I Bought The CHEAPEST (Broken) Maserati GranTurismo In The US

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  • Опубликовано: 24 янв 2025

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  • @WatchJRGo
    @WatchJRGo  Год назад +23

    Yes the Maserati logo is called the Trident, I said that early on in the video... but everyone makes fun of it and calls it a spork or a fork. (Literally a very common joke) I'm going to make fun of it from now on, life's not that serious 🧐

    • @dgh0yt
      @dgh0yt Год назад

      Why did they name their spork logo after a chewing gum brand? 🤣

    • @olikat8
      @olikat8 Год назад

      "Guido Spork"- because Italians have a sense of humor.

    • @pwsharpe
      @pwsharpe Год назад

      pickel fork!

    • @ThriftMachine
      @ThriftMachine Год назад +2

      Fork the haters

  • @ivanp6608
    @ivanp6608 Год назад +15

    Good morning and congratulations on your purchase. Remove the trim panel under the glove compartment and there should be a manual release to open. The extra space that is taken up in your Center armrest is because the center armrest is cooled for your drinks and there is a vent switch on the bottom towards the front. The computer system runs a self test upon initial startup and the check engine light stays on for 15 to 20 seconds and that is completely normal on all of these vehicles. Also blue valve covers mean the engine is a 4.2 L red valve covers means that it is a 4.7 L. Top speed on these I believe was 171 mph. Spare tires were an option and if they did not have one they usually had a compressor with a self-sealing foam cartridge.

  • @100PercentJake
    @100PercentJake Год назад +42

    It's wild how well the exterior design has held up and how insanely dated that interior looks.

    • @MarkGelderland
      @MarkGelderland Год назад +1

      Because it lacks large touch screens? If something will make an interior look dated in the future it's these (cheap to produce) huge ugly lcd screens most modern cars have to avoid the expense of engineering, wiring and building a cabin full of pricey analog switches, knobs and gauges.

    • @turbo1997hsm
      @turbo1997hsm Год назад

      ​@@MarkGelderlandNo, because the placement of the screen, and the fact that it looks like a dash straight out of an '04 E class.

    • @manofweed1
      @manofweed1 Год назад +2

      Retro, not dated.

  • @jb678901
    @jb678901 Год назад +44

    First saw this car on the Fiorano Circuit in late 2006. It was the testing prototype that later debuted at the Geneva Car Show in 2007. I was there as part of a management development program with the thrid partner of Ferrari-Scuderia F1. As part of the leadership week, the company had flown 20 employees in 4 jets to Bologna, followed by bus drive down to Maranello for a day with the F1 Team (Todt, Brawn, etc.). I had two ride-alongs on the track that foggy/rainy day. One in an Enzo and the other in an F360 Challenge Stradale. It was in the later car that we passed another car with black tape covering many of its design elements. A few months later, it would be known as the GranTurismo. Good times. Hard to believe that was about 17 years ago.
    PS: It's not a fork...it's a TRIDENT!

  • @Scotty_in_Ohio
    @Scotty_in_Ohio Год назад +13

    My wife and son would love to have a car like this - though I don't think they understand that if/when it breaks it would be up to me to fix it or an expensive trip to the shop and could mean long waits for the parts. I'm glad that there are folks out there that appreciate these for what they are and are willing to keep them up / fix them and enjoy them.

  • @ducky1496
    @ducky1496 Год назад +8

    The wiggly crank tool is for moving the power seat if the drive motor shits itself. Nice project JR!!!

    • @jasonmunger8409
      @jasonmunger8409 Год назад +2

      For some reason, I read that as "if the DRIVER shits itself". haha

  • @KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland
    @KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland Год назад +11

    First engine mod = Have a look at videos changing the headcam oilfeed plunger near the cams which are narrow. With cold starts, these cams receive too little oil... The mod is to enlarge the oilfeed openings .......

    • @marcmo7138
      @marcmo7138 Год назад +5

      I'm sure you cringed on the cold rev.

