I bought a second-hand Ferrari 328 GTS, and I noticed that it has a high idle at 1500 rpm. The idle screw will not fix it. I wonder if it's the throttle position sensor. What should I do?

You might want to check if your floor mat is in the correct position. Some car owners report that the cause of their engine idling was that the floor mat was pushing up onto the accelerator. This happens unknowingly. However, if your floor mat is okay and there is still high idling and revving when you shift transmission, then there might be a problem with your stick pedal or cable. You can confirm this if the engine runs excessively rich, and there is a hesitation when accelerating. You might also want to check the valve under the coolant reservoir if it is still okay. If all else fails, try to re-torque the intake manifold bolts, and check all your vacuum and air hoses for leaks.

I own a Ferrari 328 GTS, and it has been doing a terrific job while on the road. However, I find it too flashy to drive. I'm thinking of keeping it in my garage for quite a while since I also have an ordinary sedan. What should I prepare myself for?

Keeping your Ferrari parked in a damp garage is a big no-no. It's synonymous to killing your car. Leaving it untouched for a few weeks or months will make the rubbers perish, and the tires will get flat spots. In other words, it will no longer be a Ferrari when you get back to it. These cars are built and bought to be used for high mileage, and once one gets unused, you will experience all the problems. If you are not using it, just make sure that you take time to start the engine every day to keep it working. If you can afford it, take it to your dealer once in a while for a maintenance check. Otherwise, you should sell it to an owner who is willing to drive it and maintain it for you.

I was really shocked when my 328 GTS won't start. I didn't know what to do, so I immediately brought it to the dealer. However, after a few diagnoses, not to mention plenty of cash being spent, it still won't start. What should I do?

It is not an unusual occurrence for 328 GTS units to suffer from starting problems. If your vehicle won't start, try to turn the key to the ‘on' position. You should hear the electric fuel pump run for a few seconds, and then die. If you don't hear it, then you might have a relay problem. If you find that the relays are in good condition, chances are, something's wrong with the connectors for the fuel pump. You can find these at the passenger's footwell. You need to clean up the contacts of these connectors or even replace them, depending on their condition.

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