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Bank 2 Sensor 1, O2 Sensor has packed up. Anyone had an idea as to an equivalent in non-Maserati terms, I am stuck here on the west of Ireland and can only access local part shops currently.

Good evening all, I travelled over to Autoshield a couple of weeks ago for a new clutch and service. When you find a trustworthy supplier you will go the extra mile to get to them, and as I have 100% confidence in Marios and his team, my 'extra mile', involves several nights in hotels, 2...

Morning all, Dropped my car into Marios, Autoshield this morning. Any suggestions where to visit in Manchester for the day? Regards, Pat.

Hi, On a 2005 QP, is the handbrake adjustment based on a ratchet system inside the hub, that is, do you turn the little cog to adjust the handbrake? Can the cables be adjusted? My handbrake is absolutely useless! Pat.

Hi. My paint guy is at present trying to find the Paint Code for my 2005 QP. I believe it's Gregio Touring, but there seems to be a number of shades. Where is the Paint Code located? Many thanks, Pat

Hi, Having heard horror stories about ruined paintwork, as a result of 'wrap', I fearfully removed it from my roof. The result? Nothing. 3 years later and the paintwork is perfect!

Hi all, Got some advice re; this matter. Will rest the case for the moment. Many thanks, Pat

Hi, Any thoughts on an online supplier for car touch up paints? Pat.

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My electric boot latch stopped working yesterday. After some examination, I discovered several wires contained in the rubber housing, between the boot lid and car body, were either broken or badly pinched. I repaired the wiring and all is well again. I would imagine this could be a common...

Hi. Any ideas about torque value of lug nuts on a 2005 QP?

Auto Glym Active Stain Remover seems to do a good job cleaning those hateful rubberised buttons. Just damp a microfiber cloth and gently rub.

Hi, Where is Throtte Position Sensor on a QP 4.2? I am having a number of issues including erratic idling and more dramatically, the motor revving up, sometimes to the red, of its own accord. This usually occurs in traffic when trying to gently creep along. The actual throttle pedal has...

Evenin' all. Rather stuck at the moment for rear brake pads for my QP 4.2 (2005). Are there any other car marques (ie, common brands), that use the same pads? Regards, Pat.

Best value in terms of delivery and price for oil and air filters?

Recently, I went down to Kerry for a few days in my 1922 Model T, stepping out of one of the fastest cars on the road, in one of the slowest. I was very ambitious, and decided to tackle some of the mountain passes there. I unfortunately met my match, 20 feet from the top of the incredibly steep...

At the weekend, I was out on wedding duty and being pestered by a gaggle of BMW's, in particular a viciously fast M3. In an attempt to show them a clean pair of heels, I dropped a few gears and unleashed the hounds. When I did this, the dashboard lit up and the steering became very heavy...

Contactless QP 4.2 Throttle Body? Hi all, Is there a contactless throttle body or conversion, available for a 2005 QP 4.2? I am having problems with erratic running and alarming revving for no reason! Pat.

Hi all, My alternator is failing it seems, has anyone here replaced their alternator themselves, it looks a like a fairly straight forward 'nuts and bolts' job. And no, there is absolutely no garage on the island of Ireland I would trust with my car! Thanks, Pat

Hi, I do believe in giving credit where it's due. Particularly when there is no gain whatsoever to the other party involved. I spent the last 3 days taking my 2005 QP apart, trying to find the cause of a non-working heater blower. One call to Marios in Autoshield solved the problem literally...