Why do FERRARIS ALWAYS BREAK??? 

Engineers don’t design cars to sit indefinitely. They are meant to be driven! 👍

Jay Leno said he used his Countach as a daily driver in the late 80’s/early 90’s. He also said he never really had any big problems with it. Good assessment video.

Dan, I absolutely agree with this assessment.

good stuff man, keep up the hard work, enjoying the channel! Awesome that you took your dad on the cruise with you in the other video too!

I try to drive mine every two weeks and yes it’s true, the more you drive them the better they get. And kind of funny that the ones that don’t get driven are rewarded with a higher price when they’re sold to the next person who just lets it sit in the garage again.

Great informational video. Totally makes sense. I like that you’re to the point and not trying hard to be a personality. You just have one. New subscriber here!

Great advice Dan, and it makes sense. Always a thumbs up for you 😁😁

My 2019 McLaren 570S arrives tomorrow, traded the Ferrari, wish me luck! Let's see which breaks more! LOL

Nice job on this presentation. You bring up some very good points here.

Good video, our 365 gt4 has never let us down since 1982, starter motor had an issue in 1985, apart from that clutch in 1996, and rear shocks rebuilt in 2010, engine gearbox and diff perfect at 59,000 miles.

Thank you for the Info Dan! that is very true!!! i've had that experience to my 911 & all our equipments !! sitting in the warehouse/garage is not a good idea !! so if i would buy a 458 a bit higher mileage is better or lower ? and i already made up my mind i'm getting the 458 for sure!!. Thank you and have a great and safe holiday!! - Bubba!

Officially my favorite RU-vid channel. Thanks Dan!

You are right. I have nearly 30 years experience with Ferrari. You need to use the car regularly. It’s made for driving,not for standing in the garage. But you need to put your eye on some simple things. Always start the car up and drive until the oil is at least 70 degrees Celsius warm. Then you can push the throttle as much as you can. The car will like it. When you want to stop the car, slow down and strive the last miles in a normal speed to cool down. Your car will say thanks.

I agree. I bought a 2008 Cayenne GTS last year with 36k on it. I’ve had to do a ton of maintenance on it just to get it up to working normally. coils, plugs, all fluids, end links, upper control arms. bushings were shot because it was only driven as a florida snow bird car since new.

In before Scotty brags about his '94 Celica.

I find it interesting when your like well we need to pull the engine out to do a service. Keep up the good work. I love to see how things are built and how they come apart.

This is spot on. Especially for older cars regardless of make/model. Certain cars (weather dependent) I make a point to drive and warm up to temperature once a week. Others I can get by only taking them out once a month (newer cars). You do get a break with mid engine cars in regard to suspension and bushing wear due to weight distribution while sitting. Good video.

Great Video 👊🏾

Very well put!

I have been daily driving my McLaren P1 everyday. I go to work, shops and track days with it. Properly serviced and preventive maintenance is very important

Cool content!

Lovin your channel dude...I am planning to have a used Ferrari someday and I appreciate your input and experiences. Also the darth vader scene was quite funny (a former 997 Turbo owner and current C7 Z06 Vert owner).

Hi Dan, I totally agree with your analysis. I am in Hong Kong and I bought my 2013 one previous owner 458 spider in 2017 with 7,450 km on the odometer. I drive the car regularly and for long distances. It has now covered 25,000 km. The only problem I had on this car are oil seepage from the cam covers and the gaskets have been replaced in 2022. Thanks to your very informative video I advised my mechanic that this does not have to be an engine out operation and can be done with the engine in situ. Have to be very careful when refitting the high pressure fuel pumps. Of all the 458s I have seen in HK, all have this oil seepage problem from the cam cover gaskets. If you go back to the official dealer they will tell you that its an engine out job. The other minor problem is a broken steering linkage bellow this year. Can't really complaint about this happening after 10 years. Another problem is the carbon built up in the intake valves but this is caused by wall guided direct injection and blow back at idling speed. This is NOT a Ferrari problem but affects all direct injection engines. This has been fixed by my mechanic with walnut shell blasting. The other night there was a traffic accident and I was in the 458 and got stuck in the HK Cross Harbour Tunnel for an hour. Temperature gauge went up to just over 100 but not above. I have replaced the headers with iPE equal length with heatshield protection. The heat shield really helped with the temperature in the engine compartment. Once I got out of the tunnel the temperature come down swiftly. In June I was out of town for 3 weeks and when I got back the 458 started without any problem. I did not have to put a battery tender on it before trying to start the car. I can say from my own experience that if you drive your car regularly the 458 is a very reliable car.

Well said sir!!!

