[Tony Jaskeran]

You could try having a look at the diagrams on eurospares https://www.eurospares.co.uk/parts/maserati/4200-coupe/all/front-passengers-compartment-control-station-20204/170762

 

[Tony Jaskeran]

There is a plastic clip that holds the cushion down, as you can see it will probably break when you pull up. I managed to get a similar one from eBay. The backrest should just pull away, I had to give a bit of a heave as it sits quite low so you sort of have to pull up and back in a jerk movement.

[Tony Jaskeran]

Hello, here are the photos from when I dis-connected the tracker, according to the diagrams it looks the same for the 3200, 4200 & GS.

Best wishes

Tony

[Tony Jaskeran]

I used a Dremel to drill out from the front, being careful to mask up around. The grill needs to come out so you can remove the bolt from the underneath <u>, </u>a bit fiddly if you have large hands but long arms will help. If you get stuck let me know & I’ll try to find a link for a how to.

[Tony Jaskeran]

I purchased my Gransport bonnet badge from eurospares, give them a call, the part number I ordered was 670101565 with postage and vat £18.40. Quality was the same as the one I replaced, took me about 30 mins to fit.

[Tony Jaskeran]

I’ve never used the cafe as it’s always so busy, never understood why they don’t open earlier, the could serve a lot of teas and coffees to us early birds. Anyway I now take a flask with me.

Some great photos.

[Tony Jaskeran]

Good to see you Graham, a lovely sunny day a great selection of cars.

[Tony Jaskeran]

I’ll be driving down, getting there about 09.30 until 11.00. Will look out for you.

[Tony Jaskeran]

Hi Kevin, hats off to you as it must be a huge project. I don’t know anyone with this model. The only thought I have is to speak with McGrath as they look after a lot of the older cars so may know of an owner that can help you.

best wishes

Tony

[Tony Jaskeran]

I’ve just got the news letter, to be honest I can’t read the small font you mention with my glasses. I went for an eye test last Thursday so it would be good to hear views from other people.

The reason I went to the opticians was to get some contact lenses to use on my Goodwood track day next week, couldn’t read the small font with these on as well.

So your not the only one.

Regards

Tony

[Tony Jaskeran]

That’s fine Peter, I’ve marked this thread with a notification alert so drop a note when you do.

[Tony Jaskeran]

If you mean a workshop manual there’s a couple on eBay e.g. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Factory-Maserati-GranTurismo-4700-cc-Workshop-Manual/312468324736?hash=item48c0904180:g:hocAAOSw0IBcXtq4

[Tony Jaskeran]

Congratulations Phil, that is a lovely car.

I’m guessing you don’t have the handbook. Try here https://www.manualslib.com/manual/773138/Maserati-Granturismo-Coupe.html for the information you may be looking for. I sourced an electronic copy for my GS and keep a copy on my mobile phone.

Regards

Tony

[Tony Jaskeran]

I agree the Gransport (GS) is the best buy in this price range, I purchased one after 10 years of owning a 3200.  I went for a Gransport because I wanted an n/a V8 & to retain some value. The GranTurismo was considered, however it would not fit into my garage.

I looked at many 4200s, however my view is that they will depreciate far more than the GS. Another option is the face lift 4200 which will cost less, it really depends on which styling you prefer.

As usual on this subject inspection is a must, I purchased my GS from https://www.richardgracecars.co.uk/ & would highly recommend a call to him for a friendly chat. Even if he does not have any stock he can help in sourcing a car, also all his vehicles are inspected at Autoshield so you know it will have a thorough going over.

In terms of colours Blue, red and Silver seem to do well, I avoided black.

Remember you’ll have to give yourself some options as to colour and specification as it might take ages for the exact one to be available. After waiting a year I settled on mine which was a slightly darker shade of blue and didn’t have the audio upgrade or full leather. However I’m very please I did as its been so much fun & I’ve managed 2000 miles in the 18 months of ownership.

For a well maintained low mileage GS expect to pay £30K+.

I’m in Surrey so if you’re nearby let me know & I could show you around mine.

Good luck in you search

Tony

 

[Tony Jaskeran]

Howdy Hugh, I’ve been busy recently, there is a chap that others have used on the SM forum [email protected] (Lorenzo) he is based in the USA but does great work. Send him a note with a photo, if you are thinking of doing this yourself let me know and I’ll try to find a related thread for you as some have attempted this.

 

 

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