Boomerang tail lamp is the coolest.

Very nice to see a review made by someone who actually understands this car. To me, well done! Agree with you on decision about gearbox, since the manual I felt to be a complete different car, a lot faster, but then heavy on clutch which is very noticeable in traffic. Auto is more comfortable, yet still fast enough to overtake when needed. Maintenance and patience may be a high price, but never expensive considering the experience owner gets in return.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Luis. You’re very kind. I’m just letting others know about this fantastic piece of automotive history. Ed

Finally THE review of 3200! Been waiting for years fot someone to do it. Thanks a lot, excellent, detailed review! Makes me appreciate my gta even more ). Looking forward to next videos.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it. Everyone goes on about the manuals being the best but I should also have mentioned that the clutch config can cause crank movement which will destroy an engine. The GTA auto is the car it was designed to be with full integration of the systems and no costly clutch changes. Yes it’s slightly slower to accelerate, and top speed, but with its transition from modern to classic status it’s now all a bit academic. I hope to do more with it. Thanks for subscribing. Ed

I'm sold, I want one! Thanks for the great video.

What a fantastic review! I have one of these or a 4200 on my wish list so this has been very informative.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help. Ed

Hi! I can't believe your video has only 400 views. Well done - the video is informative, interesting to watch and edited very well! You actually own/drive/review I really like myself, such as this 3200GT and Giulia Quadrifoglio. I am actually thinking of selling my Integrale Evo to buy a Giulia QV and your videos on the Giulia are really helpful.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. The 3200GT really is a niche vehicle so I don’t expect it to do as well as my QV one. It’s only been live for a day so time will tell. I’m not really chasing views but if people like it and I help in a decision then that’s all that matters. I’m having fun making them. Keeps me out of trouble! 😜 Ed

Just found you Ed, and enjoying your vids.... would be great to see you talking about and giving insights on how to go about the used car sales business given your experience. Best, Lewis

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lewis, from a business owners perspective?

@lewisbrown51

2 жыл бұрын

@@Back_Road_Hero yeah, I'd certainly be interested in your 'how to' advice, how to find cars, how to value, what margin should you work with, prepping cars for sale, pricing, warranties, doing deals, customer after sales care, etc etc... I find all that very interesting, bit of a petrol head and always fancied buying and selling cars but don't really know where to start, and obviously don't want to fail massively... Best, Lewis

Superb professional review. Am doing a load of homework before treating myself to a retirement present, narrowed the choice now to a Maserati 3200 4200 or GT v. Giulia QV. Your knowledge passed on through your reviews has been invaluable. Many thanks.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul. Glad to be of some help. The 3200 in my opinion is the more interesting due to its rarity. Build quality on the Maserati is far superior and the pace is all you’ll ever need for a road car. The Alfa is technically more advanced, has better infotainment and is probably the more reliable for longer trips abroad. Both are an excellent choice and I find myself very privileged to be able to enjoy both. Regards. Ed

Great review! Finally a review by someone who knows what they're talking about, and not just a journalist. I have a manual 3200 GT in exactly the same colour as your test car, and absolutely love it - my car is also one of the last 3200 GT's being a 2002 car. I am considering buying a second 3200 GT, but an automatic car, for more everyday use, particularly as they are as cheap as chips - but for how much longer 🤔?

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

They represent massive value for money if you find the right one. Still very fast even by modern standards. Thanks. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. Regards. Ed

Very good! Thank you.

What wicked and informative review! Thanks! PS: did you hear the turbo whistling? Or did the mic not pick that up? It's a nice confirmation the car has 2 turbos.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

So glad you liked it. Yes they whistle nicely, it’s all part of the experience! You probably don’t hear them as I use a lavalier (lapel) microphone with the cameras for best vocal audio. I’m planning more so please subscribe to the channel if you haven’t already. Ed

Beautiful car, great review, thank you.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! Ed

Very good review of the Maserati 3200 GT. After having owned several high-priced and fast cars in my life (up to Mercedes CL 65 AMG, Aston Martin DB7, Ruf Rturbo and others), I am currently looking for a Maserati 3200 GT, as it was the first new sports car I sat in in my life - at the IAA in Frankfurt/Main - and that makes a lasting impression. It is only through this retrospective that I consider a GTA to make sense for me, as I am looking for a fast touring car and otherwise still own manual cars. A Jaguar XJR 4.0 could also join the list. :) Thanks and all the best!

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. It’s very much appreciated. Ed

Thanks for the detailed review

@Back_Road_Hero

9 ай бұрын

My pleasure! Ed

Very helpful and informative thanks for the great advice 👍

@Back_Road_Hero

6 ай бұрын

Glad to help. Ed

Nice review, couple of things to mention. There are some year 2000 cars around that have the OBD2 port but use the the older ecu so what out for that. Also the UK Assetto corsa were both Auto and Manual.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Half the reason I do these reviews is to learn more. Thanks for letting me know.

