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Rardley Motors 2008 News

  • Dec 2008
    Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year..
    Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year..
    December 2008
    ..to all of our existing and future customers.We look forward to seeing you again in 2009
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  • Dec 2008
    Octane magazine February 2009
    Octane magazine February 2009
    December 2008
    The new copy of Octane magazine features and interesting article by the editor, Robert Coucher,singing the praises of Ferrari 550's as a "undervalued classic to buy now".This was a completely unbiased article with no "industry" sponsorship! Jay Leno's article also makes a good read in his assesment of the current market.
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  • Dec 2008
    1973 365 GTB/4 "Daytona" SOLD
    1973 365 GTB/4 "Daytona" SOLD
    December 2008
    The 1973 Daytona has been sold, having had a surprising number of enquiries.Daytona values have been all over the place this year ,especially at auction.Invariably buyers want to see,hear,touch, and a deal!So if you do have a Daytona,or indeed any Ferrari,that you are thinking of selling, do please contact us.
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  • Dec 2008
    Website
    Website
    December 2008
    Visits to our website set a new high yesterday,so either there are a lot of people started the Christmas holidays early and have time to kill or there is a lot of interest in our current stock!Going on past years this week is quiet-last minute Christmas shopping?-while the immediate few days before Christmas generally produce a good level of serious enquiries and...
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  • Dec 2008
    512 BBi arrives at the paintshop
    512 BBi arrives at the paintshop
    December 2008
    The 512 BBi has been transported to the paintshop for a complete re-paint in metallic Blu Medio- a steel Grey/Blue
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  • Dec 2008
    512 BBi gearbox rebuild
    512 BBi gearbox rebuild
    December 2008
    Rather like one of the puzzles that appear this time of year,the gearbox goes back together.The crown wheel will be mounted into the housing nearest the camera,with the rest of gearbox all housed in the far end of the casing,not much bigger than most car gearboxes
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  • Dec 2008
    "Daytona" & 512 BBi engines and 612 Scaglietti
    "Daytona" & 512 BBi engines and 612 Scaglietti
    December 2008
    In the foreground is the Daytona engine block, now back back from the engineers complete with new liners,whilst the 512 BBi engine nears a full service and "detailing" ready for installation back in the body,which is currently away being re-painted.The 612 Scaglietti has just undergone a cam belt service,despite having covered a mere 500kms!
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  • Dec 2008
    1998 Ferrari 550 Maranello "Fiorano" handling pack.
    1998 Ferrari 550 Maranello "Fiorano" handling pack.
    December 2008
    This rare two owner 550 Maranello, is factory fitted with the Fiorano handling pack-quicker steering rack,lowered 10mm ride height and Red brake callipers-as well as resin wing shields and a leather quilted rear shelf, as per the 250 GTO.A Koenig SIX outlet exhaust was fitted by Maranello Sales when new.(I recall seeing the car before it was collected from Maranello,...
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  • Dec 2008
    1973 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona-former concours winner
    1973 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona-former concours winner
    December 2008
    This superb 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona.1 of a mere 156 examples imported to the UK by Maranello Concessionaires.The car has a complete and detailed history from new.In 2005-2000 miles ago-, former Maranello Concessionaires mechanic Vince Mezzullo completely rebuilt the engine.A past Ferrari Owners Club concours winner,with a documented history from new.One to...
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  • Dec 2008
    SOLD -1996 Ferrari 355 Berlinetta
    SOLD -1996 Ferrari 355 Berlinetta
    December 2008
    We have just sold the 1996 355 Berlinetta for the the third time.The car has been known to us since 2000 when we started to maintain it for the then owner.We have continued to look after it for the susbsequesnt owners,and major factor in its recent sale.
