Cheap thrills, but know what you're getting into - Maserati Quattroporte DuoSelect - Beards n Cars

After my original review of this 2005 Maserati Quattroporte F1 (aka the DuoSelect or Cambiocorsa) came out in 2019, my own Maserati journey took many turns, from problems with this one making me avoid them entirely, to driving a GranTurismo in 2021 which got me back on the Maserati train thanks to its improved ZF transmission.
Since then I've owned two more Quattroporte's, both ZF Facelift models, and both significantly better cars in every way when it comes to living with one on a daily basis.
So here are my thoughts and warnings for my fellow Maserati enthusiasts, so that you can be well informed as you decide which one is right for you...
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[@MrChrystals]

For me I have had a 2005 Maserati QP since 2013 Duel Select… it has to be driven manually as I think it is fundamentally a 4 door Ferrari. If you get past this idea that is not a limousine but a sports car with 3 extra seats at the back, it’s a fantastic car. Like with all Ferraris, it need to be well maintained, which I think most people who buy these cars on the cheap will not put in the money to fix. If these cars are well maintained, they are a dream to drive.I have driven my QP for 10 year, it have a yearly service with parts replaced due to normal wear with no issues. Just my thoughts I like to share.

[@VendoverProductions]

Its a 'Duo Select'

[@MrChrystals]

Yes mine is a 2005 Duo Select and has been my daily drive for the past 10 years

[@carlosfilho9404]

​@@MrChrystals driving in manual mode do you avoid the clutch problem completely?

[@MrChrystals]

@@carlosfilho9404 the only way to drive a duo select is manual mode. Auto mode is sluggish and cumbersome. This period of QP are for people who loves driving. It’s beautifully balanced and gives you good feed back. Changing clutch from time to time in inevitable, I replace my cultch twice every 60,000 km

[@603adventures9]

​@carlosfilho9404 pretty close mine has 72k on original clutch no issues . Drive right no issues only time clutch goes is when yoy drive it in auto mode like this video

[@johnireland1629]

Great information. Many thanks.

[@lordmegatron65]

I do like the overall style and design of the car. Its quite unique in my opinion! I also love that shade of blue! 😊👍

[@HSGAutomotive]

Cheers, and yeah this is actually the only one in the world in that colour as far as I know, a special order Ferrari Mirabeau Blue

[@lukeshardlow768]

Half of the reason I picked an auto DB9 is for the ZF gearbox. Keep them serviced and they are great. It’s a grand tourer and suits it. I would still love a Quattroporte though.

[@HSGAutomotive]

I'd like to give a DB9 a run, had a surprisingly good time in the supercharged DB7 and the Rapide is a dream car of mine

[@thorz.2222]

Good advice. The Duo Select is a MANUAL transmission with some automation added on. Drive it like a Manual. Let off the gas in between shifts or you'll destroy it. Or, get one with a ZF transmission like mine has.

[@williaml4893]

Fake news

[@goddesseddog]

You probably shouldn't lift off. The computer cuts the engine automatically. That's the point.

[@gillesdebritalycars]

Hello, I have since 14 months a Ghibli SQ4 from 2018 (430 hp) and it’s an excellent car, I love to drive it.

[@HSGAutomotive]

Nice! I haven't driven a Ghibli yet but hope to review one for sure

[@tadficuscactus]

Would be cool if they made one with a manual transaxle gearbox.

[@Trialnerror]

I had a 2002 4200 for 6 years and loved it. The Cambiocorsa gave me no issues. Was it the fastest shifting trans? No, was it fun? You bet your ass. Great car but I agree, you need to go into it understanding what you're buying.

[@gfellermarkus]

Great review! In your opinion wich is the better car to drive - ZF Quattroporte or AM Rapide S?

[@HSGAutomotive]

Ooh unfair comparison with used prices these days 😂 here in the UK you can get a nice ZF QP for around 15k, whereas a baseline Rapide starts at over 30k. For value the Maserati is better, but if you can afford it I would go for the Aston. And to be honest the Panamera is better than both of them but doesn’t look as good. When it comes to the pure driving experience, all 3 are very different. I’d say the Maserati is the most engaging, Feels the most like a sports car, the Porsche is just un-phaseable in any circumstance, and the Aston feels surprisingly similar to a Bentley

[@gfellermarkus]

@@HSGAutomotive Thank you so much and indeed very helpful and much appreciated.

