Owning a Maserati - Expectation vs Reality

In my life I've always known Maserati existed, that they made some seriously cool cars, but also that they weren't cars many people were really brave enough to own. They drink like fish, depreciate like crazy and break all the time.
Having now owned one, I figured it would be a good time to look back on my ownership experience and ask how the car met the "expectations" of exotic Italian cars.
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[@petyrkowalski9887]

I want one for that engine note alone.

[@ThomasDoubting5]

I don't blame you, its possibly the finest sounding of all road cars..

[@600zxr]

I have a 13' Granturismo Sport. It's worth it just for that sound.

[@peterlattimore6013]

Bought a QP5 GTS recently... Drove it up my favourite hill forgetting to turn sport mode on... Sound that comes from the exhaust is phenomenal even on sedate mode. Bargain buy and the appreciation from bystanders is awesome (no one is envious n despises you, they just love the looks n sound).

[@600zxr]

@Peter Lattimore my wife wanted a QP GTS real bad but changed her mind after driving our Granturismo, now she wants her own Granturismo. We still love both models!

[@petyrkowalski9887]

@@600zxr wonderful sound in those as well and they look gorgeous

[@postbodegt]

This engine produces one of the best sounds ever known to mankind

[@ApKieras]

So LFA doesn't count?

[@2013_Shox]

@@ApKieras he said one of the best, not the best, his comment didn't insult the LFA

[@BigUriel]

@@ApKieras I think it sounds better than the LFA. Much more melodic, the LFA is too waily, sounds like an F1 car which I guess some people love and it does sound great on a trackday but having an engine screaming in a high pitch when you're popping to the shops or cruising on the motorway would really get on my nerves after a while. This however I'd be revving up while stopped at a red light just to hear it sing.

[@jamesrobert4106]

@@BigUriel As V10s go, the Carrera GT has no peers.

[@BigUriel]

@@jamesrobert4106 Like the LFA, It suits the car. In a Maserati Quattroporte (or a Porsche Panamera for example) it would be completely out of place. Like Jay pointed out, lap times are pointless in a car like this, and so is making them sound like race cars. There is a reason why Maserati ditched the flat plane crank when they borrowed this engine from Ferrari.

[@tomgill8267]

I bought a 2007 Auto 4.2 in 2011 for £28k with 40k on the clock. I’ve still got it now at 90k and loved every minute. Servicing is reasonable, cheap even with an excellent local dependent. And contrary to some other comments here I’ve had NO corrosion, other than a small amount of bubbling just at the underside of the door mirrors. The auto box is super reliable as is the engine. Spare parts ARE expensive - front discs and pads will cost you £1500. And on a 1000 round trip to and from Goodwood - Edinburgh I averaged just under 30mpg. If you’re tempted pile in. Great car.

[@richbrake9910]

While in Goodwood, you could have bet the races, and possibly paid for your front discs and pads.

[@lyttonscott]

There’d something inherently gangsta/familia about those antiquated rear lights

[@marcuschambers5642]

Paired with the shirt 😁

[@Manu-Official]

Looks like a pimped up Rover 75.

[@robertharris7027]

24:36 I love this dramatic sound of the engine just before it is reved up. All in all it just sounds much better than the Ferrari versions.

[@peterlattimore6013]

Cross plane crank as apposed to a Ferrari flat plane crank.

[@markplumtree1605]

Hi JayEmm, loving your content! I bought a QP new in 2008. It was the 4.2l with a ZF box. I loved it for 10 years until the bills got too much , then for 3 years I started to get angry at the thing.The last 3 years cost me £15,000 in servicing and fixing faults. One fault was the alarm that turned itself on automatically after 30 seconds but didn't actually lock the doors. Foskers , then McGrath Maserati both failed to find the fault. I wish I had known about Sports Italia as both Foskers and McGrath had my eyes out for any work they did. I did roughly 42,000 miles in my 13 years. I took it to Le Mans and even to the Nurburgring (a very pleasing 9 minutes 10 secs lap, I did used to race a 1963 Ford Galaxie so the Maser handled like a dream compared to that) Michelin tyres are far superior to the Pirelli's in my opinion, I wish I had changed brands a lot earlier. The heated seats I had in the front were superb. The demisting as you say is a joke. My battery would go dead after only 2/3 days which was very frustrating until I bought a trickle charger for it. Keep up the good work.

