Man Math & Ferrari V12s

[SSO]

Just posted a new article on Ferrari V12s and Man Math:

https://karenable.com

Comments?

[Orange Cola]

You can ruin my dreams of a 550, we’re they reliable and did they have high maintenance schedules?

Always wanted one.

[RobYob]

So the quick answer to the question "what's better than a V12 in front of you" is "Anything with the engine behind you"

Starts browsing Ebay for MR2s

Speculatively, the whole raison d'etre of the mega engined GT is effortless speed without the more lethal handling characteristics of a mid-engined design. However, handling is now "dial your own" in the modern era of magical tyres and sophisticated stability control.

So a question for you. A fun drive on damp Autumn day. 550 or 675LT without electronic safety net?

[SSO]

You can ruin my dreams of a 550, we’re they reliable and did they have high maintenance schedules?

Always wanted one.

Reliability was never an issue on any of the 4. The Daytona had a few issues but they were known and more part of its mini restoration.

[SSO]

So the quick answer to the question "what's better than a V12 in front of you" is "Anything with the engine behind you"

Starts browsing Ebay for MR2s

Speculatively, the whole raison d'etre of the mega engined GT is effortless speed without the more lethal handling characteristics of a mid-engined design. However, handling is now "dial your own" in the modern era of magical tyres and sophisticated stability control.

So a question for you. A fun drive on damp Autumn day. 550 or 675LT without electronic safety net?

Easy answer, the 675LT. It has a lot more mechanical grip and is very progressive when it decides to wiggle its tushy.

[RobYob]

Easy answer, the 675LT. It has a lot more mechanical grip and is very progressive when it decides to wiggle its tushy.

Nice

[Ascender]

I forget how handsome a car the 550 is and I guess with the way their styling is going It’s going to be seen as a real classic some day.

[integrale_evo]

I seem to remember everyone thinking they were a bit ugly but it was ok because they were amazing to drive ( even more so the 575) and were good value for money at one point.

[240PP]

I’ve always loved the 550, it’s from one of their best eras imo.

A mate’s brother had one, it was ruinous. It often wouldn’t start and when it did it sometimes wouldn’t stop

[Jimmy Choo]

I forget how handsome a car the 550 is and I guess with the way their styling is going It’s going to be seen as a real classic some day.

Despite the Daniella Westbrook scoop, they do look great and have aged much better than Daniella Westbrook.

[Alex_]

I forget how handsome a car the 550 is and I guess with the way their styling is going It’s going to be seen as a real classic some day.

Despite the Daniella Westbrook scoop, they do look great and have aged much better than Daniella Westbrook.

[dinny_g]

I’ve always loved the 550, it’s from one of their best eras imo.

A mate’s brother had one, it was ruinous. It often wouldn’t start and when it did it sometimes wouldn’t stop

A manual 575 Superamerica is in my Lotto Garage

Another great article by the way SSO - as always, thanks for sharing your experiences.

By the way, how does your good lady wife like the current "Karen" Internet Meme's ?

[SSO]

I’ve always loved the 550, it’s from one of their best eras imo.

A mate’s brother had one, it was ruinous. It often wouldn’t start and when it did it sometimes wouldn’t stop

A manual 575 Superamerica is in my Lotto Garage

Another great article by the way SSO - as always, thanks for sharing your experiences.

By the way, how does your good lady wife like the current "Karen" Internet Meme's ?

Thanks.

On the meme's, don't think she has seen any of them.

[Rich B]

I’ve always loved the 550, it’s from one of their best eras imo.

A mate’s brother had one, it was ruinous. It often wouldn’t start and when it did it sometimes wouldn’t stop

A manual 575 Superamerica is in my Lotto Garage

Another great article by the way SSO - as always, thanks for sharing your experiences.

By the way, how does your good lady wife like the current "Karen" Internet Meme's ?

Thanks.

On the meme's, don't think she has seen any of them.

Shes going to have a word with the manager about why she hasn’t been shown them...

[SSO]

A manual 575 Superamerica is in my Lotto Garage

Another great article by the way SSO - as always, thanks for sharing your experiences.

By the way, how does your good lady wife like the current "Karen" Internet Meme's ?

Thanks.

On the meme's, don't think she has seen any of them.

Shes going to have a word with the manager about why she hasn’t been shown them...

I think we will leave well enough alone.