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Maserati Quattroporte S: luxury sport sedan with more thrilling performance and customization options

Posted by R Passione on Thursday, June 14, 2012, In : Cars 
The Ferrari 4.7 liter V8 engine boasted in the new Maserati Quattroporte S produces 425 hp and pushes the car to a top speed of 174 mph and a 0 – 60 mph acceleration in 5.3 seconds to guarantee this sensational sedan exceptional handling, balance and performance. Fluid gear changes and high performance result indeed in a drive that is both captivating and enjoyable.

The interiors are equipped with Poltrona Frau leather, prestigious wood and superb craftsmanship making the on board experience...
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New Maserati GranTurismo Sport: technical specifications

Posted by R Passione on Tuesday, June 12, 2012, In : Cars 
The new Maserati GranTurismo Sport conveys an overall elegant restyling and, at the same time, stresses its sporty nature and enhanced performances. The front bumper has been redesigned to optimize the front air flows for breaks cooling and engine whether the innovative profile frames the new headlights with DRL Led technology. The GranTurismo Sport rear is characterized by new taillights in a more aggressive yet elegant darker tone. The interiors also feature new elements such as completely ...
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Maserati MC Sport Line & Carbon Fiber Accessories

Posted by R Passione on Saturday, May 12, 2012, In : Cars 
Maserati owners can now take advantage of exclusive individual upgrades from the MC Sport Line accessories available at Authorized Maserati Dealers such as Maserati Beverly Hills. Developed by designers at the Maserati Styling Center in Modena in collaboration with engineers from the Maserati Corse Racing Team thanks to their expertise with the carbon fiber components, the “MC Sport Line” is ideal for customers who desire advanced technical solutions to enhance their driving experience an...
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Maserati GranTurismo Sport: Engine, Technology and safety

Posted by R Passione on Thursday, May 10, 2012, In : Cars 
Maserati has recently launched the GranTurismo Sport, its new two door coupe with increased performance and elegant sporty restyling. The new Maserati GranTurismo Sport’s engine is sporty and responds immediately when pushing the accelerator pedal. The engine is in fact flexible enough to modify its responses based on current conditions: well-behaved in urban settings to dynamic and powerful on the open road. If the driver selects the ‘Sport’ button, then the exhaust valves open up, the...
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Maserati Quattroporte: Technology, Transmission, Chassis and suspension

Posted by R Passione on Wednesday, April 11, 2012, In : Cars 
The Maserati Quattroporte gives the Trident luxury sport sedan thrilling performance and superior comfort.

The eight-cylinder 4,244 cc 90V° engine delivers its power in a specially designed way to provide the maximum on-board comfort and smooth gear changes without scarifying superior performance typical of each Maserati model. The torque curve reaches its peak at 339 lb-ft at 4,750 rpm whether the Quattroporte performance is among the best in the luxury sedan category reaching 405 bhp power ...
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Maserati GranTurismo Sport world unveiling at 2012 Geneva Auto Show

Posted by R Passione on Monday, April 9, 2012, In : Cars 
Maserati launched the GranTurismo Sport, its new two door coupe with increased performance and elegant sporty restyling, at the 2012 International Geneva Auto Show. The new Maserati has been developed to satisfy the Trident’s most demanding clients and has a great personality thanks to its unbeatable style, dynamism, comfort and safety. The GranTurismo Sport is top of its class in performance and look: it features an innovative and functionally designed front bumper, new headlights with DRL...
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Maserati Quattroporte: Comfort, Emotion and Technology

Posted by R Passione on Thursday, March 15, 2012, In : Cars 
The new Maserati Quattroporte S model gives the Trident luxury sport sedan even more thrilling performance.

Poltrona Frau® leather, prestigious woods and superb craftsmanship make life on board the Quattroporte S truly enjoyable. Owners have the chance to choose from a vast range of personalization options to reflect their unique personality, style and taste. Pininfarina’s exterior styling and the most advanced technology employed in the Quattroporte S work in harmony to give the car its ve...
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Maserati GranTurismo MC on the podium for Robb Report 2012 Car of the Year

Posted by R Passione on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, In : Cars 
The new Maserati GranTurismo MC is on the podium in the recent Robb Report’s 19th annual “Car of the Year”. Second only to the Lamborghini Aventador (with a MRSP of $387,000), the Maserati MC topped a significant list of competitors from across the industry including: Aston Martin VirageVolante, Bentley Continental GTC, Audi A7, Jaguar XKR-S, Mercedes Benz SLS AMG Roadster and CLS 63 AMG, BMW 650i Convertible, among others.

