GranTurismo vs GranTurismo S
Discussion
I test drove a 4.2 and bought a 4.7 (auto) as I was buying new and in the UK the 4.2 pricing does not make sense.
As for which engine, the 4.2 is not a bad car and will only reveal it's shortcomings if you really press on. The other thing is that the 4.2 is now starting to offer really good value second hand. As for reliability, the GranTurismo appears to have moved on big time from early Maseratis' (and I say this as someone who has owned a 3200 and a 4200 (Coupe)). Buy one.
As for which engine, the 4.2 is not a bad car and will only reveal it's shortcomings if you really press on. The other thing is that the 4.2 is now starting to offer really good value second hand. As for reliability, the GranTurismo appears to have moved on big time from early Maseratis' (and I say this as someone who has owned a 3200 and a 4200 (Coupe)). Buy one.
Echo the comments above, you won't want the 4.2 if you test drive the 4.7!! The MC Shift and auto versions of the 4.7 are slightly different drives, 4.2 is auto only and fine, but needs to be revved hard before it really gets going, but once it is, is a fast car. 4.7 is a much easier car to make fast progress in as has noticeably more torque to play with.
Other than engines and gear box the only other real difference is the exhaust system, the 4.2 is good if a little muted from in the cabin, the 4.7 in sport mode is simply epic, whether inside or out, and is one of the best sounding cars available at any price. Most people are sold on the 4.7 before the car has even turned a wheel!
In terms of an '08 car out of warranty, that would not bother me provided it has been properly maintained but for peace of mind I would probably get an after market warranty recognising that it is not as comprehensive as a Maserati warranty but if something significant did happen is likely to kick in. Hope this helps and happy hunting.
Other than engines and gear box the only other real difference is the exhaust system, the 4.2 is good if a little muted from in the cabin, the 4.7 in sport mode is simply epic, whether inside or out, and is one of the best sounding cars available at any price. Most people are sold on the 4.7 before the car has even turned a wheel!
In terms of an '08 car out of warranty, that would not bother me provided it has been properly maintained but for peace of mind I would probably get an after market warranty recognising that it is not as comprehensive as a Maserati warranty but if something significant did happen is likely to kick in. Hope this helps and happy hunting.
Colossus said:
Echo the comments above, you won't want the 4.2 if you test drive the 4.7!! The MC Shift and auto versions of the 4.7 are slightly different drives, 4.2 is auto only and fine, but needs to be revved hard before it really gets going, but once it is, is a fast car. 4.7 is a much easier car to make fast progress in as has noticeably more torque to play with.
Other than engines and gear box the only other real difference is the exhaust system, the 4.2 is good if a little muted from in the cabin, the 4.7 in sport mode is simply epic, whether inside or out, and is one of the best sounding cars available at any price. Most people are sold on the 4.7 before the car has even turned a wheel!
In terms of an '08 car out of warranty, that would not bother me provided it has been properly maintained but for peace of mind I would probably get an after market warranty recognising that it is not as comprehensive as a Maserati warranty but if something significant did happen is likely to kick in. Hope this helps and happy hunting.
What you said. The MC Shift is the most aggressive version of the car, and it also must be noticed that the option to turn the soundtrack on and off only exists in the MC Shift (not the 4.7 auto). The MC shift also feels abit torqueier.Other than engines and gear box the only other real difference is the exhaust system, the 4.2 is good if a little muted from in the cabin, the 4.7 in sport mode is simply epic, whether inside or out, and is one of the best sounding cars available at any price. Most people are sold on the 4.7 before the car has even turned a wheel!
In terms of an '08 car out of warranty, that would not bother me provided it has been properly maintained but for peace of mind I would probably get an after market warranty recognising that it is not as comprehensive as a Maserati warranty but if something significant did happen is likely to kick in. Hope this helps and happy hunting.
bigricho said:
What you said. The MC Shift is the most aggressive version of the car, and it also must be noticed that the option to turn the soundtrack on and off only exists in the MC Shift (not the 4.7 auto). The MC Shift also feels abit torqueier.
Partially true. With the MC Shift 4.7, the exhaust valves are fully open in Sport all the time. However, they do open on the Auto 4.7 but only at 3k revs. As for the 4.2, it does not have the exhaust valves.Evo has some good comments about the 4.2 and now the MC Shift 4.7 - last month's mentions the lower gearing of the MC Shift cars and the impact that has on both urge and mpg.
Overall there is no wrong car here - just choose the right one for you.
Driven them all and agree, the 4.7 is the one to go for, mainly due to said noise from exhaust valves.
Seem to recall the suspension on the 4.7 S "standard car", i.e non-skyhook or whatever it's called now, was better for me. It felt more compliant and natural, with greater feedback and finer calibration via seat of the pants feel.
If budget does not allow, you will not be sad owning the 4.2
Seem to recall the suspension on the 4.7 S "standard car", i.e non-skyhook or whatever it's called now, was better for me. It felt more compliant and natural, with greater feedback and finer calibration via seat of the pants feel.
If budget does not allow, you will not be sad owning the 4.2
rs48635 said:
Driven them all and agree, the 4.7 is the one to go for, mainly due to said noise from exhaust valves.
Seem to recall the suspension on the 4.7 S "standard car", i.e non-skyhook or whatever it's called now, was better for me. It felt more compliant and natural, with greater feedback and finer calibration via seat of the pants feel.
If budget does not allow, you will not be sad owning the 4.2
TBH budget is the main constraint here. The GTS seem to be quite a bit more expensive, and given that I'm no racing driver, I doubt I'll notice too much difference. I just love the looks and want a bit of luxury with a bit of poke for around 40k.Seem to recall the suspension on the 4.7 S "standard car", i.e non-skyhook or whatever it's called now, was better for me. It felt more compliant and natural, with greater feedback and finer calibration via seat of the pants feel.
If budget does not allow, you will not be sad owning the 4.2
Put it this way, I've been driving a hired Honda Civic for 2 months now, and it's wearing a tad thin.
They are all great cars and will bring a smile to your face every time you get in, so an early 4.2 will still be a special car and hard to beat for the money if budget can't stretch.
Re the 4.7S suspension, I optend for the standard single rate set up (skyhook is an option) as it gave a better more linear feel to my mind, although most cars are specified with the skyhook system. I also believe the original design for the GT-S was a non skyhook set up and the marketing team insisted on making it an option. I believe the auto version is skyhook only which I think is a bit of a shame as the standard set up does such a good job.
Re the 4.7S suspension, I optend for the standard single rate set up (skyhook is an option) as it gave a better more linear feel to my mind, although most cars are specified with the skyhook system. I also believe the original design for the GT-S was a non skyhook set up and the marketing team insisted on making it an option. I believe the auto version is skyhook only which I think is a bit of a shame as the standard set up does such a good job.
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