Is the MASERATI GRANTURISMO MC the ULTIMATE Grand Touring Car?
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- Опубликовано: 4 окт 2024
- I borrowed Richard's 2015 Maserati GranTurismo MC and reviewed it. The GT has been around since 2007 and the MC is the ultimate version of the GT. Maserati has done an incredible job producing a very beautiful car that rides smooth and comfortably, yet can play when you want. The exhaust note from the MC is absolutely awesome!
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Owned a Maserati GranTurismo for many years. Absolutely loved it. Amazing exhaust note with a Larini cats and mufflers set up. This GT still looks magnificent today. Timeless design.
Yeah it's really a beautiful car and the exhaust note is on point.
Agreed, the exterior styling is pretty spot on, interior is looking a bit dated though. But man, that sound....... Sweeeeeet......
Was Reliability a problem
Was it a reliable car? because I'm looking to buy a 2013 GranTurismo and daily drive it so I would really appreciate a reply.
@@snapple6024 Not really a question of how reliable it is or whether you can daily drive it, but how expensive it is to do that. Daily drive it if you're okay with replacing tyres every 6000kms. Woeful gas economy. Brake discs need to be replaced every 40,000 kms. Mine was a weekend car. Perfect in that role.
Such an underrated car. They actually drive really well, especially for their weight. Plus they’re actually quite reliable.
Indeed!
I thought they depreciated so much because they weren't reliable?
Not had real problems with mine… and I do the school run everyday
@@abdosimon what's a general annual service cost? I'm considering getting one but don't want to be eaten alive by labor/parts bills. Lol
@@evns7142 this is in Scottsdale AZ, 3 fluid chNge was $1500. oil only prob $500. Battery is currently flat and the trunk release (cable and button) not working. Have to get it towed to Maserati. That’s the only issue I’ve had with 18 mo of ownership and going from 7k miles to 20k miles
I have a 2018 and love it. I bought it to try and have the best of both worlds. I feel I got both. The infotainment was updated in 18 and looks and works just fine. This is the last of the naturally aspirated V8s. I am so glad I got to expirence before it is gone. Did I say I love this car?
I was going to mention to Dan that the infotainment was updated in 2018. And has a bigger touchscreen.
Yeah, I thought it was in 19, but I was wrong.
Got the same. I absolutely love it. Used to have a 2018 Ghibli S Q4 and they are worlds apart. The GT is the last real Maserati that was handbuilt in the original Maserati factory of Modena, with great fit and finish, materials and, obviously, the glorious Ferrari V8 and its legendary sound.
Mark my word. Now that this car is no longer being made, it will EVENTUALLY sky rocket in value. Just like old corvettes, Porsches, vipers, etc. If you own one, keep it.
I just bought a 2017 Granturismo “Special Edition”. It is fantastic. 19,000 miles and not a mark on it. Certified Pre-Owned so it still has two years of factory warranty on it! The last of the normally aspirated V8’s, no driver aids (interventions). A true drivers car. This car is exactly as you described. A gentleman’s exotic. Understated, so as not to pull too much attention, but yet it rips when you want it too! And it brakes and steers better than any car I have driven. Incredibly solid. Fit and finish feel like a luxury car when driving it in a normal fashion, incredibly quiet. And having four REAL seats is such a bonus for dinner with friends. Although this car will spend its days pampered and driven only on sunny days, the car is actually useful when you need it to be. Ferrari cannot pull that off! Not for these prices. Great review!
Thank you and congrats!
Dan, I love how your reviews really concentrate on the exhaust sounds and the performance of the engine. This is a nice car!
Thanks Fred! Yeah, it really has a great sound.
Spare parts after market producers community?
Servicing?
Does the custom insurance policy also cover the costs of monthly scheduled maintenance?
Can order spare parts from authorized licensed third party spare parts makers?
Can order custom Maserati parts from Audi?
