What kind of trouble will I get with this pimpster '02 Maserati Spyder?

[intakexhaust]

Top down, Cuban cigars, sporting a fedora and gangster shades. Thats my ticket. $19k OBO... approx. the annual budget spent at the gents club. Might have to quit that habit for awhile and beehave baby.

This thing already had three owners since 2002. One might be in the slam for something, who knows, live it.

More buttons than I care to know about. Defeat traction control would be fine though. Got some Feerardee motor with some get up. State Farm might not like to here it'll be reg. driver. But if I don't like it, can get a guaranteed refund by slapping a Trump bumper sticker on it and leave it in Chicago.

Think an insulting offer of $16,500 might be the money? I got life left in me but not so sure about these Maser's.





2002 Maserati Spyder | eBay

Maserati Spyder Convertible 6 speed auto manual paddle shiftier all original just under 400 horse power Ferrari engine. Runs perfect everything works.

Front Tires ~50% worn, Rear tires brand new: Michelin Pilot Sport Tires.

Maserati Engine Sound
Mileage: 55,000 Fuel: Gasoline
Exterior Color: Gray Engine: 8-cylinder
Transmission: Automanual
Drivetype: RWD Interior Color: Blue
Features
A/C: Front
Alarm
AM/FM Radio
Bucket Seats
Cruise Control
Leather Interior
Memory Seats
Navigation System
Power Locks
Seller's Notes
2002 Maserati spyder cambio corsa 6 speed auto / manual paddle low miles 55,000. Just under 400 horse, same engine as in Ferrari, all original, everything works, excellent driver, garage kept , 3 owners, I've owned it for 4 plus years, has original manual ,tools, flat fix, its not in show room condition, but very, very presentable. Excellent paint for 15 year old car. Original cost over $90,000.00 Need space, make offer.... NO PAY PAL!Engine EditMaserati V8 EngineBoth models utilize the F136 R V8 belonging to the Ferrari/Maserati F136 engine family; it displaces 4244 cc engine and develops 390 PS (287 kW; 385 hp) at 7000 rpm with a peak torque of 450 N/m (332 lb/ft) at 4500 rpm.

1 of 494 made for USA.

[WPOZZZ]

The Cambiocorsa tranny eats clutches. Many will install a Formula Dynamics DBW module to extend the clutch life. Never use the auto setting, use the paddle shifters. The motor is strong as it is what the 430 motor is based on. It has a timing chain so no need to worry about 3-5 years timing belt changes.

[Tervuren]

I have to say, aside from having a rev limit higher than 6,500RPM, nothing about that car I ever really found exciting. There are faster/lighter/more powerful cars, and there are more comfortable/luxurious cars. It doesn't really "own" a category.

I'd rather trade sportiness for reliablity/comfort of a Jaguar XK, or trade luxury for the sportiness of a Honda S2000.

[intakexhaust]

^I can live that. Appreciate the insight.

Amazed how low priced the Spyders have become. Speaking in general terms for any half decent car with 50k or so mileage.

Fleabay has a few others, same year but the colors are too loud. The silver / gray helps to fly under the radar. Been some time since having a conv. Coupes and extra doors are for those who need to strap in baby seats. I might occasionally haul some lumber and what the heck, its a Maserati.

[sc_rufctr]

Great but does it have to be a convertible? I'd go for a coupe.

(I'm bald + sun = premature aging)

[intakexhaust]

Originally Posted by Tervuren

I have to say, aside from having a rev limit higher than 6,500RPM, nothing about that car I ever really found exciting. There are faster/lighter/more powerful cars, and there are more comfortable/luxurious cars. It doesn't really "own" a category.

I'd rather trade sportiness for reliablity/comfort of a Jaguar XK, or trade luxury for the sportiness of a Honda S2000.

Wife always commented and likes Jaguar's of the same era.... I get the Ford era thing and do feel a bit of confidence. The S2000 are neat, driven one many years ago. I'm past that.

Looking at something like these budget Spyders -out of the ordinary. Just hope it wouldn't sting too bad should something go awry. I see the used motors / long block bring approx. $6,000. I'm going to see a local dealer and maybe get some feedback from the techs.

Wholesale must be a crime. Dealer ACV probably close to $13,500 ?? Though that won't happen.

[intakexhaust]

Originally Posted by sc_rufctr

Great but does it have to be a convertible? I'd go for a coupe.

(I'm bald + sun = premature aging)

Oh yes, I'm there and share the heat my friend.

Funny when I had the Mustang ragtop, top was always down, even way late Autumn, 30 degree mornings, windows up, heat full on. Loved it.

Always parked in the busy downtown left top down, nothing in the car of course but rarely had an issue. Seriously, overnights, downtown Chicago. Worst was maybe a bottle once tossed in. Avoided issues of slashed tops. Go figure...

