Anyone know either of these?

[Evo Cymru]

G'day all,

As per the title, anyone know anything about either of these:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...chad/used,nearlynew,new/radius/1501?logcode=p

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classif...chad/used,nearlynew,new/radius/1501?logcode=p


Thought I might make some discrete enquires on here before phoning up...Anyone know the dealer?


Cheers

Oliver

 

[Contigo]

Second one is better value. First one is higher miles and well worth checking to see if the cam chain has been done (die at 68k miles).

Also check on both cars to see if the Throttle Body has been upgraded to contactless as imo that is a must do job once getting these cars to perform properly.

 

[Contigo]

If I was in market now for a 320 I'd be looking at this lower miles Grigio as for me the manual is way more involving and charismatic than the Auto.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201401181127107

Also check that the cars have got the "Sports" suspension which was an option at the time. This provides computer controlled damping, you can tell if you have this by looking at the tops of the shock absorbers as they will have a small red ferrari motor. The other give away is a SPORT button rather than a POWER button. Having SPORT makes the car alot more planted on the twisties and allows more fun in the wet when the ASR is normally kicking in all the time.

 

[Contigo]

These are the actuators.

 

[alfatwo]

Second one is better value. First one is higher miles and well worth checking to see if the cam chain has been done (die at 68k miles).

Also check on both cars to see if the Throttle Body has been upgraded to contactless as imo that is a must do job once getting these cars to perform properly.

I've never had any throttle body problems Phil as mine's totally standard, so what's the advantage of going contactless..

Dave

 

[Andyk]

if i was in the market I would have to look at this one at Dicky's

http://www.richardgracecars.co.uk/listing/maserati-3200-gt-5/

 

[bigbob]

Impossible to know without an inspection.

Agree with the second vendor about rising values but these cars could easily cost you more to maintain than the increase in value so it's a false presumption.

 

[Parisien]

Need to drive 'em and inspect them.....can never tell from a photo or description


P

 

[Phil H]

If you're on a limited budget and looking for a keeper this one might fit the bill. I would not normally advocate such a high mileage purchase but the car does look good as does its history:

http://www.sovereigncarsales.co.uk/Sports_Gridpos30.aspx

Don't forget that resale of a high miler can be difficult.

PH

 

[Evo Cymru]

Thanks for the reply - wasn't too sure about the sport mode - unfortunately due to problems with my knee an auto seems to be my only long term choice...will even have to sell my other beloved manual cars eventually!!

If I was in market now for a 320 I'd be looking at this lower miles Grigio as for me the manual is way more involving and charismatic than the Auto.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201401181127107

Also check that the cars have got the "Sports" suspension which was an option at the time. This provides computer controlled damping, you can tell if you have this by looking at the tops of the shock absorbers as they will have a small red ferrari motor. The other give away is a SPORT button rather than a POWER button. Having SPORT makes the car alot more planted on the twisties and allows more fun in the wet when the ASR is normally kicking in all the time.

 

[Evo Cymru]

Thanks - had seen this one, milage doesnt put me off really as I intend to keep for a long time especially as this has had the chains done not so long ago. Sadly a manual...knee problems!

If you're on a limited budget and looking for a keeper this one might fit the bill. I would not normally advocate such a high mileage purchase but the car does look good as does its history:

http://www.sovereigncarsales.co.uk/Sports_Gridpos30.aspx

Don't forget that resale of a high miler can be difficult.

PH

 

[hukent]

If you're any where near me in Cardiff, you're welcome to try mine if you haven't driven one yet.

 

[hodroyd]

3200 GTA are a nice car and the gearbox is very good..!! try to get Skyhook Suspension with the "Sport" button, not PWR if you can..!! Never heard of Rs Motors, could be anybody so tread carefully..!! 1st car looks to have had chains done, and both look clean as far as one can tell, the 2nd is lower mileage..!! Service history is vital and not by Joe Bloggs, by Maserati dealer, or Maserati Specialist..!! Spend the few hundred on getting an inspection done by a Maserati Independent Specialist, you will find a national list on here by putting that in search..!! If a member is close ask one to go with you..??
Best of luck in your search, if you wanted an AC, one member on here has one for sale, but it depends on your budget..!! Cars from Richard Grace Cars will be excellent..!!
Cheers
R

 

[Evo Cymru]

Thanks for the offer! I'm based near Hereford but sometimes get back down to Cardiff so may take you up on this.

 

[Evo Cymru]

3200 GTA are a nice car and the gearbox is very good..!! try to get Skyhook Suspension with the "Sport" button, not PWR if you can..!! Never heard of Rs Motors, could be anybody so tread carefully..!! 1st car looks to have had chains done, and both look clean as far as one can tell, the 2nd is lower mileage..!! Service history is vital and not by Joe Bloggs, by Maserati dealer, or Maserati Specialist..!! Spend the few hundred on getting an inspection done by a Maserati Independent Specialist, you will find a national list on here by putting that in search..!! If a member is close ask one to go with you..??
Best of luck in your search, if you wanted an AC, one member on here has one for sale, but it depends on your budget..!! Cars from Richard Grace Cars will be excellent..!!
Cheers
R

Cheers for the advice - my budget probably wont stretch to the AC sadly - want to have a good bit left over for the problems that may come after I buy!