MC Victory vs Gransport

[Emtee]

An annoying front splitter? Never thought that myself Scarily expensive to replace for sure, but it's presence has never irked me. As for the seats, Mrs Tee and I have travelled extensively and neither of us have had to visit the chiropractor.

 

[conaero]

Interesting....I wasn't being dumb then. I suppose a way to find out would be to get a Main Dealer parts dept to see if MCV camshafts are different from standard, I am off over to EuroSpares to see if I can find any different parts.

 

[adam01]

Also check the Trofeo spec sheets vs GS

These have been previously posted

 

[conaero]

Eurospares not listing a MCV variant, not saying that is the case, they just don't list it.

 

[Emtee]

Eurospares won't list the variances if there are any. This needs to be done via the manufacturers database using the build and engine numbers. The dealers have this database, as do authorised Indi's including Marios I Assume?...

 

[mjheathcote]

authorised independants....is there such a thing, they are independent, if you know what I mean!

 

[hilts uk]

Many thanks for the interesting feedback. Having driven a mint low mileage GS and the MCV back to back today, I can say that the steering felt slightly sharper in the MCV and the gear changes were a little smoother. However this could be purely down to the quirks of the individual cars themselves rather than the model. My wife who knows next to nothing about cars commented unprompted that the MCV felt a smoother drive (as a passenger). This was the opposite of what I expected given the MCV is clearer kitted out more as a pure sports car.

It seems there is some doubt as to whether there are any significant mechanical differences between the MCV and a GS but there seems to be a consensus that the MCV is likely to be retain or perhaps increase in value. As an aside I actually found the seats in the MCV more comfortable than the GS but I guess it depends on your body shape and I may feel differently after a few hours in the seat.

Finally I have had a look online at the only GS Spyder available but I'm not sure I could live with the interior to be honest. Does anyone know how many GS Spyders there are out there?

 

[Emtee]

Perhaps a poor choice of words Mike, but as far as I'm aware (Marios/Andy, please correct me if I'm mistaken) both Autoshield and McGrath are "recognised" independent businesses. Trading independently, but supported by the manufacturer in terms of access to factory training and production databases.

 

[adam01]

Many thanks for the interesting feedback. Having driven a mint low mileage GS and the MCV back to back today, I can say that the steering felt slightly sharper in the MCV and the gear changes were a little smoother. However this could be purely down to the quirks of the individual cars themselves rather than the model. My wife who knows next to nothing about cars commented unprompted that the MCV felt a smoother drive (as a passenger). This was the opposite of what I expected given the MCV is clearer kitted out more as a pure sports car.

It seems there is some doubt as to whether there are any significant mechanical differences between the MCV and a GS but there seems to be a consensus that the MCV is likely to be retain or perhaps increase in value. As an aside I actually found the seats in the MCV more comfortable than the GS but I guess it depends on your body shape and I may feel differently after a few hours in the seat.

Finally I have had a look online at the only GS Spyder available but I'm not sure I could live with the interior to be honest. Does anyone know how many GS Spyders there are out there?

All valid comments

- word of caution re the MCV seats - there is limited adjusment vs the std GS seata and there is no height adjustment with these - an issue for me. Have tried to find a suitable rail system yet unsuccessful. May have to have sometning made. These are Sparco seats as per thr F360 CS

 

[conaero]

Must admit I don't like the MCV seats I find them very uncomfortable.

I obviously don't have an MCV behind!

 

[Andyk]

Nope di lots of research last night and no mention of any engine mods at all..........i still can not believe they would have made any changes internally for the price they sold them for......All road tests and point to a cosmetic make over to shift a few more cars....Maserati points to cosmetic apart form quicker steering rack to enhance the driving experience.

 

[zagatoes30]

Spyders wobble but they are still great cars, they are rarer than the coupes. With almost all classic cars Spyders / Convertibles always carry a premium over the coupe versions.

As most on here know I am not a fan of the GS but I would be tempted by a GS Spyder purely on rarity value, however I wouldn't go for a the anniversary spyder as those camel humps behind the seats just ruin the crisp lines.

 

[Andyk]

Agree Andy a very acquired taste those humps....

 

[boomerang]

Buying a car just for its rarety, would never be my first goal.
For that reason, you could even concider a Karif, rare, but omg, it looks like...
For me the spyders wheelbase is to short, making the car look out of balance in a way, especially when you put it next to the coupe.
And it is unbelievable how different a spyder feels compared to the coupe.
The coupe feels rigid and tight, even in sportsmode on bad roads, while the spyder feels like it is going to crack somewhere sooner or later.
But then again, a spyder next to the coupe, for driving over smooth roads on sunny days....yesss.

 

[dickygrace]

Perhaps a poor choice of words Mike, but as far as I'm aware (Marios/Andy, please correct me if I'm mistaken) both Autoshield and McGrath are "recognised" independent businesses. Trading independently, but supported by the manufacturer in terms of access to factory training and production databases.

That is correct Miles. Access to diagnostic equipment, parts etc.

 

[dem maser]

the MCV is the GS version of the AC.....if your looking for a keeper then the MCV/AC is the one...if you want a good car to have the smiles and use it more often then GS/3200......

 

[dickygrace]

Nope did lots of research last night and no mention of any engine mods at all..........

I've looked everywhere over the years and it's not documented anywhere online that I could find. Autoshield know as they've worked on a lot of the MCV's over the last 8 years.

 

[dickygrace]

Agree with above re engine upgrades
I have researched the MCV fairly extensively and have not come across any references to such internal engine changes

Perhaps some further information/source could be posted

I don't have the information documented, and it appears no one does, it's mechanics that have worked on them who know that the parts are different.

 

[conaero]

I don't have the information documented, and it appears no one does, it's mechanics that have worked on them who know that the parts are different.

This may well be the case but it seems like a Marketing blunder, if you update the engine on a limited special edition and not make it know.

Then again, Maserati and Marketing blunders seem to go hand in hand if the Centenary is anything to go by.

 

[dem maser]

Italians and marketing??