2003 Maserati Spyder GT from North America - Comments

I am also looking at the Maserati Gran Sport coupe and convertible. Mostly for the years 2002-2004 as those seem to be the only ones in my price range. I noticed there are some other postings asking about reliability. I too would welcome any comments from current or previous owners of the Gran Sport regarding such things as electrical, transmissions, etc. I know most people feel if you can afford the car you can afford the repairs. However, my feeling is that you could justify making payments on a car if you enjoyed driving it, but if it was always in the shop then you are paying to NOT drive the car while it sits in the service department.

I bought a 2003 Maserati Cambriocorsa (F1 shifter) right after they were unveiled. (I wanted to test the 2002 for reliability, etc. after all the earlier problems before Ferrari bought them in 1997)

This is an awesome car for the guy who wants racetrack performance (which I do regularly) with the comfort that a wife (girlfriend) can enjoy.

I have had " 0 " problems and the Ferrari people (they are sold at Ferrari dealers) treat you separate, but equal in terms of sales/service.

This is not your Uncle Bob's Miata, boys!!

Every detail of this car screams Italian. They are all handmade like a Ferrari. They sold about 600 in the US last year.

I have a 2005 Maserati Coupe Cambiocorsa. I bought it when it was about 6 months old. I have read much about reliability concerns with these cars, but think those concerns should relate only to older models. I have had no problems with the car whatsoever except a bit of a squeak from the rear suspension when going over a big bump in the road. I love the car and could not be more pleased with it.

I hope your Maseratis are typical of the brand and reliability stays good because I am going to look at and, if I like the color, purchase a previously owned Coupe tomorrow.

2003 Maserati Sypder F1 shifter

we've already replaced the clutch at 13k miles & from what we are told it is a repeat every 9 to 12k miles at a cost of $3200 per clutch.

Have you heard what can be done to eliminate this expensive and somewhat frequent problem. The car drives beautifully and operates perfectly.

Dan.

I just sold my Ferrari Mondial and am thinking about buying a 2003-2005 Maserati Coupe GT. I, too, have noticed the reliability comments and don't want another car that's always in the shop. Comments? I could get a 911, but as another poster noted, there are quite a number out there and frankly, it's nice to have a unique fun car. Thanks.