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  1. Charlysparrow

    Maserati Quattroporte GTS

    Hi Guys Sadly it's time to turnaround the Dark Night so I thought I'd put it out there and see the response. First registered Jan 2011, Nero black, coral red interior, two former keepers making me the third, wheels by Lepsons in gloss black, window tints, currently showing less than 23,000...
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    Ouch........Now that hurts!

    Hi Guys, Wondered if anyone knows a good mobile wheel repairer in the north London area. Would prefer to send to Lepsons however the process is quite time consuming and convoluted. So annoyed with myself. Many thanks Charles
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    Planes, trains and automobiles....., well almost!

    I'd like to express my thanks and gratitude to Marios and his team at Autoshield, and whilst I'm at it I'd like to also thank Richard Grace for putting me on to Marios, he might not remember the conversation we had before I bought what I now call the 'Dark Night' but I do. For those of you...
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    Wilton House

    Morning all, Anyone going to Wilton House make sure you stop by to say hi! See you there. Charles Ps glossy black centres now fitted.
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    DMS remap

    Hi Guys Has anyone used DMS services for an engine remap? Interested to know your experiences and opinions on this subject. They are quoting 479 bhp and 400 ft lbs and wondered how this transmits to everyday motoring. Has anyone used a different supplier eg Novitec? Charles
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    Wilton Classic

    Hi Guys As members of the Maserati Club GB we were invited to be part of the event. I believe the event is becoming huge and we are displaying the car with 99 other Maserati owners as part of the centenary. Hope to see you there. Charles
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    Maserati Quattroporte GTS

    Hi Guys, Recently had the wheels colour coded by Lepsons and what a great job they have done. Can highly recommend them and if I can work out how to post photos I'll post them here. Sending the car Today for the rear three windows to be tinted, can't wait to see the outcome! Charly Sparrow
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    Engine bay access mechanism on 2011 Quattroporte

    Hi Guys Apologise for the recent absence, work commitments have kept me away from everything including the forum. So I pull the lever inside the car and the engine bay opens but when I try to access it appears the plastic handle that releases the catch has dropped so I cannot get my...
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    Music madness

    Morning Guys When I plug the iPhone 4s (yes even the previous owner used one) into the car after a short delay music fires up from the phone. Nice you would say? Regardless of whether I am listening to the radio it always defaults back to the iPhone. It does the same thing when not plugged in...
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    Alloy wheel repairs

    Hi Guys, Can anyone point me in the right direction for alloy wheel repairs? Looking for a specialist, preferably with with Maserati experience. Many thanks Charles
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    Outdoor cover for Quattroporte: Im not a happy bunny...

    Hi Guys Anyone know of where to buy a good outdoor cover for the GTS? A neighbours tree has been dropping its contents on the drive and the Mazerati and it's truly annoying me! The wheels are in motion to have the aforementioned removed so until then it's a either a car cover or parking...
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    Hard Drive....

    Hi Guys Wondered if anyone knows how to transfer music files from an iPhone 4s to the hard drive of a 2011 Quattroporte GTS? I have tried copying files within iTunes and loading to a USB however when I insert the stick to the point within the car the screen message says 'no music files...
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    My first week of Maserati ownership

    Hi Guys Just a quick update as we approach the first full week of ownership. Where do I start? Regardless of whether the car is moving or not the car attracts attention , all of which positive. The Maserati causes a stir like no other car I have owned, heads turning, fingers pointing, even...
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    Richard Grace

    Big shout goes out to Richard, nice talking to you today buddy. Charles
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    Maserati world....

    Hi guys Thanks to all of you who replied to my posts with best wishes, much appreciated. I'm now a fully engrossed in the world that is Maserati ownership and from brief observations via the drive home what a spectacular car I have just purchased. Can anyone please help me as I have...
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    The day has finally arrived

    Morning guys Off to collect the Quattroporte GTS soon, my first Maserati! Not even a tube strike can spoil the day, cab booked, organise the missus for a 10 am departure, happy days. Will post photos soon. Have a great day......
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    Quattroporte GTS owner to be

    Hi Guys Just joined the site and thought I'd introduce myself. Going to be the proud owner of a 2011 Maserati Quattroporte GTS 29th April, can't wait! Got a lot to learn as it's my first Maserati so hoping to pick up stuff along the way and hopefully meet some of you soon. Safe driving...