Anyways, the ol 911 is a coupe, heavy clutch work for the Ms..

She likes her St, Germain tunes, and thinking perhaps something less effort with the shift department, can lala along while in the open air.

Admit we're a little different on cars. The Benz 4matic sedan is the do it all vehicle. Its getting tired looking, have to order a few more parts again from Pelican She's fine with it but I'll nurse it along for a few more years, also hold the 911. Have to be fair to her. hehe

[intakexhaust]

This one is pretty close to inspect. $19,000 OBO
Only 40k mileage. Looks like it been for sale quite some time. Don't think I could stomach this color. Possible persuade if they took another $4,000 off.

While we have snow and icy roads, I wouldn't mind see how it feels.

2002 Maserati Spyder | eBay

[livi]

Yup. You will look the part. Attracting foxy ladies like flies.

[Tervuren]

As an aside, how does your height fit into it? I found the Jaguar XK8 convertible to a bit short, the thick windshield pillar blocked my view of stoplights. I imagine the Maserati would be the same. The aluminum 2007+ XK I do not have that issue.

Does your wife know your looking at Maserati's? Or did you post here first, get ideas, then bring it up?

Definitely check with your local techs. The climate, roads and gasoline quality can make a car be problem free in one part of the world, yet a nightmare in a different local. The biggest problem with the Maserati, is you have less data points to go by.

There is only one Maserati Coupe that I saw listed with 100K miles, no convertablies listed with those sort of mileage. In contrast, there were 68 XK8's at over 100K miles. You need to look at not just how many miles it has on it now, but how many miles you'll be putting on it. If you want to put 10K miles/year for four years, and are buying a 60K mile car, you need to also shop for 100K mile examples to get an idea of what they car will be like down the road.

Also, where you are trying to park can effect how much you enjoy a car as a daily driver based on overall size.

Maserati Spyder Length 169″, Width 72"
Jaguar XK8 Length 188″Width 72″
Jaguar XK Length 188" Width 75"

[onewhippedpuppy]

It's like a Mercedes SL with a Ferrari motor and a full race transmission. Numb steering, comfy handling, epic motor, jerky transmission. The only time it works is blasting up an on ramp in full on manual mode. I had a 2003 Cambiocorsa coupe, I would have another with a stick and an aftermarket suspension. The buttons inside get sticky and peel, the dash panels scratch easily, and parts costs are insane. But damn did it sound nice....

[masraum]

Originally Posted by Tervuren

I have to say, aside from having a rev limit higher than 6,500RPM, nothing about that car I ever really found exciting. There are faster/lighter/more powerful cars, and there are more comfortable/luxurious cars. It doesn't really "own" a category.

I'd rather trade sportiness for reliablity/comfort of a Jaguar XK, or trade luxury for the sportiness of a Honda S2000.

Sound, that's probably the one thing that they "own".

[ErVikingo]

The exhaust note............. its music

[HardDrive]

I think they're very bland looking.

[sammyg2]

This one is only $6500

[bkreigsr]

Mike and Edd re-habbed one of these for their show.
You could do yourself a favor by reviewing the episode.
Not for the fainthearted.
Bill K

[MRM]

I like to research sport cars and daydream over them when I see one for what appears to be a good price. One of my projects was a Spyder like this one. I read a lot of reviews but never drove one, so take my advice for what it's worth.

The consensus of reviews was that it really was a kind of an orphan in its category. It was fine in all areas but wasn't the class leader in anything. It wasn't as sporty as a 911 or XKR, it wasn't as comfortable as an SL, and it was expensive to maintain. I seem to recall it was some sort of a transition car before the more modern models came in. My conclusion was that the XKR and 911 were the cars to consider for those years and at that price point.

[sammyg2]

Conclusion: yank that engine and stuff it in a 914!!!!!!!

(that would be a fun drive)

[greglepore]

Well, you've been told the clutches are suspect, so I'd want to know how much it costs to rr the trans and replace the clutches, that would give you a good idea. How much trouble can you afford?

[sammyg2]

Originally Posted by greglepore

Well, you've been told the clutches are suspect, so I'd want to know how much it costs to rr the trans and replace the clutches, that would give you a good idea. How much trouble can you afford?

At 18,000 miles figure that the clutch needs to be replaced soon. Cost somewhere between $3,500 and $5,000 depending who does it and what needs to be replaced (i.e flywheel, pilot bearing etc.) This has to be done by someone that has the Maserati specific code reader so they can adjust the clutch after replacement. Some independents have these. While your current mechanic can probably handle routine maintenance you should try to line someone up that knows these cars as they have their own little quirks at times amd you will save a lot of money in the long run if the mechanic working on it has experience.

There have been many other threads on maintenance costs. I think $3K-$5K per year (fluids, tires, and clutch if driven 6K miles/year) is realistic as long as repairs aren't needed. Repairs will raise that figure accordingly.

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