This is exactly the channel for me, going through this same process now trying to find a special dad car. Keep up the good work! Other side of the pond
Just purchased a 2008 Gran Turismo and it’s superb. I don’t impress easily having owned Ferraris, Lambos and many other super cars in my wealthier days. Now in my seventies I was looking for something different but powerful for not too much money. The Gran Turismo fitted the requirements spot on. They are so much car for the money. One of the best looking and elegant cars on the road. They are fast enough for todays road conditions, handle superbly and sound better than the Mercedes 55 AMG I used to own! Mine is the base model with the 4.2 V8. Drop it into sports mode and it comes to life! Paddle shifters work well or if you feel lazy leave it in auto. Mine is metallic black with tan leather. Buy now before prices go up!
The problem I have is that once you discover sport mode you don’t want to use it in the normal mode ever again. I find it really dull and un exciting. Press the Sport and the car comes alive !
@@MrSmegfish Mine does seem to have been coated underneath but I have not heard that they have a rust problem or at least no worse than any other car of that age. No problem on ground clearance but care needs to be taken when negotiating speed bumps.
You are also right about this gear box. Everytime you drive it- all of the grievances you log as you are upshifting through the gears from a stop are immediately forgiven when you shift back down to your next stop. Then you just repeat that cycle. And you always walk away from the car with a huge grin because of course you have to end on the downshift part.
That’s good to know my senses were correct, first time I drove one like this and only had a short time driving, look forward to getting another maser or even a prancing horse with this style box ☺️
The Masserati Grantourismo became my favouite car ever since I saw one when I was 12. I'm currently 23 and it is STILL my favourite car of all time. The sound of the exhaust is just remarkable. Best sounding car in my book! My love for it just went higher when I know that it's family-friendly after doing some research back then. Thank you for this review!
@@dadcars i mean, i knew about ferraris and labos and i see them all the time even when i was little. I live in Hong Kong and everyone is fairly rich here so that’s why. But something about the Maserati just hits different.
Just come across this as a recommended video - the RUclips algorithm clearly works, love it! As a dad thinking about getting one of these, thanks for the review, very useful. Dad car meet - cool cars with kids activities, such a good idea, will definitely be keen!
I absoluetly love your channel and I'm not even a dad, but hopefully one day I will! To see how you present cars and kids is amazing, your passion is incredible. A Maserati wouldn't even be on the cards. I was looking at potential 4-door fast Jags and BMWs but to know I have this knowledge in the future is amazing. Honestly thank you man you're amazing and keep up the good work!!! Also apologies for my name I made it when I was 16 and I never comment so I never thougth to change it !:)
It’s like having an embarrassing email address and then having to give it at a job interview, you don’t think about that when you’re 16 🤣 thanks for the kind words my man, hope you stick around and enjoy the channel 👏
Great video and you got yourself a new subscriber. I own a 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo Sport. And I have two kids. With two kids sitting in the back and me and my wife in the front, it is a perfect family car for weekends (we drive it like this almost every weekend). I used to own a A45 AMG and I sold that and got this. I do miss the hatchback sometimes, but the naturally aspirated V8 and the look, I do not regret.
Brilliant channel just started watching. Had a 4.7 S MC never skipped a beat. Just bought an AM Rapide. My kids are grown up but still prefer the big tourers 👍
Thanks Nick, the Rapide is one hell of a special car for the money! I did a review of the Rapide S… you would also enjoy my last eat video if you haven’t already seen it 😎
I’m kinda more a grandad now but bought a cheap one of these in the same Grigio Granito colour and fortunately I’m able to fix most stuff myself hence buying it for a low price having had several Maseratis in the past. Fab car. The sound is truly amazing although the attention it gets can be a little embarrassing at times! I wouldn’t recommend buying cheap as a rule though since costs for parts alone are really expensive so bite the bullet. Spend as much as you can’t afford on one with full history and like the guy says get a ppi check done as it will save you in the long run
@@dadcarsNeeds must really. Can afford the car but don't want to/can't afford to pay a specialist to fix stuff when I can do it myself. It's kind of made worse by the fact I don't have a garage and have to work on them in a public car park ! At the end of the day they're only metal and everything is fixable. I do remember changing the clutch on a Merak SS I had and my goodness me that was a faff. Even my neighbour who was a mechanical engineer couldn't believe how it had all been put together !
Well said, this car is a Masterpiece 🔱, lot of people are gone wish they bought one and kept it for a long period of time, this Masterpiece is gone be one of a kind collectable classic pretty soon.
Just purchased a 2014 Granturismo sport white. You were spot on with your review I love this car especially in sport mode. Couldn’t believe I fit grown ups comfortably in the back. I had a corvette but this is way more practical
Che bella macchina ❤ These Ferrari / Maser V8s are just insane and the world will be a duller place when they fade away. Thanks for more amazing content Ben! (I also agree that crunchy chips are the best)
i think we have the same taste. I have a rapide S, an rs6 and a bmw 640i cabrio. My criteria is to be able to ferry both my kids and my wife. i love the gran turismo and the FF / Lusso too!
It’s a tough one! For the same money I’m struggling to think of alternatives that do it as well as the GT well done for using it as a long term Dad Car! 👏
I just picked up a 2009 S as well- same color. You nailed this on all points. I bought a 26k mile excellent condition example for less than 1/4 of its 2009 MSRP. Your comparison to the FF was spot on except that the GTS looks far better. I too can’t believe how good this car is and how fun it is to drive for the $$. There is no comparison to anything else. And the look on peoples face when I tell them it’s a 2009 - they can’t believe it.
@@seechim I think the auto is a good/perfectly fine call. It’s like traditional manual vs full auto- if you will drive it all the time then full auto is just better- but if you are only driving it when you are in the mood to really drive- then the manual (or in this case robotic-manual) is more enjoyable. If you get the F1 box then you know you are getting into a $$$ clutch replacement every 25k-40k miles or so
Have a 12 GT, here's a tip. Never block either seat from going all the way back. If you do and it performs a seat check, it will strip the seat motor and your seat will be stuck where it is. Also, do your own minor maintenance like fluid changes etc will save you tons of cash.