[@peterlattimore6013]

Sounds like a rubber grommet was missing and not activating the alarm ?. Had it happen to me.. bonnet switch wasn't closing the circuit.

[@markplumtree1605]

@@peterlattimore6013 The so called experts spent hours trying to find a solution including obviously changing the unit.

[@peterlattimore6013]

@@markplumtree1605 bought a car for a bargain many years ago... the battery would be flat in 4-5 days, and all it was, was the bonnet/hood rubber grommet missing. There was a transmission leak from the solid pressure end pipe to a brittle rubber section also, but long story short, I grab bargains like this yearly... best problems I've solved are old transmission oil when viscosity lowers and the cars go into limp mode... The QP5 I bought was a Singapore import, and no one wanted it, for fear of dreaded gremlins... apart from sticky buttons, it's a brilliant example with 34,000ks on the clock.

[@markplumtree1605]

@@peterlattimore6013 I wouldn’t call it a bargain as I bought it brand new. To have so much rust underneath at the front and very leaky rear wheel arches at the back was very disappointing. As I said I loved it for ten years before the faults and bills mounted up. I drove it around town mostly so only averaged about 15mpg and that was driving it gently. It was once picked up by a driver from Joe Macari and he managed to race it back to their factory and achieve 7mpg. U.K. car tax is also nearly £600.00 which isn’t ideal. One of the other reasons I sold it was because of all the speed humps in my area, very tedious!

[@visionist7]

@@markplumtree1605 that's not bad tax compared to its native Italy. Any car above 250bhp pays a "Supertax" on top of normal tax for every KW above that power. For a new QP the total tax would be about 3500 Euros a year. The Supertax is gradually reduced as the car reaches 5, 10, 20 years old etc, but it's still managed to basically destroy the performance car market in Italy. Whoever came up with it should be bayoneted.

[@presidentNMK]

Had a 2011 QPS 4,7. No issues at all. Great car, great value, no hassle. A bit too small luggage compartment, but all in all, great.

[@JJC991]

Right on man I have the 09 s 4.7, beautiful amazing cars, I've had mine for 4 years with no out of the ordinary issues

[@ThorburnJ]

The thing that always sticks in my mind about Maserati is when I worked in a Shell station and one of our very regular customers had a 3200, which looked rather lovely. He CONSTANTLY came in and complained about it a bit broken in a wide range of different ways whenever I asked about it. Replaced it with a 4200 though, so must have got under his skin somewhat, and he loved that one.

[@ChrisNF]

I’ve had my Grantursmo for nearly 2 years, looks and sounds fantastic. No regrets and have had no issues. Love every journey in it .

[@YourExcellency]

Is it true that you must bring your Maserati into the dealer only fir service/repairs? Can you buy parts and accessories online or only from dealer?

[@ChrisNF]

Parts can be purchased from Scudaria UK, Amazon and EBay, not every mechanic will look after a Maserati but lots will.

[@YourExcellency]

@@ChrisNF what do you know about the reliability of he 2013 quattroporte and the 2014 quattroporte? I’m considering buying in the Fall but I read some reviews about the 2014 model causing headaches

[@TheMrFishnDucks]

Awesome car. I always wanted a Quatroporte as a youth. Nice video. Keep up the good work.

[@jeremyepstein7977]

I owned a Sport GT S that I recently sold. There were indeed a lot of Italian quirks and little issues here and there but overall I absolutely loved it. The sound, the sound, the sound.

[@preownedram1007]

don't sell it then, you will regret it

[@philippedeclauzadedemazieu195]

The expression at the beginning. No words say a thousand words. Just brilliant intro.

[@briany1957]

I am driving my 4th Maser right now. I've had 03' Spyder, '05 QP Executive, '18 Ghibli SQ4 and now '21 Ghibli S GranSport. I have never had problems with my cars... Yes. Depreciation is stiff but the joy you have with Maser can be definitely worth it.

[@AdrianLeggettUK]

Which is your favourite?

[@briany1957]

@@AdrianLeggettUK I loved the spyder. By back then, both QP and Spyders shared the same engine. F-1 Clutch was the huge issue as it got hot easily and would slip and replacement was pretty expensive. F-1 pump as well... I modified my QP with straight pipes and sounded the best. After current car, I am thinking about going back to QP. Ghiblis will not be produced anymore as Gracale will replace them. The only sedan Maser will have is QP. I am keeping my eyes on Trofeo...

