10 Things Owners of Italian Sports Cars Will Never Tell You

- Italy is popular not only because of its cuisine & culture, but also cars
- Italian cars exude upscale luxury and class
- Driving Italian cars is highly prestigious for most car enthusiasts
Well, Italy is not about only its people, cuisine, and culture. In the past few years, cars belonging to Italy have been able to develop a reputation for delivering fantastic cars with upscale luxury and pure performance.
It is worth noting here that driving Italian cars provides you with a sense of prestige which is hard to find in cars belonging from other nations. On the other hand, there are a few things which you should be aware of while investing in an elegant Italian car. Here are the top ten things you should be aware of while buying Italian cars.
Italian Cars are Expensive
No doubt, luxury, performance, and elegance come at a price. That's why Italian cars are expensive and available at a premium price. If you want to drive an Italian car, it is important to be ready to shell out a large amount of money.
Unreliable at Times
Quite interestingly, despite paying a huge amount of money, there are chances that you will end up with an unreliable Italian car. So make sure that you go through the reviews of the car thoroughly before investing.

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Not all Italian Vehicles are Over-Expensive
To be precise, Italian carmakers don't manufacture cars for people struggling with their vehicles. But there are affordable options, too, if you're buying a car from a lesser-known brand. So always do your research on costs and take a wise buying decision while buying Italian cars.
Italian Cars tend to catch fire easily
Well, it is quite stunning to note that an Italian car that costs a fortune can catch fire so easily. But there are instances where cars from Ferrari and Lamborghini have caught fire. This is usually the fault of the people working on the cars.

Unwarranted Attention
If you don't want to be an attraction magnet, refrain from buying an Italian car. With their unique looks, people will always ask you an array of uncomfortable questions. These cars are better for celebrities who always want to hog the limelight.
Italian Cars can be Impractical
Usually, with Italian cars, you have to settle for an impractical look. At times, this can leave the driver helpless. For instance, everyday activities, like entering and exiting the car, can be a hassle. Moreover, a majority of Italian cars have low visibility, which adds to the woes of drivers.
Italian Cars are expensive to maintain
Apart from shelling out a fortune to purchase an Italian car, it would be best if you also considered its maintenance costs. The yearly service costs at the authorized dealerships are pretty expensive, which makes them impractical to opt for. If you want to save money on car service, Italian cars are inappropriate for you.
Not all Italian Cars are Elegant
If your priority is to buy an elegant Italian car, then be aware! This is because not all Italian cars are glamorous and beautiful. Usually, we have a perception of Ferrari and Lamborghini being beautiful and bold. However, the lesser-known carmakers of Italy are not as popular with their car designs.
Ferrari isn't the Largest Italian Car Manufacturer
We usually think of Ferrari when the context is about Italian car manufacturers. However, it would be wrong to assume that Ferrari is the largest car manufacturer in Italy. For instance, we are well aware of the feats of Fiat across the globe. Still today, you can see many Fiat models traversing the road with grace. Quite interestingly, Fiat also owns the upmarket Alfa Romeo and Maserati brands.

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A majority of them don't belong to Italy
To be precise, outside carmakers have acquired a majority of Italian car brands. So it would be wrong to assume that Italian cars belong solely to Italian manufacturers.
Let's hope that by now you are aware of the various aspects of investing in Italian cars.
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