Driving my cheap Maserati Quattroporte to the Nurburgring on one tank of fuel?

[@itsjoel]

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[@TiptronicSS]

"OBD function is not included" according to Carly in their 'OBD reader', even with the "Full premium" with "Smart Mechanic" subscription. I got scammed out of my hard earned money and almost blew up my car trusting Carly (0 issues, all fine, it wasn't!!). It's not reading or clearing (when checking with a real OBD reader) any codes properly, be aware of this dangerous item/scam. I hope you give them a hard pass next time they want to get on the channel Joel.. They really screwed me over badly. 14 day refund was only denied, which is E.U. law, if they are gnoring laws, what else are they doing?

[@charleshodgson3669]

hey what was the song during the last few seconds right at the end?

[@Bromleycrosslife]

Carly is a subscription service. The price you pay at first is them billed without warning every 12 months after that without warning and that's made clear at all to people and it really should be.

[@kieranmorris9359]

Had the pleasure of being behind this beauty on the 303 marlow bypass this morning, I was in the red lorry mate, sounds gorgeous by the way 😍

[@itsjoel]

@@kieranmorris9359 I remember you, was trying not to brake so you could keep rolling in the traffic! Cheers for watching!

[@kieranmorris9359]

@itsjoel when you came past I was like oh look a Maserati, I wonder if that's Joel haha, recognised the brand new exhaust mate 👌 looks fantastic pal loving the videos, keep it up!!

[@wrapdump]

With a light foot you can get pushing 600 miles on a tank cruising on motorway, I did. Wonderful cars. Coincidentally we drove to the 'ring in ours for our honeymoon then went round in it. One lap was pushing a quarter of a tank, which was exactly what Forza 6 predicted in a Gran Turismo.

[@dano_8250]

Thoroughly enjoyable half hour. I was grinning ear to ear when you were blatting round the 'ring. 100k subs any day now. Keep it up, Joel. 👌

[@itsjoel]

Thanks so much for watching, glad you enjoyed it

[@hamersakm]

Your camera set-up on the front windshield really does remind me of the good old Top Gear days :) The tan interior from the best era of car making also helps, of course.

[@stefano6531]

i wish more people understood how impressive this is. I also wish my peers would understand that not all stereotypes are true with these cars. Cant wait to own one. cheers mate

[@ItsDanLatham]

What an experience! Very impressed with how well the Maserati handled a long haul

[@DiveBomb.]

"Things you can do with your pants on...this has to be up there with one of the best." Brilliant LOOL

[@keefensera2004]

Always especially look forward to your Quattroporte content, and this one did not disappoint. Desperately want one and thanks to your videos, rapidly running out of excuses not to. Practical- it's a four door saloon - check Reliable - it didn't miss a beat in your video - check Economical - as shown in your video, used less fuel than expected - check Fun to drive - the look on your face and the excitement in your voice - check What am I waiting for? Keep those videos coming.

[@gar6502]

I loved being in Germany had a Fantastic 11 years living and working there. Unfortunately I had to come back to the UK for work. Love these road trip videos.

[@MrBigMalT]

Hey Joel, an absolutely joyous video to see such a petrolhead on such a trip! I wonder whether you might consider making a short video about how you planned your trip to the Nordshleife. It’s certainly on my bucket list, and I’m sure many other of your subscribers. I know these things get out of date quickly, but it could include things like: - Dates & times ordinary drivers can use the track - costs & how to pay for the laps - other options, eg Ring Taxi - Route to the venue Just an idea! Love your content! Keep up the great work!😊

[@StephenBate-tk7qe]

That car was a bargain at 5.995 had it's problems but once sorted still below 10grand for a Maserati quattroporte sport GT with best colour interior and carbon fibre everwhere, dream car

[@terminal-velocity111]

Utterly brilliant video M8! It’s so amazeballs that the Italian beast did so well with fuel and performance! Thoroughly enjoyed watching!

