Paris 2012: Maserati Shows 454bhp GranCabrio MC
Maserati reveals its most hardcore soft-top to date at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.

As noted earlier this week in the official press release, the new GranCabrio MC is Designed to complete Maserati’s open-top range, blending high performance and sports characteristics derived from racing experience with the style, charm and practicality of Maserati’s four seater convertible.

Inspired and encouraged by the considerable success of the GranTurismo MC Stradale, which was warmly received by customers thanks to a masterly translation and adaptation of racing characteristics for use on the road, the new GranCabrio MC has a highly sporty and aggressive look, while maintaining the strengths and characteristics of a true grand tourer, ideal for long journeys.

The car, 48 millimeters longer than the GranCabrio and GranCabrio Sport, is characterized by a front end which is inspired directly by the MC Stradale, adopting a profile designed to optimize the aerodynamic lift and flow. These differ from those on other versions of the GranCabrio due to the increased car length and other aerodynamic elements at the rear end.

The new Maserati GranCabrio MC will be powered by the same the 4.7-litre all-alloy V8 engine as its coupe counterpart, this engine delivers 331 kW at 7000rpm and, with 510Nm at 4750rpm.

The rear is characterized by the large spoiler, for greater negative lift at high speeds. Inside the spoiler, built into the luggage compartment, is the third brake light. The standard version comes in the same color as the body and, within the various car customization packages, it is also available with a carbon finish.

 

cool car but they could have showed something more

 

Here's something more, in a black dress no less

 

Few more press shots:

 

Sexy!!! Girl and Car!

 

If I was super super rich and didnt really care how cars drove...I would own one PURELY for the looks and sound. Even after having an 08 that was pretty much crap. These things are so damn sexy.