Great video, comments are spot on and the reason I bought a 2011 GTS MC Shift too. Purely for the noise along it's worth owning one of these, like you say doing 20mph it still sounds incredable esp in sport with the down shifts. subbed
I've just sold a 2005 CLK55 cabriolet. I wanted a 987 Boxster S but two small children said otherwise. The CLK AMG V8 is more powerful, noisier and all the space in the back. If you can find an AMG CLK, it'll be a good video. My kids eventually got too big and the wife said I wasn't allowed to keep it for a weekend toy. Now I'm looking for a V8 4 door dad car
I called it before Doug. I think the automated manuals like this and the SMG-II in my M3 will become a thing again. Not brilliant for a daily but for your 3rd car they're mechanical. You have to learn and understand them and they are ace!
You nailed it. the automated manual is the true petrol head’s choice. I own 2005 QP manual and 2012 GTS auto. QP is the more engaging and better handling car. I drive it on sport manual mode only and still have the original clutch at 60,000 miles. Both are very reliable
Loved this review. Brilliant thing about this car is the experience at low speed. My Dad car is an Alfa Romeo Giulia QV and you’re at illegal speeds far too easily 😮
I've just picked you up through the JayEmm video. If only I'd found this sooner! After our second I was looking for something for work and zip around in. Because of car seat worries I ended up with a BMW 540 and a Z4 but if I'd known about these options I probably would have combined the dosh and plumped for a single car that could do it all!
Wonderful comparison ! I‘m shame to say, but I own both. Aston DB9, 2004 and Maserati Granturismo S automatic , 2009 (same ZF gearbox). The DB9 is faster, stiffer and the top is lower, more sportscar touch. The Maserati is comfortable, spacious and a design iconic car, but quite more lower on the street - and use min.2litre less fuel as the V12 of DB9! Both sounds are impressive, but I have no favorite one. I have only one son, but a long trip, is only possible with the Maserati. Both cars are not really comparable, the power/torque of the Aston make it to my favorite ! With really family focus - only Maserati
I love your daughters indifference. My kids don’t care about cars, bar my 18 months with an R class which met universal acclaim through the space and ride.
Great review, love everything about this car, a true drivers car. I had my Granturismo reviewed earlier this year by Ross reviews in Perth. So far your channel ticks all the boxes for exciting GT cars. Fantastic stuff 👍
Oh this guy is obviously a genius. From now on I shall only watch his vids and take his advice. It is so good of him to share his extraordinary life's knowledge and experience with us. Thank God I found him. I have made sure to tell ALL my friends on social media about this. Great stuff. Keep it up.
@@erepsekahs it’s not going to be for everyone 🤷♂️ luckily there are already one or two other car content creators out there 😉 so someone for everyone. Drop me a message on Instagram 👍
Awesome reviews! Binging all of them ! Same situation as most! I'm looking for a wow dadcar. Yes, you can opt for a panamera or quatroporte, and there are the Rs6 and M8 grandcoupe that are great family cars! But the dadcar is something else! As usual, the price dictates, but a decent 60.000 euro is the sweet spot. Some are over the cut-out price, but.... My shortlist is: For a manual: 1. Evora 400 or GT 2. Mustang GT or Mach 1 3. GR 86 4. 911 S 5. DB 9 Auto: 1. Grandturismo 2. 612 Scaglietti 3. LC500 4. Vanquish
That’s an exciting list! I wouldent rule out an auto DB9, it suits the car well. Evora, Mustang and granturismo are strong options. Got loads more lined up on the channel 👏☺️
I am loving your content, hits the nail right on the head for me, I'm yet to take the plunge into a 2 door GT, I've progressed from a 5 series Bm to a 7 series onto a Panamera Turbo but there are loads of unloved 2 door GT bargains, gotta love the depreciation. Keep it up a well deserved sub from me.
Awesome glad you found the channel Philip 👏 cool list of cars, loads of potentials for you to explore already on the channel and a lot more lined up this year
I had to subscribe and like, what a great concept of YT channel, love the video, being a dad myself and loving fast sport cars, looking forward to more vids.
Got to be one of the best value for looks and sound dad cars about? Did look at one of these when the teenagers wouldn’t fit it the back of the DB9 any more! Great review again 👍
If you loved this car so much but can't get over the trans tunnel then get the quattroporte S with ZF. It's what I have, and i chose it over the gt for the 5th seat. They both sound the same, drive almost the same.
thanks so much for putting together all of this content. I am in the process of selling my Mercedes SL600, a 2 seater pre-kids purchase, with a convertible I can actually drive with the whole family. I have been looking all around and the cabrio version of this I saw in one of your other videos is the ticket!! Can't wait to get one of my own. best, Tom
Own a Maserati GT MC Shift. My second GranTurismo having owned the 4.2 version previously. Ultimate Dad Car. So much bang for the money. Shared Ferrari parts without the price. Put a Scuderia shield on its flanks and it would be selling for 300 percent more.
Oh man that’s horrible to hear… I’d love to do an M5 as I could for 4 across the back and take the wife! Definitely on the list for down the line. Hope it gets sorted for you soon 🙏
Appeals more to me too. Big mistake to drop V8 for a 6 twin turbo the V8 sounds so much better plus everyone always says the sound of V8 is favorite thing about Maserati
Great video Ben, I just subscribed yesterday and already you have reviewed my choice of a 'Dad Car' my Maserati GrandTurismo S (Well to be truthful I also have a GranCabrio S as well) mine are both 2011s bought during the pandemic with 10k and 11k miles a piece. I have 3 kids but 2 are grown and at University. Both cars are ZF autos with paddle shifts, the coupé has oval exhausts but the Cabrio doesn't, just for what it is worth. I love the space in back for my 5'6" daughter. I'm 6'1" and she can happily sit behind me. Also thought I'd throw this info for you, on a 200 mile trip recently cruise set at 80 mph (light traffic so 75-80 mph most of the time) I saw 23 mpg, so if you are just taking it easy, but quick it can be quite frugal for a 4.7 V8. Glorious noise, more than 'fast enough' and a top speed North of 180 mph with super model looks, I think these NA Ferrari built V8s in a Pininfarina drop dead gorgeous body will go up in value over time. Both of mine were 1 owner cars serviced at Ferrari dealerships with ridiculously low mileage. I feel like I stole them, and I'm ok with that b/c I paid asking price on one and just under on the second. Best of luck with your channel. And send the best to your wife and cute kids.
