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Articles and guides tagged "big boy exotics" from Big Boy Exotics - covering sourcing, authentication, and ownership of exotic and luxury vehicles.

• Ferrari Testarossa: What the Side Strakes Tell a US Buyer
  Understand the original Ferrari Testarossa’s cooling-led design, model identity, garage fit and documentation before a US purchase.
• Rolex GMT-Master II: Learn the Local-Hour Hand Before Choosing a Bezel
  Understand the GMT-Master II’s local-hour hand, reference time and rotating bezel before choosing a pre-owned travel watch.
• HondaJet: Why the Engines Sit Above the Wings
  Explore the original HondaJet’s engine placement, aerodynamic development and cabin packaging before evaluating a US ownership mission.
• 2016 Dodge Viper ACR: A Proper Street-Setup Handover
  Understand the 2016 Dodge Viper ACR’s road and track setup differences, then verify suspension settings, equipment and service records before delivery.
• Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Coupe: Give the Five-Speed a Fair Test
  Explore the original Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren coupe’s five-speed automatic and build a US buying inspection around its distinctive engineering.
• Early BMW i8 Coupe: Plan a Two-Powertrain Inspection
  Buying a pre-facelift BMW i8 coupe in the US? Understand its front electric drive and rear gasoline powertrain before planning the inspection.
• Porsche 991.2 Turbo S: What Sport Response Adds to the Drive
  A US buyer’s guide to the 991.2 Porsche 911 Turbo S coupe: dynamic boost, Sport Response, PDK behavior and a sensible inspection plan.
• Lexus LC 500 Coupe: Learn the V8 Through Its Ten-Speed Gearbox
  Understand the early Lexus LC 500 coupe’s V8 and ten-speed automatic, then build a test drive around commuting, highway travel and manual control.
• Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII: Document the Gallery Before Buying
  The Phantom VIII Gallery makes the dashboard part of the car’s specification story. Verify its materials, documentation and condition in a used-car search.
• Bentley Continental Supersports: Read the Original Lightweight Brief
  The 2009–2011 Continental Supersports paired W12 power with a lighter specification. Inspect the seats, brakes and documented configuration together.
• McLaren 12C Coupe: Verify the Factory Upgrade History
  The 12C received a factory power and usability update announced in June 2012. Compare each coupe’s documented configuration, rather than its year alone.
• Aston Martin V12 Vantage S: Follow the Cooling Airflow
  The V12 Vantage S grille and bonnet vents form a working cooling package. Use that context to inspect bodywork, repairs and modifications before buying.
• Jaguar F-Type R AWD: Why the 2016 Model-Year Boundary Matters
  Separate launch dates from model years when comparing early F-Type R AWD coupes, then verify the driveline, tires and original US specification.
• Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV: Establish the Specification Before Comparing Cars
  For a Countach 5000 Quattrovalvole search, separate generation, fuel-system specification and documented changes before comparing examples.
• Ferrari 550 Maranello: Inspect the Whole Manual Driveline
  A 550 Maranello inspection should connect clutch action, gear selection, differential condition and service records before an interstate purchase.
• Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano: Evaluate the Magnetic Dampers on Real Roads
  Understand the 599 GTB Fiorano’s SCM suspension, then build a road test and inspection around the condition of the complete chassis.
• Ferrari F430 Coupe: Make the E-Diff Part of the Inspection
  The F430’s electronic differential and manettino deserve a documented check alongside the engine, gearbox and bodywork.