2011 Maserati Gran Turismo Coupe MC Road

Inspired by Gran Turismo MC GT4 Race Trophy winner Motorsport models, the Maserati Gran Turismo MC Road has more power, less weight, precise handling and a top speed over 300 km / h.

The Stradale Maserati GranTurismo MC responds to requests for a GranTurismo can balance the needs of highway driving with the race, driving desire and includes the management and the lessons of the degree programs Maserati aerodynamic three. It occurs most aerodynamic force without producing more aerodynamic resistance, which produces energy without consuming more fuel and is more agile, without sacrificing the quality of the GranTurismo S excursions appreciated.
 

2011 Maserati Gran Turismo Coupe MC Road

With 330kW (450 hp), the Maserati Gran Turismo MC Road produces more energy (7 kW 10 hp), the 4.7-liter V8 engine, such as Gran Turismo S, while its maximum torque of 510 Nm is an additional 20 improvement. The race bred heritage is highlighted 110kg weight reduction in Gran Turismo S, up to 1770kg. Reflects the Maserati racing interests to maintain an excellent 48: 52 weight distribution, ensuring a balanced management and even tire wear.

The Maserati Gran Turismo MC Stradale uses advanced electronics to reduce the time shifting of MC Breed Shift level electro-activated trans-axle gearbox in just 60 milliseconds. All this helps to reduce the 0-100 km / h sprint time of the Maserati Gran Turismo MC Stradale covers in just 4.6 seconds.

The Stradale Maserati GranTurismo MC is also the first in the history of Maserati for a dedicated mode switch on the side of Auto and Sport modes improved simplified design your board.

After removing the rear seats, the Maserati Gran Turismo MC Road has become the first since the two seater Maserati MC12. Gran Turismo MC Road has also benefited from the new carbon-ceramic Brembo brakes, Pirelli developed tailor-made, unique design and suspension of rigid, lightweight carbon fiber racing seats.

The thrust of the Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale come from existing customers who wanted a road-legal supercar that looked and felt like GT4 and Trophy race cars. The GranTurismo MC Stradale also the last step in the clear path between running programs and the production of Maserati road car, and sometimes back. In the 1990's, the car Ghibli Open Cup race gave birth to the Ghibli Cup and a decade later, the GranSport Trofeo GranSport MC Victory has created. At the height of the last unit in the Maserati racing history, winning the FIA ​​GT MC12 was developed directly from the MC12 Stradale. 

2011 Maserati Gran Turismo Coupe MC Road

With a unique body that revolves around the demands of the track, the Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale has borrowed heavily to race a car, the Maserati GranTurismo MC in both configurations and GT4 Trophy. It has a front splitter, bumper, hood, front panel protection, sills, exhaust, rear bumper and up to nine. To emphasize the hard edge of the GranTurismo MC Stradale, Maserati offers the same car with an optional roll cage and harness racing with four points.

However, it was also designed to be easy to drive, so that it retains all the natural benefits of driving, handling and stability of the passage of the Gran Turismo S long. He has the speed for the road-legal race car, but it is a progressive treatment is considered very useful in a super-sports car.

In this configuration, the Maserati Gran Turismo MC Stradale be on sale in February 2011 in all major markets except the United States, Canada and Korea.

Price $ 118.900

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2011 Maserati GranTurismo Review

2011 Maserati GranTurismo Review

"Beauty is never lost Set," writes John Greenleaf Whittier, American poet. You may be inclined to write something like, if you encounter in the Maserati Gran Turismo 2011. The font engine, rear-wheel-drive Gran Turismo is one of those rare cars that once seen are hard to forget. It has an elusive and intoxicating blend of aggression and grace, as if the flowing lines of its metal plates had been stretched over a form muscle. Then there is the sound of that V8 engine - a note of opera delicious exhaust could have inspired the likes of Mozart, Puccini and Verdi.