Thanks for the great comment Andy! Wow that’s insane you have both! Cabrio would be awesome to feature one day. I’d also love to try and compare both gearbox’s. 👍
Andy am I right in thinking the cabrio has an even larger rear transmission tunnel separating the two rear seats? If so do you know why? Is it something that could be removed to accommodate a 3 across seat?
@@dadcars Cabrio's trunk is *tiny* but I couldn't make up my mind between the two, so I bought them both! Depreciation was my best friend :-) now I see prices starting to creep upwards... good for me, bad for others unless they buy one soon. Really like your videos so far, keep at it! Cheers.
@@dadcars yes a few. The front end is different, if you at it head on you can see the difference. 2018-2019 have the same design. These also have back up camera and different infotainment system. Older models have have the f136u 4.2l v8 with 400hp and the newer have the f136y 4.7l v8 with 445hp That’s the main differences
It blew me away! I was ready to say why it’s not a good as my DB9 but forgot all that about as soon as I heard and felt it that’s why I had to put it after the credits!😅
If/when you find one of these in a barn somewhere promise you’ll bring me along for the video 🙏 you’ll want there to convince you it’s an excellent idea for you to buy and restore 😅
Wow this is the channel is for me, dad of 2 girls. I am looking at this and I would love to have it as a weekend car. Keep up the good work and greetings from Mallorca/Spain.
i suppose he disconnected his speedometer and tachometer for this presentation-however his information was spot on--i have the Grand Turismo, and it's a fantastic car,,i got 26mpg with A/C running--i took pictures to prove it if anyone were skeptical-it is a wonderful daily drivers car-the interiors are a work of art-the fit and finish is top notch-i
The gran Turismo is a car that you can drive around at 20, 30, 40 and it sounds and feels like your going a lot faster. No creative editing required it’s brilliant.
So you liked it? Great review and I share your views entirely. Re fuel consumption, the problem is that you will always be tempted to be in sport/mc manual mode...
You have no idea how jealous I am that you have driven one of those! I'll have a look for your Facebook page and hopefully post a photo of my rather mundane (by comparison) Alfa. Italian cars have soul.
@@dadcars I regularly drive to see my brother in Cheltenham, but that involves doing a 520 mile round trip. The only car that came close was my Saab 9-5 Aero. The first Saab 9-5's are an awesome car - I was involved in an accident with a 7.5 ton truck and a VW Polo whilst towing our 1 ton folding camper. They had to cut the driver out of the Polo - the police officer attending said that he was lucky to be alive. All 3 emergency services made a comment about how safe the Saab was. Myself and my wife and son didn't recieve so much as a bruise, and my car was repaired. Our camper was mangled and written off. They are hard to find nowadays, but are a superlative example of Swedish engineering.
@@dadcars I look forward to that - btw my "kids" are now 37 and 34 years old! Ever tried going camping in a 1.2 Vauxhall Nova for 2 weeks in the New Forest with two young kids driving from the north east of England? I did wish for a larger car!
Keep up the great work. My boyhood dream car is a DB9 like yours... I currently have an F Type R so not a great Dad Car, I can only take one of the rugrats at a time!
@@dadcars Yeah, I smiled when you were talking about pops and crackles, mine sounds like gunfire in a tunnel. Meets would be awesome, my five year-old son adores cars and we've been to a couple of Jag meets. He loves @Podium too.
@@Bluebottle_GB join the Facebook group, I’m hoping to plan one as soon as the weather starts getting better in the new year 👍 with activities for the little ones 👏
Cool channel mate. My V8 vantage was my Dad car, as I could legally place the baby in the front passenger seat, however, I long for a true back seater and have considered these. This car reminds me of the Ferrari Roma. They look like they literally just copied it.
A 2 seater that you can switch the passenger airbag off is a great DadCar if you have only one. I took my youngest to a car show recently in the DadB9 rear facing in the back. The granturismo is an impressive option if true rear seat practicality is required. Nothing sounds better. I’ve lots of over contenders on the channel already to watch and more to come 😎
No way! Those things are so cool looking! I love that the passion for cars got though to them, I really hope some of mine continue to love cars as they become adults 🥰
Every review gets me that little bit closer to taking a deep breath and jumping in. How much can it cost if I purchased and kept for 1 year only???? 😬😬 Even today they command presence on arrival. Bring the noise.
@@dadcars thank you and hope to see these and much more on your channel! I use a rider safe vest for each of my two kids, not sure though if they’re legal in all jurisdictions
If you can find someone with an XK X150 I’d be interested in seeing how the back seats work and what solutions are possible. Sold mine a while back but might buy again when I have kids if they can fit!
These cars sound awesome. I love cars that have the ability for drama without going ridiculous speeds. Do you think the running costs would be overall similar to your Aston?
Similar yes, maybe even the gran Turismo being a little more. It seems they have more common things that can go wrong so potential for more frequent maintenance bills. The car featured here is constantly going on massive road trips though so hats off to the owner.
I'm thinking of buying one n this is my kinda review lol practicality and running costs :D also my only running costs will b starter motors cos come on, them cold starts 🤯 only reason to own one 😅
Sure it has 4 seats and unless you are a nordic giant getting back there is not too difficult or uncomfortable but let's be realistic, this is by no means a family oriented gran tourer. The QP is a much better practical saloon for family outings.
You’re not wrong but my definition of a DadCar is something that’s “just” practical enough 😅 so I’ll always take the mild pain for extra smiles… I’ve done a Quattroporte on the channel as well check it out 😜
I’m thinking about either an Aston Martin DBS, DB9, Vanquish, Maserati Granturisimo MC Stradale or a Porsche 911 997.2 or 992! I can’t make my mind up yet!. However would love to come to Dads n Cars meet in the future! 😊
@@danielappleton4259 ah… I’m as south as you can get near Portsmouth 😅 if you’re ever heading down south drop me an email otherwise I’m making a list of those up north and may well plan a family trip and get a handful filmed 🤗
I don’t know if it counts as a dad car but I have an fk2 typed r tuned to nearly 400hp. Reliable, practical, economical and quick, it’s also a garage queen. I have to admit I’m tempted by the Granturismo but the running costs put me off a bit.
Great review,just one question..I’m thinking of buying one & then driving through Europe.I want to take my mountain bike,so do the rear seats fold? I don’t like the idea of taking the wheels off and putting it on the rear seat & I don’t want a back rack..
@@dadcars wondering how it fits with 3 child seats in the back! Another great one I would love to see on your channel-> Ferrari 612! Great timeless v12 classic. Would be great next to your DB9.
