Maserati Levante Concept - ex-Kubang

The patent office was leaked photos of the upcoming Maserati model. Crossover from the sign of trident should hit the market later this year. A few years ago, Maserati has announced the creation of such a car, and even presented the concept study called the Kubang. So far, however, there were no any concrete news on the project.

Auto is to challenge the Porsche Cayenne, corresponds to even price. For Levante, which is based on the floor, and technology borrowed from the Jeep Grand Cherokee, you will pay 60 000 euros.

This is even less than 1/3 the price Bentley Falcon. Maserati Levante will be produced in the Mirafiori plant in Turin, Italy. The production version of the Ferrari engine gets connected to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Steering, suspension and brakes are to be designed specifically for this model, so it will not be just Italian Jeep.

Maserati 3200 GT

Maserati experienced a golden age in the 50s and 60s. Unfortunately it did not last very long. With time, the condition of exclusive Italian manufacturer of cars was getting worse. A breakthrough was 1998, when living in Paris for the first time shown in the latest child's - model Maserati 3200 GT.

The beautiful coupé stimulates the senses. Silhouette of a combination of spectacular sports charms style with remarkable elegance. Maserati 3200 GT is full of stylistic gems that give it unique character.

Very characteristic is the rear end of the unique boomerang-shaped lights. In front of the distinguished air intake with a big logo.

The engine produces strong emotions. Under the hood lies a powerful V8 with two turbochargers and two intercoolerami, reaching up to 370 horsepower. Throttle control is done electronically, so that the engine accurately responds to the slightest movement. The performance may make you dizzy. Auto to 60 mph acceleration in 5.1 seconds and no electronic restrictions can drive at a speed of 175 mph. These excellent results are thanks to the powerful engine power, but very light body.

3200 GT production ended in 2001. He was replaced by modernized and refined Maserati 4200 GT.

Maserati Merak

Each brand of Maserati car lovers automatically associate with Italy and its beautiful, stylish, fast cars. But few know that in the years 1968 - 1975 the majority of shares owned Maserati ... Citroën. One of the models are designed and manufactured in the days of "French" the board was the first version of the Maserati Merak.

Auto, designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro master, the assumption would be more modest version of the Maserati Bora, which has gained the nickname La Borin. It divides the body of the Bora, but a smaller motor allowed the insertion of two additional seats on which it is true it is useful only for children (typically 2 2).

The first engine used was a 3 liter V6, which achieves the power of 190 hp and was a development of the construction of the Citroën SM. Also, the hydraulic brake system comes with MS. This coupé reaches a speed of 60 miles in less than 8 seconds.

In 1975, Maserati introduced the most powerful variant, Merak SS. Weight of the car was lowered and the Maserati Merak SS reached a power of 220 hp.

W1976 introduced another version, 2000 GT, featuring a 2-liter V6 with 170 hp. It was a design for the Italian market, where cars with a capacity exceeding 2000 cc were heavily taxed. The engine of this version will become the base for the Maserati Biturbo.

Merak was quite a popular car. Production ended in 1982 with approximately 1800 units.

Interesting fact: The name comes from the car from Earth about 79 light-years stars - Merak lying in the constellation Ursa Major.

Maserati GranTurismo

Maserati GranTurismo S Limited Edition - built to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Italian unification limited edition was presented at the Bologna Motor Show. The body is made ​​of carbon fiber and painted in blue matte Sebring. The interior is also finished in carbon fiber components, leather and Alcantara. Each of the 12 vehicles Maserati GranTurismo S Limited Edition, has an individual number and the inscription Centocinquantenario ("150 years") placed on the stamp on the center console. Maserati GranTurismo S Limited Edition is powered by 4.7 liter V8 engine with 450 hp recipients of 510 Nm of torque at low vehicle weight allows for acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 s top speed of 183 mph.