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  • Dec 2008
    Ferrari 512 BBi restorations
    Ferrari 512 BBi restorations
    December 2008
    Stripping out of the 512 BBi continues with the dashboard having been removed ready for re-covering
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  • Dec 2008
    1999 355 manual Spider -£47,990
    1999 355 manual Spider -£47,990
    December 2008
    Unexpectedly re-availalble, is this beautiful 1999 355 Spider-1 of only 315 manual examples imported to the UK by Maranello Concessionaires.I sold the car in August this year to a staunch Porsche owner, who having covered a mere 500 miles since purchase, has been converted to Ferrari,part-exchanging this and a new Porsche for a 430 Spider.The car has been known to...
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  • Nov 2008
    512 BBI gearbox rebuild
    512 BBI gearbox rebuild
    November 2008
    Work on the gear box has commenced with the "box" being stripped.A bearing had started to fail causing a "droning" noise and in time would have failed.The photograph shows the oil pick ups in the bottom of the gearbox in the top of teh photograph with the driveshaft ouputs being the circular openings to the left
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  • Nov 2008
    1989 White Ferrari 328 GTS - Left hand drive
    1989 White Ferrari 328 GTS - Left hand drive
    November 2008
    Shortly available is this left hand drive 1989 328 GTS finished in Bianco with Crema hide,Rosso carpets.Originally delivered new in Dubai, were its ex pat, second and last owner ,bought it in 1994 with 500kms-the car having been stored for the previous 5 years.It has now covered 40,000 kms/25,000 recorded miles with a detailed history from new.On his return to the...
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  • Nov 2008
    1973 Ferrari 246 GTS
    1973 Ferrari 246 GTS
    November 2008
    We have been asked to sell this 1973 246 GTS.Finished in Red with Black hide,the current owner has owned it since November 1987.The car would benefit from "detailing" and will be priced accordingly.Full details will be available shortly
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  • Nov 2008
    1998 Ferrari 355 GTS F1 LHD-SOLD
    1998 Ferrari 355 GTS F1 LHD-SOLD
    November 2008
    The 1998 355 GTS F1 sold over the weekend with the new owner -an Englishman taking it "home to France probably next Spring.
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  • Nov 2008
    2001 Ferrari 456 M GTA
    2001 Ferrari 456 M GTA
    November 2008
    Just avaialble is this superb 23,450 recorded mile 2001 456 M GTA.Finished in Titanium Grey with light and dark Grey interior with optional Aluminium grey brake callipers.A fully detailed history from new.
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  • Nov 2008
    1979 308 GT4 sold to Japan
    1979 308 GT4 sold to Japan
    November 2008
    The 308 GT4 has found a new home with a Japanese buyer.GT4's have come back into vogue with many previous owners returning to buy again.Really good examples finding discerning buyers.
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  • Nov 2008
    1994 348 TS and 1997 550 Maranello -sold
    1994 348 TS and 1997 550 Maranello -sold
    November 2008
    With the usual caveats for monies arriving etc,both the 348 TS and the 1997 550 Maranello were sold this afternoon.Accordingly we are looking to replace both cars.
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  • Nov 2008
    1971 Ferrari 246 GT - re-priced
    1971 Ferrari 246 GT - re-priced
    November 2008
    Having just sold the 246 GTS and judging by the number of "hits" the 246 GT is receiving on the website , we have re-priced the 246 GT to £89,990.It would cost more than that to restore it !
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  • Nov 2008
    1977 Ferrari 512 BB-SOLD
    1977 Ferrari 512 BB-SOLD
    November 2008
    Over the weekend the 512 BB sold.We continue to sell Boxers,this being the third in the past seven weeks.Acordingly if you have or know of a 512 for sale do please let us now.
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  • Nov 2008
    1972 Ferrari 246 GTS - SOLD
    1972 Ferrari 246 GTS - SOLD
    November 2008
    The 1972 246 GTS has been sold.After much interest and a number of offers(!!)the car sold last week.Accordingly we do need another GTS or possibly GT-watch this space.Do give us a call with what you have.