Beauty is also in the interior, with an opulent sports car and the mechanics that both excite and comfort. Engine 4.2 or 4.7 liters of the GranTurismo are both smooth and silky when handled with care and exhilarating when pushed at higher levels of performance. The change from normal to sport mode further enhances the experience, gear changes and speeds up throttle response, while the opening of the exhaust baffles.

As its name implies, the GranTurismo is a passenger vehicle, not a car in and out exotic sports. No doubt more than enough power and handling to get the blood racing, but the Maserati is updated (but not upgraded) by various competitors. As a GT car, just do what must be so exciting athletic status with the balance of long-distance comfort.

The price of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage and Audi R8 are the closest competitors, and each one offers a better performance. Robust Porsche 911 is worth considering at the same time. At the same time, the BMW 6 Series, Jaguar XKR and Mercedes CL550 to save some money for a healthy dose of luxurious comfort. But when it comes to sculpture in motion, however, is hard to forget - or forget - the Maserati Gran Turismo.

Body styles, trim levels and options

In 2011, Maserati Gran Turismo is a four-seat coupe available in two trim levels: base S and Automatic. A convertible version is also available and is covered by a separate review.

The GranTurismo features of the base alloy 19-inch wheels, adaptive xenon headlights with washers, fog lights, power folding exterior mirrors and heated windshield wipers, Brembo brakes, an electronically adjustable suspension, rear parking sensors, rearview mirrors auto-dimming, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated front seats, driver seat memory, wood interior trim, voice-activated navigation, Bluetooth, and a 11-speaker Bose system, surround sound with CD player, satellite radio, digital music storage, integration and auxiliary iPod / USB ports.

GT S Automatic contains all of the above and more efficient engines, automated manual transmission, larger brakes, sport exhaust, 20-inch wheels and front and rear spoiler. In addition, the Gran Turismo S can be optioned with non-adjustable suspension and sporty aluminum pedals.

Options for a trim GranTurismo include parking sensors front, two-tone interior colors, a faux suede headliner, a wood steering wheel and seats with perforated leather. Customers looking for personal attention can choose from several colors for the interior seams, styles of wheels and brake calipers final. In addition, buyers can specify any exterior color they want - for a price, of course.

Engines and performance

Base 2011 Maserati Gran Turismo is powered by a 4.2-liter V8 that produces 405 horsepower and 339 pound-feet or torque. Only the six-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the rear wheels.

GT S Automatic receives 4.7-liter V8 that bumps output 433 hp and 361 Nm of torque, and is also rapidly becoming an automatic transmission, manual clutch by Gratian, which was originally designed for the Ferrari F430.

Maserati estimates of acceleration from zero to 60 mph 5.1 seconds at the bottom of the Gran Turismo S automatic and 4.9 seconds. EPA estimated fuel economy is the same in both models, 13 mpg city/20 mpg highway and 15 mpg in combined driving.

Security

Standard safety features in Gran Turismo assembly includes anti-lock brakes and Emergency Brake Assist, Hill Hold automatic, stability control, traction control, side airbags in front seats, curtain airbags and a half.

Interior Design and Special Features

In 2011, Maserati Gran Turismo interior is tastefully furnished with the finest materials and crafts can be purchased for money (it seems like it anyway). The cabin is elegant, luxurious without being stodgy, and it has just a hint of high-tech influence as a sports car. Leather adorns almost any surface and can be ordered in a variety of colors. The controls are well placed and easy to use.

Front seat comfort is excellent, with seats and reinforced and a lot of padding for the comfort of long distance. Unlike other cars in this class, including Gran Turismo offers comfortable rear seats for adults over the medium term. Unfortunately, finding luggage space for four adults be difficult, because the trunk can hold up to 9.2 cubic feet, which is well below that offered by the other cut, which this car competes.