[@bazzatheking3155]

Great video Joel, your enthusiasm and personality shine through which makes everything totally relatable! You would have made a great Top Gear presenter and for me you fill that gap! Cheers from NZ!

[@itsjoel]

@@bazzatheking3155 thank you, there’s still time… 😁

[@MattCalvert]

The passion at the end really shows

[@jf9601]

Good vid, Joel and well done for mentioning that Carly is a subscription service.

[@RidneyTv]

Been subbed for long time, this is by far my favourite video. Absolutely fantastic! Big respect Joel 🙌

[@itsjoel]

@@RidneyTv thanks so much

[@johnwalton9009]

Well done mate. Heart felt stuff.

[@johnrhodes9087]

Love this type of video you do Joel

[@itsjoel]

Thank you!

[@DontSteal0urSun]

Normally find Nurburgring videos boring, but your commentary on the way round the track was fantastic, actually describing what was happening, where on the track you were, how you were approaching it. Loved it!

[@JeffersonHumber]

Fuel economy impressive, the fact the car didn’t miss a beat even more impressive 😮

[@JuliuszBaczynski]

The dream has been illustrated, just how I want my future to be like, owning a Sport GTS or an automatica, heading down to Germany, Nordscheife, like a kid at christmas!!

[@welshdragon6947]

Well done Joel 🎉 yet another really well produced video. Chuffed to bits for you 🥂

[@dstuchbury]

Another awesome adventure, Joel. Your genuine passion and enthusiasm are infectious, so fun to watch. Hope you enjoyed the trip, I certainly enjoyed coming along!

[@vqdriver]

Found your video by chance by searching Quattroporte vs 750i lol. What a dream! Got my 4.7 rather inexpensively on Carsandbids here in the states. Only 28,000mi 2yrs ago and it’s 29,000mi today for Honda Civic money lol. Been doing highway lately and noticed 90mph is at around 2,700rpm. Did a fluid overhaul back then but this summer I switched my engine oil to Quaker State Full Synthetic 5W30. As per 540Rat Engineering blog who torture tests oils to their mechanical limits. Instead of euro 5W40, use Pennzoil Platinum 5W30 much stronger mechanical wear limits! Even better is Ravenol 0W30 (across the pond). Transmission fluid this spring will be switched to Mobil1 Synthetic ATF Multi Vehicle (silver bottle/black label). Lose that ZF Lifeguard! Rear diff will be Motorcraft 75W140 replacing Valvoline. Radiator drain and fill will be Prestone again. DOT4 all around. Undercoating will be refreshed with Blaster Surface Shield lanolin. These cars are poorly painted underneath. Cheers!!

[@itsjoel]

Very cool! I used to own a BMW 760Li!

[@---Adam]

"Fantastically Efficient" - Captain Slow vibes😂😂

[@rodrigobkjames9692]

You know what Joel, I was one of the ones calling for you to get rid of this car. I apologise. So glad you kept it. Awesome video and I want one of these beasts now! :) Another great adventure!

[@Elwooddudes]

Great video Joel! 🤘🏼 what a motor

[@FlynnBellamyCars]

I knew I was going to love this one! Turns out the Maserati really was a great purchase, at least from my perspective as a viewer! Can’t believe how good it sounds…

[@philpeters531]

Well done Joel! All your previous auto trials and tribulations are forgotten on great days like these. Chuffed for you mate.

[@enzodisciullo2557]

What a lovely QP Joel, that colour with the contrasting crema leather, just fab. It's such a unique, characterful motor, your video clevely shows the dual nature of the QP. Sumptious motorway cruiser or track day funster, you decide! How about an ultra economy challenge, London up to the NC500 and back?

[@Nickhtafc]

Miles for smiles mate, you got a bargain there. Taking out the centre resonator and putting in an x pipe was the best mod i did to my 4200. Incredible sound. I miss it. Forgot to add, my c63 4.0 on the motorway will do 39 mpg on a run.

