So much hate for Ferrari's ...is it over perceived value, real engineering issues, or just jealousy?
Don't stand behind the 'Porsche Excellence" myth. Porsche engine issues are legendary. Yet, everyone seems to conveniently forget them. The only difference that I can see is that parts with a "horse" on them are even more expensive than those from Porsche. However, even much of that can be overcome since many parts are Bosch, Fiat, etc. on the 308, Mondial, Testarossa, etc.
Most of the people on this forum are DIY types...some by choice but many by necessity. Check out the owners of 308's, Mondial's, and such and you will find many of them are current or former Porsche owners and do a lot of DIY on their cars as well.
I've owned several 911's and a few 914's. They have been great cars; however, I wanted to see what else was out there. I bought a Mondial 3.2 (same engine as a 328) and have been very pleased. The build quality is good, the engines are known for reliability, and the sounds are beautiful. I've met several Ferrari owners and in my limited exposure are actually less snobby than most 911 owners I've met.
Of course, owners of older Ferrari's are probably different from the buyers on new Ferrari's...just like a 911SC owner is different from a 991 owner.
All Ferrari's are cool...just like all Porsche's cool. Some are just a little more interesting than others.
