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Granturismo Convertible
For as long as the marque has existed, Maserati has
been renowned for producing masterpieces of style,
sophistication and unparalleled refinement - models that have become synonymous with power, performance and uninhibited enjoyment thanks to the company’s continual quest for perfection in every last detail. The company’s mission is, and always has been, to deliver the unique Maserati motoring experience to the world’s most discerning drivers.
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Masterpiece
The dynamism of the front profile is accentuated by the reduced front overhang, as well as by the long bonnet; three chromed air intakes then adorn the front wings in classic Maserati style. The side panels are embellished with eye-catching chrome detailing at the top; this is echoed at the bottom with specially sculpted farings that also pick up the light with dramatic effect. The gorgeous profile is then
finished off in style with the car’s impressive 20” alloy wheels.
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Engine
The heart of the GranCabrio is the most powerful of Maserati’sengines – the glorious 4.7 litre V8, with a power delivery of 440 hp at 7000 rpm, and a maximum torque of 490 Nm at 4750 rpm. The engine is configured at 90°, with timing handled by two chain-driven overhead camshafts per bank and four valves per cylinder controlled by hydraulic tappets. The camshafts on the intake side are fitted with a low pressure continuous phase timing variator, with valve actuation times of less than 0.15 seconds.
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Transmission
The hydraulic transmission is located at the front of the car and is integrated with the engine. The drive shaft is articulated into two sections, transmitting the drive to the wheels through a self-locking differential.
Steering responsiveness and precision are also important aspects of a dynamic driving experience, as well as being vital to comfort and safety. The electronic servo-system ensures that the power steering action is always proportionate to the car’s speed, so that there is always the right amount of ‘feel’ when driving at high speeds, yet light and precise steering when manoeuvring in tight spaces – which is made even easier in the GranCabrio, thanks to a turning circle of just 10.7 metres.
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