@@dadcars yes， my dream is to have a granturismo s and a quattroporte V. But also wonder how good is the 2013 quattroporte gts with 3.8 twin turbo engine. But my wifu wanted a porsche:(, im trying to display ur video to her hahahahaha
Idk, gotta dissagree on the new design. Absolutely hated it!! Maybe it'll grow on me just like the Levante did. Also, the GT looks way better than the FF/GT C4Lusso
My only worries with Maseratis are reliability, cost of repairs, the electrics and insurance. I spoke to a chap who drove a Ghibli and he always had problems starting it in cold weather. It put me right off them.
The DB9 comparison verdict comes after the credits! Well worth watching, I got taken by surprise with this car and forgot to say while in the GT 🤯
This is exactly the channel for me, going through this same process now trying to find a special dad car. Keep up the good work! Other side of the pond
Amazing! glad you found us!! I hope to get some muscle cars on the channel 🙏
Same here brother
Love this channel. Dad of 2 kids from Scottsdale AZ (originally from wales). Have a 2013 granturismo - it really is the ultimate dad car.
I’m half Welsh 👏 glad you found the channel :)
@@dadcars the good half of course haha. There you go… a ‘dad joke’ for you too
Just purchased a 2008 Gran Turismo and it’s superb. I don’t impress easily having owned Ferraris, Lambos and many other super cars in my wealthier days. Now in my seventies I was looking for something different but powerful for not too much money. The Gran Turismo fitted the requirements spot on. They are so much car for the money. One of the best looking and elegant cars on the road. They are fast enough for todays road conditions, handle superbly and sound better than the Mercedes 55 AMG I used to own! Mine is the base model with the 4.2 V8. Drop it into sports mode and it comes to life! Paddle shifters work well or if you feel lazy leave it in auto. Mine is metallic black with tan leather. Buy now before prices go up!
Sounds like a lovely car Roger… I love these cars a lot 🥰
The problem I have is that once you discover sport mode you don’t want to use it in the normal mode ever again. I find it really dull and un exciting. Press the Sport and the car comes alive !
I test drove a 4.2 yesterday, came home and put my S6 up for sale 😂
What about ground clearance and corrosion ? Any probs ?
@@MrSmegfish Mine does seem to have been coated underneath but I have not heard that they have a rust problem or at least no worse than any other car of that age. No problem on ground clearance but care needs to be taken when negotiating speed bumps.
You are also right about this gear box. Everytime you drive it- all of the grievances you log as you are upshifting through the gears from a stop are immediately forgiven when you shift back down to your next stop. Then you just repeat that cycle. And you always walk away from the car with a huge grin because of course you have to end on the downshift part.
That’s good to know my senses were correct, first time I drove one like this and only had a short time driving, look forward to getting another maser or even a prancing horse with this style box ☺️
The Masserati Grantourismo became my favouite car ever since I saw one when I was 12. I'm currently 23 and it is STILL my favourite car of all time.
The sound of the exhaust is just remarkable. Best sounding car in my book! My love for it just went higher when I know that it's family-friendly after doing some research back then.
Thank you for this review!
Funny how cars stick with you from an experience as a child. It was the Lotus Elise for me and I then owned one as an adult 👏
@@dadcars i mean, i knew about ferraris and labos and i see them all the time even when i was little. I live in Hong Kong and everyone is fairly rich here so that’s why.
But something about the Maserati just hits different.
@@henryt9731 they are so much more practical than Italian Supercars yet still have the flair and sound
Just come across this as a recommended video - the RUclips algorithm clearly works, love it! As a dad thinking about getting one of these, thanks for the review, very useful. Dad car meet - cool cars with kids activities, such a good idea, will definitely be keen!
Welcome to the channel 😊 Check out the video of the first Dadcars event 👍 hoping to do more soon
I absoluetly love your channel and I'm not even a dad, but hopefully one day I will! To see how you present cars and kids is amazing, your passion is incredible. A Maserati wouldn't even be on the cards. I was looking at potential 4-door fast Jags and BMWs but to know I have this knowledge in the future is amazing. Honestly thank you man you're amazing and keep up the good work!!! Also apologies for my name I made it when I was 16 and I never comment so I never thougth to change it !:)
It’s like having an embarrassing email address and then having to give it at a job interview, you don’t think about that when you’re 16 🤣 thanks for the kind words my man, hope you stick around and enjoy the channel 👏
I am 23 but I still really find the concept of this channel nice. If I am able to afford a nice car in approximately 3 years I will be informed 😂
I had a 3000gt (GTO twin turbo) when I was 23 but it only cost £3500 at the time
Great video and you got yourself a new subscriber. I own a 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo Sport. And I have two kids. With two kids sitting in the back and me and my wife in the front, it is a perfect family car for weekends (we drive it like this almost every weekend). I used to own a A45 AMG and I sold that and got this. I do miss the hatchback sometimes, but the naturally aspirated V8 and the look, I do not regret.
Awesome! You have one hell of a DadCar my man 👏 hope you enjoy the videos, got some many cool cars lined up this year
How many miles on yours? Is it reliable? I'm about to purchase a 2015 gt s
Brilliant channel just started watching. Had a 4.7 S MC never skipped a beat. Just bought an AM Rapide. My kids are grown up but still prefer the big tourers 👍
Thanks Nick, the Rapide is one hell of a special car for the money! I did a review of the Rapide S… you would also enjoy my last eat video if you haven’t already seen it 😎
I’m kinda more a grandad now but bought a cheap one of these in the same Grigio Granito colour and fortunately I’m able to fix most stuff myself hence buying it for a low price having had several Maseratis in the past. Fab car. The sound is truly amazing although the attention it gets can be a little embarrassing at times! I wouldn’t recommend buying cheap as a rule though since costs for parts alone are really expensive so bite the bullet. Spend as much as you can’t afford on one with full history and like the guy says get a ppi check done as it will save you in the long run
I do admire those who can fix their own performance cars 👏 opens the door to next level cars!
@@dadcarsNeeds must really. Can afford the car but don't want to/can't afford to pay a specialist to fix stuff when I can do it myself. It's kind of made worse by the fact I don't have a garage and have to work on them in a public car park ! At the end of the day they're only metal and everything is fixable. I do remember changing the clutch on a Merak SS I had and my goodness me that was a faff. Even my neighbour who was a mechanical engineer couldn't believe how it had all been put together !
