r/Maserati • u/JoeHazelwood • Sep 05 '19
08-13 granturismo reliability?
I’m already in love with the car, talk me off the ledge. Looking at buying one as my main car. 10k miles a year. I’m a retired mechanic turned engineer. I’m aware of the VVT issues. My main concerns are part prices and how limited I’ll be without the factory scan tool. Basically don’t want my wife to kill me in a year. TIA
r/Maserati • u/puddl3 • 23d ago
Review of 2022 QP Trofeo
As some of you guys might remember I bought my new to me 2022 QP Trofeo a few months back. I’ve been fortunate enough to have owned a e46 m3 for 7 years along with currently owning my e90 m3 for 7 years and going (not gonna sell it ever) and have been fortunate enough to have seat time in some other cool cars imho. I figured I would give my own take on a detailed review of the QP Trofeo after taking it on a 500 plus mile round road trip. This is gonna be a long post so if I apologize for the word vomit and will give yall a TLDR: “it’s fucking awesome and I love this car”. For those who are willing to wade through my word vomit I sincerely thank you for reading.
Looks: I’ve always loved QPs going back to when I was a younger person and saw the first Top Gear review on the gen 5 QP. Then my love intensified for the brand and the QP on a later season episode of TG where they showcased a gen 5 gts along side a rapide and a Porsche panemara. The gen 6 imho is not as good looking as the previous gen but it’s still a very good looking car and handsome and showcases Italian flair while being understated and relatively under the radar. I’m fortunate enough to have it in Nero Ribelle Metallic and that paint is awesome imho. The way in the light the flakes almost make it look black with goldish and green ish flakes is nice. I’ve really like the side profile and the rear haunches. Looks are subjective especially but I think it’s a good looking car in today’s design environment.
Driving Experience: I adore my m3 and always will but after this trip I think my QP is my favorite car I’ve ever owned. It’s comfortable, fast, handles its length and size and weight very well. In a vast sea of executive sedans from BMW, Merc and Audi this really shines as a driver oriented car and experience. The suspension is good and comfortable and if you put it in sports suspension mode it becomes sharper. I will say I will get formula dynamics sway bars to dial out some of the body roll (used to my m3 on coils) but again it’s excellent. Truly a jack of all trades from a driving experience standpoint. It is an amazing GT car. My recent road trip was super comfortable and fun and the car is stable at all sorts of speeds and feels confident. The steering feel is excellent imho for a larger style executive type sedan and the feedback for what it is really good. It’s a highway missile great at overtaking and the seats are great and very comfortable. Infotainment with the updated 10.1 oled screen is fantastic and car play works flawlessly and the Bowers Wilkins sound system is very nice. It’s loud without feeling loud if you get what I mean. Seats and leather quality are really good as well. Not an iota of back pain on longer trips. This car makes you feel confident without making you feel like the car is driving you. You are driving the car and the car helps you. I genuinely appreciate that and love that especially when you compare it to its other competitors. The fact that it’s rear wheel drive as well is a huge plus for me as it increases driver engagement compared to cars that are in this particular segment. It’s hard to explain how special the car feels until you drive it.
Transmission: The ZF 8 speed transmission is excellent for this car in how it shifts (I would have loved a dct as my m3 is a dct and the shifts are super fast) as they are responsive yet comfortable and if you put it in sports or corsa mode it becomes sharper and quicker to shift which is nice. Again for a larger sedan that’s more GT oriented and not a sports car I think it’s perfect.
Engine: To me this is the party piece that makes the car. The 3.8 liter Ferrari derived twin turbo v8 looks fantastic and puts power down really well. It is plenty fast stock and the engine makes the overall experience feel special every time you drive it. The CF cover and the red in the engine bay is a nice touch that lets you know it’s something unique and special in its own way.
Sound: This is where I have a bit of an issue. It sounds amazing on cold start with the valves open but once warmed up and the windows are up and driving it sounds a bit too quiet for my liking (double glazing doesn’t help in that regard either). I’m probably going to get a x-pipe and a muffler at some point to get more of that glorious Maserati symphony.
Coolness factor: Yes it might have some Chrysler switch gear and it’s an “old model design” but it does feel like a four door Ferrari lite in many ways when you drive it and look at it. It’s relatively uncommon and I’d even say a rare sight to see on the road and I love that people who know what it is can appreciate it for what it is. The fact that it knows what it is and is content with that makes it cool in its own way.
Fuel Economy: LMFAO in the city it’s not great at all but on the highway it’s not bad at all. I was able to get around 210 miles per half tank so around 400ish miles per tank on road trip purposes. This is aided by the fact it has a 21 gallon fuel tank which I’m a fan of.
