Newbie from Zurich, going to test drive a 4200 tomorrow

[PKZOP]

Hello all, what a fantastic forum, I am already addicted and that is just by reading this forum. I am extremely keen on purchasing a 4200 Coupe GT - 2003 with 131K - KM, 19K CHF - 13K GBP and I have a test drive tomorrow. This forum has certainly helped and guided me to what I should look out for. I need to do the list otherwise I will forget all the pointers in my excitement. I have seen the car and in my opinion it is in brilliant condition but so far only optic, so great start.
I would love to hear from fellow Mas lovers and experts what your thoughts are as a first time Mas buyer and if you feel I am making the right move. Looking forward to your comments

http://www.autoscout24.ch/de/2995725

MASERATI Coupé GT (Coupé) – 09.2003, 131K KM, CHF 18,900.-
Colour - Anthracite metallic, inner - Beige
Fresh - new MFK (Swiss Roadworthy), all Maserati Services, like new

Commentry
Exclusive Sports car in virtually new condition out of my Maserati/Alfa collection.

-Recent Major Maserati Service
-Only Serviced by Maserati
-summer vehicle (Never driven in winter)
-Complete History of Vehicle – all Data available
-interior leather roof
-18Zoll Maserati Optional Rims - Mags (3Kg lighter as Series)
-Lovingly cared for and looked after – technically & optical close to perfect
-Clutch and F1 Pump has been replaced

Vehicle will be delivered with Inclusive Maserati package:
-Totally polished
-Nano the complete vehicle
-Tyre cushions to park on to protect the tyres
-High Quality car cover from Maserati
-Battery charger

Alufelgen Sitzheizung Lederausstattung
Stabilitätskontrolle Parkhilfe
Tempomat Elektrische Sitze

 

[Mr.Cambio]

willkommen. These cars are highly connected to the heart. So i believe, our comments are useless, until you drive the car. So, my suggestion is, make the test drive, look on how you feel and get back with questions. Lovely interior btw. (check clutch wear !)

 

[drewf]

That's awesomely cheap for Switzerland - the advert says it's CHF 29'900 though... not CHF 18'900.

 

[PKZOP]

Hi dwerf, yip you are correct but I met with the seller and he upped the price on AutoScout as he was receiving to many fly by nights who were not really interested in the vechile but to try get a free ride, they tend to do that here. The price is average from what I can see from those advertised. Thanks for your comments.

 

[PKZOP]

Cheers Mr.Cambio I will check the clutch, the sellers works for Maserati & Alfa here in ZH so he has to be on the ball

 

[drewf]

Hi dwerf, yip you are correct but I met with the seller and he upped the price on AutoScout as he was receiving to many fly by nights who were not really interested in the vechile but to try get a free ride, they tend to do that here. The price is average from what I can see from those advertised. Thanks for your comments.

No worries - if you can get it at that price, then go for it! Looks like a superb deal... There's nothing for sale near that price here in Geneva.

 

[Andyk]

That looks lovely..Hope all goes well for you. Keep us updated.

 

[Classico]

As others have said, do take a test drive so you can form your own opinion.

The sound. styling and rush these cars give you is truly intoxicating.

Also be aware you do need to budget for clutch wear with some models like the 4200.

Brilliant car.

 

[PKZOP]

Thanks Andyk, will let you know how it went

 

[PKZOP]

Cheers Classico I am going to have a little piggy bank kept on the side for those issues when they arise, but I am sure it will be worth it as the intoxication will neutrilise that pain