I've been looking for a convertible for awhile.

I wanted four seat capability, so my shopping list consisted of Turbo S Cab (kinda/sorta four seats), M6 Vert, and (just off my radar was a) Maserati.

I was flirting hard with a couple dealers on 997 TTS Cabs but just couldn't quite pull the trigger. A stupendous car to be sure, but I wasn't feeling the exhaust note, the reports of road noise, and the somewhat German-ness of the interior.

Likewise, the M6 is a wonderful car, but we have two BMW's in the house and I was concerned about having essentially a drop top version of my wife's 550i.

About three weeks ago, I was at a stop light in my FGT waiting to turn left as a new/er Maserati coupe passed me on the gas.. the sound was intoxicating.

I was sold.

Fast forward three weeks and this arrived to join my little herd of vehicles - a new 2012 Granturismo Convertible Sport.

It's stunning to look at, to listen to, and she drives very nicely (all 20 miles I could put on before dark). Certainly not as quick as either a TTS or an M6 vert, she's quick-ish, has room for four real human beings, and is a perfect fit for my wants/needs.

I briefly considered the 2013 Sport as well as the 2013 MC Vert.. I didn't go that way as I don't personally prefer the new bumper design of the Sport/MC and wasn't after the harder suspended/more stylized exterior of the MC. I can see the appeal of the MC - it's quite a car, but I've got the 'sports car' angle covered already. The 2012 Sport was the best balance of design/comfort and let's face it, value.

She arrived last night from Ohio. Delivery was classy and problem free.

:cheers:

















'Non-Sport' mode video: Sorry for the shakes..iPhone+freezing=shaking
http://s93.photobucket.com/user/HIRI...tml?sort=3&o=1

 

Chris, it's GORGEOUS!!! Funnily enough, I've also been looking at the Mas GT. Damn, what a fine car!

 

Thanks Pro!

Oh, the sounds it makes!!

 

Wow. Just beautiful.

 

Congratulations! I too, prefer the non-smiley face 2012. Very nice acquisition.
Oh- psst! Larini Exhaust...

 

Tie open the valves on the mufflers with a zip tie so it doesn't just sound good above 3k but everywhere.

 

Any chance you could just remove a fuse?



Chris - Love the car. Looks and sounds amazing.

PS - It looks really good in my driveway.

 

^no. I first looked for this approach but it does not exist. It is as simple as laying on your back, reaching up and wrapping a zip tie around the valve. sounds fantastic at idle and normal driving speeds

 

she's hott

 

Thanks guys.. I'm loving her.

Sport/Manual mode opens the exhaust at all RPM's.. only catch is the car has to be in gear - aka, no revving in Park.

One of the reasons I didn't buy an MC is that I wanted the car to be 'quieter' at times (like when I start it at 6am and my son is still sleeping).

Most of the time now I drive in Sport/Auto mode.. loud above 2600 or so RPM's and quiet the rest of the time.

It's a 'gentleman's car' remember

 

Do you need a Swedish GF? You have fabulous taste in cars!!!

 

Thought you were English?

 

LOVE the car!!

 

I live next to porsche of the village and work near beechmont. I have seen that exact car in person! It is a beaut. Enjoy it

 

Thanks.. I am!