My First Maserati 3200 gt Asseto Corsa
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Well.
Happy New Year t everyone, hope you all had a good one.??
I just bought my first Maserati and I am having a few snags, looking for ome advice please.
Initially, the engne management light came on, took it the Ferrari/Maserati dealer in Sindon who were very helpful. Turns out the engine knock sensor needs replacing...no worries I know it is. Common problem and I had budgeted do it.
Planned for the work to o ahead in a couple of weeks, will be getting the wheels redressed and sort out a few other its and pieces t get it up to a good standard. Total cost around £2k.
However, today all the lights came on, no/asr, ebd and know have o traction control...ot a problem just means I have to be a it careful.
Is it possible that because the car is outside that all theseroblems are pccuring, it has in it's life been disaster and I am now using it, done about 600 miles in 7 days. Am I expecting too much or is the start of things to come. I have read all the forums and did all my research before buying. I just didn't expect so many issues this quickly....lol
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks guys and girls...happy motoring
Happy New Year t everyone, hope you all had a good one.??
I just bought my first Maserati and I am having a few snags, looking for ome advice please.
Initially, the engne management light came on, took it the Ferrari/Maserati dealer in Sindon who were very helpful. Turns out the engine knock sensor needs replacing...no worries I know it is. Common problem and I had budgeted do it.
Planned for the work to o ahead in a couple of weeks, will be getting the wheels redressed and sort out a few other its and pieces t get it up to a good standard. Total cost around £2k.
However, today all the lights came on, no/asr, ebd and know have o traction control...ot a problem just means I have to be a it careful.
Is it possible that because the car is outside that all theseroblems are pccuring, it has in it's life been disaster and I am now using it, done about 600 miles in 7 days. Am I expecting too much or is the start of things to come. I have read all the forums and did all my research before buying. I just didn't expect so many issues this quickly....lol
Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks guys and girls...happy motoring
Hi Skid
Welcome to the world of Maserati! I have a 4200 that I have owned for 6 months with the odd wobble-inducing niggle along the way.
You may find www.maseratiforum.co.uk a good source of advice - lots of 3200 owners on there.
I hope the remedies are not too painful - I regular fall out of love with mine but when it is working (which is most of the time) I absolutely love it.
Edited to add: if you are near Swindon then Emblem down in Poole appear to be a very highly rated Maserati independent and could well be worth a visit rather than the main dealer route.
Welcome to the world of Maserati! I have a 4200 that I have owned for 6 months with the odd wobble-inducing niggle along the way.
You may find www.maseratiforum.co.uk a good source of advice - lots of 3200 owners on there.
I hope the remedies are not too painful - I regular fall out of love with mine but when it is working (which is most of the time) I absolutely love it.
Edited to add: if you are near Swindon then Emblem down in Poole appear to be a very highly rated Maserati independent and could well be worth a visit rather than the main dealer route.
Edited by limpsfield on Tuesday 4th January 21:35
You've got an amazing car, that rescued Maserati as a brand, for the price of a nearly new mondeo. It must surely make you smile when looking at it, and grin like you've got a flip top head when you actually get inside. The burble of the engine although discreet, can still be just heard over the chuckle as I turn the key.
Oh and you've got a few lights on, but still driving?
Seems normal when buying a 3200. My theory is these cars hate being left standing, with a dribble of fuel and only short jerky test drives. Join some forums, read a lot, be patient and learn the common "resets". My Assetto Corsa had recurring lights for the first few months, over 4 years later rarely see them. Nothing replaced apart from consumables. Have funs and welcome to an exclusive club
Oh and you've got a few lights on, but still driving?
Seems normal when buying a 3200. My theory is these cars hate being left standing, with a dribble of fuel and only short jerky test drives. Join some forums, read a lot, be patient and learn the common "resets". My Assetto Corsa had recurring lights for the first few months, over 4 years later rarely see them. Nothing replaced apart from consumables. Have funs and welcome to an exclusive club
rs48635 said:
My Assetto Corsa had recurring lights for the first few months, over 4 years later rarely see them. Nothing replaced apart from consumables. Have funs and welcome to an exclusive club
After looking at your profile that is one drop dead gorgeous car! Black, boomerangs and smoky wheels...roaaarr!Guys, thanks for replies so far. All inspiring and helpful. It does make me smile and feel inwardly good. It does get driven and is never devoid of fuel. Just the traction control light that is concerning me, I have yet to discover it's full potential and am looking forward to doing so.
It is such an awesome machine and with any high performance car, it will have it's own foibles and a character.
Thanks again for all the comments so far, very much appreciated.