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  • Nov 2008
    LEFT HAND DRIVE-1998 Ferrari 355 GTS F1
    LEFT HAND DRIVE-1998 Ferrari 355 GTS F1
    November 2008
    Finished in Gloss Black with Tan hide and carpets.Body coloured Targa panel.Climate control,adjustable suspension,power steering.24,000 recorded miles with detailed history from new
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  • Nov 2008
    LEFT HAND DRIVE 1997 550 Maranello-Arriving shortly
    LEFT HAND DRIVE 1997 550 Maranello-Arriving shortly
    November 2008
    Finished in Grigio Titanio with Bordeaux hide and carpets.29,000 kilomteres/18,000 recorded miles with detailed history from new.Factory original service book hand books,wallet and tools.
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  • Nov 2008
    1999 Ferrari 550 Maranello
    1999 Ferrari 550 Maranello
    November 2008
    This beautiful 550 Maranello will shortly be available.With a documented 26,000 recorded miles from new.Please see main stock list for details and call for the price.
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  • Nov 2008
    ..whilst the 512 BB nears completion
    ..whilst the 512 BB nears completion
    November 2008
    .whilst the carburettor nears completion
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  • Nov 2008
    512 BBi stripped!
    512 BBi stripped!
    November 2008
    The 512 BBi has now just about had all the ancillaries removed ready to go to the paintshop
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  • Nov 2008
    1994 Ferrari 348 TS- £24,990!!!!!
    1994 Ferrari 348 TS- £24,990!!!!!
    November 2008
    This very late registered 348 TS , was one of the very last of the 348 TS's benefitting from the rear mounted battery, Bosch 2.7 injection/ignition system and the "extended cockpit" with the modified bulkhead giving more legroom.Probably uniquely finished in metallic steel Blue with Cream hide and dark Blue carpets.1 of only 261 348 TS's imported to the UK.This 45,000...
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  • Nov 2008
    1998 355 F1 Spider
    1998 355 F1 Spider
    November 2008
    This superb 355 F1 Spider ,1 of only 139 examples in the UK,has just been reduced to £41,990.Finished in deep metallic Blue with far as I know,the only example with very light Grey hide,and dark Blue carpets.18,700 recorded miles from new with a detailed history from day one
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  • Nov 2008
    1993 348 Spider
    1993 348 Spider
    November 2008
    The new owner of the 348 Spider flew in from Malaysia yesterday morning,drove to us today to collect the car,drove home to Dorset and is on the plane back to Malaysia tomorrow morning!13,000 mile round trip in 96 hours to collect his "new" Ferrari.Fortunateley the car matched,indeed exceeded, his expectations from my description.Increasingly we are doing more business...
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  • Nov 2008
    512 BBi engine
    512 BBi engine
    November 2008
    In this photograph-with the engine turned 90 degrees- you can see the front of the engine with cam drove belts clearly visible,along with the water pump.These are normally tucked up against the bulkhead at the front of the engine bay.This photograph also cleary show shows how slim the whole engine unit is.Even allowing for the oil pump,it is a mere 18" deep.
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  • Nov 2008
    Ferrari 512 BBi
    Ferrari 512 BBi
    November 2008
    This is the underside of the 512 engine showing the crankshaft.This side faces down on to the gearbox casing.
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  • Nov 2008
    1982 Ferrari 512 BBi restoration
    1982 Ferrari 512 BBi restoration
    November 2008
    The engin eis now out of the car and the inlet manifolds removed for re-finishing in Silver/Grey crackle finish.The flywheel can be seen clearly in this photograph.It can also be clearly seen how the engine sits on top of the gearbox.
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  • Nov 2008
    1990 Ferrari Testarossa
    1990 Ferrari Testarossa
    November 2008
    This beautiful 1990 Testarossa, has been known to me for since January 2001, when I supplied it to its then owner.Finished in classic Ferrari racing Red with Beige hide,and deep Red carpets.It has covered a documented 14,600 miles and is complete with all of its original factory service books,handbooks,wallet and tools.There were a mere 438 examples of the Testarossa...
