Would you trade your classic Maserati for a new MC20?

Apple's and oranges, you can't possibly compare them , just like anything and anybody from then and now.

And no I would not.

When you choose a great wine it is not for its alcohol degree, it is for the taste and feeling it gives you...

Same for cars, I don't want a 1000hp zupercar or a 300 proof vodka, I want a car or a wine with a special personality, with charisma.

It is absolutely not about numbers, an artificial invention by man, but about the real thing: feelings. What it raises in your soul.

Ok my dinner is ready, good night

 

Sure, why not. I am a believer in trying out many different cars. If you've had your classic Maserati for some time perhaps it is time to try something different.
Ivan

 

I considered more than once to sell my 1982 Merak SS (one of the 68 EU-cars without any "green soup" qns Bora-dash!). But then, naaaa....! I own it now for 22 years. But now comes the MC20 and the consideration is back...! I decide when the Mc20 Spyder will be launched.

 

the biggest Issue I have concerning ownership of an MC20 really has nothing to do with the car. It a complete lack of confidence in the Maserati network in the USA. Not the few Ferrari/Maserati duals remaining but the vast majority that acquired their franchise through the CDJR network.

They-are part of dealer groups that sell primarily Mass Market brands, they don’t understand Maserati nor it’s customers nor do they care too. The MC 20 is a pretty advanced automobile, the quality of the techs In these dealerships shouldn’t be allowed anywhere near-an MC20

 

I'm in my early 30s and absolutely love the 50s and up to mid 60s designs from Maserati and most brands. The 70s stuff doesn't do anything for me honestly. It's sacrilege to some but I feel the same about the Ferrari Daytona, never really did anything for me.

The 3500 GT is one of my dream cars so I don't think I'd trade it for an MC 20. However, if I had owned a 3500 GT for a long time I might feel differently about it. Having said that, if you have a 3500 GT and decide to sell, please let me know!

 

The latest issue of the Alfieri magazine offers a comparison between the MC20, Bora and Merak... read it and you may get a feel for the difference.

That would be an incredibly difficult choice.

I have thoroughly enjoyed owning and driving our vintage Maseratis. But modern platforms are better sorted, more capable, safer and far easier to live with than the vintage hardware. I fully realize there is no single car that would satisfy me ad infinitum, I'm privileged to own both, so don't have to make that choice.

The only aspect you have to sort out for yourself is where your own passion lies.

I do know the last vintage car I'd ever sell is the first one I bought.
- Art

Same here, its styling leaves me unmoved.

 

None of that bothers me! Good luck on your journey though, it's a tough choice.

 

Can`t understand why everybody seem to compare the MC20 with the Bora! Conceptwise the new car is closer to the Merak!

 

I wouldn’t trade my Sebring for the MC20, that said I came to classic cars late, I’ve been lucky enough to have owned a number of modern exotics, as someone else said they each give you different types of enjoyment, I love driving my Sebring for the type of engagement, analogue for want of a better word that comes with an old classic, yet I also love the technology, feel & superior handling, comfort & speed of the ‘digital’ that comes with modern exotics. They each have their place, I’d say go & test drive an MC20, only you can ultimately make that decision.

If money plays a part in that ultimate decision I would just say the MC20 will drop in value the moment you leave the showroom, the 3500 is likely to keep appreciating for a long time to come.

 

I liked my Khamsin too much to trade it for any other car -- whether newer or older. I really liked the styling and the car was technically engaging. Especially the hydraulics.

Alas, a while back I traded it for part of my son's college tuition.

 

A good trade indeed
Ivan

 

Purely from the car point of view, of course, these are apples compared with oranges, but I think you know that too. And yet, think twice. I would not trade in. These "old" Maseratis are all classics, have not been built for a long time and are now unique. This gives you a certain peace and satisfaction, you can enjoy your unique car. A lot will happen with the MC20, the Spider is coming, the full electric is coming, the hybrid is coming, and probably Trofeo versions are still to come. If you trade in now you will be caught up in the rules of new car sales. You are quickly led to believe that you own a new car that is no longer new, marketing and many other people will soon tell you that there is already something better and, that, of course, should not be underestimated, you're going to face a lot of value depreciation very quickly.

 

I would except that this car doesn't really do it for me and my wife would never talk to me again if I traded a Bora for something like this. My GOC? Yes but I'm afraid I'd fall well short.
I'd be tempted if this was the Alfieri though.

 

I trust that he's been saving up for pay back time right?

 

Because the Merak was never a top dog Maserati. Terribly underpowered.

 

I said conceptwise! I did not say performancewise

Merak = mid-engine, V6!
Bora = mid-engine, V8!
MC20 = mid-engine, V6!

So - which is closer together...?

 

Oh that's an easy one. Sexiest, most powerful car in the lineup ... has to be the Bora. Merak little sister.

 

I would do disgusting things for a 3500GT. I would like to have an MC20. So, no I would not trade. In fact thinking of moving my 3 pedal 575 for a classic Ferrari.

 

Well, I herad enough comments in the near past that finds the Bora quite boring and the Merak with its significant rear columns quite sexy.

 

Again you missed the point! I asked about the concept...and not about their libido rolleyes

 

I didn't miss a darn thing. The only thing the Merak has in common is that it too is a V6 mid engine car. But it was the less sophisticated, less powerful and less expensive baby Bora. That's not an accurate conceptional comparison to the MC20. Sorry but those are facts. At least it's very nice to look at.

 

Depends on which classic you have to trade.
Besides the badge the cars are totaly different.
Imo a 4cyl Alfa gulia does all the modern stuff right, yet is still engaging and more than quick enough for road use. So instead of trading a classic, just add a gulia.

TRhe MC 20 design wise looks stunning in pictures. By all reports its very mucha Gt car, which means a daily exoyic. Maybe wen a harder higher perfomance version comes along it may be a more alive and engaging car, that may warrant a trade.