[@itsjoel]

@@Nickhtafc I really did!

[@NathanMannin]

That’s interesting to hear Nick, you can’t ask more for a thunderous V8 to do nearly 40mpg! The best I got in my W204 6.2 C63 was around 32.2mpg, but I know I could get a little more from it if I tried hard enough! 😆

[@Nickhtafc]

@NathanMannin I was hoping for low 30's, I do a LONG return trip to work, around 4-5 times a month. Couldn't believe what I was seeing on the trip computer and the actual maths work out aswell. Unfortunately not been able to drive it that much in the last 4 months, but its a beast. Not quite a 6.2, but that I couldn't justify on a 270 mile + return trip, especially as I'd want a good example. I used to get similar mpg from a 5.0 Lexus RCF aswell. Amazing both cars really. Noise, power and refinement, yet economical if you don't press on and just cruise.

[@caliwator]

I also got myself a Qp this summer. I love the car so much! You get a lot of car for the money. Now i want to take it to the nurburgring too! :)

[@deanodrives4966]

Did my first ring trip literally a year a go, and I totally agree that if you're a petrolhead you need to drive on an autobahn. I took a e90 325i and managed to take it up to 150. I managed to get back on one tank without even trying, it was such a good car for it! Loved this video mate, can't believe how well the car did!

[@itsjoel]

@@deanodrives4966 it’s such a great experience

[@shandorhallett7686]

Great video Joel. I do love that car and the interior is superb, apart from the ‘sticky buttons’ around the display, some Isopropyl alcohol on a soft cloth should get that back to new. Thanks so much for your all your hard work, you’re a natural in front of the camera.

[@itsjoel]

@@shandorhallett7686 thank you so much!

[@clivelawrence8017]

Looks like you enjoyed that one, fella :) Good work!

[@NathanMannin]

Ah Joel, what a fantastic video! I am beyond elated it all worked out in the end, I never had doubts your car would be frugal, but the fact you did some high speed runs and maintained that MPG is highly impressive! Albeit inside I was like “NO JOEL, THE FUEL CONSUMPTION” It seems your Maserati mirrors my 6.2 C63 a lot when cruising; with mine averaging around 32mpg on a long run. It really just goes to show a change of driving style makes all the difference! Long live the V8! 😉 On a side note, I’d love to find out which of ours is more efficient! 😉

[@simoncullen7960]

Great to see you having so much fun. More of this please !

[@SuperEjep]

I had a 2005 QP with the duo select gearbox. Best I managed at 70mph was 25.9mpg but from what I can see, yours is longer geared. Mine was doing 3000rpm at 70mph

[@johnelbro127]

They are incredible motors. I took mine up to 130 in Spain. Was scary but great. Well done. 👍👍👍👍

[@tabatauccelli2246]

Simply unbelievable, this car is amazing, thanks for this great trip!

[@BMW7series251]

Wow Joel, what a car!! I'm amazed it did what it did with such an old engine! Fantastic! BTW: well done M8 on being so close to 100K Subbers. Cheers, John.

[@itsjoel]

@@BMW7series251 me too! Thanks John

[@johnorchin8567]

Hi Joel, That was fantastic to watch. I thought there was some problem with the engine you have to get fixed, but you were putting off doing.

[@lunabouch]

Drove a PORSCHE Carrera S that I leased for the day at the PORSCHE Museum two years ago. Driving on the AUTOBAHN at 150mph (for about 2 seconds) was a life experience. The German roads are so smooth and well maintained.🇩🇪

[@MrBigMalT]

How gorgeous does that interior look at nighttime, all illuminated like that! Sounds bloody great too 😊

[@Phil-1969]

Great driving Joel, I was in the audience on top gear when they had this car on as a wedding car with James May driving it, great channel, it looks as if you live around my way Aylesbury

[@darrenstables4171]

Great video Joel!!! The maserati is truly special well done mate!!

