Dan, this is why I wanted to buy that yellow 355 spider for as cheap as possible. I knew I may have had to sink a crapload of money into it. Still was a good buy at 57k... should have bought it...
I am always so impressed with Josh and his knowledge and abilities. His profane sense of humor and and overall outlook on life is very entertaining. But there is no one else I would want to work on my Ferrari......If I had a Ferrari
Starting at around 19:00, Josh is really speaking the bare truth about Ferrari dealerships and what he says squares EXACTLY with my experience. When you buy a Ferrari, you expect everyone from sales to service are experts but what I have found is that they are worse than your average Chevy dealer and certainly no where on par with a Lexus dealership. It was a big lesson I learned the hardway.
Had a 98 355 gts and my first major was $20k as the headers were cracked and one of the struts was leaking. Also the f1 transmission can also be a ticking time bomb, other than that it is still the best sounding Ferrari and one of the best looking ever. Wish we had a mechanic like Josh. Great video guys and because its a 355 that has not been serviced well I will guess 76 Quacks.
Parts usually about $3k including clutch, HE parts, and clutch. $8k is likely the min for full engine out labor w/clutch. W/O clutch and labor reduce by $2-3k. To get a $20k bill it's because you had to replace things like cats, headers, radiator leak, AC problem, or take the trans or engine apart to replace internals. As you likely will, use the Hill Engineering bearings etc. maybe the silicone hose kit etc. IMHO
We have a few guys here in Northern CA that are very good on the F355's. Our F355 has hit 73k miles with no issue, when maintained they are excellent cars. Cant wait for this project, should be fun.
Man, I didn't want this video to end! I could listen to Josh and Dan bouncing off each other all day! Josh's knowledge and way of doing things - which is to say, correctly - makes the video just fly by. The quack count for this series will be: 133
Love Josh's earthy answers to questions... He knows his stuff and I enjoy watching and learning. I would guess 758 quacks... as long as they are not all on Wednesday.
Dan, we have a wealthy mutual friend who once had a 355 and who said, “these cars are too expensive to own.” Now I understand what he was talking about! Good luck with this beast bro and with the new baby…congratulations!
Ive always loved the look of the 355. That would be the first question asked about the valve guides on this car if it were me. The recall on these was improperly placed screw clamps for the fuel supply lines which I'm sure has lit up some of these over the years, pretty scary. Beautiful car nonetheless!
Rather ingenious to have a knowledgeable tech like Josh involved in the project and to record his and all other work. When you have this car dialed in, you will be able to sell it for a premium...because everyone will know this car has been done right.
355 quacks, not more not less. Nice project. It has a big job ahead but that car deserves it all. Love the technical information. We will learn a lot from that wise man. Thanks!
I will say 45 quacks. If Josh is around a lot that may not be enough. ;) This is great, I learned so much about 355 already. One of my dream cars. This video has the fun between you guys, just a bunch of normal guys working on a car while talking smack about each other's cars and stuff. Love it. Josh is obviously The Man on Ferraris and probably other cars too. Some cars are bad. However, this shows that inadequate service or bad service can make an expensive car to run, even more expensive; thus, creating the bad name for the 355. It will be crucial for me to hire some one like Josh to go through any 355 I consider. I would love to bid on this car, if you guys ultimately go through it. Its perfect, a GTS, a manual, and a shade of red. It will need very little once you guys are done. Dan I know you will present this as a honest car when you are done. People will know what they are getting. I just wish it could be me. I appreciate you. Best of luck
Wow....this guy is like Yoda for 355s. I love 355s. The only car I'd take over a 355 is a 430 Scud. Other than that, the 355 is just a epic looking car
First thing I wanna buy with any decent windfall: a 355, because it just is. Thing I must not buy with any decent windfall because I will ultimately have to sell my house: a 355.