  • @ThriftMachine
    @ThriftMachine Год назад +8

    Resonator delete adds a magic burble note, Upgrade the stereo head unit huge difference

  • @alex.kean.v8
    @alex.kean.v8 Год назад +2

    Surprised not many others have said this. The CEL will stay on for 18 seconds after starting, always. No matter if there are codes set or not. -long term quattroporte owner.

  • @InspiredJJ
    @InspiredJJ Год назад +4

    That rubbery tool in the tool kit is for urinary tract infections.

  • @r.bruceroederer2150
    @r.bruceroederer2150 Год назад +4

    Hello JR, That bad boy is dope! 16K for a car that ends in 'I' is just what the doctor ordered. A new set of correct tires (Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS?) will make that car ride totally different. DS18 makes some really nice 6.5" 2 OHM Slim Motorcycle speakers (PRO SM6.2) to replace the old rotten Bose ones. New tweeters, I used some inexpensive JBLs and you will be singing James Corden style!. Bring that factory Bose system to life again. ENJOY!

  • @rayadams5076
    @rayadams5076 Год назад +4

    Back in high school (in the 1970's) one of my best friends bought a 1964 Maserati coupe for $400.00; then spent (well, his dad did) almost $10K to get the transmission fixed. They were able to sell it for what they had in it. My friend then went and bought a new Fiat X19.

  • @billspinner6092
    @billspinner6092 Год назад +4

    I have a 2012 GT convertible, the GranCabrio. Over two years it's been reliable. LIke JR notes, the engine and transmission are pretty bulletproof. The car was dated when it was built, but is just something fun to look at and drive,

    • @davefinelli6555
      @davefinelli6555 Год назад +2

      I own the same car. It’s weekend car for my wife and I. We’ve done nothing maintenance and enjoy it. Far more reliable then any bmw or Mercedes I’ve owned. Plus nothing looks like it.

  • @Alfa_davo
    @Alfa_davo Год назад +5

    Awesome car. Should also try a 4200 / GranSport. They have the same 4.2 litre engine and are smaller and lighter. I have a GranSport and it has been very reliable. I personally love the CambioCorsa gearbox and the sound is epic…particularly the downshifts in sport mode. You will have loads of fun in the Granturismo! Looking forward to more Maserati content

  • @QALibrary
    @QALibrary Год назад +6

    If you are still smelling fuel goodness sake check the fuel pump tops - they could have the same issue as the Ferrari fuel pumps with the plastic tops

  • @johnlukach4091
    @johnlukach4091 Год назад +4

    I'm so f*ing happy you got this! These and the quattroportes are great! Awesome color and exhaust. Best car on the channel since the S type R

  • @RealRickCox
    @RealRickCox Год назад +27

    I like the look of that Maserati. Was hoping you'd tell us how you fixed all the issues (like the gasoline smell) before you put it back up for sale.

    • @BigMikeLV
      @BigMikeLV Год назад +5

      that probably has to do with the charcoal canister. When you over fill the gas some can seep into the charcoal canister and cause that smell issue.

    • @WatchJRGo
      @WatchJRGo  Год назад +6

      I haven't even started working on it, parts are on the way 🍻

  • @turbo1997hsm
    @turbo1997hsm Год назад +1

    Always liked the exteriors on these

  • @FeloniousSavage
    @FeloniousSavage Год назад +2

    Ya boy John Ross hopped back in the car game swinging with the Maserati... 💪😎

  • @lesm285
    @lesm285 Год назад +2

    I always loved the way these things look. It's pretty timeless.

  • @Dorightby
    @Dorightby Год назад +2

    If you plan on keeping it I recommend doing the cam camp modification to save your variators

  • @CarswithNash
    @CarswithNash Год назад +5

    Sweet car John. Definitely sounds awesome!

  • @svpracer98
    @svpracer98 Год назад +2

    I remember a "mission" in Driver SF had this car... And it definitely made that entire sequence of events rather enjoyable to play.

  • @cppctek
    @cppctek Год назад +7

    the sound is epic!! I wonder if its got a tune. Cant wait to see how it runs when all the codes fixed.