[@AdrianLeggettUK]

@@briany1957 nice. I love my QP but spending a lot on it. I too replaced the F1 pump. Not nice when it goes as you are literally stranded. Due a clutch soon but it has done well.

[@charlesmintus3063]

I do like your critical analysis and perspective thanks.

[@yeahno....]

They are 6’4” wide which gives you 1” either side on a London width restriction, the one on Hammersmith bridge I loved to take at an illegal speed and never hit the mirrors, had mine for 8 years and love it, and the button thing I got over after a month, the noise and punch I still have yet to

[@yeahno....]

You are right about the numbers in the U.K., it’s about 107 4.7s and 46 2008 4.2s

[@grahamrock3942]

Having inherited my late Dad's Quattroporte, back in 2010, needless to confirm the issues you have experienced are ALL justified. I do not play GOLF so the Boot was just fine, the Ferrari inspired 4.7ltr power train was a joy to enjoy, (but at 12/15mpg a living nightmare)....did I experience any problems, NOT ONE...not one problem for the 3 years I had the pleasure of owning and enjoying this outstanding Vehicle. Fully agree with your observations on the Heating/Air conditioning...this issue alone was NEVER resolved. Sadly the "MAS" had to go, but if time and providence allow perhaps before I reach my "dotage" another would be seriously considered. Loved the fact that I could drive this onto my local Supermarket carpark, (with 2 very large Willow Trees, full of Nesting ROOKS), Rev the Engine and dissappear before the Parked Cars were covered in Rook C**p....joyous times...G.A.R.

[@lorenzobrusasco3132]

Wonderful review as always !! Delighted to hear it has been so reliable ,long may it last !!. Myself, being Italian and therefore ,somewhat biased , I still believe that this could be the most charismatic , best looking and sounding , 4 door sedan of that era . Having retired from the rugby fraternity and , ahem ... , become a "larger" chap , I am glad that it has those seats , with little bolstering :) . Looking forward to more reviews from you , Grazie !!

[@callytheblueparakeet]

A very fair and accurate review - the seats offer no support whatsoever, and I suspect you didn't have the TPMS option checked which is a good thing... they're a nuisance. But all those things rapidly melt away when you hear that soundtrack in sport mode... it's magnificent and the harder you push it, the better it sounds. BTW - Michelin Pilot Sport 4S is the best rubber for these, widely accepted that P-Zeros on this car don't perform well in the UK.

[@lolkevandewitte1713]

As a Ghibli driver I can say you’re spot on on the tyres

[@lolkevandewitte1713]

The opening is briljant…. As a Maserati-driver I can tell you: loose the Pzero’s! Buy Michelin Ps4s; you can thank me later😎 (great review, btw!!)

[@andywilson4832]

I have owned a granturismo sport 2014 for nearly a year now and done about 4000 miles so far with no issues. Nice cars

[@mat9516]

Beautiful car (hasn't dated) - character - nicely gangster - sounds amazing. Don't see many on the roads.

[@kevincockburn7805]

Cross plane crank, rather than the flat plane crank, which then causes the exhaust note to sound different. The cross plane giving the more American V8 style sound.

[@apostolis2939]

It really is one of my all time favourite cars, i hope it keeps serving you well and you keep enjoying it for a long time because what else is there from that brand thats better? Pitty about the seats since these are trimmed in alcantara so they are the grippiest setup they made, my only suggestion would be for you to start wearing corderoy pants and jackets to increase the friction coefficient, but that would compromise your trademark look and we don't want that...

[@georgegeoghegan7711]

I enjoyed your comments on the Quatroporte. I own a 2009 Maserati Granturismo S with the 4 liter engine. I love driving it but it only has 30,000 miles on it. It is still gorgeous and runs great. I always drive in manual mode.

[@TMKuro]

Hey George, There never was a 4 liter Granturismo. The base model has 4.2l, the S is s 4.7l.

