Maserati celebrates 75th anniversary with GranTurismo PrimaSerie: Check features
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Italian luxury and sports carmaker Maserati has taken the wraps off the limited-run GranTurismo PrimaSerie model for the global markets. The automaker will produce just 75 units of the celebratory supercar.
The special edition model is offered with two distinctive paint schemes: Grigio Lamiera with contrasting bright red accents and Nero Cometa with subtle mint green details.
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Why does this story matter?
The first-generation Maserati GranTurismo surprised the automotive world by offering a capable chassis and a 4.2-liter V8 engine tuned by Ferrari at a relatively affordable price point.
The brand is now commemorating its 75th anniversary by launching a special edition model of the GranTurismo called PrimaSerie.
The limited-run model features a unique logo on the hubcaps and dual-tone leather upholstery.
Exteriors
The coupe flaunts a blacked-out grille with a "Trident" logo
The Maserati GranTurismo PrimaSerie retains the overall design of the standard model and flaunts a sculpted bonnet, a blacked-out grille with a "Trident" logo, sweptback LED headlights, a front air splitter, and a sloping roofline.
On the sides, the coupe is flanked by ORVMs, flared wheel arches, and multi-spoke alloy wheels with red or mint green pinstripes.
Wrap-around LED taillamps grace the rear end.
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It is backed by a 3.0-liter V6 engine
The Maserati GranTurismo PrimaSerie is offered with the same 3.0-liter, Nettuno V6 engine that powers the MC20. The mill generates a maximum power of 550hp and a peak torque of 650Nm. Transmission duties are taken care of by an 8-speed automatic gearbox.
Interiors
The supercar features dual-tone leather upholstery with contrast stitching
On the inside, the Maserati GranTurismo PrimaSerie has a sporty four-seater cabin and features special black and ice leather upholstery with red or mint green contrast stitching, a digital clock with interchangeable faces, automatic climate control, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with carbon fiber paddle shifters.
The coupe packs a dual-screen setup for the infotainment panel. Passengers' safety is ensured by multiple airbags.
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Maserati GranTurismo PrimaSerie: Pricing
The details regarding the pricing and availability of the Maserati GranTurismo PrimaSerie are yet to be disclosed by the automaker. We expect the limited-run coupe to carry a premium over the standard model, which starts at Rs. 2.25 crore (ex-showroom) in India.