  • @johnchurch4705
    @johnchurch4705 Год назад

    The S button should open the flaps up in the exhaust system, my brother has the same car. He’s looking into upgrading his stereo for an info system.

  • @thepalm2791
    @thepalm2791 Год назад +3

    You can open the glovbox, it should have a red string coming down at the back, look for it.

  • @jb678901
    @jb678901 Год назад +1

    A Bluetooth FM transmitter (Jabra carkit) does the trick for me with an out of date car. Had good experiences piping Spotify or RUclips music direct from phone to the car's stereo system with the Jabra carkit...even supports handsfree phone calls over the sound system.

  • @marvelousme5
    @marvelousme5 Год назад +1

    JR, I absolutely LOVE this car!!!! It sounds so good!!!! Please fix the music in it and the glove box!!!!
    This Maserati is the best sounding car I have heard in a while!!!!
    I love the wood grain on the steering wheel too!!!! It is a beautiful car and it sounds amazing!!!!
    I want more Maseratis on the channel!!!!
    Thanks for buying it and don’t do anything to the muffler or sound because it sounds amazing!!!!
    Take care and I absolutely love this car!!!! 👍🏻😃

  • @mikeholbrook5084
    @mikeholbrook5084 Год назад +1

    Kool, gotta get your dad in there. I always enjoy seeing him and hearing his comments.

  • @trainships1795
    @trainships1795 Год назад +2

    It's called a Trident. Neptune was the inspiration for the Maserati Symbol. The Statue of Neptune in Balogna,Italy to be exact.

    • @WatchJRGo
      @WatchJRGo  Год назад

      It's a joke, everyone calls it a spork... 🤷‍♂️

  • @anangryoldman8469
    @anangryoldman8469 Год назад +3

    The damage to the right rear rocker, and the tire cut on the inside - you might want to put it on the alignment rack and check to see if the rear wheel is out of alignment, maybe from an impact.

  • @javierbenjamin5437
    @javierbenjamin5437 Год назад +3

    its all about the looks and the experience of driving it -- love it

  • @mattbona3144
    @mattbona3144 Год назад +1

    I love my 2018 GT! How do I know what transmission is in it? I'm guessing based on the video but Im going to bet you have a stock exhaust.

  • @marvelousme5
    @marvelousme5 Год назад +2

    Thanks for the excellent video and again I absolutely LOVE this car!!!! Take care and have a wonderful night and week!!!! 👍🏻😃

  • @ricoolivier
    @ricoolivier Год назад +4

    Please let your Dad drive it! He loved the Jaguar you had and I'm sure this will be much more of a gentleman's cup of tea. "The hard riding hardcore sports cars we all love..."made me think this won't stay long if your Dad doesn't keep it... Fantastic video!

  • @Engineering_Improvisation
    @Engineering_Improvisation Год назад +1

    What I find to work really well on sticky trim (that doesn't have print on it) is Sodium Carbonate, which is the main ingredient in many powdered laundry detergents. Mix strong and scrub with a toothbrush. Of course, you'll need to remove the part from the car first.

  • @Anne6621
    @Anne6621 Год назад +2

    that car is one of the best designs ever , almost bought one but got a Toyota Avalon instead ,and it happens to be the best car i ever bought in my 55 years of buying automobiles

  • @eeves
    @eeves Год назад

    there are replacement and a/c and radio/nav head units out there, including the Tesla-sized, that aren't that expensive and do improve the interior.

  • @charlietim3059
    @charlietim3059 Год назад +2

    It's so wonderful that this is a car channel again.

  • @mikeroeder
    @mikeroeder Год назад +1

    Maybe not your cup of tea, but JJ Cale's album 5, from 1979 is superb. Track 1 should be "Thirteen Days." Love that track. "Thirteen days with five to go..."

  • @jeffgordon9103
    @jeffgordon9103 Год назад +3

    That would be an awsome daily. Ive always liked these cars. Enjoy making content with this one!