[@Vinttro]

Brilliant video as always James, you just keep getting better and better. P.s this exhaust note is simply like an orchestra. 👌🏼 Vint-tro

[@cobra1010]

This is a great car and it is a big pleasure to drive! I own one of these unpopular Duo-Select versions, but I love it anyhow. With the right attitude these cars will provide a lot of joy! And the design and the interior is just beautiful and stylish. I just love it!

[@jjbrown396]

I need one of these in my driveway... I will never grow tiered of that exhaust note.

[@lovecars22]

After so many years still nothing can surpass the sound of the engine in that price range. In a Drive Tribe interview with Jeremy Clarkson passes Maserati while JK sits in a coffee bar. His reaction is priclees.

[@seeratlasdtyria4584]

Years ago, I owned a Mas..Most expensive, but also most *fun* /satisfying auto I've ever driven. Period. :)

[@AdrianLeggettUK]

Second that. I’ve never spent so much on a car parts before.

[@supersecularboypants]

Jay, I just want to say that you own my dream car. I knew the ZF Quattroporte was a hidden gem for about 8 years now. A better looking Gran Turismo with 4 doors. The soul this car has is a thing the E63 and M5 owners will never get to experience. I had a chance to drive in an Awards edition of this car last month! I'm more in love with it than ever. I'm really happy you enjoy the car

[@bighes100]

The Gran Turismo looks far better are u mad ?

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Thankyou! It is a gorgeous car

[@JoseRodriguez-ey7ju]

@@bighes100 agreed the gran turismo looks better but this car is very nice too

[@supersecularboypants]

@@bighes100 I guess I'm in the minority here.

[@Corvolet5]

Can't really compare this to an M5 or E63 because they'd walk it in every aspect. Even reliability.

[@SameShipDifferentDay]

Just bought a 2013 Granturismo Sport. Already booked in at Sports Italia and cannot wait to get it on the B roads this summer. I’ll drop you an email nearer the time to see if you’re interested in taking it out

[@AdrianLeggettUK]

That’s a great car

[@Rhowhat]

This and the E46 are the most beautiful modern saloons made. I have to admit I never even considered one due to the reputation they have. I'll have it in proper old man spec please, maroon/purple with tan interior. Thank you very much.

[@christiantava442]

Its elegance makes it timeless

[@michaelnaughton1393]

Interesting and honest review. I had the loan of one and found it to be a total ball of confusion. Appalling auto box but sublime engine. Beautiful looking interior - yet compromised and uncomfortable. Elegant bodywork - yet Corrosion abounds. I was still sad when returning it having been entranced and captivated by the sound of that engine. Glad I didn't own it but so pleased to have experienced it

[@henryhol8538]

I was looking forward to this! Thanks for sharing your ownership with us. My opinion of Maserati? Mainly through rose tinted glasses at the early cars, the A6G, the Mistral and the Ghibli coupe of the early 70s amongst others. It good to see that recent Masers can match up with its decendants.

[@henryshu6265]

I've been liking the Quattroporte since I was 10, however, as I know more about big sedans, I think I'll get a W221 S500L if I can afford one, because I think a relaxing drive, a strong engine and a supple ride with okay handing is what I actually want a big luxury sedan to be, maybe that's because I've become more sophisticated after these 11 years

[@joshleivers682]

The best looking 4 door ever made. Why have the Granturismo when you could have this! The best of Maserati 👌

[@ComeJesusChrist]

Well done for your comment about Top Gear and others taking these on the track as part of ‘testing’! Great review, as usual! By the way, my E320 CDI estate is not doing well, but come and test my stylish black/tan leather Collezione 147 whenever you you become desperate to test something with 120bhp!

[@tmservices]

Great video - we had a 4.2 ZF for 2.5 years when we had our first child (well you need a sensible car right??) and loved every minute of it. Weirdly it was incredible in the snow we had a few years back - ice mode on the gearbox was very gentle and the tyres I had seemed to give me plenty of grip - certainly much more than an E class I saw slapping off the curb on the hill I was driving down. We had the boot issue - in the long term you probably need a new release motor but if you get stuck this video may save your life kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWOnpmSrrsh4fqc (no I definitely didn’t accidentally lock my only working key on the boot when our remote release stopped working…) Unfortunately the variators caught up with it in the end and it had to turn in to a 535d but miss it every time!

[@riccello]

I own a 2013 S model. Same engine, but the sound was too subtle. Did a resonator delete. Spent a little bit of money and its in good shape. That said, I absolutely love it! Best car ever made!