I’m guessing 522 quacks! Well, I’ll be honest, I live in San Diego and I’m terrified of owning a 355 someday, but it’s my dream car. Steve Maxwell no longer works on Ferraris here, so I have no clue who I’d even trust to work on one. I guess someday I’ll just plan on shipping my future car to Josh for all of its major services 😂 I hope the owner does cough up the cash to do the work as GTSs are just skyrocketing in value, and it’s worth the investment. The car seems so nice cosmetically as well. Good *quacking* luck, guys! Can’t wait to see the series!
355 quacks. Watching these videos I think I could own a 348, 355, or 360. They are cars, not space ships. Then I hear a spark plug wire set is $1000 and my thoughts quickly change to "Quack no!"
Worth the money, if it's going to get actually fixed. I don't mind spending money, but what I don't like is spending money, and then spending money, over and over for the same problem.
I ran out of numbers on my key pad for the quack count, just send me the T-shirt already 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆!! But seriously looking forward to this one!
The 355 is my favorite car of all time, that said I would never own one because the maintenance is astronomical. But, the sound and exterior design are flawless.
Great video! Learned a lot. Not buying an F car anytime soon (although 458 would be my next). Sticking with my SLS. Dan review an SLS vs. the 458 🙏 … going with 131 Quacks!
I have a feeling Normal Guy L.L.C. will wind up putting Josh's kids through Stanford! Really looking forward to this profanity-laced adventure. These are always extremely informative. Josh needs to have T-shirts made up that have his most quotable quotes emblazoned on them ( for example: "#$@&^*+$÷ YOUR @%$&>×%# MOM AND %@$&*×>^!$ STUPID CAR!!!" - Josh ). I predict there will be 202 Josh-generated "quacks" by the end of this series. Ready.....GO!!.....
I was really considering a late model 512 but these videos made me realize 8 just don't care that much. Another gt3 it is, drive for 18 months and get another.
Congrats on the newbourn Meg and Dan! My quack guess is 467 including this video unless f@#$%n Ferrari guy is struck by lightning in the next couple of days. If that happens then my guess is 16.
Great content! (It’s not my $) but spend the money and save this car. I bet you can get close to breaking even or more with today’s market. 237 is my guess
Was looking to buy a smart yellow 355, but when I emailed some questions, specifically if a PPI could be performed and if the valve guides/fuel issues had been mitigated, the seller’s response was I was asking ‘too many questions’. That was a big red flag and every reason for me to assume it’s a car similar to the one in the video. But I’m glad I asked and didn’t buy it!
Another cool video, i thought the 355 will be bad but not that bad, long time he didnt't see a service. Hi Adam. Good to see you Josh.bitching around haha Oh Dan should be a dad by now :) :) or almost there
Dan, this is why I wanted to buy that yellow 355 spider for as cheap as possible. I knew I may have had to sink a crapload of money into it. Still was a good buy at 57k... should have bought it...
@@timburrows6558 Yeah, well, shoulda coulda woulda.....
Who would have been able to predict the current market?
I am always so impressed with Josh and his knowledge and abilities. His profane sense of humor and and overall outlook on life is very entertaining. But there is no one else I would want to work on my Ferrari......If I had a Ferrari
Starting at around 19:00, Josh is really speaking the bare truth about Ferrari dealerships and what he says squares EXACTLY with my experience. When you buy a Ferrari, you expect everyone from sales to service are experts but what I have found is that they are worse than your average Chevy dealer and certainly no where on par with a Lexus dealership. It was a big lesson I learned the hardway.
Lexus is second to none in customer service.
@@john_belk I've owned a "none" a couple times in my life. Slightly less convenient...but perfectly reliable and affordable!
Had a 98 355 gts and my first major was $20k as the headers were cracked and one of the struts was leaking. Also the f1 transmission can also be a ticking time bomb, other than that it is still the best sounding Ferrari and one of the best looking ever. Wish we had a mechanic like Josh. Great video guys and because its a 355 that has not been serviced well I will guess 76 Quacks.