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North America Premiere for Maserati Kubang, the new company SUV concept

Posted by R Passione on Wednesday, February 15, 2012, In : Cars 
Maserati officially unveiled the latest Maserati Kubang sport luxury SUV concept at the 2012 North American International Auto Show that was recently held in Detroit. With the Kubang concept, the Trident marque aims to enhance the strengths and the modern lines of Maserati which aims to offer an Italian alternative to one of the most competitive segments in the market. Maserati aims to build the future sport luxury SUX in North America, which represents a relevant step in the future of the Ma...
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Maserati MC: race inspired luxury

Posted by R Passione on Monday, February 13, 2012, In : Cars 
The new GranTurismo MC is the pinnacle of the Maserati range and represents the ultimate quintessence of the Trident marque heritage in creating road and track cars for nearly over a century. The new Maserati GranTurismo MC is a road car with authentic racing DNA, a unique car with the GranTurismo inimitable style, performance and comfort which also embraces the heritage of Maserati Corse, the Trident racing department. With a limited production of only 250 GranTurismo MC for the North Americ...
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2012 Maserati GranTurismo S: focus on Maserati performance and technology

Posted by R Passione on Tuesday, January 17, 2012, In : Cars 
The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo S is one of the sportier Maserati Coupe ever built by the Trident automobile marque and it has been developed for the true driving enthusiasts wishing a distinctive car that is both thrilling to drive and stylish.

The GranTurismo S is powered by a Ferrari 4.7 liter V90 ° eight cylinders engine which generates 433 bhp at 7,600 rpm and gives the car superb performance, responsiveness and personality.  Maximum torque is 361 lb-ft at 4,750 rpm. The deep and full soun...
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2012 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible: available at Maserati Beverly Hills, a leading Factory Authorized Maserati dealer

Posted by R Passione on Friday, January 13, 2012, In : Cars 
Maserati Convertible line up for 2012 will add the GranTurismo Convertible Sport together the regular GranTurismo Convertible. Powered by a 90° 4.7 liters eight cylinder engine, the GT Convertible Sport is capable of 444 bhp with a maximum speed of 177 mph and an 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 5 seconds.

The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible is the only cabriolet in its class to seat four adults in full comfort in a uniquely designed and stylish cabin. The chassis was developed by Maserati engine...
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2012 Maserati Quattroporte Sport GTS: standard equipment

Posted by R Passione on Monday, December 19, 2011, In : Cars 
The Quattroporte Sport GTS is the Maserati luxury sport sedan offering sport performances without compromising the style, elegance and craftsmanship typical of the Trident automobiles. The car featuresthe MC-Auto shift software package for racing-style control of gear changes. Its 4.7 Ferrari engine delivers 440 HP at 7,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 490 Nm at 4,750 rpm setting the car performance to unprecedented levels. With 49% weight distributed in the front and 51% in the rear, the Qua...
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2012 Maserati models line-up

Posted by R Passione on Thursday, December 15, 2011, In : Cars 
2012 Maserati models see the introduction of the new GranTurismo MC, the ultimate road car with authentic racing genes as well as the GranTurismo Convertible Sport, the perfect choice for those looking for a sports-car handling with a top-down driving experience.  Boosted with the Trident’s superb V8, 4.7-liter engine, the GranTurismo Convertible Sport delivers 444 hp and it features the Sporty Skyhook adaptive suspension system to provide superior handling. The MC auto shift transmission m...
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2012 Maserati Quattroporte S: technology & standard equipment

Posted by R Passione on Tuesday, November 15, 2011, In : Cars 
The Maserati Quattroporte S is a luxury sport sedan offering uncompromising performance, unique style and craftsmanship. The car features a Ferrari 4.7 liter V8 engine which highly contributes to provide this sensational sedan superior handling and balance: such engine in fact ensures fluid and rapid gear change, resulting in superior driving performance, comfort and captivating driving experience. It develops 425 hp at 7,000 rpm, has a peak torque of 361 lb-ft at 4,750 rpm, and delivers a to...
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2012 Maserati GranTurismo MC - Personalization & Optional Equipment

Posted by R Passione on Saturday, November 12, 2011, In : Cars 
The Maserati GranTurismo MC can be made even more exclusive and personal thanks to the unique Maserati personalization program, which allows customers to fully customize the vehicle’s details, colors, materials and optional features as desired. The most exigent clients can take advantage of the Maserati Atelier at the Factory in Modena, Italy Headquarter to create their dream car.