[@jamescunningham1774]

I'm also sick of the more power, more than 180mph, lower and lower 0-60 dashes. It's almost an irrelevance. You're right, feel is much more important. 👍🏻👏🏻

[@420Ard]

I have owned a 1986 420 Biturbo for 8 years and loved it. Only used it as a second car, apart from a few weeks per year in summer. Bought it as a first owner car from a dealership in Italy, where it had been sitting in a warehouse for 12 years. 43.000 Kms on the clock at the time, it still looked and smelled new! I specifically went for the most basic Maserati there is: no electronic injection, no electronic ride adjustment, no intercoolers, no ABS, no power steering, a single exhaust and quite regular size tyres. It did have airconditioning, which was basically all I needed. It was dead cheap when I bought it, invested the same amount again to get it on the road and drove about 10.000 kms over 8 years without any problems worth mentioning. I remember vividly how it was about the most trustworthy and reliable car during a track event with the Maserati club. :D

[@nervo6321]

1. I want one. 2. Sounds fabulous. 3. Great review.

[@chriswalford9228]

21 secs in...... which is louder or more beautiful exhaust note or shirt there's a pause from JayEmm as even he's not sure

[@JayEmmOnCars]

It's true

[@RG-yn9rw]

Great review Jay. I have the 2009 GTS and I absolutely love it. It is weird how these cars seem to have got this love hate relationship, but you explain that beautifully. The only issue I have had with mine, is that sometimes the steering just seems to disappear for probably 3 seconds, like switching the lights off and back on, just longf enough for you to notice but, thankfully, not long enough to cause a problem. First time on your channel, well impressed and look forward to seeing more.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Thankyou, welcome!

[@Tracertme]

I had a 07 Gransport, for 8 years it never let me down , put a full Larini back exhaust on it and it was wonderful. It was the 4.2 dry sump version of your engine. Yes the odd electrical gremlin which was cured by a restart and all lights cleared. Very practical really… during that sweet spot period when Ferrari were running the show, I sold it the minute I knew all the current crop and shape were coming out to take the brand down to 5 series BMW territory. They have been an absolute disaster for brand and just as a car really. Such a shame to see a brand with more history than even Ferrari get trashed.

[@vincentcheng7313]

Levante Trofeo owner for 1 year love it! The sounds the looks the ride the leather 👍

[@benzinapaul7416]

I love them I just wished they'd reduce the parts price for older cars, that's the killer and it harms the residuals. From 2004 to 2017 I had 2 x 3200 GTs, a QP 4.2 GT and 2 x 4200 GTs and prob covered over 50k miles in them in total. Apart from the main power cable to the alternator chafing on the head casting on a 4200 GT and nearly setting the car on fire after stranding me, they never failed to get me from A to B. Servicing isn't ruinous but if any part is required that is unique to Maserati it costs a bloody fortune and takes about 2 weeks to arrive.

[@troystcyr3771]

Yup, scuderia car parts becomes your best friend 😂

[@callytheblueparakeet]

That’s if the parts in question are still available to order… :(

[@greathey1234]

My neighbours have one of these and I dread them coming late at night because they disturb my sleep

[@AdrianLeggettUK]

My neighbours hate me too

[@IansUToob57]

You're a great alternative to Top Gear for genuinely useful information! Thank you!

[@brianhoefer7148]

0:49 I know Burt Reynolds Drove one in the original The Longest Yard. Long live The Bandit!

[@roymoorman5990]

12:45 - 12:55 Love how spring comes real early this year :-D

[@Andri.Prokopenko]

This thing just looks astonishing. Especially that curve from rear side window to the trunk lid. Never seen one of these and even heard, which is far more important

[@sradical8136]

Great video Jay. Great to see your real world use instead of just the 30 minute drive and judgement. I had a sport gt for about 2 years and loved it. Sold it with 70k miles and had no issues. Since then I had 2 ghiblis and now have a qp6 S and a levante S for my wife. Love them both. The qp6 is not quite as special as the qp5 but for daily use I can't think of anything better. Same with the levante, went from a porsche macan s and never looked back. The itialian cars have way more charm and personality!!