Driving Impressions

In 2011, Maserati Gran Turismo cleverly balances a luxury ride athletic sports. The active suspension is consistent enough to absorb road imperfections with the most ease without feeling too soft or wallowy. The Gran Turismo weight distribution of 49 percent percent behind entertainment front/51 increases as you get in the corners, while the "Skyhook" active suspension reduces body roll. It is a true Grand touring car - fast, but comfortable enough to travel long distances.

For drivers who want even more dynamic sports cars, review the points change sport mode, sharpens throttle response and stiffens up the suspension. This feature also opens a baffle in the exhaust for additional performance and smooths the Ferrari engine is already built glorious soundtrack. On the negative side, the management feel the bright side, and could use a little feedback at high speeds.

Price $ 118,900

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Paris 2010: Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale is not an Italian DJ, but is an upgraded super coupe

Maserati can produce some gorgeous automobiles. The Maserati GranTurismo is no exception, in fact we'd place it in the give-up-your-first-born-to-own-one category of beautiful. In addition to its looks, the GranTurismo is a powerful and luxurious grand touring machine that causes both eyes and ears to strain for more as it goes by. The 430-horsepower GranTurismo S was the king of the trident-wearing coupes, until today. Taking the stage at the 2010 Paris Motor Show is the all-new Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale.

The GranTurismo MC Stradale ratchets up the excitement by pushing power output to 450 horsepower. The chassis has been tweaked and the body slightly updated for increased aerodynamics. The MC Stradale manages to increase the levels of downforce without causing a noticeable increase in drag. The result is an elegant two-door that's begging for track time.

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Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale

There are pros and cons to two erstwhile rivals sharing the same roof. On the one hand, they can share resources, but on the other, they have to be careful not to step on each-other's toes. Sharing corporate space with Aston Martin meant that Jaguar had to clip its own wings when it came to the XKR for years, as evidenced by the more powerful versions that have come out since the two split.

There's no doubt that Maserati has benefited tremendously from its association with Ferrari, but that has consequently meant that the Trident marque has had to adopt a different approach, catering to a more luxury-oriented market than the raw performance of its big brother on the Prancing Horse. But that doesn't mean they can't push the envelop just a little, and that's what you're looking at here.

Called the MC Stradale, this ultimate version of the GranTurismo bridges the gap between road and race models in the same way the revolutionary Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale did in its day – and as the all-conquering 430 Scuderia did subsequently. To get there, Maserati's tuned the chassis, aero and engine to more closely resemble the levels attained on racing versions like the MC Trofeo spec racer and the GT4 competition model.

Modena claims increased downforce without a commensurate increase in drag, while the engine has been boosted to 450 horsepower as compared to the 430 in the existing GranTurismo S. That's about all the Italians have released at this point, but you're cordially invited to read the brief press release after the jump and check out the images in the gallery below as Maserati prepares the GranTurismo MC Stradale for its debut at the Paris Motor Show next week.

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Maserati GranTurismo refined by Mansory

Maserati GranTurismo is one of the most exclusive cars on the market. It features unique design and mighty V8 with either 405PS or 440PS for the S version. The car has its own unique charm.

Mansory offers tuning package for GranTurismo to make it even better. It includes styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior boasts a redesigned front bumper fascia with lower lip spoiler, radiator grille surround trim, hood with front air scoop, side skirts, lip spoiler, rear bumper apron inserts for integrated exhaust pipes, and a rear diffuser. All parts are made from carbon fibre for extra strength and lightness.

The suspension is lowered with 30mm without harming the ride comfort. The tuning company offers special rims fitted with 255/30 ZR 20 at the front and 305/30 ZR 21 at the rear for Maserati GranTurismo models only.

The performance upgrade includes ECU remap, sport air filter and sport exhaust system. The power is boosted with 30PS and 40Nm. The 4.2 litre V8 now produces 435PS and 460Nm, and the bigger 4.7 litre V8 now develops 470PS and 490Nm.

Inside, Mansory GranTurismo features new upholstery. Checked stitching, aluminium pedals and new sporty steering wheel.

