Sempre Mar-Apr 05b.qxd - Ferrari Club of America - Southwest Region

Tech Session atThe Auto GalleryA large gathering of our members were eager for the opportunity tohave their Ferraris throughly scrutinized by factory-trained service techniciansat Auto Gallery Ferrari in Woodland Hills, CA. This was an excellentopportunity to get to know your Ferrari on an intimate level as each owner could reviewthe mechanical soundness of their car with the service technician.Each owner completed a form with their Ferrari’s information, after which their carwas placed on a lift for a complete inspection of all components of their car. Suspension,engine, transmission, oil, coolant, heating/air conditioning system, gaskets, hoses andbelts were among the parts and pieces examined by the technician and discussed withthe owner. Proper maintainence and servicing and repair options as well as available factoryupdates to their specific model were advised by the technician at the conclusion ofthe over 30 minute inspection.Owners were also able to meet other ownersof like model Ferraris to learn of each othersexperiences and self-learned tips of keeping theircars in top running condition.Auto Gallery generously provided coffeeand donuts as members arrived. Complementarysandwiches and beverages were served aslunchtime grew near. A special Auto GalleryFerrari cake honoring 50 years of Ferrari inAmerica was enjoyed as sweet treat to ourmembers.We wish to thank Auto Gallery’s GaryKawakami and all of the service technicianswho gave up their Saturday morning to provideour members with valuable information onthe proper upkeep and maintanence of theircherished prancing horses. Thanks also to ourPresident Murray Cogan for organizing thistimely event for our membership. SFArticle by Tex K. OttoPhotos by The Auto GalleryT H A N K S T O24