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  1. b14desman

    If only I'd won the Euromillions.....

    On sale Nov 25th in Milan... http://rmsothebys.com/lots/?category=Cars&sort=make&collection=Maserati
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    Query re trickle charging using the Lidl charger.

    Hi, I've got myself a Lidl battery charger to keep the Gran Turismo topped up when I'm away. I've set it up and had it charging the battery for the last three days. The user manual says the charger will highlight battery full once fully charged and automatically switch to trickle mode. I've been...
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    Service schedule clarification.

    Hi, I'm somewhat confused by the the service schedule in the official handbook. The dealer has told me that service intervals are every 2yrs or 12000 miles. Is this the case from new or does it need a 'minor' service at 12 months? I ask because my car is 10 months old and it would need to be...
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    and I quote the great Alexeii Sayle....'allo John got a new motor'

    Hi, finally collected my Gran Turismo earlier today. Drove it back home....about a 200 mile trip mostly motorway. Fantastic motor, I can't stop smiling. Only one complaint......will I keep getting a stiff neck from driving with the windows down so I can listen to that glorious sound or does it...
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    Is the Sat Nav on the Gran Turismo any good?

    Hi, just about to get my Gran Turismo in a couple of days and was wondering what members thought of the sat nav? Is it any good? Should I purchase a stand alone unit or is the Maserati unit perfectly ok to use in the UK and Europe?? Any comments will be much appreciated. Thanks Colin.
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    Gran Turismo : choice of petrol

    Hi, just wondering if there's a specific fuel that tends to be better for the Gran Turismo? When I had the Porsche it's original owner told me he'd used nothing but Shell V Power so I continued to use V Power for the 6 years I had the car. Couldn't say whether it made any difference or not to...
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    New car purchase: advice from those who went before.

    Ok, so you are definitely going to buy a Granturismo for cash. You've seen one you really like at a main dealer. It's 12 months old, low mileage and just come onto the market. So how do you play it? Do you pay the asking price or do you haggle...and if so what realistically can you expect to be...
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    GT Auto or MC Shift???

    Hi, it's looking more and more like I'll be joining the club. Off to look at another GranTurismo today. I can't decide whether the auto or the MC Shift would be best for me. I'll be using the car mainly for touring with my wife and son. Would appreciate any comments regarding the pro's and con's...
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    Seriously considering a GT but need a little push :(

    Hi, I'm looking to get a GT before the end of the year if I can overcome my doubts...... ie are they reliable, spends more time in the garage than on the road, can I fit three adults + luggage in it comfortably, are the maintenance costs prohibitive etc etc ( probably echoing the usual...