  • @Swessy
    @Swessy Год назад +1

    The reason for the gps not working is probably because there is no map-disk inside. I had the same thing on my saab where it would show the compass if the disk was removed

  • @richardsmith2721
    @richardsmith2721 Год назад +2

    It's not just Ferrari that gets sticky when the plastic breaks down. It happened to my aunt's Fox Body Mustang, my GTI. It happened to older power tools too.

    • @TheRealAlpha2
      @TheRealAlpha2 Год назад +2

      Anything with softtouch plastic is a ticking time bomb.

  • @Avboden
    @Avboden Год назад +4

    Hopefully the fuel smell is just a clogged fuel tank breather system, it's the right age/generation for that sort of thing.

  • @morstyrannis1951
    @morstyrannis1951 Год назад +29

    The fender vents may not do anything, but at least they’re actual openings in the fender. Unlike the Walmart stick on vents Buick insists on applying.

    • @johnf8877
      @johnf8877 Год назад +4

      I don’t think they look good but Buick does it as a nod to their original side exhaust.

    • @marcmo7138
      @marcmo7138 Год назад +3

      @@johnf8877 On the Lucerns you could tell if they were a v8 or v6 by how many vents were on the fender. 3 for v6 and 4 for v8.

    • @PaintGuy
      @PaintGuy Год назад

      What’s the difference? If they don’t do anything they’re just as pointless imo

    • @marcmo7138
      @marcmo7138 Год назад

      @@PaintGuy I just put that out there so I could get your insightful opinion.

    • @PaintGuy
      @PaintGuy Год назад

      @@marcmo7138That’s great but I’m replying to OP not you 🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @FransvandenBergeMuziekschuur
    @FransvandenBergeMuziekschuur Год назад +1

    You are the man to perfect such a car. I love those Maserati's.

  • @joedunn1109
    @joedunn1109 Год назад +5

    The problem with the charcoal canister probably explains the fuel smell.
    They are very nice looking cars.

  • @pkt1213
    @pkt1213 Год назад +11

    When you see Maserati in the title, you know there are is going to be plenty of content made.
    Buy a 968 for plazooa next year.

  • @mardy908
    @mardy908 Год назад +3

    I did pay 16k for a 2011 GranTurismo S last month 🤔 maybe I have the cheapest clean title running with 0 issue Maserati in the country

  • @kasparsgrinbergs6001
    @kasparsgrinbergs6001 Год назад +1

    a beautiful and perfectly worked car with an excellent Italian v8 sound....I have never bought the cheapest Maserati or any other car that would be the cheapest. I have never had any problems with Maserati.

  • @FeloniousSavage
    @FeloniousSavage Год назад +1

    On today's video Johnny Ross flexes his Maserati with "sticky buttons" 😂😂😂

  • @kennethjacobs2875
    @kennethjacobs2875 Год назад +1

    Truly a beautiful car, I hope we see you working on it.

  • @Cartier_specialist
    @Cartier_specialist Год назад +4

    Not sure if 6 secs has been considered quick for a long time. The Nissan 350Z did 0 to 60 in 5.2 in 2002.

  • @scott01clay74
    @scott01clay74 Год назад +3

    In the beginning you said the car wreaked of gas but you never talked about it again Was there an issue?
    Did you consider doing a radio Swap?

  • @FeloniousSavage
    @FeloniousSavage Год назад +1

    Mom, why is this RUclipsr flexing his pre-owned Maserati on me? 😂😂😂

  • @n9wox
    @n9wox Год назад +2

    Tyler must have been too busy with April and you beat him to the dealership. 😅

  • @Onlooker71
    @Onlooker71 Год назад +4

    Love that car and it sounds amazing. If you can sort out the gas smell and possibly get a new head unit, I’d drive that thing every day.

  • @69Dartman
    @69Dartman Год назад +1

    Back to your roots I see, another cool project we can follow along with 😎

  • @firedrew
    @firedrew Год назад

    Easy Off Oven Cleaner! Best thing to fix the sticky buttons, I've fixed many exotics with this method. Give it a shot JR!

