GranTurismo 4.7S is it worth it?
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The natural choice for a replacement
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As per another post on here.............personally I don't see the GT as THE natural replacement to the coupe/GS.....eeeemmm.....it occupies a different niche to me, in the way of the range sorta...........so am struggling to say size, style, power,handling, what/how its going to be used for is "different" to the coupe/GS..just my HO....
Thoughts guys?
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Hi Guys, well now! isn't this wierd?
Sorry if you have heard most of this before, but as you may or may not know I had a GS for over 2 years a QP for 9 months and have now owned a GT for nearly 2 and a half years. These are my thoughts on GS v GT:
Performance - The GT is not quite as quick as the GS but on anything other than a bone dry warm road it will leave the GS spinning in its wake, it has great traction so in the real world it is quick enough. On a track the GT may struggle to keep up with a GS but throw in a few dips and potholes (i.e. most UK roads) the GT is the one I would prefer.
Reliability/build quality - The first time you get in a QP or a GT and turn the wipers on you realise that they are from a different time warp. I had no trouble with the QP and nothing so fa with the GT other than a bit of loose trim, I'll save the GS faults for another day.
Sound - This is what I missed most after the GS, the GT sounds good but it is a little muted so I fitted a Tubi, now it sounds almost too loud but I love it. I would love to hear a GT with a Larini.
Looks/style: Maserati and style is a given, I love the agressive looks of the GS but for me the GT raises the game and judging by the reactions from most people out there I think they agree, it never fails to provoke a reaction.
In summary: I do miss the rawness (is that a word?) of the GS, on a good road, on a good day Boy! I miss my GS but for every other day I'll take my GT. I think the GTS is the way forward but I have loved my 2 plus years with my GT and just can't justify the hit I would take changing to one.
I guess these are the options:
1) Stick with the GS, if it's your weekend toy ENJOY! if it's your daily runner enjoy it most of the time and let it frustrate you the rest.
2) Get a GT enjoy it all of the time but never be overwhelmed.
3) Get a GT fit a Tubi or Larini, let Jeff at FD work his magic and SMILE!
4) If your pockets are deep get a GTS.
5) THe ultimate - get a GTS and let Jeff do his stuff.
Cheers
Andy
Sorry if you have heard most of this before, but as you may or may not know I had a GS for over 2 years a QP for 9 months and have now owned a GT for nearly 2 and a half years. These are my thoughts on GS v GT:
Performance - The GT is not quite as quick as the GS but on anything other than a bone dry warm road it will leave the GS spinning in its wake, it has great traction so in the real world it is quick enough. On a track the GT may struggle to keep up with a GS but throw in a few dips and potholes (i.e. most UK roads) the GT is the one I would prefer.
Reliability/build quality - The first time you get in a QP or a GT and turn the wipers on you realise that they are from a different time warp. I had no trouble with the QP and nothing so fa with the GT other than a bit of loose trim, I'll save the GS faults for another day.
Sound - This is what I missed most after the GS, the GT sounds good but it is a little muted so I fitted a Tubi, now it sounds almost too loud but I love it. I would love to hear a GT with a Larini.
Looks/style: Maserati and style is a given, I love the agressive looks of the GS but for me the GT raises the game and judging by the reactions from most people out there I think they agree, it never fails to provoke a reaction.
In summary: I do miss the rawness (is that a word?) of the GS, on a good road, on a good day Boy! I miss my GS but for every other day I'll take my GT. I think the GTS is the way forward but I have loved my 2 plus years with my GT and just can't justify the hit I would take changing to one.
I guess these are the options:
1) Stick with the GS, if it's your weekend toy ENJOY! if it's your daily runner enjoy it most of the time and let it frustrate you the rest.
2) Get a GT enjoy it all of the time but never be overwhelmed.
3) Get a GT fit a Tubi or Larini, let Jeff at FD work his magic and SMILE!
4) If your pockets are deep get a GTS.
5) THe ultimate - get a GTS and let Jeff do his stuff.
Cheers
Andy
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Absolutely cracking report Andy and my thoughts exactly ,i have a GS as you know but also driven several GT and the presence it gives you is worth any minor loss in performance , Cant see my pockets stretching to an S not in the foreseable future anyway unless a spanked one comes along that would be my ultimate , but even then the bidding will be fierce im not alone in the hunt for a bent one , but a GT wil do me just fine as you say the bar has been set that tad higher
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Good analysis Scouse. I think my ideal car would be Granturismo S........if I win the lottery then a 599 might move me away from Maserati
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Very wise words Scousegit
I've got a GS and driven a few miles in GT's, my take would be
GS plus points
always involving to drive
fits in my garage
raw & ready to stab you in the back if you don't pay attention
my wife doesn't like to drive it
GT plus points
easy to drive very quickly
fantastic miles eater
has a boot
presence
I've got a GS and driven a few miles in GT's, my take would be
GS plus points
always involving to drive
fits in my garage
raw & ready to stab you in the back if you don't pay attention
my wife doesn't like to drive it
GT plus points
easy to drive very quickly
fantastic miles eater
has a boot
presence
Made it over here!
I found this thread to be very interesting as I am wondering what to replace my 4200GT with. We have four cars in our family (my car, wife's car, open top car (nothing fancy) and the peace wagon) so I don't have the cash to buy a GT new. I'm also struggling to understand Maserati's new car pricing and the fact that a 2.5 year old GT will cost me £55k retail. This is too much for me when I could get a brand new RS5 for £60k with reasonable spec.
I think that the 3200GT/4200GT packaging comes from another age with its cab forward seating position and very small rear overhang. I think that the GT is the true successor to the 4200GT and reflects all cars getting bigger and fatter, however, 100mm off the length and 100kg off the weight would not have hurt it.
