can be a vote of confidence that benefits the buyer/owner.
Under our warranty you will be covered for the most vital components on your vehicle including towing should you find yourself stranded.
We also offer additional benefits such as Car Hire & Overnight Accommodation.

Contact Ferris Cars 082 851 3300

As always, we are looking for stock to buy or consign.
We specialise in Ferrari but cater for all, high end, luxury, sports, classic and supercars.
Contact Paul: 082 851 3300
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Newsletter 67 – FERRARI 308 GT4 DINO Icon or Imposter?

By April 6, 2024Comments Off on Newsletter 67 – FERRARI 308 GT4 DINO Icon or Imposter?

This is about a much misunderstood car, the Ferrari Dino 308 GT4.
For years, many people have said that this is not a real Ferrari. They’ve said that because of issues with the badge, because of the engine and, most notably perhaps, because of the way it looks!
Is that justified at all?
We don’t think so………………

GT4
The differences of opinion started, mainly because the cars were not badged as Ferrari’s, as homage to Enzo’s son Dino, as was the case with the 246, this put a lot of customers off.
Consequently, they turned out to be a difficult sell and Ferrari sent all the dealers Ferrari badging. As a result, many of the cars available today have mixed badging, some parts Dino, some parts Ferrari, and in some cases, cars after 1975, are being passed of as “Dino’s” when they are just Gt4’s.
So, the Dino thing has become a bit of a curiosity, which, If anything, it adds to it’s appeal!
The most controversial part though is that the design was done by Bertone. It was actually Marcelo Gandini, who also penned the Lamborghini Countach and the Lancia Stratos, and indeed you can absolutely see echoes of the Stratos all over this car.

The 308 gt4 was launched at the 1973 Paris motor show and for Ferrari it was actually a car of many firsts. It was the first time they used a designer other than Pininfarina, it was Ferrari’s first v8, and it was one of only two mid-engine, 2+2 (The Mondial being the only other), so its in the rare Ferrari category.

The gt4 is longer than the original Dino (246), by 21cm and by having the engine transverse, with the gearbox underneath, meant that the space for the rear seats was easily attainable.
This really set the trend for small, mid-engine Ferraris that followed and made the gt4 a significant car.
At the time, people said “it doesn’t look like a Ferrari, it’s a wedge shape, it’s too much like a Lamborghini”, “It was done by a Lamborghini designer”, “It’s a junior Ferrari”, “It doesn’t have a v12”, and so it was kind of pillory.
The 246 also only had a six cylinder rather than a 12 but, probably because of its beauty, it was somewhat immune from all the criticism.

Another controversial thing about the gt4 was the looks, very wedge shaped, but when you consider it’s a 2+2 and what they had to work with, its fantastic. The quintessential 70’s sports car shape.
The gt4’s was really designed as gt car, and when you get to the inside, you find it airy with plenty of space and all-round good vision from all the windows.
There is surprisingly good space in the back seats too, mainly because, in the driving seat you are sitting quite far forward and you can literally only just see the very start of the bonnet which, makes you feel like you’re sort of on top of it and quite in command of the way it’s going to turn.
The pedals are offset to the center, but it doesn’t feel unnatural at all, it sort of pivots you a little bit towards the center line of the car, which works pretty well.
The gt4 has a lot of structural rigidity and it turns with a natural feel, it doesn’t load up in the corners, and is perfectly balanced. So, once you’re running, although it’s not assisted, the steering is really quite delicate.
The gear box is smooth and, of course, has the famous gated shifter which as now become iconic.

The dash layout is amazing, the way it sort of wraps around, all the instrumentation, everything you need is in front of you. A few switches are set out of your eye line, but they are the de-mister, choke and ventilation controls. In terms of lay-out, it is ergonomically miles ahead of a 308 or 328.


For a car from the 70’s, the gt4 has a pretty respectable 0-100 time of just under 7 seconds and a top speed of 240kmh
Is this a real Ferrari? …………………………. Absolutely, its as Ferrari as they come, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise!!

