Gen 6 Quattroporte Appreciation
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Montcoffer]on66 said:
Firstly your car looks great in white, I bet in turns a few heads. Good to hear your not experienced any major issues, £900 service sounds ok was that at a main dealership?
Mine is on P Zeros and I’ve noticed the outer edges wearing already after 6k. As with other car’s I’ve had on the same rubber they do judder on full lock when cold. Do you have your winter tyres on separate wheels? Where did you get them from? I suspect a factory set would set you back a pretty penny.
Servicing has always been done by JCT600, initially in Leeds but now at Bradford (after they were moved out of the shared dealership with Ferrari). Have never had any issues with them so happy enough to let them carry on with it going forward.
For the first 4 winters I just had the Sottozeros switched over onto my rims and kept the P-Zeros in store until the spring. Fortunately I'm able to store the tyres whilst not in use. Last november though I was fortunate enough to pick up a complete set of brand new rims via Ebay that were mounted with brand new sottozeros for LESS than the cost of the tyres alone...so now I have a set of winter rims and a separate set of summer rims. Rather liking the car with silver rather than black rims for a while too !
Montcoffer said:
I’m only 3 months into my first Maserati ownership but I feel the same, this car is going nowhere, it ticks so many boxes. I’ve not used it much during the winter months but even just seeing it in the garage gives me pleasure.
Looking forward to some road trips soon.
Are you planning on going to any Italian meets this year? Could do with a few more Masers in the ranks.
JonnyWhitters said:
Still looking damn fine and majestic!
Are you planning on going to any Italian meets this year? Could do with a few more Masers in the ranks.
Not something I’ve really thought about if I’m honest, but could be something I’d consider, I take it you attended events? Do you have details Are you planning on going to any Italian meets this year? Could do with a few more Masers in the ranks.
jon66 said:
It definitely works well in white, escpecially with the black interior and carbon trims throughout.
Servicing has always been done by JCT600, initially in Leeds but now at Bradford (after they were moved out of the shared dealership with Ferrari). Have never had any issues with them so happy enough to let them carry on with it going forward.
For the first 4 winters I just had the Sottozeros switched over onto my rims and kept the P-Zeros in store until the spring. Fortunately I'm able to store the tyres whilst not in use. Last november though I was fortunate enough to pick up a complete set of brand new rims via Ebay that were mounted with brand new sottozeros for LESS than the cost of the tyres alone...so now I have a set of winter rims and a separate set of summer rims. Rather liking the car with silver rather than black rims for a while too !
Interesting to read your comment on Maserati Bradford, along with Nottingham they are my nearest main dealer. My next service not due until June, but good to hear pricing sounds reasonable. Servicing has always been done by JCT600, initially in Leeds but now at Bradford (after they were moved out of the shared dealership with Ferrari). Have never had any issues with them so happy enough to let them carry on with it going forward.
For the first 4 winters I just had the Sottozeros switched over onto my rims and kept the P-Zeros in store until the spring. Fortunately I'm able to store the tyres whilst not in use. Last november though I was fortunate enough to pick up a complete set of brand new rims via Ebay that were mounted with brand new sottozeros for LESS than the cost of the tyres alone...so now I have a set of winter rims and a separate set of summer rims. Rather liking the car with silver rather than black rims for a while too !
On the topic of wheels, I curbed my left rear last night, so gutted I’m normally so careful. Need to find repair option now.
I feel your pain on that one...had a similar result from a kerb on the entry to the car park at Sheffield station. That's one of the few downsides of the QP...multi-storey car parks and tight manoeuvering spaces are NOT fun !
Are they diamond cut wheels ? Should be able to find someone local to you to get that refurbished but, from what I was told a while back, there's only so many times you can re-do diamond cut.
Are they diamond cut wheels ? Should be able to find someone local to you to get that refurbished but, from what I was told a while back, there's only so many times you can re-do diamond cut.
I have owned my QP 2019 reg 3lt v6 since July 2023 and have thoroughly enjoyed it over the last 9 months. We have covered 5500 miles in this time and it has been faultless.
Issues, fuel sender gauge when the car is in the last qtr of the petrol tank (seems to drop rather alarmingly) no fault when checked, front windscreen starting to delaminate on the near side (is only in the black section at present), Maserati refusing to cover under warranty.
Plus side, drives well, rides well, goes like stink and looks a million bucks. Smiles per miles.
As an alternative to the supposed big three it may depreciate faster but it attracts attention and thumbs up from everyone.
Would I buy another one...... hell yes.
Please a Trofeo next (just need a small win on the lottery).