Well said, this car is a Masterpiece 🔱, lot of people are gone wish they bought one and kept it for a long period of time, this Masterpiece is gone be one of a kind collectable classic pretty soon.
Far too many have been neglected so the numbers of decent examples is getting lower… it is a masterpiece I agree 🙌
Just purchased a 2014 Granturismo sport white. You were spot on with your review I love this car especially in sport mode. Couldn’t believe I fit grown ups comfortably in the back. I had a corvette but this is way more practical
Amazing! What a car 👏 I’ve done a GranCabrio comparison video too 🙌
Che bella macchina ❤
These Ferrari / Maser V8s are just insane and the world will be a duller place when they fade away.
Thanks for more amazing content Ben!
(I also agree that crunchy chips are the best)
Thank you Jon 😎 whatever happens one day I will own something with an Italian V8! Crispy chips for the win 😂
i think we have the same taste. I have a rapide S, an rs6 and a bmw 640i cabrio. My criteria is to be able to ferry both my kids and my wife. i love the gran turismo and the FF / Lusso too!
Awesome Bobby! Your living the Dadcars dream! What a cool dad 😎 one day I’ll get a FF on the channel!
I've had one for 10 years and daily it with the kids. Can't find anything to replace it with that sounds as good so keeping it.
It’s a tough one! For the same money I’m struggling to think of alternatives that do it as well as the GT well done for using it as a long term Dad Car! 👏
I just picked up a 2009 S as well- same color. You nailed this on all points. I bought a 26k mile excellent condition example for less than 1/4 of its 2009 MSRP. Your comparison to the FF was spot on except that the GTS looks far better. I too can’t believe how good this car is and how fun it is to drive for the $$. There is no comparison to anything else. And the look on peoples face when I tell them it’s a 2009 - they can’t believe it.
As stunning and imposing today as it was in 2007… amazing 👏
Any cold start rattle on yours ? It's quite common on these engines
@@Lee_Pitcher I have not had that
Still had no issues? I’m in the market for this very car but think the auto not the MC
@@seechim I think the auto is a good/perfectly fine call. It’s like traditional manual vs full auto- if you will drive it all the time then full auto is just better- but if you are only driving it when you are in the mood to really drive- then the manual (or in this case robotic-manual) is more enjoyable. If you get the F1 box then you know you are getting into a $$$ clutch replacement every 25k-40k miles or so
Have a 12 GT, here's a tip. Never block either seat from going all the way back. If you do and it performs a seat check, it will strip the seat motor and your seat will be stuck where it is. Also, do your own minor maintenance like fluid changes etc will save you tons of cash.
That seems a good thing to know 🫣… the latest Astons can detect if it’s crushing someone and stops 😅
I guess it's 10 on that does the stop and move forward because my 10 gt does it, good info to look out for
Great video, comments are spot on and the reason I bought a 2011 GTS MC Shift too. Purely for the noise along it's worth owning one of these, like you say doing 20mph it still sounds incredable esp in sport with the down shifts. subbed
Thanks my man and welcome! You have a very cool car 😎
I've just sold a 2005 CLK55 cabriolet. I wanted a 987 Boxster S but two small children said otherwise. The CLK AMG V8 is more powerful, noisier and all the space in the back.
If you can find an AMG CLK, it'll be a good video. My kids eventually got too big and the wife said I wasn't allowed to keep it for a weekend toy.
Now I'm looking for a V8 4 door dad car
Don’t rule out the Granturismo! It’s very easy getting in the back and it’s massive back there. Otherwise check out my quattroporte video 😊
I called it before Doug. I think the automated manuals like this and the SMG-II in my M3 will become a thing again. Not brilliant for a daily but for your 3rd car they're mechanical. You have to learn and understand them and they are ace!
They are a much more involving auto box for sure 👏
You nailed it. the automated manual is the true petrol head’s choice. I own 2005 QP manual and 2012 GTS auto. QP is the more engaging and better handling car. I drive it on sport manual mode only and still have the original clutch at 60,000 miles. Both are very reliable
Loved this review. Brilliant thing about this car is the experience at low speed. My Dad car is an Alfa Romeo Giulia QV and you’re at illegal speeds far too easily 😮
Oooo! Hope to get an Alfa on the channel at some point. Low speed fun in this is 10/10
I've just picked you up through the JayEmm video. If only I'd found this sooner! After our second I was looking for something for work and zip around in. Because of car seat worries I ended up with a BMW 540 and a Z4 but if I'd known about these options I probably would have combined the dosh and plumped for a single car that could do it all!
That sounds like a fun duo! I often wonder what two car combo I would get if I sold my Aston and got two, including a 2 seater. 👍
Wonderful comparison ! I‘m shame to say, but I own both. Aston DB9, 2004 and Maserati Granturismo S automatic , 2009 (same ZF gearbox). The DB9 is faster, stiffer and the top is lower, more sportscar touch. The Maserati is comfortable, spacious and a design iconic car, but quite more lower on the street - and use min.2litre less fuel as the V12 of DB9! Both sounds are impressive, but I have no favorite one. I have only one son, but a long trip, is only possible with the Maserati. Both cars are not really comparable, the power/torque of the Aston make it to my favorite ! With really family focus - only Maserati
Fantastic you’re loving the dream my friend! Huge complement from someone who owns both 👏
I love your daughters indifference. My kids don’t care about cars, bar my 18 months with an R class which met universal acclaim through the space and ride.
Great review, love everything about this car, a true drivers car.
I had my Granturismo reviewed earlier this year by Ross reviews in Perth.
So far your channel ticks all the boxes for exciting GT cars.
Fantastic stuff 👍
Thank you Chris! Got more GTs and some other exciting stuff lined up 😉
Oh this guy is obviously a genius. From now on I shall only watch his vids and take his advice. It is so good of him to share his extraordinary life's knowledge and experience with us. Thank God I found him. I have made sure to tell ALL my friends on social media about this. Great stuff. Keep it up.
@@erepsekahs it’s not going to be for everyone 🤷♂️ luckily there are already one or two other car content creators out there 😉 so someone for everyone. Drop me a message on Instagram 👍
@@dadcars I understand. You have to promote what you are paid to promote.