[@danielsvendsen3761]

I am an apprentice mechanic working on these cars everyday and love working on them. Especially a fan of the 4.2 Quattroporte and Gran Turismo S

[@peteydynamite8794]

You have immense job security as a Maserati mechanic. Nice to be working on decent stuff instead of mk7 Fiestas

[@AdrianLeggettUK]

@@lukemallory7832 I’ve got a 2006 QP with the F1 and it’s awesome. If your handy with the tools you can save a small fortune. Clutch is pricey but drive it manual and sport mode and you’ll be good. 76K miles on mine with original clutch.

[@AdrianLeggettUK]

@@peteydynamite8794 agreed.

[@AdrianLeggettUK]

Nice one. I bet that’s great.

[@niktopore7734]

@@AdrianLeggettUK I found a 2005 QP with the f1 clutch for like 10k euros with less than 100.000 miles. The guy said he changed the clutch last year. You think its a good deal? Should i get it? My biggest fear was the clutch

[@duncanajpv8]

Cross plane crank not exhaust! God I love this car though, most beautiful saloon car ever?

[@Ella_Weirdly_Wonderful_World]

What do we know about Maserati... well, the inspiration for the Maserati trident, is from a fountain in Bologna... a GranTurismo is expensive to fill up (about £125 from yellow light to full)... gets approx. 20mpg if driven by a saint, but expect to mostly see about 16mpg in every day use... it's loud, and getting in and starting the engine never gets boring... people stop you to talk about it (whether that's at the petrol station, in traffic, doing the school run)... the noise is addictive... and shifting from manual to auto (particularly when in 'sport' mode) is a lot of fun and the car mostly then sounds like God shouting....

[@randomsurfer3963]

Finally the review I was waiting for. Thank you. I personally would also like to see a review of a modern (ish) attainable Ferrari, the Scaglietti 612. Not a good looker but great value for money and rather practical..with a great soundtrack.

[@Tential1]

I wouldn't. Stop promoting it. We're only pushing the price up. 😂😂😂

[@randomsurfer3963]

@@Tential1 Hopefully he will review it , not like it at all and the prices will crash..:P

[@JayEmmOnCars]

I'm working on it....

[@visionist7]

The 612 is a big car. Big presence parked up

[@jonnywalker3208]

Helpful as my mrs really wants one of these ... also she wants one after 3 years of owning a 1.3 2014 yaris and she's never driven anything faster (bigger yes we had an Smax) haha I'm scared for her!

[@visionist7]

Do it

[@AdrianLeggettUK]

Give it a go!

[@charlieryan1736]

Thanks for making this informative and interesting Maserati video

[@jacekmarczyk4436]

Mine never ever breaks down. Amazingly engineered.

[@GentilsGarage]

Great review and I love these ownership reviews. To sum it up, I would have one too.

[@watchfan6180]

Pearl acoustics thoughts??? The Maserati is a legend bad ass 8.5/10 £40 k for good one is a bargain, miles per smile bargain. The sound it makes is bad ass and unique

[@johngleadall6522]

I've got a 2.4 quattroporti v8 and your comment the engine is a bit harsh I've no trouble its automatic. Not at all troublesome. Its 2 years owning no trouble whatsoever

[@josedealbuquerquejr.941]

I had 3 Masers, all of them very good cars, specially the GranTurismo, a truly driver’s car that looks and sounds amazing. And yes, they’re pretty reliable

[@Theo-vm4or]

Liking the new intro Jay

[@peteriuliano5846]

LOVE Maseratis

[@marcelloporto4728]

Still a design which is the epitome of what a four door saloon could be. Nothing yet to match it, not even the latest QP itself. The sound..The sound!!

[@davidshaw3291]

Hi my 3200gta will match it any day for sound and performance

[@fredmorrison2635]

The surprise here is how much like the Disco Volante that Clarkson drove (with the same engine) the Maserati sounds. All that's missing are the occasional burble with pops from the exhaust. I believe the Alfas are million dollar cars.

[@lolkevandewitte1713]

The Disco Volante was based on the Alfa 8c, which was based on the Maserati GT, with the 4.7 engine that’s in this QP….

[@petardenchev75]

The moment after 20:38 and the downshift and the sound! I am really jealous of you. That car is a feast for the senses :)

[@mattevans4377]

Imagine if this has become a popular type of car over 'sporty' SUVs like the Cayenne and Urus.....