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  • Nov 2008
    Fate-1980 Ferrari 308 GTS with 10,500 miles
    Fate-1980 Ferrari 308 GTS with 10,500 miles
    November 2008
    Sometimes fate seems to intervene.When this 1980 308 GTS with a mere 10,500 miles, and effectively only two owners came up for sale,I presumed it was going to be at the other end of the country.Instead it was in the next village!The car is in true "time warp" condition.It was Ziebart rust protected by Maranello Concessionaires,who supplied it new in August 1980, to...
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  • Nov 2008
    1982 Ferrari 512 BBi second restoration project
    1982 Ferrari 512 BBi second restoration project
    November 2008
    We have just sold a second 512 BBi.This 17,000 mile example was originally delivered new in South Africa.The new owner has commissioned Rardley to carry out a restoration having seen the carburettor car we are restoring.Over the next few weeks and months we will record its progress as well as the carburettor car as it nears completion.
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  • Oct 2008
    1981 Ferrari 308 GT4
    1981 Ferrari 308 GT4
    October 2008
    This superb 1981 308 GT4 has just arrived with us for sale.With a documented 36,000 miles from new,it is finished in the very attractive metallic Chiaro Blue with Stone coloured hide.A detailed history from new includes photographs of the bare metal repaint.GT4 have acquired something of a cult status with good cars commanding very strong prices.
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  • Oct 2008
    1972 246 GTS
    1972 246 GTS
    October 2008
    These photographs are just some detailing the body restoration of the 246 GTS.As you can see it was a bare metal restoration and repaint!
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  • Oct 2008
    355 cam belt service
    355 cam belt service
    October 2008
    The recently sold the 1995 355 GTS is under going the cam belt service-the "right way" with the engine out!While it is removed we are replacing the cam shaft oil seals and will re-finish the cam covers with new Red paint.Although it is psossible to replace the timing belts in situ,we still prefer the albeit SLIGHTlY more expensive way of removing the whole engine...
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  • Oct 2008
    2002 Ferrari 360 Spider
    2002 Ferrari 360 Spider
    October 2008
    Just avaialble is this stunning 4,400 mile 360 Spider.Finished in Argento Nurgring with dark Blue hide and carpets.Fitted Alluminium Grey brake callipers,Xenon headlamps and power wash and Ferrari audio Sat Nav.It has just been serviced by,including cam belts, by Maranello Sales
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  • Oct 2008
    246 GTS here
    246 GTS here
    October 2008
    The 246 GTS has finally been prised from the last owner and is now with is for viewing by appointment.1 of of mere 235 that were imported to the UK by Maranello Concessionaires,this car has a known and detailed history from new
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  • Oct 2008
    2001 Ferrari 360 Spider
    2001 Ferrari 360 Spider
    October 2008
    The beautiful 8,000 mile 360 Spider has just sold.The lasting Autumn weather is certainly helping!
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  • Oct 2008
    1995 355 GTS -SOLD
    1995 355 GTS -SOLD
    October 2008
    This superb 355 GTS has also just been sold.With a mere 45,000 miles covered by only four owners from new,it has gone to a Ferrari "virgin"!
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  • Oct 2008
    348 Spider SOLD
    348 Spider SOLD
    October 2008
    The 1993 348 Spider has just been sold-subject to the buyer actually seeing it- to an ex pat living in Malaysia.Interest remains very high ,as buyers look for alternative ways to "park" money.
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  • Oct 2008
    512 BB
    512 BB
    October 2008
    The engine/gearbox is now fully installed with the new Tubi exhaust including all the manifolds- mounted into the car.The suspension is all fitted ready for "setting up".
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  • Oct 2008
    1984 308 GTS QV-33,000 miles
    1984 308 GTS QV-33,000 miles
    October 2008
    This superb 308 GTS QV has just come up for sale.Bought by the last owner earlier this year,the owner got the bug and now wants a 355 GTS.It is 1 of only only 233 examples of a GTS QV imported to the UK and is believed to be the only Silver with dark Red example in the UK.The car has covered a mere 33,000 recorded miles and has just had the cam belts replaced and...