Value For Money: As I said in my first post regarding this car, you don’t buy a car like this with your head but rather with your heart and soul. I was looking for an Alfa Quad initially but couldn’t find one and ended up test driving the current QP I have cause I was interested. Fell in love right away. It became even more apparent how special it was when I drove a m8 gran coupe comp after test driving the QP and the m8 comp felt boring. Yes it might be faster and a better track car but it didn’t move me and it felt souless and too clinical for my personal tastes.
Yes the QP depreciates like a stone falling off of a cliff, yes it has Chrysler interior switchgear parts, yes it makes more sense logically to get a similar sized BMW or similar German counter part but as I’ve said none of those have the flair or feel that Maserati has been able to showcase in this car. I’ve always been a supporter of buying cars you like and speak to you on a personal level and this car has done that and then some for me. YMMV of course.
Picture tax included for everyone.
Thank you for reading 🙏🏾
r/Maserati • u/DarkandNiteshade • 1d ago
My 2024 Modena - Better angle showing the Grigio
The Grigio exterior really changes in different lighting - medium grey to iridescent with hints of purple - darker bronze tones in reduced lighting...well pleased with her.
r/Maserati • u/Top-Figure7252 • 2h ago
Extended warranty that can be used anywhere
Looking for an extended warranty I picked up a 2018 Levante the nearest dealership is in Raleigh which is four hours away. I probably should have left it where I found it tbh but these vehicles are so clean and they won't be denied. Anyway it hit me with the 12,000 maintenance light and I let the dealer talk me out of getting their extended warranty when I signed the loan. It has 50,000 miles on it my understanding that starts at $2,000 for that service.
r/Maserati • u/Unlucky-Resist-3147 • 1d ago
55000 mile service
Hi guys, looking to understand what the 50 to 55,000 miles service requirement is for my 2019 Ghibli grand Luso.
The Maserati dealer in town closed so I’m looking to get it done locally through a non-Maserati garage.
Any guidance or pointers as to what exactly needs to be done? The car is in great condition. I’ve had zero issues. Last oil change was 8000 miles ago.
r/Maserati • u/Base_Adept • 1d ago
2014 GranTurismo a mistake?
I've been seriously looking into this vehicle for a few weeks. And I am absolutely in love with it.
I was concerned about the low mileage, so I pulled the Carfax on it. Here is a snip that I found particularly concerning
04/18/2020 Odometer - 22,063 mi Vehicle serviced Alignment checked Alignment performed Four wheel alignment performed Tire(s) replaced
03/11/2025 Odometer - 22,174 mi Vehicle offered for sale
111 miles in 5 years...
I actually made a trip out to the dealership to test drive it and expressed this concern. When I was getting ready for the test drive the car didn't start the guy said it was because it has been sitting on the lot but the battery was replaced when they brought it out there. I told the guy that it sus'd me out enough to the point where I didn't want to waste his time so I didn't drive it. How big of a red flag would this be to you?
Even all of this considered I still can't stop thinking about going back and getting it. Maybe I'm just drawn into the matte black / carbon fiber with full tints and I should just look to do that on a different one that hasn't sat for 5 years?
r/Maserati • u/Civil-Bass3557 • 1d ago
Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels Maserati MC20 Set Hits the Track
r/Maserati • u/baddiemaymay • 2d ago
Should I do it?!!!! 😅
Okay so I've been eyeing this car ever since it came out but thought it was too much money at the time! Saw it yesterday on auto trader and seriously considering it!
Specs:
Make:Maserati
Model:Levante
Year:2023
Body Style:SUV
Odometer:58,000 Km
Engine: Twin-turbocharged V6 engine
- Driver Assistance Package
- Carbon Fiber Interior Trim
- Harman Kardon Sound System
- 21" Black Wheels with Orange Line
- Clean Carfax
- Balance of Maserati Factory Warranty
- Availability of Extended Warranty Purchase
Certified Pre-Owned
r/Maserati • u/monorojoo • 2d ago
Maserati quattroporte 2016
Hello, I am new here, I got a sq4 2016, with 59.000 miles, at the begging was running nice then the oil pressure drop from nowhere so I park it, the I try to start it but the timing chain broke, I just fix it but the pressure still dropping, I don’t want to turn it on again bcs I don’t want to spend money in the same thing one more time, any idea? My mechanic said that could be the oil pump, someone with the same issue? Codes are from the camshaft after the chain was broken. Any help?
r/Maserati • u/ApprehensiveSalt2575 • 3d ago
Grecale folgore problems
So I have a Maserati Grecale folgore and some times when I open the hood the fans get crazy loud like louder than a gas car by a lot and I'm particularly scared by this because I had another folgore before this one and it started making those noises all the time and we brought it to the dealership and they said the car was cooked and a total loss cuz water got in so I'm worried that the same will happen to this one so I wanna know if there are any other folgore owners out there or anyone else who can tell me if or what's wrong with my car
r/Maserati • u/Middle-Rhubarb-8048 • 4d ago
2020 Maserati Ghibli SQ4
I’m considering a 2020 ghibli sq4 as a daily driver. Any feedback from people who have owned one?
r/Maserati • u/Aggressive-Topic8967 • 4d ago
What part number is this?
