Hello, Im looking to get a 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. But I was wondering, why are they so cheap? I was reading up on them, they seem to be better built than bimmers and we all know bimmers are better built than Mercedes...Is it because they are an expensive upkeep? Or are they just not on the market??

 

I don't recommend getting an 06 Quattroporte if you're new to Maserati.
07 or newer ZF automatic would be a better choice IMO.
The older cars have the duo-select trans which requires clutches replaced if you use reverse too often or just leave it in auto. From what I read, 30k miles
is usually time for a clutch replacement, Less if you abuse it (backing up hills is especially bad). The 05s and 06s are usually less expensive.
It's almost impossible to find an independent mechanic who's familiar with them. You're basically at the mercy of the dealer. Parts are unbelievably
expensive compared to BMW & Merc.
I love my 07' but now need to find an Indy or a reliable Maser dealer in NJ
since my only visit to my dealer in Pa. Was a real disappointment.
Hope I didn't discourage you because I love mine and with it's 43k miles is
dead reliable.

 

jagwrjack we can work on your car and are down here in south jersey

undercoverperformanceinc@gmail.com

good amount of performance parts available also for all years on the quattroporte exhaust+ecu tune all you'll need to be pleased!

 

I am considering a 2010 Quattroporte. Anything I should be looking for specifically? In terms of wear and tear or ongoing problems?

Thanks in advance for any tips!

 

Go for it.
Only downside I can think of is cost of parts, no Bluetooth, outdated GPS.
Won't find a better looking 4door out there IMO.

 

Thanks! Will keep that in mind!

 

This is major work apart from the regular service/clutch/wear and tear items done to my 04 QP

58,000km - 6 years old
Engine Mounts
Shock Absorbers (leaked) changed to KW coilovers
Both Steering Tie Rods

67,000km - 7 years old
Aircon compressor
Radiator

77,000 - 8 years old
Driver side power window control

87,000 - 9 years old
Coil packs
Alternator
Driver power window glass lifter
Rear power window glass lifter
ABS control unit
Boot locking mechnaism

And lots of other small parts...

 

I would definitely go for 07+, I believe 08 + has some better improvements for the car overall not just the tranny. The prices are going down a significant amount for the 08s so it shouldn't be too big of a problem to find one in the right price range

 

I am in a similar position and have been doing a LOT of reading on Quattroporte and Granturismo.
With regards to the QP: second the earlier post. Make sure you get one with the ZF auto box (2007 and up but make sure when looking at a 2007).
The other golden rule, besides reviewing service history, is PPI. Get a full PPI inspection done by a professional (and not in the place you're buying the vehicle) and have them give you a full review (service, clutch wear, brake condition, compression test, any evidence of repairs / respray) and make sure they test all the electrical stuff (seats, windows, mirrors, etc...).

Ask for list of things performed or replaced as part of the service/warranty (e.g. expansion tank replaced, recalls completed, ...)

Unless you get access to all of these things, you are buying a car with potentially crippling service issues in your future. Note the POTENTIALLY, before a flame war starts. I'm not saying things WILL go wrong, but IF they do, they will be expensive to fix, unless you can see in the service records that they have already been fixed in the past.

Do your homework. Read what you can (here, Maseratilife.com, etc).

To paraphrase a saying about Ferrari: the most expensive car you can buy is a cheap Maserati.