Can order custom Maserati parts from Ferrari?
Can order custom Maserati parts from VW?
Etc...
Do prominent performance tuning houses have special relationship with Maserati?
Nth Moto?
Hennessey?
Calvo Motor Sports?
AMG Sports (special gentlemen agreement with Mercedez Benz)?
Etc...
I know this is an older video, so I'm not saying he's wrong, but the prices have gotten better since this was made. I got a 2014 in very nice condition, under 30K miles for under $40K. I got it from a dealer who had just done the latest service, almost complete factory service records, it looks like they did take it to an indy place for one oil change. Newish tires with lots of tread left. They gave me a 3 month/3k mile drivetrain warranty just to cover any nagging worries about hidden issues. I can't think of anything else where I could have got this much bang for the buck. And he is right about one thing, it may not be a Ferrari but it is a joy to drive. It always brings a smile to my face.
Indeed
Where is this? I’m looking in Virginia.
The 911 has basically had the same design for what 35 years, but nobody ever says that it outdated!!! I've had a 2018 for almost 3 years and it is a fantastic car..there is NO better sounding car...and the ride is superb. May not be the fastest or quickest, but it is the best combination of all.
I have had my 2012 GT/MC (32K on the clock) for a little over a year and the only issue that I have had is that the TPMS batteries died. I love that car, and thanks to you I do all of my own maintenance!! Your the best Dan...love your videos!
Thanks for the review. Great job on this timeless beauty. Is a previous qp5 owner and current qp6 owner I'm glad you did not perpetuate the rumor that maintenance is a nightmare. I'm on my 4th Maserati and all have been quite reliable even as milage gets up there. Great review Dan!
You're welcome!
Imho, the most beautiful thing on wheels
Caymanspyder
@@charlesdonovan6669 also beautiful.
I have a Maserati Granturismo S and I absolutely love it. While I still have two kids at home, my wife has said I cannot have another 2 seater. Thanks for the Maserati content!
❤️Maserati!❤️ 8:51 I was thinking exactly what you said... this would be an awesome car for a rally... & that engine sound _never_ gets old! 👍Thanks for sharing Dan!👍
Yes, road trips, daily driver, business trips, etc... It's perfect for that stuff.
One of the best reviews I’ve seen.
In the hall of fame for best design (timeless Pininfarina creation) and best sounding V8 ever.
This was a great review and what a sexy car!
Thank you
I’m picking mine up next weekend , a 2014 4.7 MC Auto with 16k miles and A1, I just love Maserati . The shape , the sound and the presence but best of all its car where you are not “ running with the pack”.
Yes the info system is not the most modern, to say the least , but who gives a F... when it sounds like this.
Always had 911s but at 61 years young it’s time to go “Italiano “🇮🇪
Congrats. I'm looking to possibly get into one as well.
Many thanks Matt...I hope you do find the right car .....they are amazing and still a rare sight on British roads.
ATB ....Jim.
Great vid! Love the interior color of that one. I have a 2013 Maser GTS and love to just go out to hear that throaty start-up. That symphonic exhaust note truly is intoxicating. Keep up the great vids.
Yes the exhaust is excellent on the GT
Life of Palos suggested your channel and I’m glad he did!
Awesome! Thanks for joining us!
#win !
No bullshit review. Honest and straight forward. Excellent.
Beautiful. I'm shopping for one right now.
Great review... a beautiful car.. that interior color looks like the leather of a comfortable chair in a well appointed personal library. The exhaust is the best in the GT realm... and that comes from a guy that owns an XKR-S GT! Richard has a very cool and diverse garage of cars... the 458 for rally stuff, the Testarosa for those C&C days and the MC for dinners on the weekend downtown.
Haha... and all Italian cars. LOL!
GREAT real life daily driving Grand-Turing review. **Same OLD infotainment buttons as Benz E-Class 2015, so I can ignore that - and put it add-on blue tooth for $30. You covered it all! Bumps, sounds, handling, the good, bad and ugly! (No ugly on it!) Thanks.