Ive driven every exotic.This is on top of my list
Very special cars 👏😎
Awesome reviews! Binging all of them ! Same situation as most! I'm looking for a wow dadcar. Yes, you can opt for a panamera or quatroporte, and there are the Rs6 and M8 grandcoupe that are great family cars! But the dadcar is something else! As usual, the price dictates, but a decent 60.000 euro is the sweet spot. Some are over the cut-out price, but....
My shortlist is:
For a manual:
1. Evora 400 or GT
2. Mustang GT or Mach 1
3. GR 86
4. 911 S
5. DB 9
Auto:
1. Grandturismo
2. 612 Scaglietti
3. LC500
4. Vanquish
That’s an exciting list! I wouldent rule out an auto DB9, it suits the car well. Evora, Mustang and granturismo are strong options. Got loads more lined up on the channel 👏☺️
612 would be very exciting… would love to feature one of those in 2023 😎
I am loving your content, hits the nail right on the head for me, I'm yet to take the plunge into a 2 door GT, I've progressed from a 5 series Bm to a 7 series onto a Panamera Turbo but there are loads of unloved 2 door GT bargains, gotta love the depreciation.
Keep it up a well deserved sub from me.
Awesome glad you found the channel Philip 👏 cool list of cars, loads of potentials for you to explore already on the channel and a lot more lined up this year
I had to subscribe and like, what a great concept of YT channel, love the video, being a dad myself and loving fast sport cars, looking forward to more vids.
Thanks man! You found us at a good time as we’ve done loads of cool cars since this one 😎
I like the name of the channel and can't wait to see it grows!
Thank you Bryan, lots of exciting things to come!
Got to be one of the best value for looks and sound dad cars about? Did look at one of these when the teenagers wouldn’t fit it the back of the DB9 any more! Great review again 👍
I agree Steve! Such an exciting and beautiful car for the money! 👏
Great job. 2015 MC Stradale owner. If you think the Sport button is great, you need to hear the Race button in the MC Stradale 😊
Thanks!! Really want to get a MC stradale and a Sport GTS Quattroporte on the channel 😎
Great video, even do it's not the GT MC. It's a Timeless Masterpiece. The one your reviewing its a GT S.
If you loved this car so much but can't get over the trans tunnel then get the quattroporte S with ZF. It's what I have, and i chose it over the gt for the 5th seat. They both sound the same, drive almost the same.
I did love the 4.2 quattroporte I drove on the channel. They are both contenders 😎
thanks so much for putting together all of this content. I am in the process of selling my Mercedes SL600, a 2 seater pre-kids purchase, with a convertible I can actually drive with the whole family. I have been looking all around and the cabrio version of this I saw in one of your other videos is the ticket!! Can't wait to get one of my own. best, Tom
I’m happy people continue to enjoy these videos 🙌😊
Own a Maserati GT MC Shift. My second GranTurismo having owned the 4.2 version previously. Ultimate Dad Car. So much bang for the money. Shared Ferrari parts without the price. Put a Scuderia shield on its flanks and it would be selling for 300 percent more.
I’ve done a few more Gran Turismo videos since this 👌 they really are special DadCars
Quality! That looked so much fun 🤩 great video Ben. Really enjoying your channel!
Can’t wait for your next car 😉
Found you by watching JayEmm. Love your enthusiasm. I'd offer my e61 M5 as a contender but it was stolen in June and Churchill still haven't settled.
Oh man that’s horrible to hear… I’d love to do an M5 as I could for 4 across the back and take the wife! Definitely on the list for down the line. Hope it gets sorted for you soon 🙏
Appeals more to me too. Big mistake to drop V8 for a 6 twin turbo the V8 sounds so much better plus everyone always says the sound of V8 is favorite thing about Maserati
I like rear lights, especially if you tint the reverse lights
Yeah I’ve seen a lot of people do that 👍
Great video have always loved the look of this Maserati and that sound is amazing
They are amazing!
Great video. We do feel the passion you have for the engine and we share your passion! 😊
Love these V8s so much I had to buy one for myself 🙌🥹
Great video Ben, I just subscribed yesterday and already you have reviewed my choice of a 'Dad Car' my Maserati GrandTurismo S (Well to be truthful I also have a GranCabrio S as well) mine are both 2011s bought during the pandemic with 10k and 11k miles a piece. I have 3 kids but 2 are grown and at University. Both cars are ZF autos with paddle shifts, the coupé has oval exhausts but the Cabrio doesn't, just for what it is worth. I love the space in back for my 5'6" daughter. I'm 6'1" and she can happily sit behind me. Also thought I'd throw this info for you, on a 200 mile trip recently cruise set at 80 mph (light traffic so 75-80 mph most of the time) I saw 23 mpg, so if you are just taking it easy, but quick it can be quite frugal for a 4.7 V8. Glorious noise, more than 'fast enough' and a top speed North of 180 mph with super model looks, I think these NA Ferrari built V8s in a Pininfarina drop dead gorgeous body will go up in value over time. Both of mine were 1 owner cars serviced at Ferrari dealerships with ridiculously low mileage. I feel like I stole them, and I'm ok with that b/c I paid asking price on one and just under on the second. Best of luck with your channel. And send the best to your wife and cute kids.
Thanks for the great comment Andy! Wow that’s insane you have both! Cabrio would be awesome to feature one day. I’d also love to try and compare both gearbox’s. 👍
Andy am I right in thinking the cabrio has an even larger rear transmission tunnel separating the two rear seats? If so do you know why? Is it something that could be removed to accommodate a 3 across seat?
@@dadcars The rear transmission tunnels are the same size
@@andybroer651 ok good to know, I thought I saw they had fixed arm rests. Thanks for clarifying 😊
@@dadcars Cabrio's trunk is *tiny* but I couldn't make up my mind between the two, so I bought them both! Depreciation was my best friend :-) now I see prices starting to creep upwards... good for me, bad for others unless they buy one soon. Really like your videos so far, keep at it! Cheers.
I daily drive mine 2018 gts and it is very roomy w big trunk. I love it and well worth the $
Ooo 2018! Are there any internal upgrades on the later cars?
@@dadcars yes a few.
The front end is different, if you at it head on you can see the difference.
2018-2019 have the same design. These also have back up camera and different infotainment system.
Older models have have the f136u 4.2l v8 with 400hp and the newer have the f136y 4.7l v8 with 445hp
That’s the main differences
Great review and love the passion. One of the cars I absolutely love.