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Maserati Quattroporte gets served up Novitec Style.

Anytime German auto tuner Novitec gets its hands on an exotic car you know that good things will happen. They’ve done multiple Ferrari’s, Audi’s, Porsche’s and BMW’s along with just about every other high-end manufacturer out there, and with this they’ve managed to build a reputation as one of the best exotic car tuning companies in the business. It now seems Novitec has gotten the bug to play with Maserati’s as it has just released a complete package for the Quattroporte S and Sport GTS.

By supercharging the engine from the Maserati GTS Novitec has managed to increase power from a base of 440 hp to a whopping 600 hp. This means 0-60 times of just 4.5 seconds and a top speed of around 195 mph. Also keep in mind that this is still a big 4 passenger grand touring car. For $36,000 you get one supercharger, water-cooled inter-coolers, reinforced V-ribbed belts, fuel injectors and everything else you’ll need to make your once fast Maserati a whole hell of a lot faster.

Source: Motorator.com

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2011 Maserati GranCabrio

2011 Maserati GranCabrio



2011 Maserati GranCabrio


2011 Maserati GranCabrio


2011 Maserati GranCabrio

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Ugur Sahin dreams up Aston Martin Gauntlet concept

Some of you might remember Ugur Sahin. He's a designer, specializing in grand touring cars that make our mouths water. Starting with already beautiful designs, he somehow manages to make shapely Chevrolet Corvettes and Ferraris look even better. From the Corvette Z03 to the Ferrari Dino and Ferrari-599-based USD GT-S Passionata, he's created some of the most exotic and graceful shapes we've ever had the pleasure to lay eyes on.

The latest automaker to earn Sahin's attention is Aston Martin. His latest design, the Gauntlet, blends some of our favorite design cues into a wholly unique package that's simultaneously sensual and brutal. Study the images and you might see a bit of One-77 in the mix, along with a dash of DB AR1, or perhaps you are carried back to the old DB3S, a car that Ugur mentions specifically as inspiration for the Gauntlet.

There's also some Maserati GranTurismo mixed with a little Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione as well, but we're definitely not complaining. It's a terrific design that has us wishing that Aston is looking at Sahin's designs for the next DBS and V12 Vantage. For those who still lament the loss of the Vanquish, with its broad shoulders and studly swagger, this might be the car for you. It's definitely earned a spot in our dream car garage.

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Maserati GranSport MC Victory 2006

To celebrate winning the 2005 FIA GT Manufacturers' Cup, Maserati has launched a new limited edition model of the Maserati GranSport.The Maserati GranSport MC Victory will be officially launched at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, and will be on the market from May, with only 180 uniquely numbered units produced.As well as boasting finer standard equipment than the Maserati GranSport from which it

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Maserati Trofeo Light 2003

The new Maserati Trofeo Light will make its race debut this coming weekend in the Daytona 24 Hours (Florida,) at the opening round of the American Grand-Am championship. The Trident marque will field two cars for the endurance race which starts tomorrow, Saturday, 31st January, at 13h00 local time (19h00 C.E.T.) The Risi Competizione team has a crew made up of Germany's Ralf Kelleners, the

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Maserati MC12 GT Versions

Maserati has designed a new road-going Grand Tourer known as the MC12 from which a GT racing version has also been developed. The result is that 37 long years after its last victory in an international championship (1967, Cooper Maserati F1, South African Grand Prix), the Trident is returning to the track. The Ferrari Maserati Group's wealth of knowledge and technological excellence have been

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Russian designer pens Maserati Kuba concept

It was only a few years ago, but how quickly we forget. Maserati actually toyed with the idea of building a crossover back in 2003, even going so far as to unveil a concept for the project called the Kubang GT Wagon at the Detroit Auto Show. The shape was penned by Giugiaro's ItalDesign, but project was scrapped, preserving the Trident marque's chastity in the eyes of many a purist. Now, an ambitious designer out of Russia has revived the idea with a concept he calls the Kuba. Sound familiar?

