I have a theory that car reliability and freedom from problems peaked in the late 90s and early 00s. Before that the issue was rust and the unreliability of things like carbs and ignition systems. After that we start to hit fancy electronics which your average mechanic cant understand any more than you can.Until we reach the situation right now when a brake pad change can require a man with a computer and software from the manufacturer.
Unless you have pots of money and are happy to use the likes of Dick Lovett, I would not suggest that a modern Ferrari is much fun. As someone has said its too fast. Its wildly expensive to buy and way beyond the skills of your local garage. Less the case with cheaper brands like Porsche. And you find yourself "saving" the car to be used only for special journeys say on country B roads - whats the point of an exotic car in an M4 traffic queue?
That said for far less than a new Plus Four, say £40k, you could buy a Ferrari from the era I mention, enjoy reliablility, have excellent useable performance and relatively cheap service costs from local specialists. Even DIY suitable if you are so inclined. All I was trying to say in my first post was " dont be frightened. They make good cars with better engines than Porker".
