ANOTHER 2005 QP FOR SALE!

Weddy

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After 5 years, and only 10k miles of ownership, i've decided to sell due to current circumstances and the need for something more practical. Unfortunately, I don’t have the luxury of time to advertise in the usual places, with all that entails.

It's a 2005 duo-select Quattroporte, with 80856 miles currently, and in a good used condition. It's finished in 'Blu Malago', and apparently there were only 3 right hand drive models produced for the UK in this colour.

I have contacted Maserati recently for a build sheet as I didn't purchase from new. They have confirmed additional spec of a multi CD (in addition to dash CD), heated front seats, Navtrac anti-theft system, rear door side blinds, electric rear window blind, Sports pack, and contrasting stitching on all leather. There is also a remote operation of front passenger seat from rear centre arm rest, which I believe may be an extra. It also has a chrome mesh front grille, rather than the standard slats.

I purchased it privately in March 2015 with approx 71000 miles.

There is a complete service history, with the first few years' services carried out by Dick Lovett (Swindon), and subsequent ones by Templetons Sports & Performance Specialists (Rushden), and Bavaria Auto-Werke (Aberdeen) prior to my purchase, and all recorded in the service book.

Shortly after purchase I had an inspection carried out, with a full service, by PK Supercars (Elphinstone, Edinburgh). Some maintenance was carried out at this time too. Servicing after this has been attended to locally, due the distance to the nearest specialist. The more recent services are not recorded in the book, but receipts confirm all details.

All repairs and work have been done promptly and correctly, using Maserati parts where possible. Among other things, i've had the sub-frames treated with Dinitrol protection in 2017, with new tyres, brakes, and springs in 2018. I have kept receipts for all work done.

It's been kept in a heated garage since purchase, regularly valeted, and pampered (according to my wife).

The car is not perfect, but I believe it to be in a good condition for its age. There are signs of oxidisation to door mirrors, and leading edge of bonnet and boot. There is also 3 small areas requiring rust treatment (both leading edges of rear wheel arches, and a spot near the side indicator on front wing. This would need to be considered, but panels are in otherwise good condition with no dents. The interior is in a good used condition too for 15 years old, with scuffs through usage, but no marks on dash or headlining. The front parking sensors require attention. It has original Maserati glass all round.

The MOT is due in the coming weeks, and so this is currently being attended to.

I'm looking for around £7k, but would consider a lower offer for a quick sale.
 

Weddy

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Dear god indeed. First time posting photos, so here goes...
 

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rockits

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Indeed some pics would be good.

Any idea if it is on its original clutch or if this has been changed at any point?
 

Weddy

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The clutch was replaced by the previous owner. Clutch wear was confirmed at 13% in June 2016, at 74293 miles, when serviced at PK Supercars. Always driven in manual during my time, so no clutch issues.
 

Andyk

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Bloody ****....how much......So much car for 7k......May be worth posting pictures of the bits that need doing to get to perfect condition if you can so potential buyers can see...........and I am sure at that price there will be a buyer.
 

Wack61

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I am so glad I've paid for this motorhome because if the money was still in the bank 7k ono would've been keeping me up at night

I'm sad to say though , if you want to generate interest and a sale it's where you need to be , somebody will take a punt at a price beginning with a 6 because what's it worth as a breaker , 4k , so your risk is 10 payments on a pcp golf , if it lasts 10 months without a big bill you're winning
 

rockits

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I likely would have bought this at a certain price if it weren't the other side of world and I weren't mental busy. Must be a taker on here surely.

If you can deliver it to Hertfordshire for 5 bags I'll take it