| Author | Message | ||
| Eric Brigham (Ebrigham)
Junior Member Username: Ebrigham Post Number: 71 Registered: 4-2003 |
Thanks again. Have fun! | ||
| Lionel Jaquet (Swissmaserati)
New member Username: Swissmaserati Post Number: 14 Registered: 5-2003 |
Eric, My brother purchased the CLK one year ago. The main differences : - the Maserati is sportier with a better handling (better suspensions, 50%/50% weight) - you can feel the road (skyhook is a great option) - although the MB's auto gearbox is excellent I love the cambiocorsa gearbox - the sound of the two cars are nice, but I give one more point to the italian in high RPM - the MB soudsystem (Bose) is far better than the Maserati system ('waiting for the new-one from the factory) - my wife loved the MB (so powereful and smooth in the same time) but hates the Maserati (too sharp/virile)... still trying to convince her to test the 2003 software upgrade... she's stubborn... - I prefer the beige interior of the Maserati, and my wife prefered the grey/black of the MB... she's from Antwerp in Belgium more german than me, a french speaking swiss (=Latin)... For my opinion, they are to great cars for different tastes. I found the shoe for my foot, and my wife too, she's driving a MB ML400Cdi... Regards, Lionel | ||
| Eric Brigham (Ebrigham)
Junior Member Username: Ebrigham Post Number: 69 Registered: 4-2003 |
Lionel, sweet car(s), both look great in black! You have probably already mentioned it, but do you still have the AMG? If so, can you give me a rundown on how they compare? I almost bought a 2003 CLK AMG, but backed out after I test drove the Maser. I am curious to know what I am "missing" My old CLK was a slightly more predestrian 430, so I can't really compare... | ||
| Lionel Jaquet (Swissmaserati)
New member Username: Swissmaserati Post Number: 13 Registered: 5-2003 |
Eric, sometimes strange to have so same taste... ...but red for you and black for me. :-) Lionel MB CLK 55 AMG 2000  MASERATI COUPE CAMBIOCORSA 2002  | ||
| Eric Brigham (Ebrigham)
Junior Member Username: Ebrigham Post Number: 65 Registered: 4-2003 |
Kenny. You're right about Bailey and Werner, very cool guys. Arriving as 20-somethings in jeans and rather casual attire, my girlfriend and I were pleasently surprised at how attentive they were from the very beginning. And even though I won't be buying another car for several years at the earliest (particularly a Ferrari), Werner is always quick to talk shop about the cars and how they drive. Ofcourse, I am sure he's also trying to line up a future sale, but I like it nonetheless. | ||
| Kenny Herman (Kennyh)
Intermediate Member Username: Kennyh Post Number: 1243 Registered: 8-2001 |
Nope, you're right (as far as I know). I basically grew up with Werner and have known Bailey as long as he's worked there- both class acts. | ||
| Eric Brigham (Ebrigham)
Junior Member Username: Ebrigham Post Number: 64 Registered: 4-2003 |
Yes, I took those pics at Miller the day I got it. That place is the ultimate toy store if you ask me. Bailey was my salesperson, and he was very helpful throughout the whole process. I think he is the only Maserati salesperson there, but I could be mistaken... | ||
| Kenny Herman (Kennyh)
Intermediate Member Username: Kennyh Post Number: 1231 Registered: 8-2001 |
Eric, pictures taken at Miller Motorcars? I love that place. Bailey helped you? | ||
| Murray McKay (Murray_mckay)
New member Username: Murray_mckay Post Number: 4 Registered: 8-2003 |
Anyone know what the regularly scheduled service intervals are, and cost in US$? | ||
| Eric Brigham (Ebrigham)
New member Username: Ebrigham Post Number: 43 Registered: 4-2003 |
Hey folks. I just realized that I haven't posted any pics of my Maser. They are below if anyone is interested - taken back in December 2002 when I first got it. First pic shows my trade in..          | ||
| Murray McKay (Murray_mckay)
New member Username: Murray_mckay Post Number: 3 Registered: 8-2003 |
Thanks everyone for the comments. ELI, I'm hoping to place an order next March for delivery in June which is when I get to turn my '99 996 back in to Porsche. Long story, but it's had an engine rebuild due to engine cooling problems, which is why I was a little anxious about the maser. I'm hoping to get a similar discount off ordering - to offset the special order Ferrari titanium color paint. | ||
| ELI (Titanium360)
Member Username: Titanium360 Post Number: 570 Registered: 4-2002 |
Murray you should be able to get around $10K off the sticker for the maser now. my local dealer has few if interested. | ||
| SJP (Sjp3003)
New member Username: Sjp3003 Post Number: 6 Registered: 7-2003 |
My car is in Miami Florida & it gets plenty hot there. The car itself has never overheated, even after extended hours of motoring on highways & in traffic. The AC works fine too. | ||
| Murray McKay (Murray_mckay)
New member Username: Murray_mckay Post Number: 2 Registered: 8-2003 |
Thanks for the comments! | ||
| Eric Brigham (Ebrigham)
New member Username: Ebrigham Post Number: 31 Registered: 4-2003 |
Murray, mine is not a daily driver and even though I live in NYC, we see some hot and humid during the summer. And even though NYC is not as bad as TX, I previously lived in FL and LA, and I still remember what REALLY nasty hot humid nasty feels like. So basically, I think I have a good frame of reference. As far as the AC is concerned, I have no complaints. It pushes a nice amount of very cold air. The only time I have needed the fan and AC at full blast was when the car was parked uncovered for four days in 100+ degree heat (in direct sun light by the beach). After the initial 10 minute cool down period elapsed, I had to turn it down because I was turning blue. For back seat passengers, the rear vents (2) are very handy. One bit of advice I have is to find the temp you like, then put the fan on a manual setting/number you are comfortable with (not automatic). I think the system is at least as good as my previous car (MB), and perhaps better. Though I have no direct experience in TX, I think you will be OK. But since I haven�t had the car for too many summers, I cannot attest to the long-term reliability of the AC. As far as engine cooling is concerned, I don�t have much advice to offer, but it has never been an issue for me.. | ||
| James Glickenhaus (Napolis)
Intermediate Member Username: Napolis Post Number: 2330 Registered: 10-2002 |
Yes. I use mine every day as a daily driver. The AC very good and the car never overheats. I like mine very much. The Nav system is also very good. | ||
| Murray McKay (Murray_mckay)
New member Username: Murray_mckay Post Number: 1 Registered: 8-2003 |
I'm interested in the Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa as a daily driver. Does anyone have experience with this car as a daily driver in a HOT & HUMID climate like Houston, Texas. Are the engine cooling system and air conditioning up to the task? Any other comments about the car as a daily driver would be appreciated. Thanks! |