What a gorgeous automobile! Though the shifts might be a bit slower, they look to be super smooth........you’re not being banged against the seat with each shift. This is definitely a true GT car. Nice review.
Exactly. It's all about comfort
YES!! Review of the MC!! Love mine! Where I live, there aren't many around, so it always gets looks and compliments. They did update the infotainment in 2018, but it's still not as good as more modern systems. Sadly, 2020 is that last model year, but they are dropping a new car in May.. the MC-20 (riff of the MC-12). For the fully carboned out MC Convertibles, they were wanting 185!! Insanity.
Very cool! Yeah, it's really a beautiful car. And the sound is just awesome!
Love this review Dan. I own a GT Sport and I agree with everything you said. It isn't a full-fledged sports car but does its job as a GT exceptionally well. It's also way more reliable than the Internet makes it out to be.
Yes exactly!
Loved the drone footage at the beginning. Very nice!
Thanks!
Love it Dan you should review more car's in the same bracket. Like BMW M6, Benz AMG 63. The new Corvette trying to copy Ferrari .
Eventually this will happen.
Man, for a while I’ve been in love with this car. It’s stylish, sounds amazing, looks to be a fun and comforting ride, etc. I’m gonna look at buying one someday when I’m settled into my career, I’m pretty convinced it’s gonna be my potential weekend car :)
Indeed. They can get pretty cheap once they have some miles on them
Normal Guy Supercar Ooh yeah for sure, you can find great deals on those everywhere. What mileage ranges would you say is both low and high for a Maserati GT MC? I’ve found some with 8-12k miles, and others with 20-40k miles. What would be a safe range before more major problems occur? One last question: would it matter to have it checked by the local mechanic or would it be advised to take it to a Maserati specialist? Thank you!!
At about 10:00 you said it sounded like a American-Italian hybrid car with that sound, my two favorite cars are the Maserati GT and the DeTomaso Pantera an actual Italian American hybrid car, maybe that is why I love them.
Thanks for featuring this beautiful car 👌looks and sounds amazing
You're welcome.
Huge Granturismo fan! Super nice car!!
That Maserati does 185.🎶
Yup
I lost my license , now I can’t drive .
Ahhhh! Love this comment... going to be in my head all day now!
If you get it tune, it would do more then that over 190...
Dan, I just commented on your last video about daily driving super cars. Then you post this today. Love the review. I daily my 2014 Grancabrio S. Your review is spot on. Absolutely love the car. Only have a few more payments on it. So for my second, balls to the wall car, I’m starting to look for a LP560. Keep up the great content.
~ John, Galveston, Texas
That would be a nice compliment to this car
Thanks for reviewing this timeless classic. You were spot on honest and I truly appreciate your expert opinion. The Maserati GT MC is my favourite, it’s not in the same league as Ferrari, but I have to work my way up😁 Great job Dan. Your 🇨🇦 fan!
You're welcome! It's certainly a beautiful car and perfect for the upper end daily driver
Thanks for the review and your feedback regarding your experience with italian cars. Great job at every review as always
has 454hp, I updated my interior screen and touch screen climate control. such a big change for the dated interior, I just wish I can supercharge it but then again I purchased it because its the last true masi, the design with a Ferrari v8, can't beat it on the 2nd hand market.
Nice
My mates brother has one. Best sounding car I have ever heard. Amazing.
I have a 2017 GT MC
There is absolutely nothing out there like a Maserati GT ……people look at it and its a universal response….Beautiful!!! Its a unique vehicle….its an exotic and very unique exotic
Yup
All GTs from 2012 on are 454hp. Top 3 sounding car on the market, sexy curves, and great interior.
I figured you would know the details. :)
Not too sure what the American Market is like but here in the UK it's one of the most exotic cars you can pick up for sub 40k. If you can look passed the sat nav ect your onto a winner
Exactly! Buy them used.