I love Josh's work shoes! Kinda like Dan's!
Safety Sandals!
Happy Weekend Guys.
Daniel I would say 250 Quacks we are at 29 and engine isn't even out yet.
Josh (Exotic power and performance) is the best mechanic i've ever seen thanks for this 🤣🤣🤬💝
Lol I agree
Parts usually about $3k including clutch, HE parts, and clutch. $8k is likely the min for full engine out labor w/clutch. W/O clutch and labor reduce by $2-3k. To get a $20k bill it's because you had to replace things like cats, headers, radiator leak, AC problem, or take the trans or engine apart to replace internals. As you likely will, use the Hill Engineering bearings etc. maybe the silicone hose kit etc. IMHO
We have a few guys here in Northern CA that are very good on the F355's. Our F355 has hit 73k miles with no issue, when maintained they are excellent cars. Cant wait for this project, should be fun.
Yeah, this one has 78k on it but there's some issues going on.
Is there anyone you recommend in the SF Bay Area?
@@stevedekorte Waterfront Automobili ask from Sal or Sheldon, they are in Potrero Hill SF. Been in business since 1979.
Man, I didn't want this video to end! I could listen to Josh and Dan bouncing off each other all day! Josh's knowledge and way of doing things - which is to say, correctly - makes the video just fly by. The quack count for this series will be: 133
Love Josh's earthy answers to questions... He knows his stuff and I enjoy watching and learning. I would guess 758 quacks... as long as they are not all on Wednesday.
"We know of a couple that run and drive all the time and have few issues..." Said as my car currently sits on the lift in Josh's shop. :P
Knock on wood....
Jeff. I am sure that you take very good care of your car. This car was obviously neglected.
I could sit and listen to Josh talking cars alday the guy is just a laff a minute with no filter absolute legend.
A tech at Ferrari of ATL once told me “Great car if you have the money to waste.”
Fairly accurate
Dan, we have a wealthy mutual friend who once had a 355 and who said, “these cars are too expensive to own.” Now I understand what he was talking about! Good luck with this beast bro and with the new baby…congratulations!
True!
Ive always loved the look of the 355. That would be the first question asked about the valve guides on this car if it were me. The recall on these was improperly placed screw clamps for the fuel supply lines which I'm sure has lit up some of these over the years, pretty scary. Beautiful car nonetheless!
I can't wait for a t-shirt. I'm gathering the guys to play Drink Quack. One quack one drink.
Oh man I hope your liver is on good shape
One good thing about TH-cam, cash flow from content is resurrecting some really dead (if not half dead) cars. Keep it up Dan!
Rather ingenious to have a knowledgeable tech like Josh involved in the project and to record his and all other work. When you have this car dialed in, you will be able to sell it for a premium...because everyone will know this car has been done right.
Hopefully!
Love it when Josh gets together with you guys and spills his guts!
207 Quacks
182 Quacks in honor of one of my favorite bands; Blink 182. C'mon Josh don't let me "quacking" down!
my guess is 144 quacks...Love the F355 GTS one of my favorite. thanks for featuring in this project series
You're welcome
I came for the 355 drama and got the bonus stickbug footage!
I will go with 128 quacks. I'm confident of that. ............... maybe.
164 Quacks, Josh the Quack master LOL
if i ever consider to buy a ferrari am going to contact Josh and have his opinion on that car!!! and my guess on Quacks is 355 when this is done..
That's a smart move
Due he’s not a mechanic ,,he’s a scientist
I have a piston and a valve on my desk from mine!
Yikes!
Great video, looking forward to the rest. I'll go with 355 quacks, obviously.
Sorry if I missed it, but how many miles on the clock?
Josh is great, love his explicit knowledge :-) The curly haired dude looks like a police sketch artists impression though.
🤣🤣
He's in a Lamborghini shirt working on a Ferrari with a Porsche in the background
Right?!?!? , lol!