Hi Dan . Great video .

I love this guy . Just states facts and uses logic

Dan you forgot to mention those new Ferrari owners who use and use their cars and never do the maintenance only to leave the maintenance to subsequent owners who have to do catch-up because the vehicle was abused, maintenance wise, during its early life. Absolutely on point video keep going.

Thank you for your honesty ; I was purchasing a Aston Martin in spring 2020 and now I will find a Ferrari dealer and do some test driving & I need a car that can be driven everyday (no rest) if you have any recommendations ,will be much appreciated. Cheers mate.

Dan have you tried AT-205 Re-Seal available on Amazon. I used this on my Honda Civic to help re-condition the seals and I don't have to add any oil between changes anymore. You can use in the transmission too. Just pour in the oil reservoirs.

1000% agreed... great video!!!

Love your channel- how do you invest? Takes mega money to own a used Ferrari and house with garage for one!

Exactly true. Even my first Ferrari, a 348 was very reliable and I drove it all over the wester US back in 1994, through 1998. My current Ferrari is just as reliable as all the others I’ve had. Great comments. Thank you D

When I bought my first Ducati (also Italian hand made) in 1978, my riding buddies told that I would never be able to go for rides because my bike would always be broken down. LOL What happened is that I never had any kind of failure on that bike. It turned out to be extremely reliable, and fast. It has started every time I hit the starter button, and has taken me home regardless of how far I was from home. And it's sitting in my garage right now, still looking like new...

Excellent !!!! Thank you !!!!!

Excellent points made here.

You blaming it on the rubber? Hahaha many a child was concieved this way.

Did you see the ford vs Ferrari movie? Good information and explanation and it makes sense.

I'm leaning towards an F8! This video is great info. My 700hp Viper is 20 years old, as of 2021. All-natural. I broke a universal joint around 30k, replaced the clutch around 50k, then around 60k it started refusing to go into reverse. Put an upgraded trans in at that time. Needs new front wheel bearings now. Seat is worn out from doing the ass-flop. (It's lowered!) I drive it hard 50% of the time. 72k smiles now.

I have a 1941 Ford GPW Jeep. On the inside there is a original label on hat said to "start and drive the vehicle every 21 days" even back then it was known to use and move the vehicle. When I had my 64 1/2 Mustang I never drove it in the winter but every month I took it out for several miles to " move the fluids"

Amazing vid! I agree!

Very pertinent comments, I see a lot of Mustangs in America and here as well being bored out etc. Then, boom they fail and wonder why? Like you say the car/motor is only designed to do things at a certain level. Once you change that, expect issues. Good one mate.

Very good video 👍👍👍👍

Interesting. Makes sense too. Do you think you might put in urethane bushings before these crap out? Also, did you put in the insulation above the garage yet?

I have owned a 308 512bb and F430 and the reliability of these cars has been as good as the 7 Porsches I have owned.What is different is the routine maintenance required for the cars.My mechanic and myself are probably still the only ones to do the cam belts on a 512bb without taking the engine out.As time goes by we may start seeing more electrical problems with the newer cars.Try 205 Re Seal for rubber life extension per Scotty Kilmers rec.Have used this and so far it has worked.My 1970 Datsun 240Z still runs fine but needs hoses now. Fuel pump and convertible top seals have worn of the F430.Routine maintenance will always be an issue and older Ferraris will always need more than most cars but as a comparison my 1981 930 Turbo needed an engine rebuild after 40,000 mi Congrats on your increase in subs1

So it's been two or three weeks ago I was driving through Austin I do a lot of work over in that area and in traffic I pulled up next to you and because I've been up subscriber from the beginning I knew exactly who you were and looking over not on camera you just driving down the road you had that big smile on your face I don't blame you you have a beautiful car

Simple tip from me, drive it and when not driving it leave it on a CTek charger.

I totally agree with you Dan. My wife and I drove our 83 928S Porsche daily and put 70,000 miles on it and the only thing we ever did too it was tires oil changes and one cam belt when I first bought it

Agree, i had a car that was drived daily and never had issues, then i moved to the UK and the car was just driven when i was back home once a year, and every time i drive it something went wrong.

At last! God how long have I been waiting for a video like this! Thanks, Dan! I absolutely agree! Ferrari, like the rest of the cars, are meant to be driven and enjoyed. If you let them sit idle during weeks, months even, problems arise. Is that simple. Thanks, man! Appreciate your video. Thanks a lot!

Thank you! 100% agree.