I love my MC stradale, amazing car…. it used to be my daily but it’s in retirement as of now got to used to the range rover 🙈
These are so freakin cool for 40k
It's a steal at that price
Have in the past 6 months taken trips from ATL, (my home), to Charleston SC, St. Simons Islands GA, and Savannah GA... *YES* It is the ultimate Grand Tourer. Sooooo comfy on road trips!!!
I replaced my head unit with the new 2nd GEN Aucar/Android system and also replaced my climate control with the new touch screen unit.
I see in 10, 15, 20 or even 30 years from now this normally aspirated Maserati/Ferrari V8 will be SUPER valuable. At that time, When every OTHER car is electric, this car and the like will be super valuable to all the gear heads that still want a exotic naturally aspirated V8.
Agreed
Hard to believe you can pay under $30k for the earlier models and looks almost identical to a 2019
Yeah, it's mind blowing.
48K for my 2014 with 25k on the clock...things is beautifully sorted and is the most fun to drive than most anything i've had...i've had a lot!!!
It's called timeless design. Italian Pininfarina design.
Sadly in Singapore, the 2008 4.2 GT is like a $110,000 USD used. Car prices here sucks balls. Because we're a small country, they wanna discourage car ownership. A brand new camry is like a $100,000 USD and a Lamborghini huracan is like a million USD. Imagine the amount of cars u cld buy with That money
And good ruck changin' out that head unit, too. It's like a pandora's box of electrical problems that will unleash just because the computer checks the radio first when you crank it. When it can't find the radio, it freaks the hell out.
Thank you for the review of this car. I was thinking about picking one of these up being that i got rid of my GTR.
Nice review Dan it reminds me of my Porsche 928S but with a little Italian flair
Gotta have that Italian touch!
Great video, thanks! Just bought one 👌
Awesome! Congrats
Timeless Masterpiece 🔱 till today, this car was 50 yrs ahead of its time, it's a Rolex in cars
It certainly looks and sounds amazing
Cool review. I've hung out with a bunch of Maserati owners over the past year and I agree with your assessments.
Thank you!
Omg I totally almost bought one of these MC’s in Chicago just before I bought my Camaro... these are awesome cars with crazy long wheelbases that just eat up the miles... good to hear it’s not much of sports car! Makes me feel better about my purchase. I think the pros way outweigh the cons here. Beautiful at almost any angle too! 👌🏻
Yes it's a very good GT car
Great review of an excellent car. The reason you weren't experiencing much body roll is because that car most likely (I can tell by the increased camera shake) has been equipped with the optional "Skyhook suspension system". When you enter Sport mode it actively changes the damping setting of the shocks to firm them up and then utilises the onboard telemetry to adjust them dynamically many times a second to give the car anti roll, anti squat (Under acceleration) and ani dip (Under braking) body weight transfer control. Amazing. It is still very annoying that they could nail this performance orientated tech and didn't concentrate more effort into updating the infotainment, wich is what everyone bases their opinion on car tech on- but I suppose that's not what this car is about because if you have an exhaust note like that, who needs DAB radio? 😂 I must say, in the stereo's defence, the actual speaker system is one of the best I've heard from factory - Bose did a great job with the acoustics, theres like 9 speakers stuffed in there, even has a pretty powerful subwoofer built into the parcel shelf! 👌
Ah yes
The sound of a Maserati period is intoxicating
It's glorious!
I’ve had my 2010 GT for 4 years now and still love it. Only problems so far have been cam cover gaskets and front upper bushings. It’s fairly old school bulletproof tech and naturally aspirated which keep the engine bay temps down. It’s is the perfect weekend away car and the sound still never gets old. Sticky buttons though🙁 why FCA?????
UUUUUGH... I hate the sticky buttons.