Skid
It is such an awesome machine and with any high performance car, it will have it's own foibles and a character.
Thanks again for all the comments so far, very much appreciated.
Skid
Just one more thing to mention - and bear in mind I am by no stretch of the imagination the slightest bit technical.
My electrics go loopy now and again - mainly seats and mirrors not working. I don't know if it is the same for the 3200, but mine has a battery disconnect switch in the boot next to the battery. I switch it off and leave it for an hour or so and switch it back on again and problem solved.
My electrics go loopy now and again - mainly seats and mirrors not working. I don't know if it is the same for the 3200, but mine has a battery disconnect switch in the boot next to the battery. I switch it off and leave it for an hour or so and switch it back on again and problem solved.
Hope it works. My local Maserati independent is Autofficina and they did a diagnostic check for me (free of charge) just after I bought it to flag and clear any odd warnings and gave me a report on clutch wear etc.
It is definitely worth building a relationship with our local indie to iron out the odd foible now and again.
But they are absolutely glorious cars - enjoy it!
It is definitely worth building a relationship with our local indie to iron out the odd foible now and again.
But they are absolutely glorious cars - enjoy it!
The biggest mistake new 3200 owners do is to turn on the ignition and spin her up immediately. DO NOT DO THIS !!!! If you don't let the electrics go through there test procedure before firing her up you are asking for all kinds of electrical problems. swith on and WAIT until the the lights go out before firing her up. Another common issue is if you start from a cold, do a short journey, stop and start again the lamba sensors have not had sufficient time /heat to burn themselves clean from the rich cold start fuel mixture therefore won't give an accurate reading of the exhaust gases. This is likely to bring on the check engine light and put you into limp mode. If well cared for and by servicing and owner, they are just as reliable as any other car. Most electrical issues are inflicted by lack of care from the owner or service agent.
Gents,
I would just like to say thanks very much for all the info, the switch worked a treat. It has come up now and again Hutu seems to have cleared. I alway let the car go through it's start up cycle and always take the long way, it has to be done after all...lol
Thanks once again to all for all your help.
Best regards
Skid
I would just like to say thanks very much for all the info, the switch worked a treat. It has come up now and again Hutu seems to have cleared. I alway let the car go through it's start up cycle and always take the long way, it has to be done after all...lol
Thanks once again to all for all your help.
Best regards
Skid
I hope this problem gets resolved quickly as I imagine this sort of thing can be a wrench every time you put the key in the ignition.
It's certainly not typical for all Maseratis. I had my 3200GT for 6 years and the only warning light I had was associated with the Oil Pressure Gauge and due to a faulty Oil Pressure Sender.
Certainly agree with 3200GT, when you 1st turn the key, wait for the electronics check to complete and the warning lights to go off before firing up, about 5 seconds.
You'll also find the car does a self-check each time the fuel filler cover is popped. This can show Low Oil Level for a while - a hint to put some more Selenia in.
It's certainly not typical for all Maseratis. I had my 3200GT for 6 years and the only warning light I had was associated with the Oil Pressure Gauge and due to a faulty Oil Pressure Sender.
Certainly agree with 3200GT, when you 1st turn the key, wait for the electronics check to complete and the warning lights to go off before firing up, about 5 seconds.
You'll also find the car does a self-check each time the fuel filler cover is popped. This can show Low Oil Level for a while - a hint to put some more Selenia in.
Skid, I have now owned my 3200 GT for nearly 12 months and have suffered all the bedding in problems you have mentioned. Would concur with suggestion about Emblem down in Poole, got mine booked in for this Thursday for wheel alignment and MOT. Myles is the Maserati 'pro' down there and what he does not know about the 3200 is not worth knowing. Get onto 'Sportsmaserati.co.uk', Loz, who runs the site, has every answer to all your 3200 questions. Also get down to one of the regular meets, infact, why not get your name on the RAF Brize Norton event that I am organising, see site for info.
Mine used to have to sit for weeks, on occasion months without use as I worked away. Was not a problem, the only issue was that the alarm/immobiliser drained the battery within two weeks; a charged battery and it would start first time, no probs.
Otherwise, I had mine just over 4 years, the only time it let me down was when the starting motor failed, otherwise a solid (if sometimes expensive) car. Enjoy!!
Otherwise, I had mine just over 4 years, the only time it let me down was when the starting motor failed, otherwise a solid (if sometimes expensive) car. Enjoy!!
Well thanks for all the help and advice, info, really appreciated and I will degitely look at the Poole option next time.
Flying out of Brize Noron on Sunday Donahue next time .