  • @flashbackfrank
    @flashbackfrank Год назад +20

    Anyone else remember when JR used to fix cars? Ahhhh those were the days.😊

  • @trololazore
    @trololazore Год назад

    As a dealer in ATL that dealer got the best of got you. Those with that many issues struggles sell for $10k-14k

  • @randomthomas2947
    @randomthomas2947 Год назад

    You should try to install a Uconnect system that would be kind of cool to see a video on that 21:11

  • @TheJeracuda
    @TheJeracuda Год назад +1

    lol you should've pissed off all the Porsche purists/enthusiasts by taking Tylers Porsche with the LS. Also this Maserati is still probably better than the one Tavarish drove for Car Trek lol

  • @mistertjon
    @mistertjon Год назад +4

    Always wanted to get one of these. Prices are decent too, just dread the Italian engineering😵‍💫

  • @lenlowe332
    @lenlowe332 Год назад

    This radio is a rebranded Peugeot RT3. There are adapter for the CD changer to delet it and add Bluetooth, Aux and USB.

  • @MrWoodyBalto
    @MrWoodyBalto Год назад +3

    Radio should have Ted Nugent 'Wango Tango" pre installed.

  • @dosgos
    @dosgos Год назад +1

    The CambioCorsa transmissions required a lot of expensive maintenance and should be avoided. Beautiful car that sounds great too. These were selling for about 20k around 2009-2010.

  • @egeckolizard1149
    @egeckolizard1149 Год назад

    Check engine light always comes on while it does system checks. You do have an aux in, get your glove box open. The word you're looking for is "trident" not sprock or fork. Top speed is 185.

  • @aelaan12
    @aelaan12 Год назад +1

    This is already a classic, she looks beautiful and deserves a loving owner. It might not be a supercar, but it is a nice daily and weekend cruiser.

  • @bradleykurtz5536
    @bradleykurtz5536 Год назад +1

    Maseratis always have the check engine light stay on for a long time after start. Hoovie talked about that in his video with his Quattroporte.

    • @themaseratiinn5743
      @themaseratiinn5743 Год назад +3

      It's a system's check protocol. It stays on for 18 seconds. Ferrari late models did the same thing.

  • @avioncamper
    @avioncamper Год назад +1

    Welcome back from SEMA. Any SEMA content? Nice purchase ! Put the Telsa up for sale and then buy a Maserati. Car looks modern to me , interior is fine, not outdated. In NC Grandma's do not drive M's. They drive Bimmer's, Benz's and the LS 460. Be safe on your trip, hope it does not break down.

    • @WatchJRGo
      @WatchJRGo  Год назад +2

      People don’t really watch SEMA videos so I didn’t shoot a single thing, just hung out and said hi to everyone 🍻

  • @NikoTn1
    @NikoTn1 Год назад +1

    JR, believe it or not the CEL is a factory thing to stay on that long. Weird right?

  • @anilvirginia
    @anilvirginia Год назад

    The boat man back to cars! Love it.

  • @kerrylewis2581
    @kerrylewis2581 Год назад +2

    I'm not sure how reliable this purchase will be, but I'll bet it's content gold.

  • @pcgrey69
    @pcgrey69 Год назад +2

    Remember in the old days when you just used to fix cars. How your channel has grown

  • @MrWoodyBalto
    @MrWoodyBalto Год назад +4

    Should have left the NOT FOR SALE sticker on it. 😂

  • @Biscaynedave
    @Biscaynedave Год назад

    i thought one of the functions of the sport button was to open the exhaust to make louder ? or is that just the Quattropporte ?

  • @Wildman2291
    @Wildman2291 Год назад +1

    Love these. I think the design is timeless. Would love to own one of these for a bit

  • @jeremyk8157
    @jeremyk8157 Год назад +1

    If you were going to keep it I’d say look into upgrading entertainment system to a 2018. We all know it’s going to a new home though.

  • @rumplestilskin5776
    @rumplestilskin5776 Год назад +1

    Was it really 73 degrees in Kansas yesterday???

  • @thedrumssayyes
    @thedrumssayyes Год назад

    Lol that audio in the beginning is also used on the Shop Sounds podcast.