[@dennisda-great8114]

How can u visually tell is one has the zf or the Ds? Looking to buy one. Thanks.

[@HSGAutomotive]

Easiest ways are the year and the gear selector. Anything before 2007 is DS, and the ZF has a normal selector stick in the centre, whereas the DS has a stubby little T-shaped chrome one and a single cup holder

[@TMJK22]

What a great video! I’m saving up to buy a QP at the moment. My idea was to just store it in the garage when the fall begins and take it out when the summer starts. You said it’s important to keep driving and using the cars, so I guess it’s not the smartest move to store it long-term? My guess is I’ll only put a max of 2500km on it per year, and only in the summer. Should it be driven more or is it okay to store the car long-term?

[@HSGAutomotive]

As long as its on a trickle charger for the battery you should be okay, but yeah using them as often as you can is ideal with most cars of this level

[@TMJK22]

@@HSGAutomotive Thanks for the reply man. I’m planning to take the battery out and charge it at home, replace the oil before storage and filling up the gas tank. Maybe even placing the car on some foam pads to hinder flat spots from forming. Should be more then enough precautions 😂

[@barenekid9695]

Jack the car up to take the weight Off the Suspension And tires. And Do run/warm it up fully.. at least twice a month.

[@thepalm2791]

How does the ghibli 450 HP version compare to the quattroporte?

[@HSGAutomotive]

I haven’t driven one yet tbh, so can’t say as far as the driving, but I also don’t hear great things about the Chrysler quality of that newer era. Worth looking into either way though, especially in owners forums

[@gruetter]

I agree 100%. I prefere the Duo Select because of the sporty behavior. I had the ZF in the GranCabrio. Really just for crusing.

[@wheelieschulz1204]

I don’t like the slushy feeling of an Automatic especially on zu 5hp and gm I saw there is a other ECU for the gearbox Whitch improve the duo select a lot

[@HSGAutomotive]

Can't say I found any such feeling in either of my ZF's tbh, they use a HP626, similar to the setup in a Jag XKR

[@mitchurchin2]

Small point, you’re not using the paddles in the video.

[@HSGAutomotive]

Precisely the point.

[@Keeasha777]

Hey I just realised I have the shirt you are wearing

[@HSGAutomotive]

Yep yep yep :) x

[@antonio11217]

👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏

[@MrCaterhamr500]

I think the issue is I get the impression you are quite a slow driver so might prefer the slush box and it’s long ratios. The DS is more sporting with closer ratios, just don’t use auto (who would just use auto all the time anyway it’s not a diesel Mercedes!)

[@HSGAutomotive]

Plenty of people would, including all of the executive drivers and people in State who used Quattroporte's at the time. Expecting a 4 door luxury car to drive like one is not the customers problem.

[@alexgordon5227]

I still prefer the F1 box

[@Sawubona2007]

Casual warning lights and sounds lel

[@HSGAutomotive]

Yep, lol. Surprise surprise that I only had this first one for 2 months. Thankfully the facelift models are infinitely better

[@johngleadall8263]

Wouldn't touch a duo select

[@603adventures9]

Learn how to drive one be fine mine has 72k original clutch

[@f1afins403]

Come on y'all, let's pump up those numbers for the 10k

[@Keeasha777]

You look like a different human

[@HSGAutomotive]

Yeah 😂😘 technically I am a human lighter

[@maartenrijsdijk7823]

avoid a RHD Maserati

[@603adventures9]

Or maybe learn how to drive it correctly i have 72k miles on my original clutch. Alot people dont no how to drive a f1 transmission

[@HSGAutomotive]

- Which proves my point more. Needing to use manual mode to keep your clutch proves how poorly made the ‘auto’ mode is. No amount of cope changes that.

[@rillesttalk]

I’m about to buy an F1. What’s your suggestion for driving to maintain the clutch?

[@johngleadall8263]

Basically the duo is crap 💩 expensive stupidity

[@603adventures9]

Sound broke find a car better under 10k lmao learn how to drive a f1 transmission have no issues min I got with 5k . No mine has 72k