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Tag: Mid-Engine V8
1991 Ferrari 348 TS
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cylinders: 8 cylinders
drive: rwd
fuel: gas
odometer: 48000
paint color: red
title status: clean
transmission: manual
,body is in mint cond with absoulutly no rust,paint is really in perfect cond,runs mint,just had major service done,new timing belt,fluids,belts,tires,brakes,battery,just had ac serviced and recharged, , runs awesome, ,please no emails,,,looking to purchase a new corvette,if interested please call frank, show contact info
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All Mid-Engine Cars Are Stupid
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The cars we all lust after, these mid-engined sculptures of straight-line speed and blistering cornering abilities, they captivate us. Cars like the Murcielago, Enzo, Zonda, NSX, and P1 are the hyper-halo-cars we all claim we would drive daily if we had the available funds to do so. Even the more humble and otherwise uninspiring attempts at proper weight distribution have become cars of envy, like the Porsche 914 and Toyota MR2. But there is something wrong with these cars. The exact thing that makes them all so distinctive: their mid-engined layout. You see, all mid-engined cars are stupid.
Of course, what I mean is all road-going mid-engined cars are stupid. Race cars have a reason to be mid-engined. Bud there is no point to road going mid-engined cars. No one, on any public road in any car, will ever be going fast enough that they need to be driving a car that necessitates the superior balance of mid-enginedness.
When you do see a person driving a mid-engined car, they look ridiculous. The design of the mid-engine layout exists purely to put the heaviest part of a car toward the center so weight is distributed evenly. It is more balanced. The math checks out on that, but the idea is unrealistic for our heavily governed roads. It is ideal for track use, for race cars. Again, no one will ever reach speeds on public roads that would necessitate ‘ideal weight distribution’ and anyone who does reach those speeds is far too dim-witted to be capable of handling the unpredictable nuances of a mid-engined car. They will crash. And the video will be on YouTube with a title IN ALL CAPS WITH FOUR EXCLAMATION POINTS!!!! (LOSER REKS BRAND NEW FERRARI!1!!)
Don’t misunderstand, a mid-engined layout is more balanced. But when control is lost in a mid-engined car, regaining control is hopeless. The higher threshold of balance creates a more untameable beast when unleashed.
So mid-engined cars end up being a tool for tools to pose in, the basis for an argument supported entirely by incomprehensible numbers pulled off an online review, a pretty picture reposted on shallow motivational Instagram accounts.
In reality, they are silly looking and impractical. Practicality and sensibility were sacrificed on the altar of the god of speed. But as you can see, this God is merciless and will only bring you shame.
The only reasonable sports car is one with the engine at the front and driven wheels at the back. Many of them (except you, Audi) have the engines mounted behind the front axle anyway, so most of the desired balance is retained, but the driver doesn’t have to sacrifice his dignity, or his luggage space. And that’s the way it should be.
The best cars have their engines in the front. These are the Grand Tourers and the Sport Coupes. Aston Martin DB9, Ferrari 550 or 365 Daytona, Mercedes CL600, BMW Z4M Coupe, Porsche 928 or 944. These are a gentleman’s car. And they are not stupid.
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1980 Ferrari 308 GTsi
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cylinders: 8 cylinders
drive: rwd
fuel: gas
odometer: 72200
paint color: red
size: compact
title status: clean
transmission: manual
type: convertible
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1987 Ferrari Mondial
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condition: excellent
cylinders: 8 cylinders
drive: rwd
fuel: gas
odometer: 66000
paint color: red
size: mid-size
title status: clean
transmission: manual
type: coupe
Since I purchased the car in October 2012 (62K) I have put $26K into it (before this major). ). The previous owner had a major performed at 58K in 2009, and the clutch replaced in 2010. Interior is in great condition, no tears, no blisters on the dash. Car came to me with a Schumacher battery tender, which works great. Car will come with one book, a complete tool kit, and a good spare tire. A number of spare parts, a good radio, car cover, four good tires, NO electrical problems, door locks work correctly.
In 2014 the following was done:
• New black carpets and new mats installed.
• New K40 system front and rear installed.
• All window trim painted black, and major front paint chips fixed.
• Car was detailed by Magic Detailing, and looks great.
• Suspension bushing replaced.
• New brake pads, and brake hoses installed, rotors turned.
• New CV boots, and clamps installed.
• A/C recharged. New A/C relay. A/C compressor is a rotary type.
• New extenders, spark plugs, wire harness, distributor caps, and rotors installed.
I am the fourth owner. Have complete records from my ownership, and the owner prior to me, but none from the first or second owner. This car was bought new in California and has always been a California car. No rust. Have Car FAX from 1991 to 2009, which show service record and no accidents reported.
Asking $47K for the car, which is basically $6K for the major, $41K for the car, and a car which you can get in, drive, and not worry about. Will consider reasonable offers.
Contact
Chuck at
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2005 Ferrari F430
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fuel: gas
title status: clean
transmission: automatic
Don’t need help from 3rd parties trying to sell car. I will delete ad promptly when sold. Serious buyers only can call/text brian @ show contact info
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1977 Ferrari 308 GTB
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This is a euro car with dry sump oil system. I’ve done a considerable amount of work on the car however the car does still need some work. Great opportunity to buy a very rare car with low serial number well below market.
Please call with any questions.
no brokers please
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1987 Ferrari 328 GTS Targa
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fuel: gas
odometer: 28030
title status: clean
transmission: manual
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1983 Ferrari Mondial
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1983 Ferrari Mondial
cylinders: 8 cylinders
drive: rwd
fuel: gas
odometer: 46000
paint color: red
size: compact
title status: clean
transmission: manual
type: coupe
This is a nice 1983 Ferrari Mondial. Overall good shape. Leather shows normal signs of age with a few small tears. Bolsters show normal wear and tear for year, but overall good shape. Body is in good shape with very few imperfections. With that said, this car is not perfect and would make a great restoration project. I just had its fuel lines replaced, vacuum hoses, and timing belts done. Runs great, but I bought this from a gentleman that did not know much about the history of the car. It currently drives and runs great with no known MAJOR issues.
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