While performance and design are inherited by the Maserati racing department, the MC’s features a more dynamic...
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2012 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport - Highlights and new exterior features

Posted by R Passione on Thursday, October 20, 2011, In : Cars 
With the successful launch of the GranTurismo Convertible in 2010, Maserati has further enhanced the power, handling, appearance and sound to create the new Sport version for 2012. An array of dynamic features, such as MC Autoshift, sport exhaust and increased power and torque are standard in the Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport. This model appeals to the many performance-oriented owners whom are seeking the highest level of driving enjoyment in a Maserati convertible.

The new Maserati G...
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2012 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport: new interior features and standard equipment

Posted by R Passione on Tuesday, October 18, 2011, In : Cars 
The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport is equipped with new interior features such as the new M-Design seats, lumbar support, Trofeo-design gearshift paddles, new colors and standard pedals in drilled aluminum for a sportier, race-inspired look and feel. Trofeo-design gearshift paddles are standard on the Convertible Sport, with an elongated ergonomic shape to better activate the Maserati shifting mode.

The new M-design seats take inspiration from the Maserati grille lines and feature Polt...
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Maserati GranTurismo MC: unmistakable style, bodywork and custom options

Posted by R Passione on Tuesday, September 27, 2011, In : Cars 
The unmistakable style of the new Maserati GranTurismo MC is made even more exclusive and personal with a range of new details, colors, materials and optional features than can only make a Maserati unique. Every GranTurismo MC can express the personality of its owner, whom decides to express either extreme sport feeling or elegance and style.

Bodywork
Among the color combinations available, the Maserati GranTurismo MC can be customized in the following paints: Bianco Eldorado, Grigio Touring, G...
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Maserati GranTurismo MC: passive safety

Posted by R Passione on Friday, September 23, 2011, In : Cars 
Maserati Factory is based in Modena since 1937, when the Orsi family took over the Factory control and moved it from its original Bologna location. The facility, that now covers more than 40,000 m², was entirely renovated in the late 1990’s becoming one of the most advanced low-volume assembly facilities in the world as well as an historic landmark in the city of Modena. The production lines are extremely modern and technological advanced to provide top quality production standards, as wel...
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Maserati GranTurismo MC: race inspired luxury

Posted by R Passione on Wednesday, September 21, 2011, In : Cars 
Maserati has an established tradition in designing and building Italian fine cars, which is a synonymous of striving for perfection in every detail, enabling drivers to experience the thrill of powerful engines and ensuring passengers with comfort and pleasure. Every new Maserati testifies the marque’s rich history and carries unrivalled racing pedigree, luxurious comfort, extraordinary performance and unmistakable style.

The Maserati GranTurismo MC is a road car with authentic racing genes:...
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Maserati GranTurismo MC: a custom made masterpiece

Posted by R Passione on Monday, September 19, 2011, In : Cars 
Maserati GranTurismo MC features the six-speed automatic transmission powered by ZF, the German company that sets the industry standards. In Sport mode the MC auto-shift programming is activated to execute a perfect blip of the throttle on downshifts and to hold each gear at the red line on acceleration until the driver selects the next one. The acceleration mapping has been improved for even better throttle response. A new MC Start Strategy has been introduced as well for optimal standing st...
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Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport: Performance and Tech Specs

Posted by R Passione on Monday, August 29, 2011, In : Cars 
The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sports boost a 4.7L V8 engines and delivers 444 hp at 7,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 376 lb-ft at 4,750 rpm. The engine noise varies depending on whether the exhaust bypass valves are open or closed and it defines the vehicle’s performance set by its driver. Important technical improvements have been introduced in the Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport compare to its predecessors, such as an upgraded sport skyhook adaptive suspension system which...
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Maserati GranTurismo Convertible: Introduction and Tech Specs

Posted by R Passione on Wednesday, July 27, 2011, In : Cars 
The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible is the latest generation of renowned Maserati convertibles and it is the first four-seat cabriolet in the Maserati’s history. The car is the purest expression of Maserati open-air driving, with unmistakable design, a spacious interior for four, and superb driving performance and pleasure. Designed by Pininfarina, the GranTurismo Convertible combines the comfort and safety standards of a coupe with the excitement of the Maserati convertible driving pleasu...
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Maserati GranTurismo Convertible: Maserati Standard Limited Slip Differential

