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Old 10-05-06, 10:45 PM
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According to Winding Road magazine, it has been suggested that it will come in both a 2+2 coupe and a 2-seater hardtop convertible. Engine expected to be a significantly updated version of the Ferrari/Maserati 4.2L V8 with capacity of 4.5 L, reportedly good for up to 500hp. Prices to start from $110K & up. . .

Illustrations commisioned by Winding Road based on sources. . . . . . .
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Old 10-05-06, 10:49 PM
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hmmm...I was liking what I was seeing, until I saw the second pic. Looks like 8 different cars rolled into one.
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I like both pics.
Now make it 30k$ and I'll get one.

Save the other 30k$ for maint...
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Front reminds me of the S2K, and rear reminds me of the Alero.....weird....not really digging it.
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Im liking it except for those "M" fenders.
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Old 10-06-06, 05:51 AM
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Doesnt look bad but its a chop based on the G35 did anyone notice the SC430 headlights.
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Old 10-06-06, 06:51 AM
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Maseratis aren't bad. I have a friend who has one in the apartment building next to me. Down here, it is more of a statement (which my friend admits) that he could not afford a little more to get a Ferrari (he got his Maserati used).

Still they are nice vehicles.
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Originally Posted by GFerg
hmmm...I was liking what I was seeing, until I saw the second pic. Looks like 8 different cars rolled into one.
I agree.

It's weird. The first pic is good: higher waist and rounded body, like a Porsche. The second looks off: the lines seem lower and more flat, like a Corvette.

And damn that Bangle butt!!! On a Maserati?!?!?
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Judging from the pics alone...it's look ok, I'll reserve judgement till I see it in person.
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yeah definately a chop
the rear probably came off a BMW 3 series or 5...

front lamps looks like it came off a corvette and the holes in the bumper looks like it came from a 911
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Originally Posted by GFerg
hmmm...I was liking what I was seeing, until I saw the second pic. Looks like 8 different cars rolled into one.
I see 3-series tails
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HORRRIBLE Chop job.... M3 Slits, Wheels off Gransport, Front and tail lights from good no where...Its not even smooth/flowing looking...Ill wait until I see real pics like Seize
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