[MediaArtist]

Originally Posted by FStop7

360 and F430 running costs aren't that bad, as long as you make a good purchase. From what I've seen an annual service on a 360/F430 that's been driven 2,000 - 3,000 miles costs around $700. That's for oil, fluids, and inspection. The 360 needs the timing belts changed once every 3 years, which costs a couple of thousand dollars. Same as a valve adjustment on an E46 M3, I'd point out. The F430 uses timing chains so no belt service is needed.

Check out Ferrarichat and/or call up Ferrari mechanics to get a better idea of cost. If you live near LA there are a couple of very good, independent Ferrari shops that will probably take better care of your car than a typical dealership.

Just be sure to get any car you're considering buying a very thorough inspection. That's how you save yourself from a maintenance nightmare.

Those aren't all maintenance cost though. If you're going to buy any Ferrari, download the buyer guide:
http://www.ferrarilife.com/library/guides.php#37

For the 360, the carrying cost aren't as bad as the 355, but they are significantly more than a 135i:

* Fluids (Oil, Transmission, brakes) = $1,200 - $1,500

*15,000 mile = $1195.00 - $3,000 depending on issues

*30,000 mile (MAJOR) Service = $2995.00 - $4995.00 depending on issues (cam seals, etc)

*3 Year Timing Belt Service for 360 Modena's = $1595.00

*F1 Clutch replacement = $4500 - $5500 assuming no problems with relay, pump, etc.

[NewYearsBoy]

Originally Posted by AW335TT

Im not in the market either but if someone asked me.. "hey im stuck in between these two cars what should i go with" I'd never say stick with the 1 loll, and im not even going to start with the amount of bentleys here haha.

Haha.. Thats cool man..