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is this the new maser for 2008?

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  1. tfazio

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    This is from autoblog.com:

    this picture of either a non-camouflaged Maserati Coupe-Cabriolet or at least a good photoshop effort. The Pininfarina-designed hardtop-convertible is based on the Alfa 166 platform. The Maserati CC will roll out in 2008 for around $96,000.

    PICTURE CAN BE FOUND HERE(I tried to upload it but it didn't work. Its a small photo. Click on it to see the bigger picture- it may be a photoshop though)

    http://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/news/auto_und_produkte/maserati_coupé_cabrio_kommt_2008.93434.htm

    The CC will have all-wheel drive, powered by a 280 hp 3.5-liter V6, through a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. The current Maserati line-up, with the exception of the MC12 supercar, is exclusively V8-powered, so it’s possible that the CC’s V6 is a bored-out version of the Alfa’s top-of-the-line 3.2-liter, 24 valve, 240 hp engine.

    The Alfa 166 is marketed as an “executive class sports saloon,” so expect the new Maserati to lean more towards boulevard cruising than heart-stopping performance.
     
  2. 99355F1

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    Impossible.
     
  3. jack

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  4. 99355F1

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    That's hideous. (and a QP photoshop)
     
  5. BULL RUN

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    I wish Maserati would produce a Bora/Mereck type model.
     
  6. gougoul

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    One thing is sure, it will be a "fat" car...i fear
     
  7. lung7707

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    By that time, the engine technology will be all Maserati/Alfa. No longer Ferrari.
     
  8. Grey_Gull

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    looks previous generation SLK-esque...
     
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    #10 snj5, Oct 16, 2005
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    Photo enlarged also from italiaspeed.com
    If accurate, I think it is an improvement. An 6 cylinder Alfa version (non-Brera) here sold through Maserati dealers would be a dream come true. My 8C Comp. may yet live!
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  11. Kewpie

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    keep in mind that 'photo' is a PS from a couple of years ago.
     
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  13. Derek at FoD

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    I'm with 99355F1 on this one...there is no way a car that costs $96k can get away with only 280hp!
     
  14. 88MONDIAL

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    Only the NSX for the past decade! :)
     
  15. RossoCorsaItaly

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    Hahaha, took the words right out of my mouth.
     
  16. 99355F1

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    The NSX didn't get away with it in 04 and 05. Acura will get on their knees and beg you to buy the NSX. Those cars don't move.
     
  17. Derek at FoD

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    Yeah right...ask any Acura dealer when the last time an NSX sold for MSRP:)
     
  18. SSNISTR

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    Humm, I like it....P Chop or not.
     
  19. McNab

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    #19 McNab, Oct 26, 2005
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    Another Photoshop mystery.

    Or is it? Why so many if it's just a con? And why should they destroy themselve by producing an underpowered re-badged Alfa? Wish they would come clean about their intentions, but suspect they're still arguing amongst themselves...
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  20. 1Turbo

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    AGREED !!!

    If true, Put a Fork in Maser.

    Also compare the WEIGHT of a "N"ew "S"portscar e"X"perimental to a Maser.

    Has to be @ least 5-600 lbs lighter.
     
  21. rush109

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    if it is , i want one, love the grill
     
  22. menoy

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    Damn that Punto looks mighty good! ;)
     

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