I suspect that the 4.2 GT will be quick enough for me with the auto box masking any performance shortfall viz a viz my 4200GT. I am also looking forward to fewer faults. My 3200GT had loads and they were major and my 4200GT has had a fair few but they are all minor electrical things which I largely ignore - wipers, CD player, radio, nav etc.
I also think that the GT looks outstanding unlike the QP which can look wrong from some angles and in some colours. Lets face it much of the Maserati appeal is the look and the reaction if provokes - never negative in my experience but we need to accept that the GT (certainly in 4.2 form) is poor value for money performance wise. That is slightly academic as I could buy a new discounted VXR8 for £25k and have the same performance......but none of the rest of it.
My issue is price. Count me in for a 4.2 but they need to be much nearer £40k before I go for it.
I found this thread to be very interesting as I am wondering what to replace my 4200GT with. We have four cars in our family (my car, wife's car, open top car (nothing fancy) and the peace wagon) so I don't have the cash to buy a GT new. I'm also struggling to understand Maserati's new car pricing and the fact that a 2.5 year old GT will cost me £55k retail. This is too much for me when I could get a brand new RS5 for £60k with reasonable spec.
I think that the 3200GT/4200GT packaging comes from another age with its cab forward seating position and very small rear overhang. I think that the GT is the true successor to the 4200GT and reflects all cars getting bigger and fatter, however, 100mm off the length and 100kg off the weight would not have hurt it.
I suspect that the 4.2 GT will be quick enough for me with the auto box masking any performance shortfall viz a viz my 4200GT. I am also looking forward to fewer faults. My 3200GT had loads and they were major and my 4200GT has had a fair few but they are all minor electrical things which I largely ignore - wipers, CD player, radio, nav etc.
I also think that the GT looks outstanding unlike the QP which can look wrong from some angles and in some colours. Lets face it much of the Maserati appeal is the look and the reaction if provokes - never negative in my experience but we need to accept that the GT (certainly in 4.2 form) is poor value for money performance wise. That is slightly academic as I could buy a new discounted VXR8 for £25k and have the same performance......but none of the rest of it.
My issue is price. Count me in for a 4.2 but they need to be much nearer £40k before I go for it.
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Bigbob, good to see you on board and contemplating your next Maserati move!
Slightly different perspective on the GT being a direct replacement for the 4200/GS, being so very much larger and not as nimble, or as much power ratio wise, am trying to come to terms with Maseratis rationale!
Certainly, its a truly gorgeous car, finish is superb, style is mouth watering and the exclusivity fabulous!
BUT for those of us, whose surname isn't Abromavich, prices are stuck too high at the minute....wonder why?
P
Slightly different perspective on the GT being a direct replacement for the 4200/GS, being so very much larger and not as nimble, or as much power ratio wise, am trying to come to terms with Maseratis rationale!
Certainly, its a truly gorgeous car, finish is superb, style is mouth watering and the exclusivity fabulous!
BUT for those of us, whose surname isn't Abromavich, prices are stuck too high at the minute....wonder why?
P
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I want a Granturismo S
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Granturismo S is a Gransport on steroids.......if only it was a little bit smaller
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So it seems that the consensus is to move from a GS to the GTS, otherwise you will be a little disappointed.
Best start saving those pennies then, its gona be a mountain of cash required to get into a GTS.
http://www.sportsmaserati.co.uk/showthread.php/170-Kidney-and-other-vital-organs-for-sale?p=936
Best start saving those pennies then, its gona be a mountain of cash required to get into a GTS.
http://www.sportsmaserati.co.uk/showthread.php/170-Kidney-and-other-vital-organs-for-sale?p=936
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Loz...it looks like Andyk will be joining you in the "Ashley Cole" wing of the rehab unit.......
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Looks as if we might be waiting much longer than we thought for a GT!!!!!!!!!
Maserati > The Company > Latest Newsmailprintsizesizebookmark
Maserati GranTurismo praised for its residual value
London, 16 February 2010
Glass' Guide (the leading publishers of used vehicle pricing information) have just released their latest (February 2010) residual value information for prestige sports cars and the Maserati GranTurismo tops the table.
Commenting on the GranTurismo, Prestige Editor at Glass's Guide, Richard Crosthwaite, described the car as:
"A beautiful and certainly understated motor in comparison to some, it is currently in demand and ... it's a model that looks set to hang on to its healthy residual values."
Referring to the strength of the GranTurismo's residual values, he said:
"To beat its direct competitors really is some achievement for Maserati, especially the [residual value] standard bearer for this sector the Porsche 911. It even slays the residually strong Audi R8 V8."
The Glass's Guide report concludes:
"So for current customers and potential new ones the marriage of a beautiful car, from a discrete brand should continue to mean a happy ownership experience going forward..."
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Maserati > The Company > Latest Newsmailprintsizesizebookmark
Maserati GranTurismo praised for its residual value
London, 16 February 2010
Glass' Guide (the leading publishers of used vehicle pricing information) have just released their latest (February 2010) residual value information for prestige sports cars and the Maserati GranTurismo tops the table.
Commenting on the GranTurismo, Prestige Editor at Glass's Guide, Richard Crosthwaite, described the car as:
"A beautiful and certainly understated motor in comparison to some, it is currently in demand and ... it's a model that looks set to hang on to its healthy residual values."
Referring to the strength of the GranTurismo's residual values, he said:
"To beat its direct competitors really is some achievement for Maserati, especially the [residual value] standard bearer for this sector the Porsche 911. It even slays the residually strong Audi R8 V8."
The Glass's Guide report concludes:
"So for current customers and potential new ones the marriage of a beautiful car, from a discrete brand should continue to mean a happy ownership experience going forward..."
P
urbanmaser
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wish that would spread to the 3200, 4200 and Gransports