Pics of your Maserati
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07satisfaction said:
Did someone say Citroen??.... how about an SM, it must qualify to be displayed here...no?
Here is a 5-speed 1973 SM I test drove for potential purchase from the same mechanic's shop at which the Khamsin was photographed. A sensational automotive experience. I loved the unique qualities of the chassis, but deep down I know I wouldn't be happy with anything less-than-blistering performance. But, just look at that beautiful design. Breathtaking really. And talk of seating comfort!
- Art
Still think the SM is a stunning looking car!Here is a 5-speed 1973 SM I test drove for potential purchase from the same mechanic's shop at which the Khamsin was photographed. A sensational automotive experience. I loved the unique qualities of the chassis, but deep down I know I wouldn't be happy with anything less-than-blistering performance. But, just look at that beautiful design. Breathtaking really. And talk of seating comfort!
- Art
I walk past one in London every now and then in a similar colour
Bluebottle911 said:
Yes, factory collection was an amazing experience - a very special occasion indeed. Drive home was good. We were very lucky with the weather and the Maserati demonstrated just what a brilliant long-distance GT it is.
What a great thing to do, best I've managed was a factory tour....which turned out to be a one to one (others didn't show up!)
Bluebottle911 said:
I shall probably be hung for saying it on a Maserati thread, but that photo reminds me of one of the reasons why I prefer my 550 to my Granturismo. The Maserati is a great looking car by any benchmark, but the 550 is truly magnificent.
And if we then open the choice up to 2 seaters...well we are in a very different ball game where the 550 struggles
Murph7355 said:
The one slight wrinkle being the 550 is missing 2 seats.
True.Murph7355 said:
...well we are in a very different ball game where the 550 struggles
That, however, is a matter of opinion, with which, of course, I do not happen to agree (not that I am in any way biased, you understand!) - unless we go back to an earlier era, in which case I would be with you all the way.But this is going way off topic (for which I apologise to other posters).
07satisfaction said:
dbdb said:
I like the Bora a great deal but absolutely love the Khamsin. It is one of my favourite cars ever made.
Edited to add: This Khamsin's bumpers are euro spec ones.
David, Edited to add: This Khamsin's bumpers are euro spec ones.
Edited by dbdb on Sunday 4th December 00:36
Was the Khamsin a style you loved from the moment you saw it?
For me, the Khamsin has become an acquired taste, even when I saw one in person for the first time in the 80's I thought it a bit awkward, but I admire it so much more the past 5 years or so. The Bora also.. to me, it has some "heft" around the mid-section, especially in photos. But my opinion was changed the very first time I saw one in person which was only in 2010.
Cheers,
- Art
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