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  • Oct 2008
     and now the front suspension...
    and now the front suspension...
    October 2008
    The front suspension is also back in place.
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  • Oct 2008
    512 BB suspension,first corner completed
    512 BB suspension,first corner completed
    October 2008
    The first corner has been completed and is now installed back on the car,three more to go!
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  • Oct 2008
    2001 360 Spider
    2001 360 Spider
    October 2008
    Just collected this stunning 360 Spider and "had to drive it back"!What a car.It has just turned 8,000 miles on the drive back to Rardley and really is "as new" with barely a mark or blemish.All the correct hand books,tools and papers including the "birth certificate" or Certificate of Conformity.Well optioned with electric seats,challenge front grilles,Red brake...
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  • Oct 2008
    512 restoration
    512 restoration
    October 2008
    The re-bushed and re-plated suspension is going back on.You can see through the chassis the new exhaust and its insulation
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  • Oct 2008
    1984 308 GTS QV
    1984 308 GTS QV
    October 2008
    This rather nice 308 GTS QV is now with us for sale.It has had only four owners since it was supplied new in 1984.Complete with original factory service book,handbooks wallet and tools.With only 233 right han ddrive examples imported this is one to drive and keep!Look at 246's
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  • Oct 2008
    512 BB-suspension
    512 BB-suspension
    October 2008
    The re-plated suspension components are back and the new bushes have been pressed in,ready for re assembly.
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  • Oct 2008
    512 BB -engine back in!
    512 BB -engine back in!
    October 2008
    The "detailed" engine has been replaced into the refurbished engine bay of the 512BB.The re-plated suspension has also arrived back and is being assembled with new bushes,pictures to follow.
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  • Oct 2008
    Lotus Elise 246 GT
    Lotus Elise 246 GT
    October 2008
    Back in the early 1980's Julian Thompson worked at Rardley Motors during the holidays while at university.Julian or Hank as he was nicknamed for some long forgotten reason was obviously influenced by the 246 when you study the Elise.This was just brought home when this Elise was parked next to the 246 GT today
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  • Sep 2008
    Classic Cars November 2008
    Classic Cars November 2008
    September 2008
    This months edition of Classic Cars features a quote from myself as to the state of the 246 market.I have to say this was a good six weeks ago,but really does still hold true.The Indian Summer has delayed the number of cars being offered but with the change in the weather,they will come.
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  • Sep 2008
    512 restoration
    512 restoration
    September 2008
    The restoration of the 512 BB continues.Here the completed the overhauled brake have been fitted to the hubs and new brake pipes fitted.Whilst the suspension has been sent away for plating and then re-bushing.Meanwhile the interior details are being cleaned and refurbished in ready ness to be re-fitted.
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  • Sep 2008
    1971 246 GT-Chris Evans
    1971 246 GT-Chris Evans
    September 2008
    I have just heard from a customer who is looking at the Blue 246 GT.He was involved in te production of Chris Evan's programme "Don't forget your toothbush" and recalls the 246 being driven through a wall of card board boxes at the start of the programme in the second series.So impressed was the by the car at the time, we are talking about a deal for him to buy it!...
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  • Sep 2008
    1995 355 GTS
    1995 355 GTS
    September 2008
    We are pleased to say the 1995 355 GTS is here in stock.This really is an exceptional example, which has had only four owners from new and comes complete with a detailed history from new including factory original handbooks,service book,keys,immobiliser,wallet and tools.With a mere an documented 45,000 miles-that's 3,500 miles a year average!The car is to be fully...
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  • Sep 2008
    What a week!
    What a week!
    September 2008
    With all the "activity" in the financial markets it is very easy to forget there is life ,and money ,anywhere else outside the city.Interestingly, enquiries for cars have stepped up this week ,whist cars being offered for sale is lower!Further to that interest is just as likely to be from overseas as it is from the UK. Oh, and the 1989 328 GTS sold before it even...