The brainchild of Andrey Trofimchuk Simeonych, the Maserati Kuba design study is, well...an intriguing take on what a Maserati crossover could look like. Only it doesn't share any design themes with any Masers we can think of. Nor does it have any theoretical specifications attached, though surely a platform and powertrain could be found from the growing Fiat/Chrysler automotive empire.

To our eye, it would look more suitable as a vision for what a future aircraft-engined Veritas sport-ute could look like, or maybe even a weird Citroën concept of some sort (is there any other kind?). Then again, maybe not. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, so have a look for yourself in the high-res image gallery below and share your impressions in our comments section.

[Source: CarDesign.ru]

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Frankfurt 2009: 2010 Maserati GranCabrio

There are a few things Maserati could do to make the GranTurismo look better than it does, but not many. One option is to surround it with unspeakably beautiful women. Another is to remove the roof. Thankfully, they opted for both here in Frankfurt, where the Trident marque took the wraps off the new GranCabrio.

The girls are a regular fixture for Maserati. But the convertible version of the GranTurismo coupe has been a long time coming. Details and the first batch of photos broke a few weeks ago, and we just got our first up-close-and-personal with what is, believe it or not, the only proper four-seat cabriolet currently on offer from Italy.


PRESS RELEASE:

The new Maserati GranCabrio

The introduction of the GranCabrio – the Trident's third prong – completes Maserati's product line-up that now consists of three different families of models: Quattroporte, GranTurismo, GranCabrio.

The GranCabrio represents the very essence of Maserati in terms of open-top cars. It's a Maserati in the purest sense of the word: from the unmistakable style by Pininfarina to the spacious interior, from the craftsmanship of each detail to the driving pleasure and performance. The Maserati GranCabrio enriches all five senses in a shared open-air experience, without sacrificing comfort and performance. A dream car designed and built for men and women who love to live life in an understated – though sophisticated - manner. Like all the made in Maserati open-top convertibles: special cars aimed at refined connoisseurs.

The GranCabrio is continuing the Maserati tradition in open-top fine automobiles, beginning with the 1950 A6G Frua Spyder, and continuing through a long list of significant and thrilling open air models. However, in adding to this tradition, the GranCabrio opens a new chapter, because never before have four-seater top-down models ever been produced at the Viale Ciro Menotti Maserati factory in Modena. Four proper seats are provided, so that the rear passengers are not merely supporting actors, but co-stars of the journey.

The GranCabrio is powered by a 4.7 liter V8, 323 kW engine and is the convertible with the longest wheelbase on the market (versus its direct competitors). The GranCabrio's roof is strictly canvas-made, emphasizing the link with the Maserati tradition.

The Maserati GranCabrio will be marketed starting next winter, and experienced by customers the world over from the following spring.

Technical specifications

Body

High-strength steel bearing monocoque with box-section panels and structure constructed in sheet galvanized, two-door cabriolet, four seats, longitudinal centre-front engine (between the two axles), rear wheel drive.

Cx 0.35 with car closed and 0.39 with car open.

Monocoque

Multi-material bearing monocoque, passive safety performance conforming to "worldwide" regulations, integration of various design technologies for weight/performance optimization: steel structural part, aluminum bonnet and bumper front reinforcement cross member, boot lid in thermosetting composite material.

Frame

Derived from the Quattroporte structure, with reduced wheelbase and rear overhang, designed to satisfy the most stringent American crash standards (FMVSS208, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard), front structure compliant with ACEA1 "pedestrian impact" standards.
Constructed in high-strength steel boxed sections; it integrates a tubular structure in the rear part to support suspensions and differential; front serves to support the suspensions and engine.
Aluminum sub-floor structural reinforcements.

