Oh, didn't know that. But when you switch off ASR it's extra-quick. And if you listen to the two turbos at 65 mph, there is this unmistakable sound of acoustic resonance between the two turbos like in a jet airplane. And the V8. In combination with the automatic gearbox, this GT rides like a Riva-motorboat, where you also can listen to the resonances and power of the twin-V8-engines. Finally, the cream pie of this vehicle is its rear-end. Everybody knows that, because of the boomerang - LED-lights. But the rear end of this vehicle is not only that, it is also the lines of the rear transom like the the tail end of a Riva Tritone or Aquarama. Stylistically, every 32OO GT is one of the rare Riva-Runabouts on the road.

I had a brand new one from Maranello in 2000, Argentinian blue with silver pipped hide, fully loaded auto with every extra, I had it 4 years, fab car very reliable no issues but servicing could be spiteful, and it was fast. I had a full on race with a 996 turbo and I saw 192mph on the speedo when I backed off and it was still going probably would of seen 195mph, which is probably a genuine 175-180. The Porsche was some way behind. I’ve had so many great cars but the 3200gt felt special every time I went out.

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

That’s a great memory to have. They’re still very special today and extremely under rated. Ed

Great review and history. I've had my 2002, 3200GT manual (coincidentally in the same colour) for 3.5 years now and absolutely love it. The way it makes you feel, and that noise! ❤

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks David. Much appreciated. If you haven’t subscribed already, and you wouldn’t mind, then please do. It would be most helpful. Ed

@davidjordan6704

2 жыл бұрын

@@Back_Road_Hero Hi Ed. I've subscribed and look forward to more reviews....particularly on the 3200GT, but then I am a bit biased 😉

The 3200GT engine wasn't developed into the engine that went into the Maserati 4200GT and the Ferrari F430. The M138 engine in the 4200GT that was then used by Ferrari was designed by FIAT Powertrain Technologies (FPT) who do all of the FIAT group engines. It was designed using their "modular design" system and is conceptually more similar to two Alfa Romeo engines welded together! The 3200GT engine and the 4200GT engine share nothing in common - they are completely different. As are the cars - although they share a common "look" to them, the two cars share very little in common and have very few common parts.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, i stand corrected. But you have to agree that the Italians and FCA group have never been that honest where their technology has come from. e.g. Alfa QV/California T and MC20 etc. Ed

@karacop78

2 жыл бұрын

"The internet" says that M138 was developed by Ferrari for Maserati and Ferrari V8 models. It also says that Fiat Powertrain Technologies (FPT) was established in March 2005, almost 4 years after the launch of the 4200 Spyder, the first one with that engine.

Great video again, and thanks for the mention, so much more info than I knew! Cheers!

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Loved researching it Ian. Any more ‘top tips’? There’s the missing Fiorano times?

@iancullington6765

2 жыл бұрын

@@Back_Road_Hero bear in mind this dyno print was for a car that’s nearly 20 years old, so bound to have been more than 410 when new

Very interesting. So probably Ferrari bought Maserati because they were afraid of competition, seeing what a great car the 3200GT is turning out to be on the late stages of development. And they were jelaous of this engine for sure :)

@Back_Road_Hero

9 ай бұрын

I’m not sure on the reasoning behind the purchase. I just know that they probably wanted to avoid any embarrassment with their new car. Ed

Great video Well put together And very interesting 👍

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed the research for this one learned loads in the process. Ed

I heard couple of times and there's been discussions on forums that 3200 was "detuned" by incorrect timing set from the factory, so when changing belts if you adjust timing exactly as needed you get full potential. So official numbers might be correct for factory cars, when set properly they are obviously higher.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I’ve heard the same but even the poorly tuned cars are making 410hp! I’d love to see a properly tune one on the dyno! Ed

Great content thanks

I got 1. 2 mx5 turbo and 1 mazda 6 mps 260hp. but the 3200gt in 5th gear is insane. love it. scared for maintenance and electric options fail all the time.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Christian. I try not to call them failures, but personality! Ed

It was so good, until the part with torque and power. Sadly as wrong as many other english speaking countries tend to get it. Torque does not generate acceleration and power not the top speed. They are inseparatably intertwined and a function of each other. Horsepower accelerates and gives you top speed. The more power, the faster you accelerate and faster you go at vmax. You either have a lot of torque with low rpms or little torque with lot of rpms. It almost does not matter, if both have the same power. Only in subjective feel and certain situations. The differentiating factor is how fast the engine revs and how adapted the gearing is

I love this car the 3200gt Bi Turbo, I have the 4200 2006 but i love this 3200 gt also !