It blew me away! I was ready to say why it’s not a good as my DB9 but forgot all that about as soon as I heard and felt it that’s why I had to put it after the credits!😅
I love the sound of these 🚙 💨 🎶
If/when you find one of these in a barn somewhere promise you’ll bring me along for the video 🙏 you’ll want there to convince you it’s an excellent idea for you to buy and restore 😅
Wow this is the channel is for me, dad of 2 girls. I am looking at this and I would love to have it as a weekend car. Keep up the good work and greetings from Mallorca/Spain.
Awesome! Glad you found the channel 🙌😊
OMG now I got to go out and get me one, maybe in this summer.
Do it, do it! 👏😅
Subscribed. Thank you for this video - well done! 🍺
Thanks man! I’ve done so many other amazing cars too! 🙌
i suppose he disconnected his speedometer and tachometer for this presentation-however his information was spot on--i have the Grand Turismo, and it's a fantastic car,,i got 26mpg with A/C running--i took pictures to prove it if anyone were skeptical-it is a wonderful daily drivers car-the interiors are a work of art-the fit and finish is top notch-i
The gran Turismo is a car that you can drive around at 20, 30, 40 and it sounds and feels like your going a lot faster. No creative editing required it’s brilliant.
So you liked it? Great review and I share your views entirely. Re fuel consumption, the problem is that you will always be tempted to be in sport/mc manual mode...
Mpg is something you’d just have to accept going into it 😜
Subscribed from JayEmm, looking forward to watching your content 👍🏻
Excellent! Welcome! Hope you enjoy the cars we’ve featured so far 👏 be interested to hear what ones your fave
You have no idea how jealous I am that you have driven one of those! I'll have a look for your Facebook page and hopefully post a photo of my rather mundane (by comparison) Alfa. Italian cars have soul.
Honestly there is joy to be found at every budget! I’ve never driven Alfa so I’m jealous of you 😅 please join and post a picture!
@@dadcars I regularly drive to see my brother in Cheltenham, but that involves doing a 520 mile round trip. The only car that came close was my Saab 9-5 Aero. The first Saab 9-5's are an awesome car - I was involved in an accident with a 7.5 ton truck and a VW Polo whilst towing our 1 ton folding camper. They had to cut the driver out of the Polo - the police officer attending said that he was lucky to be alive. All 3 emergency services made a comment about how safe the Saab was. Myself and my wife and son didn't recieve so much as a bruise, and my car was repaired. Our camper was mangled and written off. They are hard to find nowadays, but are a superlative example of Swedish engineering.
@@nekite1 that sounds scary! Funnily enough I may have a Saab coming to the channel soon 😉
@@dadcars I look forward to that - btw my "kids" are now 37 and 34 years old! Ever tried going camping in a 1.2 Vauxhall Nova for 2 weeks in the New Forest with two young kids driving from the north east of England? I did wish for a larger car!
@@nekite1 one is the same age as me ☺️
Keep up the great work. My boyhood dream car is a DB9 like yours... I currently have an F Type R so not a great Dad Car, I can only take one of the rugrats at a time!
They are stunning cars and sound great though 👍 1 on 1 time is magical
@@dadcars Yeah, I smiled when you were talking about pops and crackles, mine sounds like gunfire in a tunnel. Meets would be awesome, my five year-old son adores cars and we've been to a couple of Jag meets. He loves @Podium too.
@@Bluebottle_GB join the Facebook group, I’m hoping to plan one as soon as the weather starts getting better in the new year 👍 with activities for the little ones 👏
Cool channel mate.
My V8 vantage was my Dad car, as I could legally place the baby in the front passenger seat, however, I long for a true back seater and have considered these.
This car reminds me of the Ferrari Roma. They look like they literally just copied it.
A 2 seater that you can switch the passenger airbag off is a great DadCar if you have only one. I took my youngest to a car show recently in the DadB9 rear facing in the back. The granturismo is an impressive option if true rear seat practicality is required. Nothing sounds better. I’ve lots of over contenders on the channel already to watch and more to come 😎
Thanks for making this informative and helpful video
Thanks Charlie, I’m on a mission to do a video like this on every exciting car out there, loads on the channel already ☺️
Nice vid, came here from Jayemm and really like your thing👍 when my 2 boys were young I drove a 75 BMW 2002, my eldest son also drives it today.
No way! Those things are so cool looking! I love that the passion for cars got though to them, I really hope some of mine continue to love cars as they become adults 🥰
Every review gets me that little bit closer to taking a deep breath and jumping in. How much can it cost if I purchased and kept for 1 year only???? 😬😬 Even today they command presence on arrival. Bring the noise.
I’d say as long as you buy a decent one with a proper PPI you should be able to get in and out unscathed 😜 GO FOR IT! 👏
Great review and colab with JayEmm. Would love to see a sub 10k “dad car” video. Subbed 👍🏽
Thank you! I’ve got some cool sub 10k cars booked in to film 👏
You know it is a good car when your face hurts from smiling after a good drive!
I couldn’t contain myself! 😆 keep looking at auto trader 🙄
@@dadcars I fully understand you. I have been there plenty of times. But so far I am "stuck"with my five cylinder (See comment on facebook)
beautiful review mate ! i hope in the future when i have kids i can own one of these sweet Italian beauty.
👏😊
Love this video!! And we’ve been thinking of the same cars! Our current “dad car” line up: S500 cabriolet, FF, Cali 30.
Wow yes that’s certainly an insane DadCars fleet! 🤯 👏
@@dadcars thank you and hope to see these and much more on your channel! I use a rider safe vest for each of my two kids, not sure though if they’re legal in all jurisdictions
@@kknhk I would love to get each of those on the channel for sure!
Another cracking video, nice one Ben 👍
Thanks Ian, it’s been a dream run of masers for the channel and it all began with your wonderful 3200gt 🙏
That sound is sublime. I need a GT....and some chips now
Lol do you like the crispy ones? 😅
I love them all @@dadcars 😆
If you can find someone with an XK X150 I’d be interested in seeing how the back seats work and what solutions are possible. Sold mine a while back but might buy again when I have kids if they can fit!
Absolutely yes! I’d love to do both generations of XK.
cant beat the sound ! .......ask my neghbours at 4.30 on a sunday morning and i only have the 4.2ltr Quattropote !! :)
I loved the 4.2 quattroporte I reviewed 🥰
These cars sound awesome. I love cars that have the ability for drama without going ridiculous speeds. Do you think the running costs would be overall similar to your Aston?