[@SteveRiceDJPUD]

Such an enjoyable vlog to watch so must have been incredible to do...Felt your enthusiasm thru the camera... What a car ❤❤

[@joesimo11]

That... looked.. a whole lotta fun.

[@SlayerEddy]

The Earth spinning clip got me😂 Absolutely legendary intro!!

[@SlayerEddy]

"Whilst we let that sink in" 🤣🤣🤣 Top tier comedy in this video haha

[@KipKippax]

Most entertaining Joel , cheers !

[@itsjoel]

@@KipKippax thank you for watching!

[@BenB91]

The ring looks so much fun. Great video

[@itsjoel]

@@BenB91 honestly the best automotive destination in Europe

[@danilonentertainment]

Congratulations Joel 😂😂 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀so happy for you. Great video, love from South Africa 🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀

[@rcclassicgarage]

Great video Joel - Nürburgring is on the bucket list

[@davidviner4932]

Brilliant video joel! love that car, just as I loved the BMW Z4 back in the day

[@robertblair-uk4ph]

Absolutely loved this. Epic.

[@alancobbin]

I honestly didn’t think that was possible on 90 Litres,Mind Blown 👍

[@itsjoel]

@@alancobbin you and me both!!

[@hervyromain]

The paradox of this car with the ZF gearbox - it can be surprisingly fuel-efficient. However bear in mind insurance + maintenance + £735 yearly VED that can turn the cheap Maserati into an expensive ownership experience.

[@lptomtom]

Sreten's videos about his Maserati on the M539 channel have put me off the brand for good, what a nightmare of an engine!

[@vqdriver]

That’s the twin turbo v6 tho. Get a 4.7 (F135) with the ZF trans and just live a happy life and hyper change the oil! Use Pennzoil Platinum 5W30 or Ravenol 0W30, Mobil1 Synthetic ATF Multi Vehicle (silver bottle/black label), Motorcraft 75W140 rear diff, Prestone or other pale yellow green universal coolant and some DOT4 and you’re golden! Don’t forget to lanolin coat the underside with Fluid Film or my favorite Blaster Surface Shield. This goes for all cars!

[@nathangregory_]

It looks like you have done a fantastic job building or fixing up your Maserati, and that deserves a massive pat on the back. But does this Maserati model really need a quicksilver exhaust package?

[@simoncosgrove4170]

Made me want to buy back my Maserati GT and take it there ! Great watch thanks

[@XclusiveAaron]

Love these videos, been too long!!

[@itsjoel]

@@XclusiveAaron thank you!

[@XclusiveAaron]

@@itsjoel Just finished watching, did not disappoint! Fantastic video, the car did amazing it's better on fuel than my 4.4L BMW!! Considering that engine your car has, it's bloody impressive!

[@danilonentertainment]

Great video! Reminds me of the 760Li🔥🔥🔥🔥🥳🥳🥳🥳🚀🚀🚀🚀🚀

[@redsidebiker]

I stand corrected Joel. Tidy job. I came out of Karousel sideways in the wrong direction, collected it (just) and said that next time Sabine could try to scare me. Sadly she's playing with the Greats, Misha could invite me, though!

[@Alistair-h8h]

Great video. Really enjoyed it 👍

[@itsjoel]

Thanks so much

[@shanenewport3575]

Sounds the absolute nuts! 👊🏼👊🏼

[@itsjoel]

@@shanenewport3575 the quicksilver exhaust completely changed it haha!

[@boneyard-glasshouse-walk]

great video, I've got the duo select model and agree with all you said

[@teanoblacklotus534]

MORE OF DISS, Plisssss!

[@dommo9056]

Having watched the video the next stop for me is Autotrader!

[@itsjoel]

@@dommo9056 good luck!

