Maserati GranTurismo (07 on) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
Last Updated: 23 March 2009
More than 60 years ago, the idea of slotting a racing car engine under the bonnet of a road-going model led Maserati to create its first GranTurismo model. The dream and the name have lived on through the years and the latest rendition - another masterpiece of design from Pininfarina - won instant acclaim when it was launched at the end of 2007. It is hardly surprising that this GranTurismo has customers queuing around the world. Arguably the most attractive car of its kind currently available, it oozes the opulence and feel of a thoroughbred and presents stiff opposition to the evergreen Porsche 911 and the revitalized Jaguar XKR. With 433bhp available from its 4.7-litre V8, performance is exhilarating.
4.5 out of 5

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Buying new

A restricted supply means customers will pay list price for the exclusivity of owning a Gran Turismo. There are only 16 dealers in the UK so you may have to travel to buy one - and bear this in mind when it's time for servicing. On the plus side you will be getting a very rare and exotic sports car, but there will be a waiting list.

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Buying used

This is the model credited with boosting the image of Maserati, so used examples are likely to be in short supply and won't be cheap. A full service history is absolutely essential (few cars are unlikely not to come with this) and avoid any imported or left hand drive cars.

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Selling

As a relatively rare used car, the GranTurismo seems likely to have higher than average retained value, although a meticulous service record is essential for the best price. Advertising or selling through a specialist high performance or Italian sports car dealer is worth considering.