That Maserati sounds amazing. Richard is the man.... a Maserati and two Ferraris... That car in my mind is a luxury and somewhat of a sporty car. 😁😁
Hilariously, his wife drives the Maserati SUV as well... All of his cars are Italian. That's kinda badass.
I just bought a 2011 GrandTurismo with 12k miles for $37,488.00 and its gorgeous 4.7 with near perfect interior... love it despite the pandemic
Nice
@@normalguysupercar This is my 3rd Maserati. I still own a 1986 Maserati QP III and sold my 1956 Maserati 125cc Motorcycle to my Ferrari salesman. The GranTurismo is the prettiest and fastest of the 3. Super happy with it so far. A steal IMHO. Thanks for the videos.
Love the drone video, the car is not bad either.
Thanks!
Not " Drone" video...😅 it's just a triple suction cup go-pro mount...
Subbed, excellent review. You also sold me at 9:56 hahah
Thanks!
Love your review style! Subscribed and liked!
Thank you
the front reminds me of a 1950s and 60s F1 car
I have this car, your shifts were early esp in 2nd and 3rd. When you shift perfexct, you'll hear 3 puffs from the exhaust.
Ok
Interesting... you rolled over 51K subs while I was watching this video.. congrats Dan!
Woohoo!
Was look at one in 2016 great sounding car as well as sexy looking. Ended up with my GTR Black Edition 2015 needed a family car lol. Couldn’t be happier with the GTR. But the MAS definitely gets a 👍🏽 from me
It's a pretty awesome car but it's just not that fast. But that's not really the point of having it.
Normal Guy Supercar Right on I agree with that 👍🏽
I had the same squeak. Dealership fixed it by pulling off that housing and lubing something....Sorry for the lack of info, but I didn't investigate what they specifically lubed.
Sounds right
Great video Dan
Thank you.
I wish Ferrari would stayed with pininfarina LOVE the maserati design and the pininfarina super car looks AMAZING! Not a fan of the 430,458 or 488. The 360 eventually grew on me but I would still prefer a F355 over anything outside of an Enzo or a 456.
Yeah, Pininfarina certainly designs amazing cars.
You get it! Maserati’s get such negative comments......by people who have never driven them. Ferrari makes the sports cars in the family. This is a luxury sedan with a Ferrari engine and the ability to really be playful when you’re in the mood, Stunningly beautiful! The sound in sports mode is completely intoxicating. I only have a 2017 Ghibli S Q4, but I’ve never been more pleased with a car in my life. They significantly improved the interior tech compared to the 2016 and it’s all that I need or want. Some people are obsessed with the fact that Chrysler makes the superfuntional infotainment system and buttons. If that’s what you’re focused on, you completely miss the point of this car. I’ve had BMW sedans and they have better tech and maybe interiors, but that don’t have the sound or even close to the same aesthetics.
Great video! Would you rather have a bmw m6 convertible or a maserati granturismo convertible? I love convertibles and think both cars are great and going for around the same price in the used market.
I hate convertibles but probably the GT.
I’d love to see you review a Ferrari GT car. Maybe something older like a 550 Maranello. 456 M. 599...
Any of those would qualify.
get one too from my GF, from Indonesia witht he container now but the Cabrio
I'm shopping for one...even though the gas mileage is a bit terrifying for such a small engine...my 700hp Z06 gets 32mpg at 72mph for reference. Hard to find one between " Garage Queen" (leaky seals) and one driven to death.
They are pretty fun
tell richard i said thank you for the rev lim hit!
Ok
Was at one stage combing the ads for a used mc stradale around 55 -65 grand in the uk but chicken out and went for a all round jaguar F pace Svr instead which i think was a better choice
Depends on the duration of the warranty
@@normalguysupercar warranty i have
No Jag bashing!
Going to drive one this weekend!