@gooseturbo6087

2 жыл бұрын

@@Back_Road_Hero No worries, also In my opinion the Manual gearbox is much more fun drive, its a proper drivers car. The Clutch is available new.

What do you think of the Gransport LE (2008)? Compared to the 3200Gt? Many thanks, subscribed. Great & informative piece on the Maserati 3200. Cheers

Great review, thanks for sharing the experience! I'm sad to hear the manuals are not as reliable as they could be. Next year the 3200GTs are legal for importing into the US!!! (stupid 25-year rule) At those prices you mentioned it is very tempting.

A delightful and first-rate review. Thank you. A few years back The Elf told me I was falling asleep at the wheel of my old BRG Jaguar. She said "Now you're old (ouch) and lame, you need something sensible! Cheap to service, easy to park and GET IN AND OUT OF and above all Economical." Obviously, the 3200 GT ticked all the boxes. My beautiful, timeless, always-specialist-serviced Ragazza Cattiva is indeed the BRILLIANT automatic and she is pure joy. Amazingly even with four 13-stone grown-ups comfortably aboard, she adores hills and bends and handles as perfectly as when one is alone. Long may spares be available, for I'm in love.

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Ed

Nice video! Well done!

@Back_Road_Hero

9 ай бұрын

Thank you very much! Ed

Thanks for the comprehensive review! Wasn't there an issue with crankshaft thrust bearing wear, especially on manual gearbox models with the thrusts taking clutch pressure plate release loading? Or was that a different engine? Thanks.

@Back_Road_Hero

7 ай бұрын

No you’re correct. I’m sure that I mentioned it. The clutch release works in reverse to the conventional set up and OEM parts don’t exist anymore. Ed

Great review!!!

@Back_Road_Hero

6 ай бұрын

Thank you. Ed

Do like these. Saw one on the road and it immediately got my attention. Couldn't help but get my phone out and get a few photos. Problem is the costly repair bills/maintenance. 😨 😆

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. We bought this at auction Bob knowing it had a couple of issues. Check engine light and suspension error. Engine light was the throttle body (very common). Suspension error was a strut. All fixed for about £1000. These are still less than half the cost of a Ferrari 456GT which is regarded as the entry level Ferrari GT and represent massive value for money. We took the gamble and haven’t looked back. 😁 Ed

Park light button in panel is just for park lights without keys turning (not for park sensors). Front low ball joints are not separately replaceable (whole low lever assy need to be replaced) Front upper level ball joint is replaceable separately. There was 3 different error reading (OBD) versions. 1. 3 wire 2. OBD1 and 3. OBD2 (eOBD) depending year model But mainly good review.

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that. It clears up the the button issue. Yes I know the ball joints are integral with the wishbones. I just failed to get it across. Ed

Superb review

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Michael. If you haven’t subscribed already, would you mind. Many thanks. Ed

@mikesimard47

2 жыл бұрын

@@Back_Road_Hero Done

Hi from Western Australia, what a great review. So the big question, what’s better, a 4200 or a 3200 manual. I know a nice exhaust and a tune for the 4200 sorts out the F1 transmission. Also there are a few manual 4200around , very few. Cheers.

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

The 3200 is rarer and has those epic rear lights. Also see my video on claimed bhp. The 3200 is more powerful. Ed

Good work. I'm taking informations about the 3200GT since years now and it is the best video I ever see on this car. I will probably buy a manual one only due to short driving (less than 3000km/year) I allready have others cars but in my opinion for someone that want enjoy his car long journeys and roadtrips the auto is the one to buy ! Of course I think the manual will rise more in value instead of the auto. Here in continental Europe the prise differences between an auto with 160k km (100k miles) and a manual 80k km (50k miles) is about only 5k€ so will look after a "low" mileage manual one for holding the value. By the way this car is an absolute bargain for the price ! I want to buy mine as soon as possible I fear a quick rising of the price. Enjoy yours guys is one of the most beatiful modern car !

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

You’re very kind. Glad you liked it. I’ve just seen a great one for sale at Classic Remise in Berlin you might want to check out. If you haven’t subscribed already then would you mind doing so please? I’m chasing the golden 1000 subscribers. Ed

@hugohd7525

2 жыл бұрын

Hi, what kind of prices over there? Here in Portugal already all above 40.000€ ! Regards and thanks for a nice video and comments

@francoisdefourny3518

2 жыл бұрын

@@hugohd7525 Belgium/Nederlands/Deutschland etc. Around 20k for an auto with 100k km or more. 30k for a manual with less than 50k km.

