RE: Spotted: Maserati 3200 GT
Discussion
David A said:
Exactly, as I recall, over time the "length" of the throttle gets narrower <-----------> to <----> hence the on/off the throttle reset which takes 1minute at home resets it back to <----------->
Just one of those things, when you know it's easily sorted.
But I like your explanation better!Just one of those things, when you know it's easily sorted.
CraigVmax said:
Sam_68 said:
johnnyBv8 said:
The Gransport is pretty rare and far more desirable than the 4200, so don't expect them to follow the same depreciation curve.
OTOH, am I the only one to think that this series of Maseratis, whilst undeniably becoming more reliable and usable, has become steadily less desirable from a 'classic' point of view?The 3200 had mad-as-a-badger performance and handling and those rear lights.
The 4200 became softer and more of a boulevardier, and gained 'Honda Prelude' rear lights.
The Gransport is basically a 4200 with some dodgy aftermarket side skirts (OK, not as dodgy as those on an '80's Aston Martin, but you get the idea)?
But as an analogy:
Which is the better car by any rational criteria; a 1972 Carrera 2.7 RS, or a 993 Carrera 4?
...and which is valued more highly?
rgracin said:
How about one of these for a comparison: http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3529879.htm
Just about eclipses the Maserati on the looks (externally anyway). I haven't driven either, but I reckon both are about at the bottom of their depreciation curve and could make good weekend cruisers.
Discuss...
nOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!Just about eclipses the Maserati on the looks (externally anyway). I haven't driven either, but I reckon both are about at the bottom of their depreciation curve and could make good weekend cruisers.
Discuss...
Want unreliable, ancienr (ford) interior and expensive to maintain? get the original DB7 based on XJ-S chassis/running gear.
Comical servicing proces, nobody will buy one without FMDSH.
Gorgeous looks, terrible drive. (later V12 might be lots better but same deal on fuel)
StuttgartJem said:
Oh dear, a further shove to the heart over the head (996), just off to hit the classifieds !
I pondered for months between a 3200GT and a 996 - switching daily between the 2 much to my wifes amusement. In the end the 996 won as i convinced myself it was less likely to a 'financial divorce' !!Reading this thread reminds me of all the BS/twaddle/prejudice associated with car ownership. I'm thinking of a new game called 'Maserati Bingo", y'know a bit like 'Management Speak Bingo' where if you've ticked any of the following:
"the servicing costs are astronomic"
"my Impreza/M5/GTR is quicker"
" a 911 is the sensible choice"
" it's a poor man's Ferrari"
"the mpg is ridiculous"
"the insurance quote was out of my league"
"my mate tried to fix it himself"
"you wouldn't want to take it to the supermarket"
"it's tricky in the wet"
"Italian quality"
"I'd prefer a piano black fascia"
"spare parts are hard to come by"
"they're not reliable"
then perhaps you're missing the point and that Maserati ownership is not for you...
"the servicing costs are astronomic"
"my Impreza/M5/GTR is quicker"
" a 911 is the sensible choice"
" it's a poor man's Ferrari"
"the mpg is ridiculous"
"the insurance quote was out of my league"
"my mate tried to fix it himself"
"you wouldn't want to take it to the supermarket"
"it's tricky in the wet"
"Italian quality"
"I'd prefer a piano black fascia"
"spare parts are hard to come by"
"they're not reliable"
then perhaps you're missing the point and that Maserati ownership is not for you...
joewalshsaccount said:
Reading this thread reminds me of all the BS/twaddle/prejudice associated with car ownership. I'm thinking of a new game called 'Maserati Bingo", y'know a bit like 'Management Speak Bingo' where if you've ticked any of the following:
"the servicing costs are astronomic"
"my Impreza/M5/GTR is quicker"
" a 911 is the sensible choice"
" it's a poor man's Ferrari"
"the mpg is ridiculous"
"the insurance quote was out of my league"
"my mate tried to fix it himself"
"you wouldn't want to take it to the supermarket"
"it's tricky in the wet"
"Italian quality"
"I'd prefer a piano black fascia"
"spare parts are hard to come by"
"they're not reliable"
then perhaps you're missing the point and that Maserati ownership is not for you...
But surely the truth is most of these ring true?"the servicing costs are astronomic"
"my Impreza/M5/GTR is quicker"
" a 911 is the sensible choice"
" it's a poor man's Ferrari"
"the mpg is ridiculous"
"the insurance quote was out of my league"
"my mate tried to fix it himself"
"you wouldn't want to take it to the supermarket"
"it's tricky in the wet"
"Italian quality"
"I'd prefer a piano black fascia"
"spare parts are hard to come by"
"they're not reliable"
then perhaps you're missing the point and that Maserati ownership is not for you...
I would add
"rich man's Fiat"
johnnyBv8 said:
What a load of tosh! I think anything with "I recall being told" should be banned on PH! I've also never experienced throttle after throttle had been released.
Thanks for that constructive response...... If you re-read my post, I said "lifted", not "released" - FYI, it's perfectly possible to reduce the throttle on a turbo car and still be getting boost, with the result that it doesn't actually feel like you've lifted at allEdited by Nigel_O on Saturday 11th February 09:28
I don't really buy the argument that this is the "heart" choice as opposed to the 996 being the smart choice. The 3200 really is quite a unique car which I think would probably turn out to be a much better bet in the long term. It does quite a good job of balancing practical, every day user-friendliness, comfort, style, and performance. And I think it will age quite well, whereas the poor droopy-looking 996 is destined to be the runt of the litter.
You could get an M3 as an alternative I suppose, but then you'd just end up with an old M3, whereas this car will keep making sense just because there's nothing yet made that can claim to be a direct replacement.
And what makes it stand out above all else when it comes to quick motors is: chicks like it too!!
Just don't get it in yellow because you'll quickly get sick of the hostile stares, and that colour completely nullifies the point of having a discrete and tastefully-styled car. Wait for a good one to come along and you'll have yourself something that will make you feel clever every time you drive it.
You could get an M3 as an alternative I suppose, but then you'd just end up with an old M3, whereas this car will keep making sense just because there's nothing yet made that can claim to be a direct replacement.
And what makes it stand out above all else when it comes to quick motors is: chicks like it too!!
Just don't get it in yellow because you'll quickly get sick of the hostile stares, and that colour completely nullifies the point of having a discrete and tastefully-styled car. Wait for a good one to come along and you'll have yourself something that will make you feel clever every time you drive it.
Ftumpch said:
I don't really buy the argument that this is the "heart" choice as opposed to the 996 being the smart choice. The 3200 really is quite a unique car which I think would probably turn out to be a much better bet in the long term. It does quite a good job of balancing practical, every day user-friendliness, comfort, style, and performance. And I think it will age quite well, whereas the poor droopy-looking 996 is destined to be the runt of the litter.
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A service on a 996 costs as little as about £150. It is well-built and relatively little goes wrong with it and when it does it tends to be easily fixable. 30mpg is not unusual in a 996 whilst 15mpg is barely do-able in a 3200. COnsumables are infinitely cheaper. Everything is cheaper..
Give me a 3200 any day of the week provided times are good and I dont mind a return-trip from London to Cornwall costing £250 in petrol alone. When times are a little tighter, however, a 996 is in a different league on the running cost front.
Its pretty obvious why the 3200 is the "heart" choice.
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