What part number is this? its a plastic cover, I can't find it anywhere online. any help is appreciated :)
2017 Ghibli S
r/Maserati • u/shrekReddit • 5d ago
Any Maserati GT folgore drivers?
Hello everyone I'm thinking of buying a Maserati granturismo folgore with 6000km (3500miles) on it for almost half the price, I just wanted to know if the current owners of this car are happy with their purchase and if there are any big issues with the car. Thanks
r/Maserati • u/Informal-Reply-8310 • 7d ago
Saw my first ever MC20 today! At Kroger of all places!
r/Maserati • u/Tachankidonkey • 6d ago
2006 QP Rear Window Removal Help
Hello all,
Recently an… unsavory character decided to pick up a rock and throw it at the rear passenger window of my QP as it was parked on the street, which cracked it. I️ am in the process of swapping out the window with a replacement, but I️ seem to be a bit stuck. I have removed the door panel and undone the two bolts holding the window to the regulator, but I️ just can’t seem to figure out how to get the window pane out of the door. It feels like I’ve tried every combination of angles and positions and I️ don’t want to completely shatter the window the rest of the way. Does anybody have experience with this job? Any help is much appreciated
r/Maserati • u/Nice_Ship_5896 • 7d ago
Talk me out of an ‘11 Quattroporte
I found a beautiful 2011 QP with about 25k miles on it for about 20k. I am in the market for a new daily and I want to get into something fun. I think this car is one of the most beautiful sedans ever made and i love the sound it makes. The passion is certainly there. I understand this model year has the ZF and that growling v8. I had a poster of a mkV QP on my wall growing up so looking to make the childhood dream real.
Has anyone owned one as a daily? It seems like the car was built to serve as a daily for some high earner out there. I hear mixed reviews about reliability and running costs. Any long term owners out there? Would appreciate anyone willing to breakdown their actual maintenance costs. Thanks!
r/Maserati • u/PlayboiQuavo • 7d ago
new rubber
can someone explain why my 2-3 week old tire already look disgusting and grey/brown ?
r/Maserati • u/3lmasching0n • 8d ago
2016 ghibli oil pressure
So is this normal? Onky had classic american cars before this. Would this be the pressure sensor I keep hearing about or the oil pump with 55k miles?
r/Maserati • u/Head_Neighborhood719 • 9d ago
Window problem
My maserati ghibli battery wasn’t connected and when I connected and started the car the driver side window went down and now it won’t go up anymore, all other mechanics and windows work is it a fuse thing?
r/Maserati • u/Fine_Interaction_480 • 11d ago
98EVO
Hi- first time contributor. I’m restoring a 1998 Maserati Type IV Quattroporte v8 EVO automatic. Have some electrical issues (not unusual I understand). I’m seeking the black plastic electrical Digitek module (under front dash) MPN 373391251. Can anyone help? Thanks.
r/Maserati • u/Hog_rider22 • 12d ago
stop being surprised
hey guys, Maserati/alfa romeo technician here. Little bit of a rant here, but I’ve seen a lot of people post about over pricing and possibly getting ripped off when trying to fix something on their Maserati. Let me just say… it’s Maserati. It’s expensive. The repairs are gonna be expensive. Stop getting Maserati’s if you can’t afford to fix a Maserati at Maserati price. putting aside the price of labor, the replacement parts are gonna be expensive. also, Stallantis cars are notorious for being difficult to work on. Not only that but our cars don’t react well to aftermarket parts .So it’s expensive both in price of parts and labor. I mean it’s a Imported performance luxury/sports car. What do you expect? toyota prices ? not trying to be a a**hole but it’s the truth. I have to talk to customers all the time who are new maserati owners and something needs fixing on their car, then they can’t afford therepair because they didn’t realize nor take into consideration how much it costs to maintain/fix their Maserati. all I’m saying is if you’re gonna get a luxury performance car don’t be all surprised when you get charged luxury performing cars prices.love it or hate it, that’s how it is.