Issues, fuel sender gauge when the car is in the last qtr of the petrol tank (seems to drop rather alarmingly) no fault when checked, front windscreen starting to delaminate on the near side (is only in the black section at present), Maserati refusing to cover under warranty.
Plus side, drives well, rides well, goes like stink and looks a million bucks. Smiles per miles.
As an alternative to the supposed big three it may depreciate faster but it attracts attention and thumbs up from everyone.
Would I buy another one...... hell yes.
Please a Trofeo next (just need a small win on the lottery).
Great to see other QP6 owners posting, it appears we are in a very exclusive club, which I’m sure is part of the appeal 😀
I’m 18 months into ownership now and love the car as much today as the day I got it. It still looks amazing and classically modern and gets loads of attention.
I tend to only use for longer miles so mileage just gone over 10k , it looks as new.
Biggest pain is parking , it’s a very big car with a big turning circle, you do get used to it but rear steering would help.
Do you have any photos of yours?
Let’s keep QP6 appreciation going 😃
I’m 18 months into ownership now and love the car as much today as the day I got it. It still looks amazing and classically modern and gets loads of attention.
I tend to only use for longer miles so mileage just gone over 10k , it looks as new.
Biggest pain is parking , it’s a very big car with a big turning circle, you do get used to it but rear steering would help.
Do you have any photos of yours?
Let’s keep QP6 appreciation going 😃
I do like these, but they are huge. There was on on a Maserati club trackday a few years ago and it looked quite a handful. I still keep thinking about one, but having retired to a delapidated semi rural place we seem to spend most of our time in the estate car towing a trailer.
I did like owning the GS, loved the brand chache and the reaction of people, the 'feeling special' when getting ino the car, and wondered about a Ghibl but to me they're not a ' proper' Maserati. However I really really don't miss the sub-20mpg.
Also not often you see "Quattroporte" and "Appreciation" in the same sentence
I did like owning the GS, loved the brand chache and the reaction of people, the 'feeling special' when getting ino the car, and wondered about a Ghibl but to me they're not a ' proper' Maserati. However I really really don't miss the sub-20mpg.
Also not often you see "Quattroporte" and "Appreciation" in the same sentence
For me it’s all about having the right car for the right occasion, if you’re lucky enough to own a few cars you can indulge yourself rather than compromise.
For example I have a mark 5 Suzuki Jimny as a daily runaround, perfect for local shopping, poor weather, easy parking etc etc , I have a 987 Cayman for fun driving and the Maserati QP6 for cruising longer distances, taking friends out, etc and I love all 3.
But if I had to choose just one either car on their own would be difficult to leave with.
It’s the reason why SUV’s are so popular because they do a bit of everything reasonably well.
So back to your question, will a GTS be your only car?
My view: firstly awesome car, but as part of a fleet not as your only car, and obviously buy a car that has plenty of good history.
For example I have a mark 5 Suzuki Jimny as a daily runaround, perfect for local shopping, poor weather, easy parking etc etc , I have a 987 Cayman for fun driving and the Maserati QP6 for cruising longer distances, taking friends out, etc and I love all 3.
But if I had to choose just one either car on their own would be difficult to leave with.
It’s the reason why SUV’s are so popular because they do a bit of everything reasonably well.
So back to your question, will a GTS be your only car?
My view: firstly awesome car, but as part of a fleet not as your only car, and obviously buy a car that has plenty of good history.
I do few miles but typically need space (for people) when I do….so something a bit bigger but special is what I am looking for. So it’s M5/M6/E63/S8 or Hot SUV or Masser GTS.
Journo reviews of the GTS vary wildly with the more negative ones comparing them heavily to anodyne Germans which I have done to death and sort of misses the point.
I have also owned a Granturismo 4.7 so am eyes open so to speak. I am more of a “heart” vs “head” car decision maker, but not totally reckless (bar a TR7 decades back).
Actual owner reviews on AT of the QP6 GTS are borderline effusive. Speaking to a specialist or two they are pretty solid also.
Journo reviews of the GTS vary wildly with the more negative ones comparing them heavily to anodyne Germans which I have done to death and sort of misses the point.
I have also owned a Granturismo 4.7 so am eyes open so to speak. I am more of a “heart” vs “head” car decision maker, but not totally reckless (bar a TR7 decades back).
Actual owner reviews on AT of the QP6 GTS are borderline effusive. Speaking to a specialist or two they are pretty solid also.
My gts had been pretty solid, certainly more reliable then the M6 i had.
I bought at 40,000km 4 years ago and am now at 135,000km.
It did let me down last year and i needed a new engine ecu and body ecu but, miraculously picked up second hand replacements locally for peanuts. That wouldn't happen in UK. Also the mpg here in Dubai is not a worry. I just wouldn't countenance it in Europe for the mileage i do.
