So, how bad an idea is this?

"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
03/31/2017 at 13:47 • Filed to: never click those links at the bottom of the page

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DISCUSSION (53)

WiscoProud > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 13:50

As long as you go into it knowing it has Ferrari levels of maintenance, go for it.

CalzoneGolem > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 13:51

On a scale of 1-10? 40k.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 13:51

Budget several thousand for service annually. Or go for the 100k mile warranty the dealer says they offer.

EL_ULY > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 13:51

I saw plenty of these yesterday on cargurus for under $40K and low-ish miles.

2008 with 60k miles $31,500. I could haggle it to $28,000

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MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 13:57

It’s about as good of an idea as lighting your hair on fire and then trying to put it out with a sledgehammer.

Honeybunchesofgoats > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 13:58

Personally, Maseratis do absolutely nothing for me. In every segment that they compete in, they’re the car that least interests me.

Smallbear wants a modern Syclone, local Maple Leafs spammer > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 13:58

Depends how fat your wallet is.

Chariotoflove > Smallbear wants a modern Syclone, local Maple Leafs spammer
03/31/2017 at 14:01

I think if it were fat enough to sustain owning a Ferrari engine, I wouldn’t have to be looking at 40K Maseratis.

Chariotoflove > MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner
03/31/2017 at 14:01

That good, eh? So, you’re saying I should consider it.

Chariotoflove > EL_ULY
03/31/2017 at 14:02

What I really want is the convertible, and those are a little harder to find.

Chariotoflove > Honeybunchesofgoats
03/31/2017 at 14:03

That’s fine. More for me!

Chariotoflove > sm70- why not Duesenberg?
03/31/2017 at 14:04

I’ve never bought an aftermarket warranty for anything in my life, but in this case, I think it would be advisable

Azrek > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 14:06

Damn that is an awesome looking car...

Chariotoflove > WiscoProud
03/31/2017 at 14:06

Including the side budget for regular Prilosec.

Chariotoflove > Azrek
03/31/2017 at 14:08

Isn’t it? If it were convertible, I might lose all reason and beg my wife to let me get it.

Matt Nichelson > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 14:08

I’ve always liked the GranTurimso, but aren’t transmission issues a fairly common thing with these though?

Chariotoflove > Matt Nichelson
03/31/2017 at 14:09

I have no idea. Are they?

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 14:10

Hahahahaha, I actually stole that joke from a newscaster from a few years ago back when gas cost a fortune his quote was:

“Gas prices; make you want to set your hair on fire and put it out with a sledgehammer”

Azrek > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 14:12

Best rims for that model too.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 14:12

You have to be careful with DuoSelect cars. They’re single-clutch automated manuals, and because of this they don’t like to inch forwards in traffic. A Maserati dealer can give you a computer report of estimated clutch material left, and I’d recommend it (even if it is pricey).

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 14:22

I would avoid a Duoselect car if I could. May I suggest a ZF-transmission Quattroporte instead? No transmission headaches, a less expensive car, and it still has that great sound. Ones with clean history can be picked up for as little as $17k .

SPAMBot - Horse Doctor > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 14:24

The 2009 GT S is the one to get. It has the proper F1 transmission and the 4.7 L v8 is pretty reliable. The clutch will be a few thousand at a dealer, less at an indy. From what I hear, these are good cars and meant to be daily driven. There may be a few electrical quirks but that doesn’t make it unreliable and just adds to the ownership experience, IMO.

Chariotoflove > Azrek
03/31/2017 at 14:42

They are pretty.

Chariotoflove > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
03/31/2017 at 14:43

Good tip. Did not know that.

Chariotoflove > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
03/31/2017 at 14:44

You realize you’re just leading me further down this rabbit hole, right?

Chariotoflove > SPAMBot - Horse Doctor
03/31/2017 at 14:45

And I believe in driving my cars every day. Thanks.

Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 14:45

This isn’t a vote one way or another, but a thought I had. I’d be less inclined when shopping for a car to take on high maintenance costs for a car that’s also depreciating.

Any sense of the Maserati market?

I’d probably either want a car that’s a little higher maintenance but is bottomed out OR something that’s depreciating but I got newer and needs less love.

I don’t know where the maserati stands. But early Lotus Evoras and 997s are in that price range and have pretty much “bottomed out” so to speak; or a 2015ish 4 series convertible, while less exotic, would have a warranty still and probably be pretty problem free for another 4 years.

But also, the heart wants what the heart wants.

Chariotoflove > Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle
03/31/2017 at 14:49

And my heart wants a Maserati. Not that I’m buying one any time soon.

Depreciation isn’t such a big deal for me because I’m one of those that mates for life. If I bought this car, I’d daily it until it dies or I do.

Chariotoflove > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
03/31/2017 at 14:56

Wow, that looks like a steal. What’s the catch?

Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 14:58

They are cool cars and I think driving a car into the ground is a good reason not to worry about depreciation.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 15:10

If you can get it up on a lift and the steering rack doesn’t have any slight fluid leaks, there is no catch.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 15:18

You need to go deeper .

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 15:27

It’s a horrible idea, it’ll probably bankrupt you.

So what are you waiting for, buy It! It’s a V8 maserati convertible;

Chariotoflove > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford
03/31/2017 at 15:36

Get behind me, Satan!

Chariotoflove > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
03/31/2017 at 15:47

Now, this is my style.

haveacarortwoorthree2 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 15:50

I like your style. DFW Oppos unite — pick a car, let the rest of us go lowball the dealer, then you can swoop in for a good deal!

Chariotoflove > haveacarortwoorthree2
03/31/2017 at 15:56

Now that’s a good idea.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 16:22

Avoid that one, it’s got the duoselect transmission (ZF transmission = normal lever, duoselect = tiny t-handle and big e-brake).

Chariotoflove > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
03/31/2017 at 16:24

Oh, okay.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 16:29

Oooh, dark red interior .

Chariotoflove > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
03/31/2017 at 16:32

I like the interior. Problem is, I really need color on the exterior. I just can’t bring myself to do anything grayscale, and that severely limits my shopping. Maybe black exterior for just the right car, but not silver or white.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 16:36

I’d focus on finding a car with the right interior color, and then getting the exterior wrapped. That way you get paint chip protection, the color you like, and a resale friendly finish underneath. It’s usually only $2000 or so to do a Quattorporte.

Chariotoflove > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
03/31/2017 at 16:37

I’m really suspicious of wraps. If it gets chipped or scrapped, it’s done, right?

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 16:40

It’s actually much harder to chip or scratch vinyl wrap than people think. My buddy’s 3M wrapped A5 took a rock to the bumper, and the wrap was totally fine after being washed despite the fog light being completely destroyed.

Chariotoflove > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3
03/31/2017 at 16:48

Okay, worth keeping in mind.

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > Chariotoflove
03/31/2017 at 16:55

Kinja'd!!!