2002 Maserati Coupe GT

2002 Maserati Spyder GT

In 2002, Maserati launched the Coupe and Spyder, based on the 3200 GT, which is not sold in the United States. Both models have a normally aspirated 4.2 L engine producing 390 bhp (291 kW). The top speed is 177 mph (285 km/h), while 0-60 time is 4.9 seconds. The V8 engine is shared between Maserati and Ferrari. Image File history File links 2002 Maserati Coupe GT Photographed in Brugge, Belgium. ... Image File history File links 2002 Maserati Coupe GT Photographed in Brugge, Belgium. ... Image File history File links 2002 Maserati Spyder GT Photographed in Charlotte, NC. File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... Image File history File links 2002 Maserati Spyder GT Photographed in Charlotte, NC. File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ... 2002 (MMII) was a common year starting on Tuesday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Present Maserati logo Maserati is a famous Italian manufacturer of racing cars and sports cars, established in 1914 in Bologna. ... With the 3200 GT in 1998 Maserati returned to its roots. ... The current Ferrari logo Ferrari is an Italian manufacturer of high-end race cars and high-performance sports cars formed by Enzo Ferrari in 1929. ...

The Spyder was first revealed to the public at the 2001 Frankfurt Auto Show. It made its United States debut at the Detroit Motor Show in January 2002.

Upon its release, the Maserati Spyder became the first Maserati sold in the United States since 1990; the Coupe was released shortly thereafter. They are also the first Maseratis to feature a normally aspirated V8. Maserati had been producing twin turbo engines for 20 years prior to the release of the 2002 Coupe and Spyder.

The two sportscars are available in two transmissions: GT, which is a traditional manual, or Cambiocorsa, in which upshift and downshift paddles are mounted on the steering wheel; this is intended to simulate Formula One driving. This is an article about manual transmission in general; for guidance on how to drive with a manual transmission, see Manual transmission driving technique. ... Formula One - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia /**/ @import /skins-1. ...

The Coupe and Spyder are designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro of ItalDesign. The Spyder's 96.1-in. wheelbase is 8.6 inches shorter than that of the coupe. The Spyder seats two and the Coupe seats four. Giorgetto Giugiaro Giorgetto Giugiaro (born 7 August 1938) is an Italian car designer, one of the most influential and prolific ever. ... Italdesign-Giugiaro S.p. ...

Both models include a computer-controlled automatic damping system, high-performance Brembo brakes, and a touch-screen information center that combines audio and climate controls. A global-positioning navigation system and hands-free phone are available as options. Both come with 15-spoke, 18-inch alloy wheels. Maserati offers a range of exterior colors and ten shades of leather interior; five colors for the Spyder's convertible top are also offered. Maserati owners can even order custom Maserati luggage, made to match their cars' interiors.

The Coupe ranges in price from US$82,633 - $86,877. The Spyder is slightly more expensive, costing US$87,252 - $91,415.

GranSport

The GranSport is a modified version of the Coupe and Spyder with aerodynamic body cladding, a chrome mesh grille, and special 19 inch wheels. It uses the Skyhook active suspension, with a 0.4 in (10.2 mm) lower ride height, and the Cambiocorsa transmission is recalibrated for quicker shifts. Aerodynamics is a branch of fluid dynamics concerned with the study of gas flows, first analysed by George Cayley in the 1800s. ... Skyhook can refer to any of the following: A device used in a practical joke to lift a large/heavy object. ...

A special MC Victory edition was unveiled at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show to celebrate the racing success of the Maserati MC12. This version featured extra carbon fibre body panels and interior trim. The Geneva Salon International de lAuto (or Geneva Motor Show) is an annual auto show held in March. ... Maserati MC12 The Maserati MC12 is a mid-engined supercar derivative of the Ferrari Enzo Ferrari. ...

Future

The future most likely will see a 4-seater Coupé and a 2-seater Spyder using the shortened floorpan of the Quattroporte. The body design will be similar to that of the Quattroporte, and the introduction of the new model is scheduled for 2006. Rumored engines include a 4.3 L V8 (revised 4.2, 400 bhp), a 5.0 L V8 engine producing 470 bhp (a bored-up 4.2), and a Ferrari-612 sourced 5.4 L V12 engine (540 bhp). Even a V6 Biturbo (approx. 400 bhp) based on the new V6 of the Alfa Romeo 159 is being considered. Maserati Quattroporte (I) The Maserati Quattroporte is a luxury four-door sedan made by Maserati of Italy. ... Alfa Romeo is an Italian automobile manufacturing company, founded as Darracq Italiana by Cavaliere Ugo Stella, an aristocrat from Milan in partnership with the French automobile firm of Alexandre Darracq. ...