  • @Erikzapp
    @Erikzapp Год назад +2

    Do a POV ripping it to redline through the gears with the paddles!

  • @trevorsutherland5263
    @trevorsutherland5263 Год назад

    Goo Gone or makeup remover wipes will tear through the gummy mess on the buttons with ease. Had a 2012 XKR with all that same crap all over the steering wheel buttons.

  • @ThriftMachine
    @ThriftMachine Год назад +7

    Blue Valve Cover= 4.2
    Red Valve Cover= 4.7

  • @ckm-mkc
    @ckm-mkc Год назад

    I almost bought one of these, but the lack of programming support in 3rd party tools and the cost of the factory computer drove me away.....

  • @adaoneves1388
    @adaoneves1388 Год назад

    You are alive !!!! Nice to see you again budy.

  • @TheJensenInterceptor
    @TheJensenInterceptor Год назад

    I have felt the experience, not easy to fix especially the fuse box that went up in smoke and yes the costs of a Maserati engineer is mega money. So buy expecting pain and sell cheap to get rid of it as it had to go before more money went down the drain....

  • @veliksami
    @veliksami Год назад

    Those things on the front are laser jammer heads. There's also one on the back under the license plate frame.

    • @WatchJRGo
      @WatchJRGo  Год назад

      I said that, I asked what exact system it was since it’s antique 🍻

  • @benjaminkamben4908
    @benjaminkamben4908 Год назад

    @WatchJRGo Did I see that there was a verticle SD card slot to the far right of the menu and mode buttons?

  • @shtopfl5247
    @shtopfl5247 Год назад +2

    I like it and the sound is amazing 😍👍🏻 I’m sure it’s not that bad underneath, maybe you can keep it for a while and make some good content

  • @TylerPotter
    @TylerPotter Год назад

    The front end of those look sooo darn good!

  • @lovellmills7959
    @lovellmills7959 Год назад +1

    Sounds great we just sold a 2004 Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa 52K miles for 3K at our local auction

    • @wchomes106
      @wchomes106 Год назад

      was it in running condition?

    • @lovellmills7959
      @lovellmills7959 Год назад

      @@wchomes106 yes lol video is in my shorts section

  • @DJRTP
    @DJRTP 10 месяцев назад +1

    That's a steal! $16,000 ? that car new was $155,000. I just purchased one for $40,000

  • @christianwuchatsch9510
    @christianwuchatsch9510 Год назад +1

    Are you on drugs?
    The Maserati V8 sounds intoxicating compared to the flat plane crank boat sounding V8.

  • @PaddyBoy644
    @PaddyBoy644 Год назад +1

    9:00 fuel door size is a bit of competition between the Maserati and the new Nissan Z! 😂

    • @WatchJRGo
      @WatchJRGo  Год назад +1

      True that, I forgot the Z is gigantic too 😳

  • @E..M..
    @E..M.. Год назад +2

    Is it a Faurerrari if it was made by Ferrari and all parts used to come in Ferrari boxes? In any case, this is hands down one of the prettiest cars on the road.

  • @billreimer1214
    @billreimer1214 Год назад +1

    I love the Italian leather smell. I owned a 2010. Awesome car.

  • @alancsalt
    @alancsalt Год назад +9

    The Maserati emblem is the sea-god Neptune's three pronged spear, a trident, not a 'fork'. A weapon, not an eating implement.

    • @DigitDesign
      @DigitDesign Год назад +1

      Dude. Everyone knows that. it was a common joke to call it the spork

    • @WatchJRGo
      @WatchJRGo  Год назад +4

      Yes I called it the trident in the first 2 minutes…. From now on it’s the spork, don’t take life so seriously 😂

  • @gregorymaupin6388
    @gregorymaupin6388 Год назад +1

    Could you put a flat plank cam in it?

    • @WatchJRGo
      @WatchJRGo  Год назад +1

      I haven’t looked into it yet but it would be a huge undertaking! 💯

  • @yoyodynepropulsion.systems
    @yoyodynepropulsion.systems Год назад +2

    In the next episode... "Can you believe the transmission failed?"