Posted by R Passione on Friday, July 15, 2011, In : Cars 
Maserati equips the GranTurismo Convertible with a standard Limited Split Differential, a feature derived from the racing experience, and helps maximizing available tract ion under power. The Limited Slip Differential overcomes the tendency of a normal open differential to send all torque to one wheel with low grip, crating wheel spin. The Limited Slip Differential effectively locks the two rear wheels together and delivers power to each. The result is maximum acceleration, in both straight l...
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Maserati GranTurismo Convertible: 6-Speed Automatic Transmission

Posted by R Passione on Wednesday, June 22, 2011, In : Cars 
Maserati GranTurismo Convertible features 6-speed automatic transmission that allows the driver to choose from four different driving modes: auto normal mode, auto sport, auto ICE and Manual.

Auto Normal mode should be selected when driving normally (low cornering roads), under this mode the shifting performance is tuned to maximize comfort. Upshifts are performed as early as possible to achieve the lowest level of sound from the engine. Gear changes are actuated smoothly and at the most refin...
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Maserati Quattroporte design

Posted by R Passione on Monday, May 30, 2011, In : Cars 
The Maserati Quattroporte exceptionally combines luxury, comfort with sportiness, performance technology and craftsmanship. The elegant Pininfarina design and styling are combined to the Poltrona Frau® interior leather upholstery and prestigious woods materials. The interiors featured an improved multi-functional steering wheel with sport grip, a revolutionary Bose° Multimedia System and upgraded seats. The driver seat has three different memory setting as well as facilitates access to the ...
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Maserati GranTurismo Convertible: engine & braking system

Posted by R Passione on Monday, May 16, 2011, In : Cars 
The heart of the Maserati GranTurismo Convertible is a powerful V8 engine featuring a 4.7 liter displacement and delivering 433 bhp at 7,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 361 ft-lb at 4,750 rpm. The engine cylinder bank is designed with an angle of 90° and valve timing actuated by two chain-driven overhead camshafts per bank with four valves per cylinder controlled by hydraulic tappets. The intake side camshafts are fitted with a low pressure continuous phase timing variator, which changes ...
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Maserati GranTurismo Convertible: Body, Suspension & Braking System

Posted by R Passione on Wednesday, April 27, 2011, In : Cars 
The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible body structure is primarily comprised of high-strength steel, with the hood and bumper reinforcements in aluminum. The rear deck lid is produced from a thermoset plastic material which reduces the weight and it is more resistant to minor damage than other materials commonly employed. The new body is the results of many computer simulations and testing. The stiffness of the new body has set a new industry benchmark by boasting a torsional rigidity frequenc...
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Maserati GranTurismo Convertible: finally a true four-seat convertible GT

Posted by R Passione on Wednesday, April 13, 2011, In : Cars 
The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible makes travel a pure delight for an everyday enjoyment and usability. The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible is the first model of its type for the Trident car company and it is called Grancabrio in all the Countries except for the United States. It is in fact the first convertible designed in the Maserati headquarters having four comfortable seats without compromising the unique handling, driving performance and comfort typical of the Maserati fleet. The G...
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Maserati Quattroporte Services

Posted by R Passione on Tuesday, March 29, 2011, In : Cars 
Excellence is a matter of pride at Maserati. Each Maserati is built in the historic Factory in Modena, Italy which has been recently renovated to ensure the highest production standards for its vehicles fleet. Combining traditional hand-crafting techniques with cutting edge technology, nowadays the Maserati Factory can be considered one of the most advanced small series production facilities in the world.

Once the examination in the running and diagnostic area is completed, the car torque and ...
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Maserati Engine & Passive Safety

Posted by R Passione on Wednesday, March 9, 2011, In : Cars 
To Maserati, an engine has never been simply the beating heart of the car: it is also its soul. Each must not only deliver performance, but also look and sound as emotive and evocative as the car it powers. Maserati’s newest engine, the 4.7-litre V8 in the GranTurismo S and Quattroporte S is the most powerful engine yet fitted to a production Maserati road car, it delivers 440 hp and exceeds all the expectations in terms of sound, fury and performance. Such engine propels the GranTurismo S ...
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Maserati Quattroporte Interiors & Multi Media System

Posted by R Passione on Wednesday, February 23, 2011, In : Cars 
The new Multi Media System developed with Bose® takes the concept of car entertainment to the highest level, thanks to its distinctive interface’s characteristics. It features a DVD player, .wav, .wma and .acc file reading, UMusic®, Music Library, display proximity sensors for functional controls, a special radio tuning system, unique personalization functions and IPod® Interface. The display proximity sensor automatically detects if the user is about to touch the right side control knob...
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Maserati GranTurismo Safety Standards