Hey Normal Guy, have you ever gotten a "Engine control system failure - Go to dealer" code on your 458 Italia ? Mine sat for 3 weeks while I was on vacation. It was ran solid before this. Also, what is your best recommendation for a nice OBD scanner that can reset the code ? 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia

That was a good point you made about your car being so reliable that you have to film your friends fixing their cars for content....great point

Hey Dan, I heard you mention in another video that you were looking to buy another Ferrari and mentioned you weren't in love with buying a South Florida Car? I was wondering why? I have been considering buying a 360 or F430 and always see south Florida as a hotbed for cars for sale. I will be consulting you before I do anything! Thanks Dan and I love your Channel!

I had never really thought about it that way it makes a lot of sense man I'm glad you drive the hell out of yours

Never owned any exotics (yet) but I do and have owned many 03-06 Mercedes S Classes SL CLK etc. I’ve found that the higher mileage daily driven ones have been way more reliable. Many seals dry up when they’re not driven and electronics fail when they’re not stored properly (aka not daily driven)

My last Ferrari never had any major drivetrain issue. Almost all my issues were how subpar the interior was from gummy surfaces to broken window switches. Since then I have a Bentley Flying Spur as my daily driver and it’s been my favorite car ever, all the acceleration of a sports car and huge comfort of a huge luxury car, it’s been six years and no repairs other than wear and tear items. My Ferrari was a 360, so every point video is dead on about needing to let fluids heat up often to avoid issue to burn off water and impurities.

It helps to be able to wrench 🔧 when problems arise.

I remember an article from Car And Driver. I don't remember how many years ago it was. It was a interview from a guy who worked at a Car Museum in the Southern Cal. He said that all cars that were capable of being driven on the street were taken out for a one hour drive on the freeway. He said that cars will deteriorate quicker if they are left to sit.

Simples, Anything sold by the gram will always be more exciting than stuff sold by the pound. Same applies with reliability. Mass manufacturing cures a lot of those issues however as you’ve alluded to use it or lose it! Cars prepared by racing teams are a totally different. I know I’ve raced in the Lotus trophy and everything gets cross checked but issues still arise. Those are Toyota engined cars thou. If I get another Ferrari I will use it as you do! Great information sir👍

How do you explain them catching on fire which is what they are notorious for?

Dan, how many miles do you put your Ferrari in a year?

Where did you get the emblems made for your car?

Mr Dan can you please make a video like this one for explain to me the Toning the engine in general and if can Toning the engine of the super car In particular because i saw a few channel talking about it and they show us the devise connected with wire and that it thank you

Great to here sombidy sticking up for Italian cars. I had a Fiat spider 1976, back in the 80s. Drove it like a maniac as s kid and always drove good.,

Right spot on 👌👌

Thanks Dan

My 360 spider has zero problems. Fuel pump replacement after 14 years which is normal and cost pretty much the same as a Vw Golf, front disc rotor is 175 euro including VAT and small electrical type problems that cost next to nothing to be resolved. Just like you say most if not all the problems I had are related to the previous owner not driving the car. My biggest expenses are insurance and tax.

Like you or me sitting on the couch all week, then trying to go run a marathon. Guaranteed we WILL break down. Good video Dan.

how many getrag gearbox are broken out of say 100 of them (458 and calis) ? my cali is 12 yr old with 8k mileage. im afraid the gearbox failure will randomly shows up when i drive it hard.

How is the reliability of the Testarossa? I have heard that other than the differential issue they are virtually bullet proof, tractor like reliable.

I always tell this to people too i love this video glad I’m not the only one saying this 👌🏼

FINALLY someone explained this fact!!!! Well done and 100% correct. You should get a 308, 328, or Mondial...or 355 (they sound the best) Not only will you have tons of content, but it will help me when I get mine. 🤘🤪🤘

My question is whether the 488 gtb (I know the one in the video is a 458) is as reliable as a Huracan? I see many customers complaining about the battery that runs out quickly, the turbos with oil leaks, the TPMs sensors that give constant errors and the Huracans that I only hear are bulletproof

I totally agree and besides, how many times have you been to cars and coffee and there was a crowd around a Toyota camry, hell how many times do people bring a camry to cars and coffee other than to just haul their ass there.

I am experiencing the same issue with content for my channel. My 2014 Maserati Ghibli SQ4 is my daily driver, has 75K miles on it and does not break. I did all the maintenance on it already accept brake pads. Does not yet need them yet. I've had it for over two years now, and have had only 1 problem. Battery, which was the factory battery, was over 4 years old and needed to be replaced anyhow. Coworkers have been asking me for the last 2 years how my Maserati is, like they are expecting me to tell them it's broke. hehe.