Engine is turbine smooth, free revving and sounds great for a turbo charged car. No doubt its dated inside and out but then again so am I.
I will miss it when it goes, ive become quite attached to it, much more so than previous cars. That says a lot.
I bought at 40,000km 4 years ago and am now at 135,000km.
It did let me down last year and i needed a new engine ecu and body ecu but, miraculously picked up second hand replacements locally for peanuts. That wouldn't happen in UK. Also the mpg here in Dubai is not a worry. I just wouldn't countenance it in Europe for the mileage i do.
Engine is turbine smooth, free revving and sounds great for a turbo charged car. No doubt its dated inside and out but then again so am I.
I will miss it when it goes, ive become quite attached to it, much more so than previous cars. That says a lot.
Thread resurrection! I bought a QP Trofeo a couple of weeks ago from Dick Lovett, it’s a 2021 car and was the Maserati press car but doesn’t feel like it’s led a particularly tough life (it’s on 27k miles and had another private owner before me). I’ve come from a long line of German cars, the last three have been faster Panameras, and fancied a change as well as some more space and refinement. I’m about 400 miles into ownership and I’ve been really pleased with the car. The engine, while subdued in normal operating mode, is very effective indeed and hardly any thirstier than my last Panamera Turbo. The fit and finish is better in some areas, perhaps not quite so good in others and the whole car offers a real feel good factor. Surprisingly, following the update for 2021 MY cars, the tech is actually very decent and I’m happier with buttons (even if they’re plastic) than fiddly haptic buttons. Overall, it might not be quite as technologically sophisticated as it’s more obvious German rivals but that misses the point.
Edited by Mosdef on Wednesday 16th October 16:31
Edited by Mosdef on Wednesday 16th October 16:32
Resurrection of the thread, I like it, I feel we are a very small club.
I came into my QP6 V6D 2 years ago now from a Porsche 911(991.1) strange swap but I was using my 911 for cruising not really what it was intended for, unlike the Maserati which was made for it.
I’ve had a fantastic fault free experience, although saying that I do have the car up for sale. Just ready for a change.
I loved having a Maserati Quatroporte, even as a diesel, it really suited the cars laid back wafting, while looking stupendous while doing it.
It’s definitely a car you look back on after parking it.
Do you have any photos of your car?
If I can answer any questions you might have please ask.
I came into my QP6 V6D 2 years ago now from a Porsche 911(991.1) strange swap but I was using my 911 for cruising not really what it was intended for, unlike the Maserati which was made for it.
I’ve had a fantastic fault free experience, although saying that I do have the car up for sale. Just ready for a change.
I loved having a Maserati Quatroporte, even as a diesel, it really suited the cars laid back wafting, while looking stupendous while doing it.
It’s definitely a car you look back on after parking it.
Do you have any photos of your car?
If I can answer any questions you might have please ask.
Mosdef said:
Thread resurrection! I bought a QP Trofeo a couple of weeks ago from Dick Lovett, it’s a 2021 car and was the Maserati press car but doesn’t feel like it’s led a particularly tough life (it’s on 27k miles and had another private owner before me). I’ve come from a long line of German cars, the last three have been faster Panameras, and fancied a change as well as some more space and refinement. I’m about 400 miles into ownership and I’ve been really pleased with the car. The engine, while subdued in normal operating mode, is very effective indeed and hardly any thirstier than my last Panamera Turbo. The fit and finish is better in some areas, perhaps not quite so good in others and the whole car offers a real feel good factor. Surprisingly, following the update for 2021 MY cars, the tech is actually very decent and I’m happier with buttons (even if they’re plastic) than fiddly haptic buttons. Overall, it might not be quite as technologically sophisticated as it’s more obvious German rivals but that misses the point.
Ooh…well done that man! That is absolutely gorgeous. Such a classy choice. I’m very envious indeed. Edited by Mosdef on Wednesday 16th October 16:31
Edited by Mosdef on Wednesday 16th October 16:32
Thanks chaps, there’s definitely something very nice about having a fairly rare car, with a Ferrari derived V8 to boot! The colour is Grigio Maratea with a black leather / red stitched interior that has lots of alcantara. Mine doesn’t have a sun roof, which doesn’t bother me but it does have the B&W stereo…very impressive indeed. I was also surprised to see it has the driver assistance pack so it has the adaptive cruise and semi-autonomous driving (basically it does the steering for you), which I’ve not experienced much before. Maseratis seem to attract positive attention but as some have said, they can really waft when you’re not in the mood to drive quickly. It wouldn’t be my first choice for a B Road blast but it builds speed so effortlessly. After all the road noise I endured in Porsches, I’m really enjoying the refinement.
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