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Ya know, what you describe is exactly what happens with cars like these once they age. The average dudes can now afford them and for whatever reason EVERYONE feels they are a focking mechanic all of a sudden. I got lucky in that my previous owner was a meticulous nut job but he took it to the pros for the bigger stuff and if he did something it was done correctly and notes were kept.
He never went over his head though or past his skill level. You need training, patience, and a great set of tools to truly service these cars properly. Otherwise you are kidding yourself and ruining the car.
I understand that shops arent cheap and doing the work yourself does have financial and pride-enhancing merits. But, this hobby has more hacks and wannabe mechanics than any other by far. I know a certain user over at F-Chat that will NOT buy a used Ferrari from any DIYer for the reasons you highlighted. Its just not worth it.
Regular service & smaler jobs = Go for it yourself
Major items and big jobs = Take it to a good shop UNLESS you really know what you're doing and have the proper tools and skill.
And thats that.
He never went over his head though or past his skill level. You need training, patience, and a great set of tools to truly service these cars properly. Otherwise you are kidding yourself and ruining the car.
I understand that shops arent cheap and doing the work yourself does have financial and pride-enhancing merits. But, this hobby has more hacks and wannabe mechanics than any other by far. I know a certain user over at F-Chat that will NOT buy a used Ferrari from any DIYer for the reasons you highlighted. Its just not worth it.
Regular service & smaler jobs = Go for it yourself
Major items and big jobs = Take it to a good shop UNLESS you really know what you're doing and have the proper tools and skill.
And thats that.