@hugohd7525

2 жыл бұрын

@@francoisdefourny3518 ok thanks, here the 40K ones are also lower than 50K quilometers

Hi Ed My apologies for calling the Maserati 3200Gt the 3300Gt. Ain't no typist, should have checked before sending!!😁

Fantastic review. I think I may have found the car to replace my Alfa Giulietta QV. The Giulia QV values are too strong for my budget but these are remarkably affordable these days. I'm happy with mostly DIY maintenance and have a good independent for the big stuff. I'm thinking that values on the 3200GT have probably bottomed out by now so could be an appreciating asset. Am I mad?

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Here’s one for sale in UK with the same colour combo. Just £15k! www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/12729722

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Or here’s a manual 4200GT with fewer miles for not a lot more. Slower than the 3200 in real terms and non turbo but also incredibly affordable. www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/12249017

@raggedrascal5463

2 жыл бұрын

@@Back_Road_Hero I'm a little way off from taking the plunge but it's almost a no-brainer. I could see these prices rising before long. The toughest part would be convincing people that NHS staff really are underpaid while driving a Maserati. If only they knew....

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Is that a Northern Irish accent? I’m from Portrush :D great video!

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Yes. Hillsborough, County Down, originally. 👍😁

beautiful Car

@Back_Road_Hero

4 ай бұрын

It sure is! But a pain in the ass sometimes. I’m sure I’ll make a video on it. Ed

Came for the Masarati ( of which your a expert) but also spotted the Moxon

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂. I also volunteer at GB3RS 😜

Good video

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Please subscribe if you haven’t already. Regards. Ed

Thank you for the review. I get your logic with the auto 3200, as the cost of the clutch and potential limited mileage of the 4200 cambiocorsa puts a doubt in my mind. I have found a 3200gta for £8750 compared to £10k for a 4200. I'm concerned about the age difference and reliability of the electronics and the idea that the 4200 has modified and improved parts/build. I simply cannot decide on which model...?

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

The 3200 is more collectible and actually more powerful. The 4200 auto will cost you more in the long run. The manual 3200 can also suffer from ‘crank float’ because the disengagement of the clutch puts pressure on it making the auto less troublesome. That being said buy the car in the best condition re bodywork and servicing. There’s no such thing as a cheap Maserati to maintain. Hope this helps? Ed

Engine and transmission... easy simple and cheap to maintain... light engine and heavier transmission... it doesn't slips anymore in hard turns..

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Ed

I have had and sold several Maserati 3200GT including a Assetto Corsa

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Is it an accurate review? Ed

@Tonewheeldude

2 жыл бұрын

@@Back_Road_Hero Wery good. Though i prefer the Manual cars. I hope the value on them will go up so more people will take good care of them. Regarding the 4200 with manual gearbox There are only some 1.300 made. The cambiocorsa can be ok if you use it right to prolong the life of the clutch.

Glad your happy with your Maserati, but having owned the Shamal , different Ferrari's and 911s ii believe I am in a position to correct you about the 4200 Cambio corsa. The clutch will last a very long time depending on how you drive the car, simple as that, it needs respect, it's not a jump in and drive off thing.

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. As with all things that they last longer with respect. Ed

I love the 3200 gt .

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, if you haven't already subscribed, would you mind doing so? Ed

Wow!

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

It’s such an awesome car. So much that we’re selling the XKR. 😁

I own the same color ... and become it's in my country no parts available... I LS1 SWAP it.. because couldn't fix it and couldn't sell it for the love of owning it...

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

LS swap. Is it similar performance? Ed

Don't forget.... i have a manual. And every time you press the pull clutch you pull the crank and wear out axial bearings. I'm still rebuilding and searching parts for my engine. It's pulled out and standing on stands for 6 months. My dream car is now more of a nightmare borderline relationship. I wish my insurance covered burning it.

@Back_Road_Hero

Жыл бұрын

Such a shame Christian. I’m aware of the issue in the manuals. It’s so long since I did the review in the Maserati I’m not sure if I mentioned it or not. I think I did. Ed

looks like the Maserati Coupe in the US... not sure why you say it's not available here

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

Only the 4200GT was available in the US from 2002. This is the previous model a 2000 3200GT. Different engine, gearbox, power. It looks almost the same but is a completely different animal. Ed

@spinebustergaming

2 жыл бұрын

Different car with the same body. The 3200 has the last Maserati engine, twin turbo V8. Maserati Coupe/4200 is the Ferrari 4.2 V8, naturally aspirated. AND the Coupe does not have the boomerang lights. Best of the lot is the Gransport especially in MC Victory guise

Looks like it have the sticky italian butons

@Back_Road_Hero

2 жыл бұрын

yes quite common. At least the surrounds aren't plastic but leather. Haven't tried cleaning them yet but might give it a go. Ed