[@CJM1able]

I do love these cars! Flawed but lovable. Also, I’ve noticed your tridents are missing off the rear pillars just incase you hadn’t!

[@TheLuisg92]

I wouldn't give a damn about reliability, running cost or depreciation, the looks and noise are worth suffering for.

[@trevorastley1727]

It,s hard to get my head around how Pretty this car is for it,s size. Italian.s make the Prettiest cars ever.

[@elnino7822]

Probably one of the best exhaust notes out there

[@kobrakaimusicofficial6451]

Whenever I see one (which, admittedly isn’t often in Oz), I always wait for that glorious engine note trailing behind. So sexy.

[@DeeYarEss]

I've been very seriously investigating one of these in the US as a replacement for my XJ8. I like big sedans (A8l 4.2l in my past also) and this seems like it would be the ticket. I think they sold much better in the US, but depreciated just as horribly.

[@cousinjames9660]

I’ve had 2 X 2012 Granturismo S’s and they’ve never broken. The Pirelli tyres are rubbish. Michelin PS4’s transform the handling, grip and tyre wear.

[@Mike7O7O]

You're talking absolute b@lls about the 4.2 engine. It loves to rev. Is a joy to listen to and is uber reliable. I've owned a 4.2 Granturismo for five years and it's the most reliable and most enjoyable car I've owned, in 35 years of driving. I rarely drive like my hairs on fire and we don't have autobahns, so how often have I missed the extra 40hp of the 4.7? Never. Not once. Zip. Zilch.

[@carpediem8512]

You’ll regret selling it James. The best looking and sounding sports saloon ever. I think the guilia QF may be the ultimate sports saloon overall, but doesn’t quite have the feel good exotic factor of the QP. With Ferrari soon to announce their family 4 door SUV for god knows how much, 250k?, these fill the exotic family 4 door vehicle in a so much cooler way. It’s basically a Ferrari saloon anyway of course being from the montezemelo(?) era. And there are actually only 60 or so 4.7 sport GT S in the uk. I think your 150ish is total number of facelift 4.7’s, including the ‘S’ and the ‘sport GT S’ combined. And also, the earlier, pre facelift, 2008 4.2 sport GT S (a different model from the sport GT, very confusing) was also a ZF auto, not a duoselect. Nice review though, mine has always been on PS4S so can’t comment on the pirellis, but mine isn’t twitchy/tramliney(?) as you notice on yours.

[@Deetroiter]

Cars, motorcycles, etc...the Italians KNOW how to make an exhaust note. Good Lord...My Moto Guzzi motorbike has an exhaust note from the heavens, just as this Maserati does. I feel like any Italian brand is one of those things that many people have HEARD things about and they usually have a negative opinion of them. But, the people who actually buy an Italian brand, they are pretty much hooked for life. There's just something damn special about them. Sexy looking (usually), driving experience is enjoyable and masculine, etc.

[@jgtemperton]

January last year, I had a Quattroporte 4.7 GTS ZF for about 4 months. Same year as this but burgundy red interior. I'm sure mine had quad tail pipes. It was a lovely thing. Parked in Sainsburys once and a young lad came up to me and said that is the most beautiful car I have ever seen. Optioned out the car originally sold for £109,000. Cost me £15,000 with 51,000 on the clock in superb nick. How mad is that! Mind you that was before the prices went north. Watch for sticky buttons. Mine looked fine, but were quite tacky. Oh and watch for sub frame rot, especially in the corners. Although not the fastest thing I've ever owned, the exhaust note is something I'd never tire of. I sold it because it was only ever a bucket list car. Someone else can deal with the servicing.

[@bassface8580]

Jay man I discovered your channel about 2 years ago and I just have to say its very easily earned its place in my must watch list. Every upload I am there now lol. Excellent quality content. I'm 33 and so I'm probably of the same age group so sometimes you say about the gran turismo days of the old playstations etc. I can relate. Only thing is I don't drive! I've been obsessed with cars from an early age and love racing games and go karting but now finally this year I shall learn to drive. Verrry much looking forward to it! :D

[@JayEmmOnCars]

I hope it turns out to be everything you wanted!

