Looks like the new car intro embargo-breaking will continue, this time overseas. A couple of weeks before the car is set to debut officially at next month's Geneva Motor Show, here are a few images of Maserati's new GT Coupe. This Pininfarina-styled coupe takes the Quattroporte's styling in a much bolder direction.

The current Coupes have failed to enthuse as much as hoped, although their performance is stellar. As we told you a few days ago, the car should be quite a mover. MotorAuthority is reporting an anticipated (and amazing for a front-engine coupe) 49/51 weight distribution. Rumored to be powered by an upgraded 400 hp 4.2-liter V8, performance should again match the car's promise. As evidenced by the tail lettering, the full GranTurismo name will be used on the new GT. Expect cars on dealer lots by Summer.

And there are rumors of the new GranSport model as well. Featuring an all-new 450 hp 4.7-liter V8 from Alfa Romeo's 8C Competizione, it should better match up against the M6/XKR/DB9 competition. A new Spyder and possibly a Coupe-Convertible with a retractable hardtop should follow some time next year. And of course, this is also the platform that the upcoming entry-level Dino might share when it shows up late this year. That car is still unofficial, but word has it that this baby Ferrari will sell for around 175 large and might not be a Ferrari at all (no Prancing Horse logos, just like the original Dino), just in case there's any backlash. Three slightly larger pics in the gallery.


http://www.autoblog.com/2007/02/19/m...-pics-surface/

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You know, I LOVE Maseratis, but I'd really like it if they brought back the "boomerang" taillights of the original 3200 from the late 90's. Why, oh why did they change them when they started selling it in the states?

Interesting though. I've noticed many people here talking about how Ferrari designs are looking very Japanese. I looked at the back of this and immediately thought of the new Lexus supercar. . . whatever it is.

I test drove (twice ) the GranTurismo and it's an excellent car: Italian flair and beauty coupled with Teutonic quality and feel.

I actually put down a deposit for the GranTurismo S, but I may pull it if I manage to get the Gallardo I am negotiating with a dealer for.

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