Lamborghini LP560-4 Spyder. Had it 2 years covering 6000 miles, only fault being a single soft top micro switch. just passed the UK MOT test last week without a single fault :)

I enjoy Dan's rants. Good points. Meg on the live stream said she watches the comment section so Hi Meg!

Thousand years ago I knew of a guy with a 250GT SWB that he had trouble starting. His solution was to pull the Columbo V12 and install a 327 Corvette with 4 Weber's. My dad could never get it to run right so on went a 4bbl. It was driven in the Love Bug movie by my dad. He had a few hairy moments in it but the one I recall was how the wheels started to spin in 4th gear down the back straight at Riverside. Granted the track was damp... I would love to know what happened to that car and if it was ever reunited with its engine. Apologies for the trip down memory lane.

Well said

Ferraro fan here but I am curious to know when are you buying a Gallardo or a Murcielago

I drive my 911 turbo 2,3 times a week. So far it only needs regular maintenance and it’s about 6 years old. Recently I have got a bunch of codes due to old battery. But there are people in my fb group with 1/5 the millage having a lot more problems. So yea I think Dan is right

The Miata is a perfect example of cars that sit and don’t get driven much. There are many 20-30 year old Miatas with under 100K miles, some even under 50K, because for most people they’re just weekend fun/toy/track cars. And so these older cars with fairly low miles sell for cheap because they have a lot of problems despite the low miles.

So true!

My civic actually also held that hp/liter record at the time. 160 hp for 1.6 liter

My 04 cavalier is an absolute monster I redline it every single day and it has zero issues with 300,000 km if cavalier was rwd would be an amazing drift car

U missed the most important fact is that the more complex a car is engineered and built, the easier it is to break, in other words ppl call it "unreliable" but we know its not really the case, just compare how many parts used and the level of technology and craftmanship required for building a Farrari and a Honda civic, then u know the answer, also Toyota camery deliberately used less parts and low tech to enhance "reliabilty", so there is always a reason behind it, also Toyota is designed to last years for those low income ppl so they can afford it, but thats not the purpose for building a Farrari right? Jesus, some ppl just doesnt use their brain to think!

that Corvette example won't be viable for the C8, I'm betting. im curious to see how the C8 will turn out, when ppl start driving them.

Great way to start saturday morning!

My 458 Spider has been rock solid!

Ferrari's generally suffer the same fate as some people's marriages.

But is reliable as the gallardo (LP models) or the huracan?

Im just curious... you bought a used Corvette C7 to be used as a rental by retail people. How many repairs has it had under your ownership?

My brothers f430 ferrari the oem radio broked to expensive of a car for the radio to get screwed up.

What about a California model? How are they holding up?

I agree with you for the most part. People should not compare a high performance vehicles to a mass produced vehicle. But Japanese manufacturers do mass produce engines of high output with respect to 100 hp/liter. Also things like sticky switches, droopy headliners, leather that falls apart, window regulators and door handle failures have nothing to do with performance but more with better choice of materials etc, and for such an expensive vehicle like a Ferrari, they really should not really skimp when cheaper mass produced cars do not have the same types of issues. I don't own an exotic car but my old motorcycle, a 1993 Kawasaki Ninja ZX7 which I ride only a few times a year does so reliably and does not fall apart from sitting. The right materials can last a very long time.

Would you buy a 360 challenge stradale ?

Excellent! I’ll drive my Ferrari (when I get one)! 😬

Amazing cars but wont see Italians putting anyone on the moon soon. My TR two issues the weak output shaft with trans and a few electrical gremlins otherwise its been solid. Like the TR you must let it warm up for a few minutes otherwise its known that you must skip 2nd gear you wont be able to get into it so if you don't have time to really warm it up, you are shifting from 1st gear to 3rd gear. Yep the garage queens with owners bragging the car only has 1500 miles are ones that you might want to step away from unless the service is already done. Great factual video and not hearsay :) :) Im a corvette guy and performance level, they are already there LOL From the z06 to zr1. From Nurburg times to HP. c6 zr1 is bullet proof and pulled a ring time 8 seconds faster than an enzo. C6 z06 did as well. I hammered my vettes and expect breakage for how i drove it but its true, you can hammer the hell out of a vette and its solid. The base c7 is solid but again you have 4 levels of vette (c7 , including the grand sport)

I agree with Meg on the live stream. I am much more interested in a "normal guy" working on his R'arri in the garage than some other projects. Cool to see you back in the garage being "normal".

So basically what you are saying is a higher mileage super car will be cheaper to buy and to maintain as less things are likely going to give in because its been in use more...hmmm interesting I never really thought about it that way.