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The stunning Maserati GranTurismo made its Australian debut at the Australian International Motor Show and it was undoubtedly the major drawcard of the Maserati stand by a long shot.

In Maserati's own words, the Pininfarina designed coupe is a marriage of "muscularity and sensuality" and I could not agree more.

Underneath the gorgeous body of the grand tourer par excellence lies a Ferrari-derived 4.2-litre V8 delivering 298kW - enough to propel the 1880kg coupe from rest to 100km/h in 5.2 seconds.

Australian spec cars receive Skyhook adaptive suspension, Bose upgraded stereo and comfort front seats. Skyhook is activated via the Sport button and provides a complete transformation over the relatively amiable, normal mode. Sport sharpens throttle response and reduces the six-speed ZF auto's shirt times, fairly begging you to drop down a gear, via the F1-style paddle shifter, as you sail into another hairpin.

The Maser is not blindingly quick by any means but it's fast enough and you know what they say? It's not necessarily how fast you get there that's the most important, but to do it in style is where the money's at.

And talking about money, this Italian stunner will set you back $292,800. Your nearest lottery newsagent is that way!

*Click on images for ultra hi-res versions. Copyright © 2007 ZCars.com.au.

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Posted By: charles - Category: Exotics, Italian cars, Wallpapers, Maserati, Coupes, High Performance cars, Australian International Motor Show AIMS

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EDO Competition Maserati MC12 Corsa

August 14th 2007 05:14

If you thought the 'standard' Maserati MC12 built-to-order supercar was wild enough, then think again.

EDO Competition, famous for the professional individualisation of vehicles (usually ultra-rare exotics) has tried their hands at one of only twelve Maserati MC12's in the world to deliver a special suspension system featuring independently adjustable compression and rebound damping.

This unique system offers three different adjustments allowing for low-speed compression damping characteristics to be altered while the high-speed settings - having a strong influence on ride-quality - remain constant.

Whilst the standard 555kW 6.0-litre V12 engine is left untouched, a newly developed EDO competition high-flow exhaust system provides a second-to-none aural soundtrack.

Other features include a ceramic composite high-performance brake system and custom forged wheels.

And perhaps the best news of all is that EDO is working to get this beast road-registered!

*Click on images for hi-res versions.

The Official EDO competition Press Release:

Introduction of the edo MC12 Corsa

During last year’s FIA GT championship Maserati drove their competitors into the ground with the MC12 GT1 (which already spawned the MC12). On the occasion of the overall victory, Maserati introduced the limited edition (12 units) MC12 Corsa.

The Über-Maserati weighs nearly 400 kg (880 lbs) less than the base MC12 (1,150 instead of 1,531 kg [2530 lbs instead of 3368 lbs]). This corresponds to a power-to-weight ratio of 1.5 kg / hp (3.36 lb / hp). With 755 hp and 740 Nm (546 ft-lb) of torque, the Corsa will run circles around the regular MC12 (632 hp).

edo competition does not shy away from extreme sports cars such as this one; instead it gives them finishing touches! Consequently a special suspension system developed by edo competition and manufactured by KW was fitted. The independently adjustable compression and rebound damping permits truly individual suspension setups. The unique system, with its three different adjustments, allows for low-speed compression damping characteristics to be altered while the high-speed settings, having a strong influence on ride-quality, remain constant. True racing technology for the road! Additionally the nose lift function available on the regular MC12 is carried over to avoid front and underbody damage.

Engine-wise, edo competition leaves the 755 hp–strong MC12 Corsa untouched. However, the 6.0-liter V12 now announces its power through a newly developed edo competition high-flow exhaust system – and it does so with a soundtrack guaranteed to induce goose bumps! The sports exhaust system with electronically controlled butterfly valves provides visual cues to the MC12 Corsa’s power thanks to dual exhaust tips, each with a diameter of 100 mm (4 in). edo competition put a strong emphasis on quality during its construction. The muffler and exhaust tips are made from durable V2A stainless steel. And, not to be overlooked: a remote control to adjust the sound intensity has been installed!

For better cold braking properties during road use, edo competition employed a ceramic composite high-performance brake system with 396 mm (15.6 in) rotors in the front and 360 mm (14.2 in) rotors in the rear along with special brake pads at both ends.

edo competition had newly developed forged wheels (in black) custom made for the edo MC12 Corsa. On the front axle they’re of size 10 J x 19 and on the rear axle of size 13 J x 20. The wheels employed by edo competition are shod with 265/35 ZR19 (front) and 335/30 ZR20 (rear) tires.

An official approval for road service is in preparation so that this unique edo MC12 can also be admired outside of the race track.

[Source: EDO]

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