Another problem for you guys, had a flat the other day, not sure if it had been knifed or just picked up a puncture. However, got the car jacked up, wheel off, tried to put the space saver on but the wheel studs were not long enough, also when I lifted the spare wheel there was about three inches of water in there, anyone else had these issues. If it hadn't ben for a mate I would have had to get a tow truck out, how embarrassing just for a puncture. Anyway, all sorted now, 2 new front tyres, not the ones I wanted but had no choice at the time.. She is going away soon as I am out of the country for then weeks, she is off too Swindon for some engine work, wheels off and returned, full valet ready for when I come back. It is going to be a long ten weeks.
Have fun dudes and dudettes.
Flying out of Brize Noron on Sunday Donahue next time .
Another problem for you guys, had a flat the other day, not sure if it had been knifed or just picked up a puncture. However, got the car jacked up, wheel off, tried to put the space saver on but the wheel studs were not long enough, also when I lifted the spare wheel there was about three inches of water in there, anyone else had these issues. If it hadn't ben for a mate I would have had to get a tow truck out, how embarrassing just for a puncture. Anyway, all sorted now, 2 new front tyres, not the ones I wanted but had no choice at the time.. She is going away soon as I am out of the country for then weeks, she is off too Swindon for some engine work, wheels off and returned, full valet ready for when I come back. It is going to be a long ten weeks.
Have fun dudes and dudettes.
Well,
Just a quick update on my new purchase, after a thousand miles and a large fuel bill the car went in for some work. The wheels are off and have been refurbished, the engine work done. However during the engine work they did a full check of all systems, one of the cooling pipes to the right hand turbo needs replacing, all the brake discs need redrilling, there is corrosion on the rear discs and pads so they need replacing, the wiper clips are missing, car is to be undersealed, a full machine detailing including repairing stone chips, a few dents from other careless drivers doors and some Tridents for the rear C pillars. I know some of it is to make the car look showroom condition but I didn't expect a £3 k bill. However, when I return from my stint at sea, the car will be looking and performing her absolute best, the big grin factor will be well and truly felt and the cost, but a distant memory. It has made me appreciate however the runnign costs of these cars but I wouldn't have it any other way, well okay not paying out would be prefferable but if you wnat a flash sportscar then you have to be prepared to shell out. So, when I get back, I will have a month to play with the car, then away again. After that, new rear tyres, new rear discs and pads......can't wait unti it is service time....LMFAO....
Just a quick update on my new purchase, after a thousand miles and a large fuel bill the car went in for some work. The wheels are off and have been refurbished, the engine work done. However during the engine work they did a full check of all systems, one of the cooling pipes to the right hand turbo needs replacing, all the brake discs need redrilling, there is corrosion on the rear discs and pads so they need replacing, the wiper clips are missing, car is to be undersealed, a full machine detailing including repairing stone chips, a few dents from other careless drivers doors and some Tridents for the rear C pillars. I know some of it is to make the car look showroom condition but I didn't expect a £3 k bill. However, when I return from my stint at sea, the car will be looking and performing her absolute best, the big grin factor will be well and truly felt and the cost, but a distant memory. It has made me appreciate however the runnign costs of these cars but I wouldn't have it any other way, well okay not paying out would be prefferable but if you wnat a flash sportscar then you have to be prepared to shell out. So, when I get back, I will have a month to play with the car, then away again. After that, new rear tyres, new rear discs and pads......can't wait unti it is service time....LMFAO....
Propman said:
Well,
Just a quick update on my new purchase, after a thousand miles and a large fuel bill the car went in for some work. The wheels are off and have been refurbished, the engine work done. However during the engine work they did a full check of all systems, one of the cooling pipes to the right hand turbo needs replacing, all the brake discs need redrilling, there is corrosion on the rear discs and pads so they need replacing, the wiper clips are missing, car is to be undersealed, a full machine detailing including repairing stone chips, a few dents from other careless drivers doors and some Tridents for the rear C pillars. I know some of it is to make the car look showroom condition but I didn't expect a £3 k bill. However, when I return from my stint at sea, the car will be looking and performing her absolute best, the big grin factor will be well and truly felt and the cost, but a distant memory. It has made me appreciate however the runnign costs of these cars but I wouldn't have it any other way, well okay not paying out would be prefferable but if you wnat a flash sportscar then you have to be prepared to shell out. So, when I get back, I will have a month to play with the car, then away again. After that, new rear tyres, new rear discs and pads......can't wait unti it is service time....LMFAO....