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  • Sep 2008
    355's needed
    355's needed
    September 2008
    We have customers looking for 355 Berlinettas,Spider and GTS's.Do call with what you have.
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  • Sep 2008
    971 246 GT -Free road tax
    971 246 GT -Free road tax
    September 2008
    Having just had the 246 MOT tested in order to re tax it ,I then realised that the road tax is free!Whilst not a dealer breaker on a £95,000 car,the saving would pretty much pay the insurance for twelve months!PS Don't tell Gordon Brown as I am sure tehy must have forgotten about the "25 year exempt" road tax.
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  • Sep 2008
    1975 365 GT4 BB
    1975 365 GT4 BB
    September 2008
    I have recently been mentioned the attached 365 BB,which the owner is thinking of selling.He has owned the car for the past 10 years.In his ownership the engine and gearbox have been re-built.It is fitted with 9" rear wheels and was subject of a cam belt service in May this year
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  • Sep 2008
    1972 246 GT-It's a tough job...
    1972 246 GT-It's a tough job...
    September 2008
    One of the benefits of this job is that obviously-or maybe not-we drive the cars!So after a hard days graft ,it was off to London by van,train and underground-why do the trains stop at all those stations you don't want?-a one mile walk and arrive half an hour late!But on turning the key all is forgotten.What a sound.I freely admit to driving home with the passenger...
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  • Sep 2008
    1998 Ferrari 355 GTS-Blue NART
    1998 Ferrari 355 GTS-Blue NART
    September 2008
    This Blue 355 GTS, sold even before we had chance to put the full details up on the website advertising it,the second in the last six weeks.I have always maintained that "retail" Red is not the only colour!
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  • Sep 2008
    Beautiful original 1981 Ferrari 308 GT4
    Beautiful original 1981 Ferrari 308 GT4
    September 2008
    The current owner of the atatched 308 GT4 has hinted that he might "let the car go" due to an impending house move.I bought the car myself two years ago and was approached by the current owner, who had owned one some years ago, before getting the bug big time and owning 250 GT SWB ,Lusso's etc.He wanted a "proper" and exceptional example with a good history.We have...
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  • Sep 2008
    1995 Ferrari 355 GTS -£34,990
    1995 Ferrari 355 GTS -£34,990
    September 2008
    This gorgeous 355 GTS is finished in Red with Cream hide and Red carpets.It has had only four regsitered owners and covered only 45,000 recorded miles from new and comes with a comprehensive history including factory original service book,hand books wallet and tools.It 1 of only 360 manual examples and has the Bosch 2.7 ignition/injection system that the "racers"...
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  • Sep 2008
    1971 246 GT-£94,990
    1971 246 GT-£94,990
    September 2008
    We have just secured this stunning 246 GT for sale.It was restored by Motechnique in the early 1990's and has covered a mere 11,000 miles since.Past owners have included radio 2 DJ,Chris Evans and Scottish artist Stephen Conroy.It has been known to me since the early 1990's.A beautiful combination of dark Blue with Tan hide seats with the Daytona pattern inserts.View...
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  • Sep 2008
    1973 246 GTS-£99,990
    1973 246 GTS-£99,990
    September 2008
    This beautiful 246 GTS has finally become available.Finished in the classic Red with Tan hide "Daytona" pattern seats.It also benefits from headlamp covers and a nose badge.With a comprehensive and extensive history from new.See the full details and history on the Cars for Sale page
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  • Aug 2008
    2008 Ferrari 430 F1 Modena Spider-huge saving!
    2008 Ferrari 430 F1 Modena Spider-huge saving!
    August 2008
    We have a client who MAY wish to sell his 550 mile Ferrari 430 F1 Modena Spider.Finished in Grigio Silverstone with Rosso sports seats.19" Challenge wheels,Rosso roll bar,Scuderia wing shields,Yellow brake callipers,Carbon inserts to the interior.Hi power Hi Fi with I pod connection,Challenge rear grille.Please call for more details at will be a large saving on new,...