1975
Ferrari 308 Dino gt4
52,000Km’s
Rosso Corsa / Black Interior
P.O.A.
AVAILABLE NOW

Enquiries: PAUL – 082 851 3300

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Whether it’s a car, plane, watch, house, whiskey collection, it matters not!
You can buy anything using your cryptocurrency.

We facilitate the purchase because 99.9% of retail outlets don’t accept crypto, no problem, we’ll get it done for you!
We have spent the last year optimizing our system to ensure it is
A) 100% safe
B) 100% Legitimate

Contact: Tommy 082 929 2227

If you would like to explore the numerous possibilities and advantages of using your crypto power!!

Our Luxury Vehicle Warranty, offers extended cover for luxury and classic cars, regardless of make or model, up to 30 years and under 120 000km.

We have the perfect classic car extended warranty and protection plan for you, so you always have a choice of terms and coverage that meets your needs, at an affordable price, for one or two years.
Currently we are the only car dealership in South Africa that offers this warranty, and if you are a buyer of a luxury car, it can be the safety net that encourages you to take that leap. Even if you already have a vehicle, its not too late to get that peace of mind.
Making a big purchase is a huge deal, you want to make sure you are investing in a quality product.
A Warranty Agreement can be a vote of confidence that benefits the buyer/owner.
Under our warranty you will be covered for the most vital components on your vehicle including towing should you find yourself stranded.
We also offer additional benefits such as Car Hire & Overnight Accommodation.

Contact Ferris Cars 082 851 3300

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Newsletter 65 – INVESTING WITH CRYPTOCURRENCY

By February 8, 2024Comments Off on Newsletter 65 – INVESTING WITH CRYPTOCURRENCY

Investing with cryptocurrency and why it makes sound financial sense

 

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Invest in adventures that last:

  • Embrace the open road on a Harley-Davidson, powered by your Litecoin. ️
  • Conquer the waves on a yacht, fueled by your Bitcoin.
  • Soar through the skies in a private jet, powered by your Ethereum.

With Ferris, the possibilities are as endless as the South African coastline. We’re your trusted crypto car dealer, offering a seamless and secure way to transform your digital assets into tangible luxury. No hidden fees, no complicated processes, just pure driving (or sailing, or flying) pleasure.

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From stunning supercars to breathtaking boats and dreamy jets, we cater to every adrenaline rush.

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Buy a car with Cryptocurrency

By February 8, 2023Comments Off on Buy a car with Cryptocurrency

Buy a car with Cryptocurrency

The future is here! We live in a world that is digital and automated. Development in this sector shows no signs of slowing down, in fact, it is growing at a record pace. People are talking to automated bots more than their partners, demonstrated recently when Open AI’s ChatGPT registered 1 million users in 5 days, a feat that took Netflix, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram months to achieve. Savvy tech entrepreneurs understand the power of networks and the universal power of blockchain technology, and the term Bitcoin is amongst the top 100 Google searches for 2022.

We have all heard of “cryptocurrency” or “crypto” by now. Be it on the news, around the braai, or in a conversation with your local barista. If you have not, where have you been hiding? It is said that there is not one industry that Blockchain technology will not completely disrupt, or at least dramatically expand and enhance.
But, what is it? What problems will it solve? What are some of the real use cases, and how can it be used in the real world?
Can you realistically use it as a means of exchange? Perhaps even buy a car with cryptocurrency or some other tangible asset, and if so, what is the process?

Cryptocurrency is a term used to describe a form of “digital currency”. It relies on a combination of technologies for it to operate i.e. as a means of exchange, a reward, or store of value across the digital world.
Another word that gets thrown around is “decentralized”, meaning no central authorities like governments and banks can control cryptocurrency. Each cryptocurrency is built on its own peer-to-peer (P2P) network which means that the computers on the network follow a list of protocols on which transactions are validated and stored on a distributed ledger (the official term for this is the blockchain).
This allows people to have total control of their money with zero involvement from centralized authorities. It makes cryptocurrency borderless and permissionless. In certain countries, cryptocurrency is now considered a financial asset that is allowed to be held as an alternative investment.

