2005 Maserati GranSport 4.2 V8
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Highlights
- 4.2L V8 performance, with a sublime exhaust note to enjoy
- Well maintained example, with plenty of history
- Just shy of 75K covered
- Excellent overall condition
The Appeal
First unveiled in 2004, the GranSport stands head and shoulders above its base model coupé counterpart of the time (4200 GT), offering a host of upgrades. The Maserati GranSport features improved aero, a new interior design, and a host of uprated drivetrain components, including the recalibrated Cambiocorsa paddle shift transmission, and a more free-flowing variant of the 4.2L V8.
As a result, the GranSport offers a sublime GT experience, with key attention paid to both comfort, and performance. You’re still treated to 4-seat practicality, and Maserati luxuries, all within in a sporty package, capable of reaching around 180mph. Today, the GranSport remains one of the most interesting grand tourers money can buy, and never fails to turn heads wherever it may venture.
This particular example shows just shy of 75K on the clock, and has seemingly been very well cared for over the years, with plenty of history to show. This GranSport also benefits from the likes of a recent seat re-upholster, a custom exhaust system, and plenty of previous maintenance & servicing.
With MOT until next July, and no known mechanical or electrical issues to report, this gorgeous 4.2L V8 Maserati GranSport is more than ready to be enjoyed by a lucky new keeper.
The History and Paperwork
- 8 former keepers
- MOT until 23 July 2023
- Includes the original Maserati booklet pack
- Maserati service booklet included, with a total of 7 stamps
- Includes an excellent collection of invoices for servicing & repairs
- The vehicle’s paperwork includes a mixture of both main dealer & specialist history
- V5C document present
- 3 keys included
The Interior
- Re-upholstered leather seats, now showing only minor wear to the driver’s seat
- Heated front seats, with electronic adjustment & memory function
- Custom Maserati badge adorned headrests
- Cream leather interior, in excellent condition with only minor blemishes
- Carbon fibre dashboard, and centre console trim details
- Fitted with a Pioneer head unit
- Excellent overall condition, with only minor wear & blemishes noticeable, including slight damage to the headlight control switch as pictured
The Exterior
- Metallic black paintwork, in excellent condition with only the expected front end marks, minor blemishes from use, and the pictured bubbling to the boot lid
- Previously ceramic coated, with plenty of shine to enjoy
- 19” alloy wheels, wrapped in a pair of Michelin PS4s, and Pirelli P ZERO. Showing only light signs of age & marks, mainly on the driver’s side wheels
- New rear left wheel (direct from Maserati)
The Mechanics
- 4.2L V8, with a six-speed Cambiocorsa paddle shift transmission
- Great service history & maintenance record
- MOT until 23 July 2023
- Modified exhaust system
- New torque tube, ABS unit, and a new rear offside wheel bearing in May 2015
- New top ball joint gaiters, steering rack gaiters and track rod ends in October 2018
- New A/C compressor and drive belt in December 2018
- New rear tyres
- Runs & drives brilliantly, with no known faults
- Last serviced January 2022
Summary
If you’re in the market for a V8 grand tourer, the GranSport presents a fantastic option, packed with character, and seldom seen on today’s roads. You’re treated to just shy of 400hp of V8 goodness to enjoy, with a wicked soundtrack and plenty of Maserati comforts.
This particular GranSport appears to have been well cared for over the years, with a great deal of history to show. The vehicle performs without fault, proudly showing off Maserati’s brilliant engineering, and gorgeous Italian styling.
This particular GranSport appears to have been well cared for over the years, with a great deal of history to show. The vehicle performs without fault, proudly showing off Maserati’s brilliant engineering, and gorgeous Italian styling.
With tidy examples of these sleek grand tourers becoming more difficult to find as time passes, this is an opportunity you simply cannot afford to miss.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 2005
- Make Maserati
- Model Gransport
- Colour Black
- Odometer 74,911 Miles
- Engine size 4244
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Stockton-on-Tees
- Location Durham
- Country United Kingdom
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bids
- Lu•••• £11,000 21/11/22
- xd•••• £10,750 21/11/22
- ro•••• £10,500 21/11/22
- da•••• £10,000 21/11/22
- xd•••• £9,800 21/11/22
- Bu•••• £9,400 21/11/22
- st•••• £9,300 21/11/22
- da•••• £9,000 21/11/22
- Bu•••• £8,600 21/11/22
- lu•••• £8,500 21/11/22
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