[@bassface8580]

@@JayEmmOnCars the legend himself has graced me with a comment! I'm sure it will my friend! Much love from Belfast dude.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

@@bassface8580 bless you my child

[@bassface8580]

@@JayEmmOnCars hahaha

[@alanaldpal950]

I was going to buy a Maserati that did 185, but I lost my license so ….. now I don’t drive.😎

[@imceuropeb.v.jonker6826]

Great review, thank you. Seems that prices for 2009 up to 2011 models are increasing, becoming a collectors item?

[@sebmanes1401]

Best saloon experience and design ever made

[@jayjohnson3732]

Great review, be sure to thank the owner! Seriously, if you haven't seen it, watch the review of this car on Hagerty Revelations. The title says that it is "Scientifically proven to be an aphrodisiac". Seriously. They measured testosterone levels of men AND women after hearing this car. Listening to you talk, I find it hard to imagine you finding a replacement people mover that you will enjoy as much as this gorgeous piece of Italia. For perspective, I own (and genuinely LOVE) a 987 Boxster S, and a Model 3 Performance. Whenever you show this car, I STILL wind up going to Autotrader, and drooling a little.

[@benzinapaul7416]

I actually preferred my 4.2 GT duoselect to a 4.2 ZF I drove, in the same way I prefer the Gran Turismo S with the the MC shift to the Auto, just felt more sporty

[@jamesrobert4106]

Any horror stories? I would appreciate a real world owner perspective. Did you only use it as a manual? Apparently they eat clutches if used in auto mode. Also the variator issue is referred to a lot. I have ALWAYS wanted one, but get constantly put off by reviewers.

[@jordanplatt3916]

Always kept an eye on the earlier duo select quattroporte's on auto trader but don't think I'd ever take the plunge 😅

[@jamesrobert4106]

@@jordanplatt3916 They are attainable, with a big question mark. The 996 is the same. Unfortunately most of us cannot fund our way into late model, warranty covered versions.

[@satsumagt5284]

Gear ratios are also far better in DuoSelect cars, as the spacing is smaller

[@kristofferothman9873]

The 4.2 Sport GT late 2007, DuoSelect i have is 👌🏻. Even auto function in the latest version is 👍🏻

[@chrise2329]

These are spectacular, a great looking car with that engine.

[@miketyper]

They were a great manufacturer of racinv cars. They pulled out of the USA for awhile. They do break as you said.

[@TheBS80]

In 2004, I tested the Quattroporte with cambiocorsa gearbox and it was a no go for me. In 2011, I tested the Sport GTS and I fell in love instantly. I bought it in grigio granito with full leather seats (dark brown, most of the GTS cars have the alcantara option). I've never had any problem with it. A few years later I traded it in for a GranTurismo S which I sold in 2018. The newer Maserati are not my cup of tea anymore. The QP trofeo is much better than the pre-facelift QP VI, but for me it's missing the elegance and nonchalance of the V Generation. And well, let's better not talk about the sound... James, it needs Michelin Pilot Sport tires. I live in Northern Germany, P Zeros are best at constantly high temperatures. They don't do it in our climate conditions.

[@Cavallino69]

With zero plans to do so, I bought one of these yesterday...and I blame you. So one popped up for sale 2 miles from me with 33K miles. Bought it on the spot. I think it's a great stablemate for my 458. Thanks for the great vids Jay!

[@computerhelpcc]

Awesome sound capture vs inadequate sound for your Lexus GSF review. These QP sound good as they pass by. If I let go of my GSF, yes, I’d be looking at QP where existing Mas mechanic knew car and approved as daily for enthusiast.

[@live4yourself_]

I bought a 2018 Ghibli S Q4 and absolutely love it. Have had no issues at all but i also have a bumper to bumper warranty so the "break downs" don't really matter to me.

[@catapfract]

Awesome sound for sure...great vid

[@skipijs5316]

2003 to 2011 directly overlaps with e60 m5 tho. When this went out of production, f10 started production, so not fair to compare them (obviously m5 f10 is much better)

[@peterlemonjello1626]

Great review 👍

[@BillWoodillustrator]

I just can’t my eyes off his superhero jacket.

[@damienhowell3727]

I've always found masarati to be a kinda hybrid love child between an alfa romeo and a ferrari hmm? Probably the reason why they get the rights to real ferrari engines just as alfa does even if they change the name truly exceptional I think they are awesome