kmr Report post Posted May 30, 2017 Anyone have one? Thoughts impressions etc.? Looking at a new 2017 for a potential DD. Thanks, Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallMeJarob Report post Posted May 30, 2017 The SQ4 or the GTS? I used to sell them and have put 1000's of miles on them a few years back and think there are better ways to spend $110k+ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMan Report post Posted May 30, 2017 I'll just say this: I drove/rode around in a Maserati Ghibli for a week and it couldn't have been more disappointing. Looking at the latest Quattroporte, the build quality is very similar if not the same. The leather was shrunk for being a year and a half old. None of the switches felt right (they all had play or wobble and sometimes didn't work!). The ride quality was terrible. The handling was nothing special. Some of the lights inside flickered. The Auxilliary input had a hum to it. The panels creaked and rattled. The car was maintained as well, it just seemed to have come from the factory like this. I would never ever spend $100K+ on a Maserati that has a sub-par 0-60 time, poor build quality, and was only special because of what was badged on it. It was such a disappointing experience. I feel like Maserati's best modern era was that with the Hransport/Cambiocorsa and the same gen Quattroporte. Not today. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chipster Report post Posted May 30, 2017 The older ones like 07-12ish are cool cause of the price. I don't like the newer body anyways. Agree with above otherwise. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
VCR Report post Posted May 30, 2017 The newly styled one looks too generic and it's nothing special. The feel of it just isn't right; most of everything feels sub-par. The older-style ones are quirky and the ergonomics are poor. But at least it has a distinctive look and it has character. The new ones doesn't even have that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinnsella Report post Posted May 30, 2017 The newly styled one looks too generic and it's nothing special. The feel of it just isn't right; most of everything feels sub-par. The older-style ones are quirky and the ergonomics are poor. But at least it has a distinctive look and it has character. The new ones doesn't even have that. Type of car that puts mechanic's kids through college... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robster Craws Report post Posted May 30, 2017 The new one has tons of Chrysler parts and plastic on the interior. My friends Q4s was really disappointing. He got killed on resale too. Msrp of 114 something. Think he got high 70's something on trade in Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Assman Report post Posted May 30, 2017 Even at give away lease prices they had trouble leasing them around here. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnN Report post Posted May 31, 2017 I would rather have a new Infiniti sedan... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smash Boy Report post Posted May 31, 2017 If the Maserati has to be new I'd go Gran Turismo. The older Quattroportes were sweet cars.....good styling, nice interiors, great sound and were hated on by many when they were new. Maserati never really clicked with the American buyer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmr Report post Posted May 31, 2017 Drove the S Q4 Granlusso last night. Nice car for a DD. Yes there are some cheap parts on the car as there are on most cars I feel these days. Some killer lease deals out right now would be the only reason it would make sense as a DD so not too worried about resale after. Decisions decisions.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kinnsella Report post Posted May 31, 2017 Drove the S Q4 Granlusso last night. Nice car for a DD. Yes there are some cheap parts on the car as there are on most cars I feel these days. Some killer lease deals out right now would be the only reason it would make sense as a DD so not too worried about resale after. Decisions decisions.... Just out of curiosity, can you elaborate on these killer leases? Are they different than what is offered on the website? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griza Report post Posted May 31, 2017 There are an absolute ton of Maserati's down here in Miami. The lease is somewhere around $650-700 I believe. If for nothing else, they look and sound damn good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmr Report post Posted May 31, 2017 Just out of curiosity, can you elaborate on these killer leases? Are they different than what is offered on the website? Residuals are around 48-53% and money factors .00006 - .00027. Taking around 20k off sticker as well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmr Report post Posted May 31, 2017 There are an absolute ton of Maserati's down here in Miami. The lease is somewhere around $650-700 I believe. If for nothing else, they look and sound damn good. Ghibli's base can be that cheap. Not the QP though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bWiLKINS Report post Posted May 31, 2017 Not sure what year range you are looking for but I have an 07 and love it. Ferrari powerplant (and sound to match, mine has gutted stock mufflers and a Larini x-pipe, sounds incredible) cool styling, character and I actually think the build quality is very nice. The leather in mine is buttersoft still, everything works perfectly and it honestly hasnt given me any trouble. Had it 2 years, all it has needed out of necessity is a left rear window regulator. The window regulators are prone to failure. Other than that it is a great car, I drive it once every 2 weeks or so to work, out maybe once every couple weekends. I cant really speak on the new ones other than that I wouldnt be comparing the Ghibli to the Quattroporte. They are meant to be two completely different cars. And the Gran Turismo looks like a bloated boat and I wouldnt buy one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rouleur Report post Posted May 31, 2017 Maserati of Ft Lauderdale was doing 500 a month leases with little to nothing down on Ghiblis in the last 6 months. They were blowing them out. A new QP can be had for at least 20k off sticker, and with the subvented lease rates and the high residual, I am sure you can lease one super cheap (compared to a Benz or BMW). That said, I wouldn't own one out of warranty. The new S with the big twin turbo V8 has to be a pretty quick car, and it sounds amazing. I would likely still opt for something different. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmr Report post Posted May 31, 2017 Picking it up this evening so will give my impressions in next few days. For a DD figure why not. Tint and wheels next... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara Report post Posted May 31, 2017 Maserati of Ft Lauderdale was doing 500 a month leases with little to nothing down on Ghiblis in the last 6 months. They were blowing them out. A new QP can be had for at least 20k off sticker, and with the subvented lease rates and the high residual, I am sure you can lease one super cheap (compared to a Benz or BMW). That said, I wouldn't own one out of warranty. The new S with the big twin turbo V8 has to be a pretty quick car, and it sounds amazing. I would likely still opt for something different. Ghiblis are as abundant as the 5 Series here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmr Report post Posted June 1, 2017 Picked up the car last night. So far so good. Sounds great drove great. Have to get it tinted and find some wheels to fill the wheel wells out properly then can get some real seat time. Dealer picked me up in a GT Convertible that sounded amazing! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tara Report post Posted June 1, 2017 Congrats! Post some pictures Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin2772 Report post Posted June 1, 2017 Cant wait to finally drive the damn thing! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smash Boy Report post Posted June 1, 2017 Picked up the car last night. So far so good. Sounds great drove great. Have to get it tinted and find some wheels to fill the wheel wells out properly then can get some real seat time. Dealer picked me up in a GT Convertible that sounded amazing! This is why you buy Maseratis. Congrats KMR! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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