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Ferrari service and repair in Plano
Independent Ferrari service in Plano, from the 360 and F430 to the California, the 458 and the cars that followed. Careful, documented work, and paint protection under the same roof.
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Common issues and services
What to watch on a Ferrari
A Ferrari is serviced to its calendar as much as its odometer. Most are driven sparingly, and time is harder on them than miles: belts, fluids, rubber and batteries age whether the car leaves the garage or not.
The generations are distinct. The 360 and F430 offered the F1 automated single-clutch gearbox. From the California and the 458 Italia onward, Ferrari moved to a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox, and the cars became markedly easier to live with.
Newer Ferraris sold with the factory's seven-year maintenance program may have their scheduled services covered by Ferrari. We are straightforward about that: use it. We look after what it does not cover, and the cars that have aged out of it.
Cam belts on older V8s
The V8s in the 355 and 360 drive their camshafts with rubber belts, which Ferrari replaces on time as well as mileage. On the 355, the major service has traditionally meant lowering the engine out of the car; the 360's belts can be done with the engine in place. The F430 and later V8s use chains instead.
F1 gearbox clutch and hydraulics
Cars with the F1 gearbox, such as the 360 and F430, use a single clutch operated by a hydraulic pump and accumulator. Clutch wear can be read with diagnostic equipment and is worth tracking over time. A pump that runs constantly or a slow, hesitant shift deserves a look before it leaves the car stranded.
Sticky switches and interior trim
On many 2000s Ferraris, the soft-touch coating on buttons, vents and consoles breaks down in heat and turns sticky. It is cosmetic, but it is the first thing a buyer notices, and a Texas summer speeds it along. Affected parts can be refinished rather than replaced.
Carbon-ceramic brakes
Many Ferraris from the F430 onward were offered with carbon-ceramic brakes, and later models fitted them as standard. They last a long time in road use but are costly to replace, so pads should be changed before they wear far enough to harm the rotors.
Nose lift and low front ends
The optional nose-lift system raises the front for ramps and steep driveways. Use it every time: the splitter and the underside of the front bumper are the first things to touch, and they are expensive to put right. A lift that has become slow or will not hold should be checked.
Time-based service and battery care
A Ferrari that stands for weeks drains its battery, and low voltage triggers a string of warnings that can look alarming. Keep it on a conditioner. Brake fluid and coolant are replaced on time whether or not the car has moved, and rubber hoses and belts age on the calendar.
Services Ferrari owners book most
Service
Paint protection film
Premium self-healing film over the paint that takes the chips, from the leading edges to the full body, in a gloss or matte finish.
Service
Maintenance
Factory scheduled maintenance for European cars, to the manufacturer's schedule, with the right oil, fluids and parts. Mercedes-Benz A and B service, BMW condition-based service and mileage services.
Service
Pre-purchase inspection
An independent inspection before you buy a European or exotic car, with photos, video and a plain report on what you are taking on.
Factory tools and process
Dealer-level diagnostics, without the dealer
We have invested in factory-supplied diagnostic software, equipment and tools. The right tool depends on the model and year; your service advisor confirms it for your Ferrari when you book.
Step 1
Diagnose
Factory-supplied diagnostic software and the equipment to use it properly, for a fast and accurate diagnosis.
Step 2
Report
An inspection link by text or email, with photos, video and a full report of what we found.
Step 3
Approve
Recommendations and straight answers before any repair begins. Nothing nonessential.
Step 4
Repair
OEM or premium aftermarket parts and fluids, backed by our warranty.
Warranty on our repairs: 12 months / 12,000 miles. Terms
Recent work
Recent Ferrari work
A black Jaguar XJ, a red Ferrari California, a yellow Lamborghini Aventador Roadster and a dark red Bentley Continental GT parked close under the Luxur Automotive sign. 
A white Ferrari 458 Italia parked outside on a concrete lot. 
A red Ferrari California with its bonnet open next to a tool cart with charging leads. 
A dark red Bentley Continental GT and a yellow Lamborghini Aventador Roadster on the workshop floor, with a Ferrari California under repair behind them.
Reviews
From Ferrari owners
Rated 5 out of 5
I recently brought my Ferrari 488 Spider in for service due to a check engine light, which I suspected was caused by a misfire.
From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. The staff was highly professional, transparent, and treated my vehicle with the utmost care and attention, as if it were their own. There were no delays or unexpected surprises just honest , straightforward service. …
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Ferrari questions
My Ferrari is still covered by the seven-year maintenance program. Should I come to you?
For the scheduled services the program covers, use it: the factory pays. Come to us for everything it does not cover, such as tires, paint protection film, window tint, and repairs outside warranty, and once the program ends, for the scheduled services themselves.
Does a Ferrari 360 need an engine-out service?
No. The 360's cam belts can be replaced with the engine in the car, though it is still a big job. The engine-out major service is associated with earlier V8s such as the 348 and 355. The F430 and later V8s have timing chains and no belt service at all.
How often should the cam belts be changed on an older Ferrari?
Ferrari's schedule sets it by time as well as mileage, so on a low-mileage car the calendar decides, every few years. The service book or invoices tell us when it was last done; if there is no record, assume it is due.
Should I protect my Ferrari's paint with film?
Yes, if the car is driven. Stone chips on a Ferrari nose are almost inevitable on North Texas highways, and respraying original paint affects value. A full front, covering bumper, hood, fenders and mirrors, is the usual starting point. The protection quote gives you a starting range for your car.
Do you inspect used Ferraris before purchase?
Yes. A pre-purchase inspection on a Ferrari should cover the service history against the schedule, when the belts were last done where the car has them, clutch wear on F1 cars, the fault memory, and signs of paint or accident repair. Tell us the model and year and we will tell you what we check.
Does independent servicing affect my Ferrari's factory warranty?
Routine maintenance done to the schedule with suitable parts cannot, on its own, void the warranty; the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act protects your choice of shop. Warranty repairs and recalls are done by a Ferrari dealer, at no cost to you.
Ferrari · Plano, Texas
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