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Trying to buy a GranSport, started the engine, made tick-tick noises, is this normal?

Discussion in 'Maserati' started by 9 ONE 1, Aug 20, 2007.

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  1. 9 ONE 1

    9 ONE 1 Karting

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    #1 9 ONE 1, Aug 20, 2007
    I am in the process of buying a Gran Sport 05' with very little miles. I started the engine and it made plenty tick tick noises. Is this normal? What should I look for in buying this vehicle. The seller says it goes away after a while. I am a first time Maserati buyer.

    Also, I need your help with Baby Seat pictures in Maserati Coupes, I need to sell it to my wife.


    Thanks in advance.
     
  2. EuroDino

    EuroDino Formula Junior

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    #2 EuroDino, Aug 20, 2007
    Is the oil clean or dirty. Maybe the owner used an incorrect multi-grade oil.
    Recaro makes a baby seat that will fit the Maser.
     
  3. 9 ONE 1

    9 ONE 1 Karting

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    #3 9 ONE 1, Aug 20, 2007
    They probably never even changed it. I'll ask to change it prior to purchase.
     
  4. GregD

    GregD Formula Junior

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    #4 GregD, Aug 20, 2007

    My car will do this once in a while as well. I think it is a common characteristic of the car when cold.
     
  5. Niteroi

    Niteroi Formula Junior

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    #5 Niteroi, Aug 20, 2007
    Do you mind telling me how much you are paying for it? I'm going to buy a 05 or 06 in the next couple of weeks and would like to know the fair price for it.
     
  6. taptd

    taptd Formula Junior

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    #6 taptd, Aug 24, 2007
    How old are the kids you'll be putting in the GS?

    Between my wife and I we've had a 2 door Mas for over 2 years now. our daughter is just about to turn 6 and fits fine. The key is to put something UNDER the car seat in the curve of the seat. A folded up blanket works really.

    I'll take some pics if you need them.
     
  7. PaulC

    PaulC Formula 3

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    #7 PaulC, Aug 24, 2007
    I have a rear facing baby seat in my coupe for our 6 month old. I cut some foam swimming noodles to fill in the bucket in the back seat. they work great, and are plenty firm to keep the car seat base from digging into the leather. PM me and I can send you some pics tonight.
     
  8. 9 ONE 1

    9 ONE 1 Karting

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    #8 9 ONE 1, Aug 26, 2007
    i have a one year old. and another in the way. Thanks for the info.
     
  9. No Doubt

    No Doubt Seven Time F1 World Champ

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    #9 No Doubt, Aug 26, 2007

    Common causes would be low oil, old oil, bad oil filter, or exhaust leak. Could be a loud/sticky fuel injector as well. Easy fixes, all.
     
  10. tfazio

    tfazio Formula 3
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    #10 tfazio, Aug 26, 2007
    I would guess it is the battery. Does the current owner have the GranSport hooked up to a battery charger when the car isn't being driven?
     

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