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Get them while they’re cheap as they’re only going one way. Thanks for the comment. If you haven’t subscribed already, would you mind doing so? It would greatly be appreciated. Regards. Ed

Thanks Ed

Ed, massively enjoyed your perspective on the Maserati 3300Gt. Due to spare parts issue now with the 3300Gt, I was considering entering the market.on a 2008 Gransport LE. How would you consider & rate this option v the 3300Gt? I would really appreciate your opinion? Naturally I've subscribed & look fwd to enjoying more of your commentary on Italian machines particularly Maserati. Cheers from Scotland 🍻

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

Hi William. The Gransport will have much more commonality with the Ferraris of that era. Whilst looking the same, the 3200 is a very different beast which Ferrari turned their backs on when they took over Maserati. They wouldn’t even warrant used cars. The Gransport is arguably the better car. All I would suggest is that you carefully inspect any prospective purchase as either model could be ruinously expensive to put right. Hope this helps? Ed

@williampendlebury-ng5sk

Жыл бұрын

​@Back Road Hero Ed, great to hear back from you so soon. Your reply was spot on. I'd love to get my hands on a Gt3200, but spares worry me greatly. Ah, well, I'm certainly actioning a PPI on a Gransport Le that I've got my eye on. Fingers crossed . Loved your detail on your Alfa QP, Gorgeous car. Cheers W🍻🍻🍻

Great video ❤

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Ed

Just took delivery of mine! Astounded (in a very good way) is an understatement! She is superb, thanks for the vids and info!

@Back_Road_Hero

7 ай бұрын

Enjoy. They’re fantastic when they work properly. Ed

As long as the name of MASERATI exists, that soul exists.

Proper job again. Also the Assetto Corsa is said to have more power then the regular 3200GT I have sold one and driven it from Italy to Sweden.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Although they never claimed any power increase it’s so easy to tune these engines. The turbos run at less than 1 bar! Ed

@Tonewheeldude

2 жыл бұрын

@@Back_Road_Hero 450HP is what i was told.Would be interesting to dyno.

@richardinuk

7 ай бұрын

The AS only had stiffer suspension, red Brembo's and grooved disks, apparently "There was no power increase" Got to love when under promised.

What are the main differences between the “normal “ 3200 GT and the 3200 GT Assetto Corsa? Would you eventually go for the assetto corsa or the standard car?

@Back_Road_Hero

2 ай бұрын

I think it’s suspension and a body kit. Also don’t think think the AC was available in manual. And it has a ‘automated manual’ instead of the full auto on the regular car. Ed

Great video, thanks! 🔱🔱🔱

@Back_Road_Hero

6 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it! Ed

Great video

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. If you haven't subscribed already then please do so. Ed

Hi Ed Whilst on my hunt for My Maserati, I came across a video from Top Gear 1999, with Tiff Needle on the 3200Gt. Just like his namesake, he was far from generous of the car on its release. Even with the outstanding boomerang back lights he used the Honda reference! Needless to say, I much preferred your vastly professional approach & delivery on this car. I must confess after getting to know the model over the Internet, my head has been turned by the automatic from the Gransport. Can I possibly ask a favour of you? There's two 3200Gts (auto) on Autocar @ present. One in dealer the other private sale. At first glance it's the private sale that's grabbed my attention, more miles but we'll looked after. What do you think? Coming from Scotland, don't totally want to waste my time going down. Cheers( if possible) Will 🍻🍻🍻

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

Hi Will. Without looking at the adverts my gut feeling is that the private sale is risky unless you know what you’re looking at AND getting an inspection done. With the dealer sale you’re covered by the Consumer Rights Act. Whereby you can return or get the car fixed. I’ll have a search for the ads and let you know further. Ed

@williampendlebury-ng5sk

Жыл бұрын

​@Back Road Hero Many thanks, Ed. I'll go with your steer on this. Cheers Will🍻🍻🍻

i drive it 22 years, just fabulous driving experience over the years .. trouble free..

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Yves. That’s good to know. Ed

The truth is known to only a few critics in the world. Because I don't know anything about cars, especially sports cars.

I just wish that the servicing network was better and Maserati were serious about parts supply.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Plenty of specialists here in the UK. You also have to remember that this was a ‘Maserati’ era car and not a ‘Ferrari’ one. That being said they were sold in tiny numbers but there are still parts breakers out there as unfortunately some were/are too expensive to fix and worth more in parts. We need to keep as many of them on the road as possible. Ed

Very interesting. Shame there old now. Mine is great but continues to be difficult to keep alarm light and fault code free. Mostly electronic problems but makes it unreliable for daily use.

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

Yes they sometimes have a mind of their own and this one was no exception. New shock removed the suspension fault and a rebuild of the throttle body with an upgrade to a contactless throttle position sensor sorted the check engine light. Thanks. Ed

A thinking man's Ferrari.

Thnk por los subtitulado en español

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

I think they are automatic but thank you. Ed

Nice video

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marcus. I’m planning more content with this one when the weather turns a bit better here. Please subscribe for the updates. Ed

Everybody is doing that, thay shold give a dyno sheet of every car on the dyno.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. If you haven’t subscribed already, would you mind doing so? It would greatly be appreciated. Regards. Ed

Yo tengo el 3200 manual y es maravilloso

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

The manual is also wonderful. Ed

@babel1017

9 ай бұрын

​@@Back_Road_Herothank

f1 gearbox is junk big delay 2 slow

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

That’s only on the 4200GT. The 3200GT is much better with the full auto box.