Suspension

Standard Skyhook system.
Front: quadrilateral with forged aluminum hub carriers and struts, basic aluminum gas dampers with continuous damping variation and acceleration sensors on each wheel (Skyhook), coaxial helical springs.
Rear: with quadrilaterals with forged aluminum hub carriers and struts, additional radius bar for toe-in control; basic aluminum dampers with continuous damping variation and acceleration sensors on each wheel (Skyhook).
Front and rear suspension fitted with hollow bars that reduce roll and mass, and increase driving comfort.

Steering

Hydraulic steering box with tacho-sensitive servo assistance with on road steering ratio 64 mm/rev.
Steering diameter (from pavement to pavement): 10.7 m.

Transmission

Architecture with front transmission in unit with the engine, drive shaft, rear differential. 6-speed hydraulic torque converter gearbox (ZF 6HP26).

Transmission gear ratios: 1st gear 4,171; 2nd gear 2,340; 3rd gear 1,521; 4th gear 1,143; 5th gear 0,867; 6th gear 0,691; R 3,403.
Asymmetric limited slip differential (25% in traction, 45% in release) with bevel drive with final ratio 3.73 (15/56).

Steel drive shaft, 69 mm diameter, articulated in two pieces with three constant-velocity joints, and supported at the centre with a bearing which is integral with a support cross member tightened to the chassis, with an interposed rubber ring.

Traction control and Maserati Stability Program (MSP) incorporating the traction control (ASR), release torque (MSR), anti-lock braking (ABS), and electronic brake distribution (EBD) systems.

Engine

8 cylinders in 90 degree V, total displacement 4,691 cm3. Crankcase and cylinder heads in hardened and tempered aluminum alloy, crankshaft in hardened and tempered steel, balanced individually on 5 main bearings.
The timing system features double chain-driven overhead camshaft per bank; four valves per cylinder driven by hydraulic cups.
Continuous phase variator on intake camshafts.
Increased-diameter Nikasil-coated thin steel cylinder liners.
Wet sump lubrication, oil sump integral with crankcase, single oil bath pump.
Bosch integrated ignition and injection systems, and drive-by-wire accelerator.

Displacement: 4,691 cm3
Bore: 94 mm
Stroke: 84.5 mm
Compression ratio: 11.25:1
Maximum power output: 323 kW (440 CV)
Engine speed at maximum power output: 7,000 rpm
Peak torque: 490 Nm (50 kgm)
Engine speed at peak torque: 4,750 rpm
Maximum engine speed: 7,200 rpm

Dimensions and weight

Length: 4,881 mm
Width (without mirrors): 1,915 mm
Width (with mirrors): 2,056 mm
Height: 1,353 mm
Wheelbase: 2,942 mm
Front track: 1,586 mm
Rear track: 1,590 mm
Front overhang: 873 mm
Rear overhang: 1,066 mm
Trunk capacity: 173 l
Fuel tank capacity: 75 l
Dry weight (UE version): 1,887 kg
Kerb weight (UE version): 1,980 kg
Weight distribution: 49% front; 51% rear with car closed;
48% front; 52% rear with car open

Performance
Top speed: 283 km/h with car closed
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5,4 s
Pick-up 80 -120 km/h: 4.2 s
Stopping distance from 100 Km/h – 0: 35 m

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Maserati GranCabrio

Maserati will present the first four-seater cabriolet in the history on the Frankfurt motor show. The model which has received name GranCabrio, is equipped by a collapsible roof made of cloth which in the combined condition is more compact, rather than the steel. In a combination to a wheelbase, the biggest for the given class, it provides quite comprehensible space on the second to a row of

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Spycam: Maserati GranTurismo Cabriolet

Seen here is Maserati’s upcoming cabriolet drop-top prototype based on the Trident’s venerable GranTurismo. Our trusty spy photographers spotted the convertible at the Nurburgring in Germany undergoing what was likely handling and performance fine tuning.