Great review sir
Thanks
love the leather colour best spec i have seen
Thanks
Dated? Yes, it's an older model, love it, enjoy it and push the buttons, who cares right? Parts seem to be affordable and DIY save a ton in labor.
Indeed
This will be my next car after I sell my 928 GTS...probably won't get the MC unfortunately. You should have heard the MC race car out at COTA today! Sounded like an Italian NASCAR!
Hell yeah! I've heard them, it's awesome
Try to drive/review an 09-2012 Maserati quattroporte S or GTS. Practically the same car but more luxurious.
Much larger too
@@normalguysupercar Not quite. When I say they are practically the same car, I mean it. Same engine, suspension, same frame, many interior parts and the list goes on.
Gran turismo = 194"L x 75" W x 53" H
Weight 4365
Quattroporte = 201"L x 75" W x 57" H
Weight 4389
Its 7 inches longer which is due to body moldings, Weights about the same, 0-60 is about the same. GT is lowered a little more but same height if measured by the frame.
Biggest difference? Interior aesthetics. Look it up. GT is basically a 2 door QP. But interior of QP is more luxurious.
One day I get one
My business partner is looking at one new on the lot...$160k... but they said they would let him have it for $125k.. hmmm
Yeah, they give HUGE discounts which also doesn't help for the resale.
He will lose double that again 8n 5he first cpl of year's buy used low mileage.
Still a freaking looker, if they upgrade the tech and tune it to 600hp. Looks better than a lot of new cars.
On my list for our GT car search...
It's certainly a good option.
Untill Meg reviews it ill hold my comments.
Monday....
I'm considering a Coupe now, but the maintenance issues make me hesitate, (And I drive an '89 RX7 - everybody is all put off by the rotary engine... but have had NO problems over 4 cars in 40 years).Still, very tempting...
It's not that bad
Wow what a heavy beast!!!! Yadda yadda yadda it has horsepower
LOL! perfect!
Entertainment center can be easily upgraded/retrofitted along with a new sound system....
True.
I have a Maserati granturismo sport. Like your review. I wonder if you recommend me to change to a MC, and what is the difference between Gts and GtMC?
I haven't driven the sport yet
Dan, I just subscribed to your channel. Would like your comment on Maserati GT sport as well.
Not much difference. The exhaust system is setup different, MC is in the middle and GTS is not. I have the GTS with downpipe, tune and Bmc air filter. I love this car.
You don’t buy a Maserati for the latest and greatest technology. You buy one for the amazing engine, performance and sound….not to mention the passion that goes into these cars. These are GT cars that are built for very high speed travel…they’re not drag or super cars….I own a GranSport, fully modded and it’s phenomenal. To all the haters….drive a well maintained one and let us know your impression.
Generally yes
I love it so much, just have not been game enough yet.
Indeed
I'm sure some exhaust mods and a tune would really improve performance.
Sure
They should make The Maserati GT MC Stradale legal here is the states..It's the race version of that one with a race mode and lots of CF including the seats..I wonder why is not legal in the states???
great review !
Thanks
Great Car..... Thanks again Dan....
You're welcome!
Love mine!!!
Yes indeed
How much fun compared to the 458? Additionally can we see you review the Quattroporte 4.7 auto year 2011/12 approx, for comparison to this MC?
Honestly the 458 is a massive amount more fun.
Very pretty car. Nice sound. Did you stop at the white line at the stop sign? Lol. Beep the horn then you know it is an Italian car. I am at the age where I would like driving something like it.
LOL thank you!
This is something I would consider with a bit more tech. It's truly the only thing holding me back.
Yeah, I wish it was slightly more modern.
@@normalguysupercar it's stuff like back up camera or maybe 360 camera, keyless entry and maybe... maybe blind spot monitoring that kill the car for me. I am seeing a few at 65K, low miles and that's a very compelling price for something unique and sexy, just annoying when it's missing basic stuff for 2021.
Which shifts quicker in your opinion, the F355 F1 or MC?
MC