This begs the question of a use case for crypto. Can you use crypto in the real world? The answer is yes, you can! Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto’s whitepaper for the cryptocurrency describes it as:

“…electronic cash that would allow online payments to be sent directly from one party to another without going through a financial institution.”

If we can translate that, it would mean:

“Allowing digital transactions using digital money around the world with another person without the need for a bank.”

Now that you can transact digitally using a digital currency, how do you do it? It’s as easy as downloading and registering a free crypto wallet on trading platforms such as Altcoin Trader, Luno or VALR, available on the App Store or Play Store. You will then need to sign up and follow a KYC/FICA process which will require you to send through some documentation. The next step would be to deposit any fiat value into your wallet. It can be done by electronic bank transfer or credit card payment. Once the funds reflect in your wallet, follow the instructions provided to purchase the amount of cryptocurrency you would like. This “crypto” will then be stored securely in your wallet.

CONGRATULATIONS! You are now part of the cool kids’ crypto club and have digital money to spend.

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So how can we use this in the real world? As mass adoption of the technology occurs, many online retailers and brick-and-mortar stores now accept payments in crypto through payment service gateways and providers for their goods and services. This allows you to purchase anything from your weekly groceries, to space travel tickets and even the latest and greatest PC gaming computers. NEWS Flash, you can now even use it to buy tangible assets, like luxury watches, boats, cars and even property.

Luxury cars are a great example of how to spend your crypto profits in the real world. Buying a “Lambo” with crypto has become an internet meme across forums and social media.
In 2017, American Entrepreneur Peter Saddington became the first person ever to buy a $200,000 2015 Lamborghini Huracan for 45 bitcoins. Saddington stated that he bought the 45 bitcoins for $115 back in 2011. Ever since then, articles have been published across the internet about crypto holders using their profits to buy luxury cars.

But it is possible to buy a car with cryptocurrency in South Africa?

Ferris Cars are proud to be the first South African car dealership to publicly and directly accept cryptocurrency as a form of payment for a car.
In April 2021, Ferris Cars sold a 2012 Red Ferrari California for 2.08 bitcoins and has since helped numerous fintech-savvy crypto holders buy cars with digital currency.

Buy a car with Cryptocurrency


Ferris Cars provide a facility that enables a crypto holder to purchase any physical asset through their crypto payment portal. The facility is FIC sanctioned, safe, secure and includes no transaction fees.
Ferris Cars currently accept BTC, USDT, xZAR, or any altcoin on the Ethereum blockchain.

The payment facility to buy a car with cryptocurrency includes a 3-step process.

  1. Identify your dream car at Ferris Cars, or any other dealership or private seller.
  2. Request a written quotation/OTP from the salesperson. Email this quotation/OTP to info@ferriscars.com along with your invoicing details.
  3. Go to www.ferriscars.com/cryptopayments. Identify the cryptocurrency that you want to use. Speak to a Ferris Cars representative to verify the correct ZAR transaction value. Send the equivalent cryptocurrency value to the wallet address provided.

Once the payment is verified on the blockchain, take delivery and drive away in your next car, bought with crypto.

This facility allows you to purchase any vehicle or luxury asset in South Africa, or even from anywhere in the world as long as the correct commercial documentation is in place. From boats, planes, cars, bakkies and just about any tangible assets from any dealership, broker or private seller.Ferris Cars have been successful at helping numerous fintech-savvy investors and crypto holders to buy a car with cryptocurrency.

With more and more businesses accepting crypto for goods and services, there is more confidence in digital currency. The future is here, and it consists of a digital and decentralized world where potential is only limited by your imagination.

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eNCA News Visits Ferris Cars!

By May 31, 2021Comments Off on eNCA News Visits Ferris Cars!

Nqobile Madlala from eNCA Drive chats with the Ferris Team to gain insights into the Ferrari market, buying a car with Bitcoin, and considerations for an investment in your dream car!

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