Similar yes, maybe even the gran Turismo being a little more. It seems they have more common things that can go wrong so potential for more frequent maintenance bills. The car featured here is constantly going on massive road trips though so hats off to the owner.
I'm thinking of buying one n this is my kinda review lol practicality and running costs :D also my only running costs will b starter motors cos come on, them cold starts 🤯 only reason to own one 😅
Thanks Ash, it’s a very practical car that’s sounds incredible, very special thing to drive around in with your children 🤗
Nice review. The owner of the car must be a really cool person 😎🤔😉
Certainly is! 👏😅
he won't stop talking
Sure it has 4 seats and unless you are a nordic giant getting back there is not too difficult or uncomfortable but let's be realistic, this is by no means a family oriented gran tourer.
The QP is a much better practical saloon for family outings.
You’re not wrong but my definition of a DadCar is something that’s “just” practical enough 😅 so I’ll always take the mild pain for extra smiles… I’ve done a Quattroporte on the channel as well check it out 😜
Just set off in the car. "Dad can I have something to eat" 🤣😂🤣 all children are the same
Those are sugar free sweets as well! Learnt my lesson there 😅
I’m thinking about either an Aston Martin DBS, DB9, Vanquish, Maserati Granturisimo MC Stradale or a Porsche 911 997.2 or 992! I can’t make my mind up yet!. However would love to come to Dads n Cars meet in the future! 😊
I’ve done reviews on a number of those 🤙 I’ll have a DadCars section at the Petrolheadonism events this year 🙌
People can have their EV's. There's nothing like the visceral feel of a performance vehicle.
Just bought the MC Strad - little boy 4 loves it - scooter bike all sort fit in
If you wanna review that be my guest
Oh wow great stuff 👏 Where are you based Daniel?
@@dadcarsLeeds
@@danielappleton4259 ah… I’m as south as you can get near Portsmouth 😅 if you’re ever heading down south drop me an email otherwise I’m making a list of those up north and may well plan a family trip and get a handful filmed 🤗
It would be bigger than the DB9, the Gran Turismo is built on the Quattroporte floorpan, so it's a 4 door saloon with a coupe body
It’s not as wide though 😅 I remembered to mention this in my Quattroporte video but not in this one
Stunning car - would love one!!!
I keep looking at auto trader 🙈
@@dadcars I am awaiting the call to persuade me to sell it to you!
I don’t know if it counts as a dad car but I have an fk2 typed r tuned to nearly 400hp. Reliable, practical, economical and quick, it’s also a garage queen. I have to admit I’m tempted by the Granturismo but the running costs put me off a bit.
Sounds like an awesome DadCar Sam, I bet that’s an animal! My most recent video was a modern JDM hot hatch… id like to get more on the channel 👍
@@dadcars welcome to review mine anytime pal. I’m down on the south coast nr Brighton. I’ll check out that review thx
@@samwilde595 hi Sam that sounds great I’m based near Portsmouth, drop me a message on Instagram DadCars88
Such a beautiful car! I think I want to get one as my daily driver! 😊
Great review,just one question..I’m thinking of buying one & then driving through Europe.I want to take my mountain bike,so do the rear seats fold? I don’t like the idea of taking the wheels off and putting it on the rear seat & I don’t want a back rack..
I noticed how the clock in the dash is still angled towards the left hand seat, where a driver would be in LHD, ie European, markets!
That’s an interesting spot! I’ll have to take a closer look next time :)
Great review! Maybe could you do a test of Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 5 seat belt?
Yes! hoping to do one this year ☺️
@@dadcars wondering how it fits with 3 child seats in the back! Another great one I would love to see on your channel-> Ferrari 612! Great timeless v12 classic. Would be great next to your DB9.
@@vincentschippers5045 I absolutely love the looks of the 612 and can’t wait to drive one 😎 I’ve never driven a Ferrari.
Great video. I own the 2014 GTS.
👌😮💨 you have a very special Dadcars my man 👏
Such a beautiful passionate italian beauty....thank you for the review insights. Always tempted
It’s one of those cars so many of us was tempted by! In some ways it would have been easier if I didn’t like it! Now I’ve this burning desire! 😅
Out of the quattroporte vs granturismo you drove, which was more fun and better sound?
Is grantursimo with this transmission gearbox reliable？that mught be the only problem of this car😅 Will u choose a zf box or this ferrari box？
I’d like to try both to see which I prefer, be interesting
@@dadcars Yeah man, cant wait for your next video of Maserati!!!!!!!!
@@michaelzhang7317 have you seen the other 3 Maseratis I’ve reviewed already?
@@dadcars yes， my dream is to have a granturismo s and a quattroporte V. But also wonder how good is the 2013 quattroporte gts with 3.8 twin turbo engine. But my wifu wanted a porsche:(, im trying to display ur video to her hahahahaha
10/10
Do you have the stereo upgrade details (brand, model, etc) for the CarPlay system in there?
The owner of this car is in the Dadcars Facebook group. If you joined and asked I’ll tag him so he can send you the link and details 👍
You won’t need the stereo in the GT at all. Just put the windows down and listen !
The best systems are from Aucar , you can find a RUclipsr called CaymenSpider who shows you the process of fitting them…..it’s a big job!
What is the dif between the 2008 and the 2009 transmission one yr only??
Do the rear seats have top tether anchors? Thank you
Great video
Thanks 😊
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Idk, gotta dissagree on the new design. Absolutely hated it!! Maybe it'll grow on me just like the Levante did.
Also, the GT looks way better than the FF/GT C4Lusso
Will have to see one in person to make your final call ☺️
Putting stickers all over the car and having to repaint it is not a real cost of ownership. Nor is adding Apple CarPlay.
why only right ear sound?
Technical issue 🙈 I’ve sorted it on all videos after this, check out the gran cab vid 🙌
My only worries with Maseratis are reliability, cost of repairs, the electrics and insurance. I spoke to a chap who drove a Ghibli and he always had problems starting it in cold weather. It put me right off them.
Yep they do have their downsides … and likely what puts most people off… however variety is the spice of life 😎
Just right audio working 😭😭😭
I know 🙈 it’s too late! I fixed it on all my new videos 🥲
Subbed
Thanks 😊 welcome!
the clutch cost...