Calling Gransport owners - a few questions

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Would it seem weird to get a 3rd party PPI from Voicey for a car at Giallo? I guess it will have warranty and support from Giallo so much less risk than private.
 
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JonW said:
Am test driving the one at Giallo...
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Is it the LE listed at ADG? I bought my 4200 from them a good while back now. Giallo did the servicing then and ADG the sales, so not sure what the new set up is with Giallo listing cars as well.

When I bought mine though I discussed getting an independent PPI done. They were very open to it. In the end I decided to risk it, and as it happens got away with it. I had a bit of hassle getting the A/C sorted (just needed gas in the end but took an age to get to that conclusion) which ADG (mostly) covered. If I did it again though knowing what I do now and with Voicey down the road I'd ask him to take a look.
 
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rockits said:
Would it seem weird to get a 3rd party PPI from Voicey for a car at Giallo? I guess it will have warranty and support from Giallo so much less risk than private.
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It’s an interesting question that I’m currently deliberating over...

All the advice is get a PPI done, but does that apply even if buying from a trusted specialist and forum sponsor such as Giallo?

At the moment I’m taking it one step at a time. First thing I need to do is drive it and see if I want one...
 
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hunta said:
Is it the LE listed at ADG? I bought my 4200 from them a good while back now. Giallo did the servicing then and ADG the sales, so not sure what the new set up is with Giallo listing cars as well.

When I bought mine though I discussed getting an independent PPI done. They were very open to it. In the end I decided to risk it, and as it happens got away with it. I had a bit of hassle getting the A/C sorted (just needed gas in the end but took an age to get to that conclusion) which ADG (mostly) covered. If I did it again though knowing what I do now and with Voicey down the road I'd ask him to take a look.
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Thanks - that’s really useful...
 
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Evo Cymru said:
If serious about a purchase, get it inspected by a specialist. Another thing to mention to the above would be cracks in the wishbones!
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Yes I meant to mention wishbones as part of the poking around underneath bit. And handbrake!

Also, don't get too hung up on it being an LE. That was just an option package at a lower price. It does guarantee a certain spec level but there were plenty of cars built to the LE level before they came out with the package. Just decide which options are important to you
 
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Standard GS Spec:

Skyhook
19 inch trofeo design alloy wheel.
Maserati Stability Control
Leather and Brightex racing fabric interior (Nero, Grigio, Nickel, Blu metal)
Sports seats
Start button
Deeper front and rear bumpers with chrome front and rear grilles, side skirt under door
Four airbags.
Cambiocorsa model F1 derived 6 speed paddle shift transmission with electro hydraulic clutch actuation and automatic double declutching (35% quicker changes than CC)
Immobiliser and alarm
Three spoke sports steering wheel and centre console in carbon fibre.
Exterior colours - Giallo Granturismo, Rosso Mondiale, Nero Carbonio, Blu Mediterraneo, Gfigio Touring or Bianco Fuji at extra cost.
Nav track
Sports exhaust system.

Options

Out of range paint - £1450
Paint colour from sample - £2900
Pearlescent Bianco Fuji - £3482
Coloured brake calipers (red, aluminium or yellow) -£388
External grills in black - £295
19 inch Trofeo alloys - Grigio mercury - £470
19 inch Trofeo alloys - Ball polished - £755
Cruise control - £341
Spare wheel - £441
Carbon fibre rear wing - £775
Sat nav and GSM phone - £2465
Auditorium 200 hi fi - £645
Electrochromic rear view mirror - £235
Xenon and washer jets - £964
Parking sensors - £447
CD changer becker six disc - £540
Five piece luggage set - £1721
Fire extinguisher - £341
Car cover - £183
Coloured steering wheel colour on request - £182
Heated front seats with driver memory - £530
Carbon fibre door sill trim - £585
Carbon fibre door panel trim - £495
Aluminium passenger foot rest - £425
Leather in lieu of Brightex racing fabric - £1680

Packages

Limited Edition package (LE) - £3175
Red coloured calipers -
CD changer -
Full leather -
19 inch Trofeo in Grigio Mercury -
Electrochromatic rear view mirror -
Heated front seats with driver memory -
External grills in black - N (NCO)
Seatta badges -
Xenon headlight washers -
Auditorium 200 high power hi-fi -
Rear parking sensors-
 
BuckRog64

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Jon, I would strongly recommend a PPI by Voicey (AV Engineering) before committing to a purchase. Happy to explain why if you want to PM me for a chat.

The sun is out so enjoy the test drive.

Pete
 
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rockits said:
It does to me as well. At 25k or less it would seem a very good GS LE to me compared to others. He is Northants way so not sure how local that is for you.
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Not really local at all, I’m in Surrey, just off J9 of the M25. However, I bought my GTS from Chester, so am willing to travel...

What does this guy know you as on the Jaguar forum? I thought I might mention where I got the details from as it might help persuade him I’m genuine and not just a tyre-kicker. Happy to swap info via PM if you prefer...
 
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I'm rockits pretty much most forums and public places. I've dropped him a msg anyway to say you might contact. His name is Dan.
 
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rockits said:
Would it seem weird to get a 3rd party PPI from Voicey for a car at Giallo? I guess it will have warranty and support from Giallo so much less risk than private.
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I would always get Voicey to take a look. He's meticulous in looking at things, so he would probably spot stuff that someone with a vested interest in selling the car might think "that shouldn't be a problem" and give you the facts for you to make your own decision.

And you can use whatever he finds a a bargaining point to haggle.
 
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hunta said:
Is it the LE listed at ADG? I bought my 4200 from them a good while back now. Giallo did the servicing then and ADG the sales, so not sure what the new set up is with Giallo listing cars as well.

When I bought mine though I discussed getting an independent PPI done. They were very open to it. In the end I decided to risk it, and as it happens got away with it. I had a bit of hassle getting the A/C sorted (just needed gas in the end but took an age to get to that conclusion) which ADG (mostly) covered. If I did it again though knowing what I do now and with Voicey down the road I'd ask him to take a look.
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ADG and Giallo were never in partnership.
 
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If you decide to buy one majority of the common problems are the same as the 4200. Happy to help out deciphering how to spot them
 
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rockits said:
Got talking to a guy on the Jaguar forum and turns out he is a Maser fan as well and just selling his Gransport. Looks very nice.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Maserati...h=item4b52833db0:g:7JgAAOSwbKdbyi-P:rk:3:pf:1
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Appears an excellent example with a first class service history. The owner had it on Ebay on several occasions last summer. He had only owned it a very short time, which raised the usual suspicions, and as the asking price was a chunk more back then I gave it a miss. Don't know if this was the Jag guy or if he bought it and is now also moving it on.

Now very attractively priced and must be worth a look and a PPI. Looks near trade money so may see it on Mr Grace's website soon.
 
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He has an XJL and has just bought a Bentley Flying Spur so guessing a typical petrolhead who gets bored and has lots on the shopping list!

Not sure how long he has had but I can find out.
 
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