I'm all about inclusivity.
@@exoticpower8073 Italians and a German what could go wrong
@@john_belk that was the point of my comment
Lol valid point
Love these quacking videos. 458 quacks
Cool hand Josh
355 quacks, not more not less.
Nice project. It has a big job ahead but that car deserves it all. Love the technical information. We will learn a lot from that wise man.
Thanks!
Thanks
Great episode !!!!
JOOOOSSHHH (WOOOOOO) !!! Racking up those quack numbers !!!
Great video!! Love Josh. 425 quacks
I will say 45 quacks. If Josh is around a lot that may not be enough. ;) This is great, I learned so much about 355 already. One of my dream cars. This video has the fun between you guys, just a bunch of normal guys working on a car while talking smack about each other's cars and stuff. Love it. Josh is obviously The Man on Ferraris and probably other cars too. Some cars are bad. However, this shows that inadequate service or bad service can make an expensive car to run, even more expensive; thus, creating the bad name for the 355. It will be crucial for me to hire some one like Josh to go through any 355 I consider. I would love to bid on this car, if you guys ultimately go through it. Its perfect, a GTS, a manual, and a shade of red. It will need very little once you guys are done. Dan I know you will present this as a honest car when you are done. People will know what they are getting. I just wish it could be me. I appreciate you. Best of luck
Dan, just do it! Fix that car!
Josh will need to be quacked 278 times!
I would say 355 quacks! Yes I realize the irony in the number. C'mon Josh you can do it.
Love the project car vids, only reason I subscribe
Josh is good for 458, my fav Ferrari
Josh seems like go to guy for your Ferrari servicing 👍
Yes he is
432 quacks if Josh has to help a lot
Wow....this guy is like Yoda for 355s. I love 355s. The only car I'd take over a 355 is a 430 Scud. Other than that, the 355 is just a epic looking car
For sure
First thing I wanna buy with any decent windfall: a 355, because it just is.
Thing I must not buy with any decent windfall because I will ultimately have to sell my house: a 355.
355 is my number
I guess I’ll be the guy with the corny answer…355 Quacks!
289 quacks.
Dan: Awww Gheeeezzz
Dan is confirmed Morty from Rick & Morty.
399 quacks
385 of those from Josh :-)
355 quacks on this F355!
11:00 how old is the fuel in the tank of this car that’s been in storage for months? Start simple!! Drain out the old gas see how it runs!!
Yeah, that's on the list of possible problems.
Hilarious and knowledgeable...take my money please.
Lol thank you
Great vids….but you might want to put some cover on the paint while working.
My guess is 355 quacks. That does not include the owner's comments when he finds how quacked up his motor is.
My guess for number of quacks is 458
999, Dan! (Price is Right style answer ftw!)
I’m guessing 522 quacks! Well, I’ll be honest, I live in San Diego and I’m terrified of owning a 355 someday, but it’s my dream car. Steve Maxwell no longer works on Ferraris here, so I have no clue who I’d even trust to work on one. I guess someday I’ll just plan on shipping my future car to Josh for all of its major services 😂
I hope the owner does cough up the cash to do the work as GTSs are just skyrocketing in value, and it’s worth the investment. The car seems so nice cosmetically as well. Good *quacking* luck, guys! Can’t wait to see the series!
Haha thank you! Yes, the owner is on board with a full rebuild!
Ooh I guess 375 quacks! This is going to be a quacking awesome series of videos.
Back to great technical viewing!
355 quacks. Watching these videos I think I could own a 348, 355, or 360. They are cars, not space ships. Then I hear a spark plug wire set is $1000 and my thoughts quickly change to "Quack no!"
Aagh, 355 was already guessed. 356 quacks! Better to guess a Porsche model anyway. 😂
245 quacks! Great video btw!
Worth the money, if it's going to get actually fixed. I don't mind spending money, but what I don't like is spending money, and then spending money, over and over for the same problem.