Posted by maseratibeverlyhills on Monday, February 7, 2011, In : Cars 
Maserati strives to produce cars with high safety engineering and performance standards, power, versatility, handling and elegance. Feeling secure and comfortable on the road, actively contributes to the pleasure of driving. The electronic power steering provides the right grip at high speed but it provides a light and comfortable steering at lower speed. Brembo brakes offer optimal stopping power thanks to the four perforated self-ventilating discs with fixed calipers with four pistons. The ...
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Maserati Quattroporte Transmission & Handing & Safety

Posted by maseratibeverlyhills on Thursday, January 27, 2011, In : Cars 
Maserati takes pride in the ongoing Italian tradition of designing and developing superb automobiles. In its tradition of striving perfection in every detail, Maserati enables drivers to experience the power of pure engines while enjoying utmost comfort, performance and beauty.

The Quattroporte offers a six-speed, hydraulic automatic transmission that it is symbol of refinement and smoothness. Collaboration with the German transmission ZF has produced an exceptionally flexible and responsive u...
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Maserati GranTurismo Design, Comfort & Technology

Posted by maseratibeverlyhills on Thursday, January 20, 2011, In : Cars 
Every new Maserati is always styled to be a unique symbol of prestige and the Maserati GranTurismo can be consideringa modern day masterpiece.

The Maserati GranTurismo heart is its V8 4.2L engine, which design generates the power and rapidity that are typical of the competition engines. In the specific, the V8 engine has been conceived to give extreme responsiveness to every input on the accelerator. Compact, light and quick to respond, the engine featured in the Maserati GranTurismo can deliv...
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Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic

Posted by maseratibeverlyhills on Wednesday, January 5, 2011, In : Cars 
The Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic combines performance, uncompromising driving pleasure and superb elegance and beauty. The GranTurismo S is powered by a 8-cylinder V90° engine that develops 433 hp at 7,000 rpm producing a maximum torque of 361 lb-ft at 4,750 rpm. The six speed automatic transmission delivers driving comfort and together with the increased torque brings the car true GT spirit.

The new Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic boasts two new pieces of hardware: a 433 bhp 4.7 liter e...
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Maserati Certified Pre-Owned

Posted by maseratibeverlyhills on Tuesday, December 28, 2010, In : Cars 
Maserati Certified Pre-Owned vehicles are available only at Authorized Maserati dealerships such as Maserati Beverly Hills. In the United States and Canada the Maserati Certified Pre-Owned Program is provided by Maserati North America, Inc. and offers an additional coverage of two years or 50,000 miles to any balance of existing new car warranty coverage that remains. The total coverage will embrace a time frame of up to 6 years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first.

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Maserati's new MC Sport Line

Posted by maseratibeverlyhills on Wednesday, December 8, 2010, In : Cars 
The extensive list of Maserati personalization options available throughout the entire Maserati range is now enriched with the new “MC Sport Line”. The “MC Sport Line” has been created to emphasize the sporting DNA of Maserati and it is for customers who wish to express their passion for sports cars with a dynamic look as well as advanced technical solutions to enhance their driving experience. The world of racing inspired the designers of the Maserati Style Center in this project: al...
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Maserati GranTurismo Convertible: drop the top – top the rest

Posted by maseratibeverlyhills on Friday, December 3, 2010, In : Cars 
The GranTurismo Convertible is the latest Maserati model launched in 2010. The new Convertible redefines the market for open-top high end sports cars, offering both superior performance and four full-size seats.

Maserati has become well-known for elegance, outstanding quality and higher performance thanks to a continuous search for perfection in every detail, resulting in a unique Maserati experience for owners. This is the tradition that Maserati celebrates in launching the first four seat op...
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About Maserati – Information Regarding Maserati and Maserati Models

Posted by maseratibeverlyhills on Tuesday, November 2, 2010, In : Cars 
Officine Alfieri Maserati was founded in 1914 in Bologna, Italy.  Since then, Maserati has played a consistently important role in the history of sports car culture and its development. Maserati is a marquee that began life in a local context but then went on to become a major international player, with presence in 57 countries.

Among the most important milestones in the story of the Maserati marquee, there are the 246.029 km/h world speed record set by Borzacchini in 1929, the 1957 F1 World C...
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