As expected, it’s thoroughly covered in camouflage, with only its distinct dark grey trident alloys, rear under tray, and exposed raked A-pillar giving it away. The nose, as well as the entire rear section, is draped in tarp indicating possible minor styling revisions to the handsome Pininfarina design.

It’ll receive a retractable aluminum hard top much like its cousin, the 2010 Ferrari California. As such, beyond the B-pillars resides the Italian two-door’s most touchy styling section. Chances are the car’s final design is already penned, but for supreme secrecy, is bundled up until its rumored debut at next year’s Geneva show. Also, at this point it is uncertain if the car will maintain its 2+2 configuration or if it’ll drop its two rear “seats” for a more appropriate “Spyder” designation.We're guessing the rear seats will remain.

Providing grunt is expected to be the Quattroporte GT S’s 433-hp 4.7L V-8, though the GranTurismo’s engine pair – the 405-hp 4.2L V-8 and 440-hp 4.7L V-8 – have been thrown around as possibilities as well. Mated to the engine will reportedly be the newly debuted ZF-built six-speed automatic transmission found in the current GranTurismo S.

Courtesy: motortrend

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Maserati Quattroporte limousine

While running around from merger to acquisition, Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne has been riding in style in a Maserati Quattroporte. And why shouldn't he? The luxurious sport-sedan is miles ahead of the Alfa Romeo 167 which Fiat executives were chauffeured around in beforehand, and better than anything Opel or Chrysler has got to show off, too. But one limousine company in Florida has what it figures is the next step up: a stretched Quattroporte with seating for ten.

Based on the previous incarnation of the Trident-emblazoned four-door – the horizontal slats in the grille are a dead giveaway over the vertical bars on the newer model – the Padilla Car Collection claims it's the only stretched Quattroporte in the world. And we certainly hope so. The company's also got stretches Hummers, Bentleys, Escalades, Mercedes S550s and a custom Chrysler 300 should you, your pals and your prom dates be looking for something a little more, um... reserved. For our part, we don't even want to know what the extra yardage has done for the QPorte's handling, with which we fell in love on the back streets of Salzburg, Austria, and we're quite sure Signore Marchionne doesn't, either.

[Source: Padilla Car Collection via CarScoop]

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Maserati Quattroporte race car

This Maserati Quattroporte race car will compete in the Superstars Series 2009 championship with driver Andrea Chiesa. The Maserati Quattroporte race car wears the colors of the "Swiss Team" which announces that will also enter a second car later in the season.

The Maserati Quattroporte race car is powered by the 4.2 liter V8 engine that delivers 450 hp to the rear wheels. The engine is coupled with a sequential gearbox. The Maserati Quattroporte race car has been made lighter than the standard version and weighs only 1.430 kg.

The aerodynamics of the Maserati Quattroporte race car are almost the same as the standard car with a few minor changes. According to regulations, the car sits on Pirelli tires.

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Maserati GranTurismo S – video

Maserati has released a new video on their new GranTurismo S model. It features the car at different angles with the Manhattan skyline in the background. This is the third model in the GranTurismo lineup. This particluar car has a six-speed ZF transmission and a V8 engine that produces 433-hp. It has a top speed of 183-mph.



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2009 Maserati GranTurismo S MC Sport Line

MC Sport Line has primarily focused on Maserati’s racing heritage fresh from the market with its latest accomplishments in the FIA GT championship with the Bertolini-Bartels duo in Argentina, the land of Juan Manuel Fangio.Maserati has introduced its new line special series of new options named “MC Sport Line”, which has made its worldwide at the Bologna Motor Show, with a new content that has

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Miss World 2006 Chooses Maserati Quattroporte S

We don’t don’t know exactly why Tatana Kucharova, Miss World 2006, is posing with a Maserati Quattroporte S, but then again some great things in life don’t need explanation.

But Maserati seems to attract the most beautiful women to its cars like a sale at the Prada boutique. So just sit back and enjoy two very beautiful things - Miss World and Maserati baby!

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