Lessons from buying a Ferrari for my child…

By Nigel Wong, Contributor @ Kids In Perth 09 Sep 2023

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Like many car enthusiast families in Perth, we've spent hours walking around and admiring Ferrari, Lamborghinis and other exotics at Barbagallo Motors.

However, I thought to myself...

Christmas 2016 was going to be special.

So I took the plunge and purchased an exotic car.

Unfortunately, not for me...

At the tender age of 6-years old, my son finally realised a playground dream... Ferrari ownership.

It was a beautiful red Ferrari F12 Berlinetta and I've never seen him so excited.

We've since sold the Ferrari after he grew out of it but he always look back with fond memories.

From us picking it out at the shop, through to, his very first and last drive.

"It made me feel like the coolest kid! I wasn't some kid playing at the playground... I was driving!" Nate recalls.

"We should've used it a lot more. Wish we did" we both lament.

So with 20/20 hindsight... here's are 5 lessons or buying mistakes we've made so you don't have to!

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#1. Pay for a licensed product at your budget. Don't skimp on this.

Yes, Electric Ride-Ons aren't cheap toys however... they're a lot of fun and, bought correctly, are a quality toy.

At the time, Nate received a licensed Ferrari F12 Berlinetta ride on which I justified by the fact that most people will never ever own or experience one so why not let him dream and have aspirations?

Also, like a real Ferrari, I figured someone will always want one so we can always sell it later.

We'll get to that later...

#2. Get the car as soon as your child can fit in it.

Our most major regret was not using it enough...

Get the car as soon as your child can fit in it and you're going to get more mileage from it.

Imagine having a $600 car and using it over the full 4 year period between the ages of 2 to 6... it's better value than paying for a toy that only lasts for 1 or 2 years.

#3. Does your car backseats fold down? Alternatively, do you have a wagon, ute, van or car backseats fold down?

Once again, it's all about getting the most use out of the toy, the best place to really get full use of the ride on is at the park.

It helps if you're driving a four wheel drive, ute or wagon so it's easy to load and unload the electric ride on.

#4. Get used to the attention...

Yes, your child will be the center of attention at the park and feel like a baller. Don't be shy and just smile.

#5. Don't be lazy.

With an electric ride on, like a weekend car in the garage, you've gotta always try to keep it charged so it's ready to be used anytime.

Personally, I could've been less lazy in getting out to the park more often and, ultimately, getting more use of it.

Force yourself to bring it to the park no matter how annoying it might feel.

At the end of our 3 years owning the toy...

Eventually, it for $250 with plenty of Facebook Marketplace interest.

Over the 3 years, it cost roughly $150 per year to own but that's due to us not using it enough.

Mint or not, a Ferrari electric ride on is going to sell!

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Looking back...

Would I do it all again? Hell yeah we would except...

We would've bought it from Artin Toys rather than a Department Store.

Coincidentally, Artin Toys has a showroom just down the road from Barbagallo Motors in Osborne Park. Why not check them out next time you're admiring exotic supercars?

Buying from Artin Toys gives parents peace of mind.

They're Perth's experts when it comes to electric ride on and offer product knowledge and, most importantly, offer service that you won't receive anywhere else.

Too bulky to carry in your car? Hubby working away at the moment?

Not a worry... They can have a staff member deliver your Electric Ride-On, as well as, install and put everything together.

Most importantly, have any mechanical or electrical issues? They can sort them out at their dedicated workshop and, also, you have a 12-month product warranty in case anything goes wrong.

Artin Toys also has the largest range of licensed stock to meet every budget and kids are welcome to check and test drive their next ride!

For more information, visit the Art in Toys showroom at 3 Hector Street West, Osborne Park or call 0413 415 572.

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Artintoys (Kids Ride On Cars Australia) provides your child with the most advanced, safe and affordable ride-on toys.

With their electric bikes and cars, they can enjoy driving and riding just like adults!

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