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  • Aug 2008
    1993 Ferrari 348 Spider-£34,990
    1993 Ferrari 348 Spider-£34,990
    August 2008
    This exceptional 348 Spider has been looked after by ourselves for the past few years with us selling the car last year to its last owner.It is 1 of only 68 348 Spiders imported into the UK.It has covered a mere 15,650 recorded miles from new with a detailed history to support the mileage.
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  • Aug 2008
    Daytona engine rebuild continues
    Daytona engine rebuild continues
    August 2008
    Peter continues stripping the Daytona engine.It is now down to the crankcase with pistons crankshaft and heads now removed.
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  • Aug 2008
    1996 355 Berlinetta
    1996 355 Berlinetta
    August 2008
    This superb 1996 355 Berlinetta has just come up for sale.We have maintained the car for over 8 years and have sold it to the last two owners.Finished in the classic Red with Cream hide,Red carpets,it has not yet tripped 30,000 miles.We cam belt serviced the car in February this year.See the stock listing for full details.
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  • Aug 2008
    456 servicing
    456 servicing
    August 2008
    Just walking through the workshop and noticed we have three 456's in for service!
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  • Aug 2008
    Gearboxes
    Gearboxes
    August 2008
    Whilst Peter Raven tends to specialise in the engine rebuilding ,Mike Lester speacilises in gearbox overhauling.This is a 250 GT gearbox with overdrive cuurently being rebuilt.Also "on the go" is a Daytona transaxle being rebuilt to go with its engine.
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  • Aug 2008
    We don't just sell and service Ferrari-512BB restoration
    We don't just sell and service Ferrari-512BB restoration
    August 2008
    We don't just sell and service Ferrari.This 512 BB is undergoing a total restoration with ourselves.The engine detailing has been completed and will be re-united with the body in the next few weeks.The body has been stripped and re-painted.Suspension and brakes have been removed and being refurbished
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  • Aug 2008
    Second Daytona engine rebuild this year!
    Second Daytona engine rebuild this year!
    August 2008
    Peter has just started on the second Daytona engine rebuild this year
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  • Aug 2008
    Le Mans 1972
    Le Mans 1972
    August 2008
    Peter took this photograph whilst working with the Maranello Concessionaires team at the 1972 Le Mans. Maranellos car-number 37-is at the front on the lower deck.We still see it regularly as our landlords -Dudley and Sally Mason-Styron -own it!Note the 246 GT at the front of the top deck..
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  • Aug 2008
    Delighted 308 GTB buyer in Hong Kong writes
    Delighted 308 GTB buyer in Hong Kong writes
    August 2008
    The air con is now sorted and cold and now I really enjoy driving it!!! It has been complimented by all of my friends, and even some dealers, as to what a good car it is for what I paid!! Just driving the car is such an enjoyment and occassion! I must thank you for doing the deal for me and I will not hesitate to steer some of my friends your way should the occassion...
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  • Aug 2008
    Eight track stereo
    Eight track stereo
    August 2008
    A customer has managed to source an original style eight track stereo ,as supplied new with his 365GT4 BB.He had the original instructions but not the stereo.Usually it is the other way around!
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  • Aug 2008
    Yet Another Delighted Customer Writes...
    Yet Another Delighted Customer Writes...
    August 2008
    "I am writing this in light of the recent sale of my Ferrari 456. This is, I think, about the fifth transaction that you have handled on my behalf, both purchase and sale. I am writing simply to say how impressed I am at the courteous, smooth and efficient way in which you have dealt with this last transaction, as with all the others. It has been a pleasure doing...
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  • Feb 2008
    Rebuild of Daytona Engine
    Rebuild of Daytona Engine
    February 2008
    Peter Raven is just completing a total rebuild of this Daytona engine. Peter was a member of the Maranello Concessinaires race team, which of course included their famous Daytona.The engine is awaiting reinstallation in the body which is away being restored as well by ourseleves
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