[@69spook]

Mr Toad at the wheel @ 17:04 😂

[@tonybrant4391]

You could have done easily done 140 mph to the garage on to the hogs back off the BVR or more easily from the Shepard and flock roundabout especially at the time In the morning,no need for German autobahn for a high speed run , not that I done that in a diesel,😊 it’s nice to get a coffee quick early in the morning 😂 but a great video and amazing fuel economy from that Ferrari engine car ,

[@led5762]

Lovely motor, love the nurburgring road films, keep safe.

[@BenB91]

The stickiness of the centre console could do with a refurb. Plenty of options to consider

[@arfaanalam1761]

I had a 2019 maserati granturismo mc stredale & i use to get 440 miles out of a full tank..which was around £110. & just to clarify, there was a very particular reason why I'd bought the mc stredale..so it was always driven like the mc stredale was designed to be driven

[@robertorr5222]

Great video Joel 👏👏👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TiptronicSS]

Yes, we will be hypermiling, at top speed!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 That's the way we roll!!! Ah, that was funny and very understandable 😂

[@jongregory-wood7737]

Lovely car Joel and another great video

[@69spook]

Great episode & presentation 👌

[@mentepazzza]

Great adventure! And what a car! Makes me want to buy one!

[@bestanimalshort]

Wonderful video, can't get enough!

[@markplenty2631]

I’ve driven on the German autobahn and it’s amazing!! I maxed out a 103hp Passat at 122mph /198km/h and was gutted couldn’t get to 200km.

[@cobra1010]

The Maserati Quattroporte is a fantastic car. The steering, the handling and the road holding is superbe. What I don't understand, has the engine been repaired? Has this cam shaft variator issue been sorted?

[@sainta2667]

Maserati's of that era are the best .. QP, 4200 , with the brilliant Ferrari engine, the 4.2 is the best.

[@stewartmowatt2337]

Very nice video love the the the car looks like the old mazarriti has soul ( Stewart from aylesbury )

[@rikkiesix]

What a video, very exciting.

[@ascarii25]

My next dream thatnI am working on. Well done

[@mrd64]

I enjoyed the video; you do like a car with a broken driver's window and sagging headlining! (Did I miss the episode where the issue with the seller and the engine were fixed?)

[@redsidebiker]

Not a chance! I did the 'Ring from South Wales in Dec 1994 in a 2.0 Granada Scorpio manual. We went via Belgium (flat out except around Brussels) with a smaller tank (75l) and refueled after our lap. The trip home wasn't as economical, but there was 500kg of wine in the car (including glass). Computer is probably Olivetti!

[@colinratcliffe4402]

I love these cars, was thinking of a Mercedes s55k but will deffo think about one of these Italian stallions now! 🇮🇹👍

[@bobrock704]

Enjoy Joel, realy enjoy, if I could, I would buy one, maybee in the future...someday

[@matthewwalters9176]

Great video, would love to do the same one day!

[@henrymouland02]

“Things you can do with your pants on, it’s up there” 😂 what a line Joel

[@itsjoel]

Thank you 😂😂😂

[@gazzzzza911]

Fucking fair play mate!! Stonking second lap

[@AdamH108TA]

Time to fire up the kettle and have a sit down!

[@riedwaangora917]

love my gts

[@colmoconnor1349]

Enjoyed that.....nice one.

[@itsjoel]

Thank you for watching

[@rossbethell4187]

So what you are saying is, if I drive like ms daisy I can man maths my way to getting rid of the old faithful 640d and swap it in for a Dadderatti?

[@fredgien]

Confess; you’re in love with it!

[@bos3489]

I just looked in my Maserati, i didnt even knew i could see my average on my radio/multimedia 🤣

[@cfdan_9531]

@itsjoel Hello mate 👋🏻 I dont live far away from you at all and just wanted to know how much your trip to the nurburgerring cost for you to get there and back as i really want to get there myself 😊

[@Breene17]

We go on euro roadtrips 4 or 5 times a year the best sign in the world is In germany the go for it sign haha