WE NEED PICTURES!!!!!! Please.Just a quick update on my new purchase, after a thousand miles and a large fuel bill the car went in for some work. The wheels are off and have been refurbished, the engine work done. However during the engine work they did a full check of all systems, one of the cooling pipes to the right hand turbo needs replacing, all the brake discs need redrilling, there is corrosion on the rear discs and pads so they need replacing, the wiper clips are missing, car is to be undersealed, a full machine detailing including repairing stone chips, a few dents from other careless drivers doors and some Tridents for the rear C pillars. I know some of it is to make the car look showroom condition but I didn't expect a £3 k bill. However, when I return from my stint at sea, the car will be looking and performing her absolute best, the big grin factor will be well and truly felt and the cost, but a distant memory. It has made me appreciate however the runnign costs of these cars but I wouldn't have it any other way, well okay not paying out would be prefferable but if you wnat a flash sportscar then you have to be prepared to shell out. So, when I get back, I will have a month to play with the car, then away again. After that, new rear tyres, new rear discs and pads......can't wait unti it is service time....LMFAO....
Well,
The saga continues, picked up my bay last Friday and it has to be said, she looked damn fine. Had a couple of days of cruising about before the first gremlins raised their ugly heads. Had a xmas tree of lights on the dash board, also mileometer not working and the car was stuck in third gear. After a couple of trips to Swindon with numerous theories I had finally had enough and left the car with the dealer. Apparently there is some kind of electric thingy under the dash that monitors the speed of each wheel and selects the correct gear....apparently. Not only are Maserati rare, apparently mine is a rare Maserati and they have never seen one like mine. So, with all this glorious weather I am currently driving a loaner BMW. I am not complaining, it is a very......reliable car, just not my car....lol. Fingers crossed they have found the problem and it is a question of just getting parts. It has been an expensive week so far.
Now, for the curious ones amongst you, how do I get pictures on here.....lol
Keep Smiling
Skid
The saga continues, picked up my bay last Friday and it has to be said, she looked damn fine. Had a couple of days of cruising about before the first gremlins raised their ugly heads. Had a xmas tree of lights on the dash board, also mileometer not working and the car was stuck in third gear. After a couple of trips to Swindon with numerous theories I had finally had enough and left the car with the dealer. Apparently there is some kind of electric thingy under the dash that monitors the speed of each wheel and selects the correct gear....apparently. Not only are Maserati rare, apparently mine is a rare Maserati and they have never seen one like mine. So, with all this glorious weather I am currently driving a loaner BMW. I am not complaining, it is a very......reliable car, just not my car....lol. Fingers crossed they have found the problem and it is a question of just getting parts. It has been an expensive week so far.
Now, for the curious ones amongst you, how do I get pictures on here.....lol
Keep Smiling
Skid
Skid1769 said:
Well,
The saga continues, picked up my bay last Friday and it has to be said, she looked damn fine. Had a couple of days of cruising about before the first gremlins raised their ugly heads. Had a xmas tree of lights on the dash board, also mileometer not working and the car was stuck in third gear. After a couple of trips to Swindon with numerous theories I had finally had enough and left the car with the dealer. Apparently there is some kind of electric thingy under the dash that monitors the speed of each wheel and selects the correct gear....apparently. Not only are Maserati rare, apparently mine is a rare Maserati and they have never seen one like mine. So, with all this glorious weather I am currently driving a loaner BMW. I am not complaining, it is a very......reliable car, just not my car....lol. Fingers crossed they have found the problem and it is a question of just getting parts. It has been an expensive week so far.
Now, for the curious ones amongst you, how do I get pictures on here.....lol
Keep Smiling
Skid
Gosh your patience astounds me. If I had hit as many problems as you have encountered I would have given up by now!! You must really love that car to put up with the lack of reliability and consistent electrical "gremlins". I hope all gets fixed for you very soon and your patience is rewarded. Let the Masser Gods shine on you from above!!!The saga continues, picked up my bay last Friday and it has to be said, she looked damn fine. Had a couple of days of cruising about before the first gremlins raised their ugly heads. Had a xmas tree of lights on the dash board, also mileometer not working and the car was stuck in third gear. After a couple of trips to Swindon with numerous theories I had finally had enough and left the car with the dealer. Apparently there is some kind of electric thingy under the dash that monitors the speed of each wheel and selects the correct gear....apparently. Not only are Maserati rare, apparently mine is a rare Maserati and they have never seen one like mine. So, with all this glorious weather I am currently driving a loaner BMW. I am not complaining, it is a very......reliable car, just not my car....lol. Fingers crossed they have found the problem and it is a question of just getting parts. It has been an expensive week so far.
Now, for the curious ones amongst you, how do I get pictures on here.....lol
Keep Smiling
Skid
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