Maserati Granturismo 4.2 V8 - Any thoughts ?

Jamin

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FIFTY said:
Depends on your view and circumstances

Do you intend to keep it long term ( i.e. 5-10 years or more) or do you want it for 1-2 years then shift it on?

Are you a perfectionist with the condition of your cars? Can you live with minor mechanical defects or would you need to get them fixed pronto or it would continually bother you until you get it sorted?

I only ask as if you can live with it then you will be fine but if you want a sorted car then you will find yourself opening your wallet far too much on a potential purchase like this.

Even the little bits like a new set of badges and sorting a few interior blemishes soon adds up on top of servicing. On a bad year these cars can cost in excess of £5k maintain/repair/service

I am not trying to put you off I am only speaking from my own experience... In 5 years including modifications I have spent nearly the purchase value on my "rough around the edges" manual 4200 GT which isn't far off the price of that Grantusimo you are considering and the project will continue

I am keeping my car long term - it has been fun but it is an expensive hobby if you start with a tired car
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I agree with everything FIFTY just said, I bought back in June last year with my heart and not my head a 57 plate with 45k miles and almost identical spec at the lowest price at the time, it needed a little tidying and will soon need tyres and brakes but it seemed a bargain but I'm now learning why.
I didn't want a garage queen and wanted weekend fun but after a few washes, clay bar and polish the minor marks started to bother me on such a beautiful car so I arranged for some minor paint work, which then extended to new kicker plate, side badges, side protective film (not yet ordered).
I carried out an intermediate oil and filters service for peace of mind but as FIFTY said all Maserati parts are expensive !

Since then we're back in lock down and the car has sat in the garage, I really should SORN it but can't bring myself to as I'm desperate to enjoy it.

You must buy one though, it's a scratch that has to be itched and as we all know right now life is too short and for living, when we can.
 
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Navcorr

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DavidL said:
Or there's this one
www.ebay.co.uk

2008/08 Maserati Granturismo 4.2 V8 Coupe - Beautiful Colour Combination! | eBay

Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2008/08 Maserati Granturismo 4.2 V8 Coupe - Beautiful Colour Combination! at the best online prices at eBay! Free delivery for many products!
www.ebay.co.uk

does look good in pontevecchio and variators done, but caveat emptor and all that.
But how cheap?
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Stunning - but have seen those photos before. Wren Prestige had this for sale a few years ago. WP director is Oliver Wren as is eBay vendor. Wonder why its not for sale through the company. Maybe nothing but as you say caveat emptor.
 
philw696

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Does look nice I was telling myself not to like the dash and steering wheel but I think it's nice.
Obviously a Trader as he has a few motors for sale.
If it checks out with the history and the subframe and suspension is good it's a nice car.
Not so long ago I thought they were cheap at £25,000.
 
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Navcorr said:
Stunning - but have seen those photos before. Wren Prestige had this for sale a few years ago. WP director is Oliver Wren as is eBay vendor. Wonder why its not for sale through the company. Maybe nothing but as you say caveat emptor.
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I think it is; all the number plates have Wren Prestige on them.
I think just changing or retrimming the steering wheel would tone down the interior enough.
 
Bebs

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Stunning colour, really suits the car. Not too sure about the dash but if a PPI came back moderately clean I could definitely live with that.
 
ChrissGT

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What fifty said. Although it seems that the lockdowns are causing me to spend more money on stuff i was able to 'live with'.

But nice new buttons are worth more to me as oppsed to just have money in my savings account. If the bones are good, you can worry about the small bits on your time and dime. I think my car is in way better shape as compared to when i bought it.
And for me, i dont mind replacing stuff myself. It also adds to the whole ownership experience. If I wanted something that is perfect and doesnt require attention then i would buy a Kia or Hyundai.
 
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DrEmmett.Brown said:
hi all,

First post so please be gentle:) After a GT and came across this one on autotrader:

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202101047628132?advertising-location=at_cars&sort=price-asc&model=GRANTURISMO&make=MASERATI&onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly New&onesearchad=Used&include-delivery-option=on&postcode=e181pb&radius=1500&page=1

Good buy or stay clear ? Appreciate any comments.
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I boughr a 2008 , which is my 2nd, 33000mls perfect condition FSH , it is beautiful. I know I paid way over the odds but it really is perfect and worth it, £23000 and spent 8000 upgrading stereo, spacers, bonnet scoop, leather mats, reversing camera and just serviced - so I know its really been done. Enjoy your Grantourismo I love mine!!
 
Gazcw

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Maserati sales orders really need to go through the Company taste police. Sometimes customers do not know best.
 
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