granturismo s cc
Feb 17, 2010 | 09:30 PM
#11
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I agree. My father had a 03 Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa and that car was a headache to drive (upshifts primarily).
Feb 18, 2010 | 08:04 PM
#14
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If you can find one, get the 2009 GTS CC. That's what I have and there are numerous threads in the off topic forum about the car. In addition, to what cstroked mentioned, the exhaust on the 2010 GTS Automatic does not open up until over 3200RPM in sport mode whereas on the 2009 it is always open in sport mode.
Feb 18, 2010 | 11:39 PM
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The MC-Shift trans is based on a similar architecture as the 599 Superfast trans if not the same thing. 350-400 made it to the US, and it is a one year only model for the States since it won't be re-certified for 2010 emissions standards.
For 2009, the GT-S differed from the GT-S Automatic in appearance and exhaust as well. The F1 trans car has different rocker panels, built in spoiler in the hood, true sport exhaust and different wheels. For 2010, the GT-S is only automatic and looks similar the 2009 S as well as having the full sport exhaust. Basically, an 09 S-Automatic looks just like the base car with bigger wheels.
In terms of driving experience, the automatic doesn't compare to the MC-Shift car at all - go with the MC.
Chris,
I understand where you're coming from, but right now the only ones being given away are leftover 09 QPs. I can't think of one we lost money on save for a couple left over 08 QPs - but we lost across the board on 08s with all of our brands because of the timing of the recession.
The GT-S with MC-Shift trans, while not a sticker car, does not need to be given away by any means.
For what it's worth.
DuoSelect was garbage from a maintenance standpoint. Ended production in 2007 - all 08s were ZF autos.
For 2009, the GT-S differed from the GT-S Automatic in appearance and exhaust as well. The F1 trans car has different rocker panels, built in spoiler in the hood, true sport exhaust and different wheels. For 2010, the GT-S is only automatic and looks similar the 2009 S as well as having the full sport exhaust. Basically, an 09 S-Automatic looks just like the base car with bigger wheels.
In terms of driving experience, the automatic doesn't compare to the MC-Shift car at all - go with the MC.
Chris,
I understand where you're coming from, but right now the only ones being given away are leftover 09 QPs. I can't think of one we lost money on save for a couple left over 08 QPs - but we lost across the board on 08s with all of our brands because of the timing of the recession.
The GT-S with MC-Shift trans, while not a sticker car, does not need to be given away by any means.
For what it's worth.
DuoSelect was garbage from a maintenance standpoint. Ended production in 2007 - all 08s were ZF autos.
Ahh. Got it!
Thanks for the clarification. Drive both cars you're looking at.
Feb 19, 2010 | 12:26 AM
#18
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wow thanks for the info i test drove it today white on black 7,000 miles asking 109,000 how can i be sure it is a c c transmission what can i look for going back tomorrow so please let me know thanks also do you think thats a good price ttyl
Feb 19, 2010 | 12:33 AM
#19
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^ That's a good price. If it's a 2009 GTS CC then the sticker was $145K and you probably could have bought it new for ~$135K.
The 2009 GTS CC had large ovalish tailpipes and the long black paddles. See below pics.
In addition, if it's a CC car, you should be able to feel it shift, especially in sport mode. Remember, that the 2009 GTS CC has an actual robotic clutch.
The 2009 GTS CC had large ovalish tailpipes and the long black paddles. See below pics.
In addition, if it's a CC car, you should be able to feel it shift, especially in sport mode. Remember, that the 2009 GTS CC has an actual robotic clutch.
Last edited by U-Boat Commander; Feb 19, 2010 at 12:42 AM.