I ran out of numbers on my key pad for the quack count, just send me the T-shirt already 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆 🦆!! But seriously looking forward to this one!
How long until this beauty is running nicely?
Lol, there's another question to take bets on.
The 355 is my favorite car of all time, that said I would never own one because the maintenance is astronomical. But, the sound and exterior design are flawless.
I'll say 169 quacks total.
And I thought this series was going to be just another Italian tune-up video.. LOL
769 quacks because Ferrari
Great video! Learned a lot. Not buying an F car anytime soon (although 458 would be my next). Sticking with my SLS. Dan review an SLS vs. the 458 🙏 … going with 131 Quacks!
A nice 458 still exists and are easy cars to maintain.
Quack count due to Josh alone may reach 300.
That guy is like a vulgar rain man!
The count will be 162
Dude you need to come to LA and open a ferrari shop…
That place is toooooo expensive 🥵
I love this channel.
Thank you! 😁👍
I have a feeling Normal Guy L.L.C. will wind up putting Josh's kids through Stanford! Really looking forward to this profanity-laced adventure. These are always extremely informative.
Josh needs to have T-shirts made up that have his most quotable quotes emblazoned on them ( for example: "#$@&^*+$÷ YOUR @%$&>×%# MOM AND %@$&*×>^!$ STUPID CAR!!!" - Josh ).
I predict there will be 202 Josh-generated "quacks" by the end of this series. Ready.....GO!!.....
I was really considering a late model 512 but these videos made me realize 8 just don't care that much. Another gt3 it is, drive for 18 months and get another.
Excellent video even with all the quackery!
Haha thanks
Many ducks were flying around Adams garage.
Quack count will be 10,289, anticipate at least 18 videos...not off to a good start
Haha
1,786- quacks! There is so much work to be done, I am guessing 5-8 episodes
Plugs sponsor at -180 degrees. This man has not yet sold out, gj.
Assuming you guys do go ahead with rebuilding the engine (the owner doesn't throw in the towel now...) I'm gonna go with 355 quacks 😁
While Dan is in misery and hopefully ultimately the best day of his life, we are enjoying this legendary video👍
Lol thanks
How much for the car ?
Make an offer...
You guys should get a 308 project car after this .
Congrats on the newbourn Meg and Dan! My quack guess is 467 including this video unless f@#$%n Ferrari guy is struck by lightning in the next couple of days. If that happens then my guess is 16.
99 quacks! Love the content.
170 quacks
Unintended though it might be, is there any stronger testament on You Tube than NGS for not walking, but running from these cars?
Only those without the budget or patience walk.
Lol! Josh ain't lying!
LOL no kidding. He only speaks the truth.
Guessing 377 quacks total
Great content! (It’s not my $) but spend the money and save this car. I bet you can get close to breaking even or more with today’s market. 237 is my guess
My guess is 175 quacks.. especially if Josh is staying involved, it will be a gloriously high number. :)
Yeah it will be up there
What a fantastic video!
Thanks
Was looking to buy a smart yellow 355, but when I emailed some questions, specifically if a PPI could be performed and if the valve guides/fuel issues had been mitigated, the seller’s response was I was asking ‘too many questions’. That was a big red flag and every reason for me to assume it’s a car similar to the one in the video. But I’m glad I asked and didn’t buy it!
Yeah that's an unmotivated seller or he's hiding something
In honor of the 288 GTO I’m going to say 288 quacks.
319 total quacks. Bring on the vulgarity!
And i bet all series will be 355 quacks, because yes hahaha
I have the feeling the ducks will be flying in this series so I'm going with 165 quacks
Another cool video, i thought the 355 will be bad but not that bad, long time he didnt't see a service. Hi Adam. Good to see you Josh.bitching around haha
Oh Dan should be a dad by now :) :) or almost there
Who uses horizontally opposed 6 cylinder engines? *laughs in subaru*