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Not sure if anyone else noticed this but when I reverse my MC Shift and I remove my foot from the gas I can hear a clunk . It happens if the accelerator is pressed and released fast . My mechanic said it’s the torque to the transaxle and not an issue , but has anyone else come across it ? I’m...

Hi all, Either I’m hearing things or I feel sometimes the exhaust note in Sport and Mc shift mode is louder ( raspier ) than other times . Is the exhaust valve single stage or multi ? It works perfectly noticeable between sport and normal mode . Just sometimes in sports mode is more pronounced...

Hi all, I’m planning an oil change soon and I noticed on some forums it mentions the engine on GTS MC Shift is a dry sump and needs specific oil filter. I called local Maserati dealer ( In NZ ) and they mentioned all are wet sump. Could someone confirm or is there a way I could tell myself ...

Hi all, In past two days , after using a car for an hour or so, when I tried to park the car( forward then reverse ) I get park off light on dash board . And pressingthe Park off button doesn’t make it disappear . The parking brake gets engaged and relaxed without any issue however I won’t...

A very lovely forum member mentioned about updating his GTS MC Shift with 599 gearbox firmware , and achieved good results . I just wanted to know if anyone else has done the same and what are the pros and cons. I’m yet to confirm if my local (NZ based) indie Ferrari mechanic can do such a...

Hi everyone and happy holidays ! I got a spare key for my GTS which the shell doesn’t have maserati logo. I did some search to see if I can find the spare but couldn’t . Anyone knows if those are sold seperately or any alternatives ? Being OCD having a blank key fob gets on my nerves !

I need to replace the transponder in a spare key I have , and wanted to know if there is specific way to open the key fob without breaking the plastic bits ? Thanks

I’m contemplating moving from my GTS to a F430. I only use the car for fun drives ( no track ), and it’s only me and partner so no kids . Although I enjoy the 2-1 package of GTS and fun factor of it . Another concern is 2.5 times price difference between two cars. Has anything done this move...

Hi all, I have been looking all over and tried many local lock Smith to be able to program the remote for my 2011 GTS second key set . No where could do and was told I could only do it at the dealer . Sadly nearest dealer is 700kms away. However I managed to finally program the new remote ( 2...

Just curious to see if there are any safe and tested ways to unleash more power or more livelihood on the 4.7 engine of GTS with MC shift ? Not that the car is slow but always good to get the most of these engines. I feel the factory went with moderate tuning on these cars

Following my interest to resolve the issue with not being able to set date and time on my GTS Magneti head unit . I was wondering if there is a process to reset it to default ? I remove the battery and reconnected hoping it would do it but nothing happened .

Hi all, My driver seat squeaks and creaks when driving and somewhat annoys me a lot , I tried to add WD40 and some grease in areas at the bottom where I could access but still happening . Anyone else had this problem and managed to resolve ? It only happens during driving over bumps or uneven...

Just wanted to check and know if the flight fluctuation in RPM on idle ( around 100 rpm or so ) is normal ? 4.7 engine with F1 gear box. Recently had full service with new sparks , car done 30,000kms and is 2011. I recently bought the car and after the service I put a can of liqui moly...

Hey all, My 2011 GTS currently running on a 2008/09 New Zealand map , and I wanted to know if there is any source which I could download or purchase updated maps from ? Will it need a dealer to do the update or it is easy to do ?

My 2011 GTS came with one key , I got an aftermarket replacement ( same electronics ) for it. However I am not near any dealer to get it sorted. Would a lock smith be able to configure the transponder and remote ? If so, has any one done or is aware what method to use? Thanks

Hi all, I have a 2011 GTS which I bought lately. I am having trouble with setting the correct date and time in the infotainment system. No matter what I choose system doesn't accept, and I see dash lines in centre display of dash instead of date and time. I tried it with GPS enabled and...