Maserati Ghibli Diesel 2015+
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They drive well but hard work on bigger wheels unless they have skyhook which few do. A bit tight in the back, servicing too expensive if you stay in the network and miles can have a big impact on value. I have driven quite a few when my Granturismo was in for servicing and the petrol (either power output) is a nicer car but there are so few of them. If you want a saloon which is different then go for it.
I bought one about six months ago at 80k miles. It replaced a BMW 528i. Early impressions are that it drives well on the open road, the chassis is fairly decent and the engine pulls well. Around town though, it feels big, the ride is firm on 20" wheels, and it's a tight squeeze in hotel car parks on business trips.
The car is very free of squeaks and rattles, everything works (electric seats, steering, heated seats etc) and it has worn well for an eight year old car. However, it doesn't compare in interior quality to an Audi A7 I test drove around the same time. The ergonomics in my previous 5 Series were better too but my rear seats do fold down!
Servicing can be expensive but get a quote from an indy. Tyres are definitely expensive if you go for the Pilot Sport 4S, which seem to be the preferred option.
I had the front brakes replaced on mine. Ordering the parts from Scuderia and having them fitted locally saved a fair amount. Not had to do anything else yet.
Be wary of spec. Many come without heated seats or electric seats. Headlight washers are known to fail.
For me, I always wanted a Maserati and was looking for a similar sized car to the 5 Series. The Ghibli seemed reasonable compared to the G30 BMW and it was definitely a heart over head decision. I just like having a Maser, and while not as good to drive or as well equipped as its rivals, I just enjoy the exclusivity.
The car is very free of squeaks and rattles, everything works (electric seats, steering, heated seats etc) and it has worn well for an eight year old car. However, it doesn't compare in interior quality to an Audi A7 I test drove around the same time. The ergonomics in my previous 5 Series were better too but my rear seats do fold down!
Servicing can be expensive but get a quote from an indy. Tyres are definitely expensive if you go for the Pilot Sport 4S, which seem to be the preferred option.
I had the front brakes replaced on mine. Ordering the parts from Scuderia and having them fitted locally saved a fair amount. Not had to do anything else yet.
Be wary of spec. Many come without heated seats or electric seats. Headlight washers are known to fail.
For me, I always wanted a Maserati and was looking for a similar sized car to the 5 Series. The Ghibli seemed reasonable compared to the G30 BMW and it was definitely a heart over head decision. I just like having a Maser, and while not as good to drive or as well equipped as its rivals, I just enjoy the exclusivity.
jv021 said:
get the petrol (ideally the S) as that is a Ferrari derived engine and sounds pretty good.
If a diesel is a must, i'd be looking at a 530d/535d or 640d.
I'm afraid that would be my advice-went from a 330d to a Ghibli V6S.If a diesel is a must, i'd be looking at a 530d/535d or 640d.
Both engines brilliant at what they do. Both cars brilliant at what they aim for. Neither a 330i nor a Diesel Ghibli would fill me with excitement but that's just personal opinion.
What you get with any Ghibli is great looks, a very nice interior (go for cream/tan leather) and build quality that was easily on a par with my F34. Frameless doors are pointless but cool. It's about the size of a Mk5 Quattroporte and to be honest in the right colour has that air of exclusivity.
Advise you aim for the updated touch screen infotainment from 2016ish onwards.
Depending on wheel size, the tyres tend to crab/skip on full lock at low temperatures on summer tyres. I had a set of wheels with winter tyres (which is advisable anyway in Scotland).
Reliability? No issues at all for me (n=1) compared well to the electrical gremlins in my current car (Cayenne).
I’ve a petrol as well, the diesel is just a badge, has little else going for it over a 5 series.
As for Fiat parts, Im not sure it has any, generic parts and electrical architecture is Chrysler, petrol engined ones share a lot of Ferrari parts, which are often cheaper than from Maserati.
No bills on mine other than service and brakes. No eml lights and everything works.
Brakes are bespoke on many versions and are thousands, with no third party alternatives.
If you want to run on a budget, buy parts when overstocked/ cheap and save for when needed.
As for Fiat parts, Im not sure it has any, generic parts and electrical architecture is Chrysler, petrol engined ones share a lot of Ferrari parts, which are often cheaper than from Maserati.
No bills on mine other than service and brakes. No eml lights and everything works.
Brakes are bespoke on many versions and are thousands, with no third party alternatives.
If you want to run on a budget, buy parts when overstocked/ cheap and save for when needed.
dema said:
Following as my heart would love a Ghibli but my head is not yet convinced.
No experience but I’ve seen people talking about £900 service costs and fairly regular intervals and ideally you would want to use a Maserati dealership in specialist indy
I think the petrol is on a two year service interval, and the diesel is serviced annually. Standard service runs to around £550/600 at an indy. A few have fixed price service menus online you can refer to. I agree that a petrol is more special and should be the preferred option if your wallet can take it. That said the diesel is a very good long distance cruiser.No experience but I’ve seen people talking about £900 service costs and fairly regular intervals and ideally you would want to use a Maserati dealership in specialist indy
We have owned a 2016 Ghibli S for 2 years and it has been an utter joyous experience.
Reliability has been faultless and the car has been nothing short of wonderful.
I have driven the non-S model and it lacks punch and real performance. The S is by far the best choice and the only way, in my mind.
Some may scoff at fuel consumption bit it's never been bad. 30mpg on a run is easy.
Tyres. We had a full set of Michelin PCS4 18k miles ago and there is plenty of wear left.
Sports Italia and the supplying dealer, Parks in Glasgow, have looked after the car for us. No scary bills.
When you look at the cost to buy one, a good S I mean, you will struggle to get better value for money.
Happy to answer any questions.
Reliability has been faultless and the car has been nothing short of wonderful.
I have driven the non-S model and it lacks punch and real performance. The S is by far the best choice and the only way, in my mind.
Some may scoff at fuel consumption bit it's never been bad. 30mpg on a run is easy.
Tyres. We had a full set of Michelin PCS4 18k miles ago and there is plenty of wear left.
Sports Italia and the supplying dealer, Parks in Glasgow, have looked after the car for us. No scary bills.
When you look at the cost to buy one, a good S I mean, you will struggle to get better value for money.
Happy to answer any questions.
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V5Brigade said:
I can't afford a Ghibli S...beautiful car, but unfortunately not for me right now
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I had an early one for a while and it was really quite shoddy, but I understand they improved very quickly so maybe avoid the first couple of years production.
Concur that if you're getting the diesel you can do much, much better elsewhere. Without the charismatic petrol engine it's just a needlessly crap choice over a 535d.
All these mid powered diesels feel really strong at 3/10ths but when you want to actually get moving you find they're not very fast and the feeling of being powerful and gutsy was a complete illusion. The VM in the Maserati was a distant 3rd to the BMW i6 and JLR V6 diesels for me though.
Concur that if you're getting the diesel you can do much, much better elsewhere. Without the charismatic petrol engine it's just a needlessly crap choice over a 535d.
All these mid powered diesels feel really strong at 3/10ths but when you want to actually get moving you find they're not very fast and the feeling of being powerful and gutsy was a complete illusion. The VM in the Maserati was a distant 3rd to the BMW i6 and JLR V6 diesels for me though.
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