Mr. M
Tire Trailblazer
Impressive. Exceeding expectations. Spectacular.
There's so many things I can say about this car, but let's not get carried away just yet.
I casually brought up a comparison with my dad, asking him which of the flagships he would choose for his next car that would complement the Phaeton. I came with the S8, 750Li, S500, XJ Super V8, the next generation LS600h and thr Maserati Quattroporte. He then contemplated for a moment and then realised, 'Hey, we haven't tried the Quattroporte yet! Want to go today?'
Of course, I said yes even though I had a terrible flu and tons of homework. So after lunch, we changed up and headed for the showroom, which is set in the middle of an industrial estate. The reason being is that the dealer was once dealing with chemicals and machinery, and now they've conglomerated their company and moved into cars.
I felt that was a bit off, because I expected the showroom to be somewhere more noticeable and exclusive. Nonetheless, the cars that it held were just fantastic. To name a few: Maserati MC12, Ferrari Enzo, Ferrari 612 Scagletti and of course the Quattroporte Sport GT.
The Quattroporte's interior never ceases to impress. In pictures the knobs and buttons may look plasticky, but in real life it feels very high quality. The leather used is very soft and supple, and the seats are supportive. The rear bench is individually adjustable and also allows the passenger behind the driver to adjust the driver's seat forwards or backwards. All in all the quality exceeds my expectations, and certainly gives a better sense of richness than in any of the Germans. Some finishing issues like the rubber surrounding the doors however, gave away that there are still some Italian blood in this car.
Once we've been introduced into the F1 flappy-paddle gearbox, we set off for a test-drive. The engine is fired into life and emanates a pleasurable growl. This engine used the F430's as a framework, so it should pack more than a punch.
400bhp, 0-100km/h in 5.2 seconds and a 275km/h top speed are just some mind-boggling figures. What translates into the road is really something immensely satisfying, even for me as a passenger. The ride is pliant and surprisingly good, though it won't waft through highways like how its German counterparts will do.
Power is evident everywhere. My dad didn't even push the car but it sailed passed 140km/h effortlessly. But as you know, speed limits prevented us from going any faster. The cabin was really quiet too; the standard Bose sound system was crystal-clear (to my ears at least).
There's also an interesting feature in the Maserati which will warn you when you exceed your desired speed limit. It's perhaps warning you not to go faster than you intended to.
The engine's sound and exhaust is just fantastic. My dad is sold on this car.
Though there's one minor niggle - the gear changes are a little jerky at auto.
We don't have such a big garage now; if we did my dad would take this car in a heartbeat. We'll be waiting for at least a year till our new house with adequate parking space will be ready...
What a pity. It's phenomenal. My favourite flagship sedan at the moment.
Some side pictures; Singapore will launch the Brera next week but we got to see it first today:
Lamborghini showroom:
Sorry for the crappy pictures. Didn't really feel good taking photos because it gave the wrong impression that we're just there to see the car 'for fun'.
For anyone who has never tried the Maserati Quattroporte before, be prepared to be impressed.
There's so many things I can say about this car, but let's not get carried away just yet.
I casually brought up a comparison with my dad, asking him which of the flagships he would choose for his next car that would complement the Phaeton. I came with the S8, 750Li, S500, XJ Super V8, the next generation LS600h and thr Maserati Quattroporte. He then contemplated for a moment and then realised, 'Hey, we haven't tried the Quattroporte yet! Want to go today?'
Of course, I said yes even though I had a terrible flu and tons of homework. So after lunch, we changed up and headed for the showroom, which is set in the middle of an industrial estate. The reason being is that the dealer was once dealing with chemicals and machinery, and now they've conglomerated their company and moved into cars.
I felt that was a bit off, because I expected the showroom to be somewhere more noticeable and exclusive. Nonetheless, the cars that it held were just fantastic. To name a few: Maserati MC12, Ferrari Enzo, Ferrari 612 Scagletti and of course the Quattroporte Sport GT.
The Quattroporte's interior never ceases to impress. In pictures the knobs and buttons may look plasticky, but in real life it feels very high quality. The leather used is very soft and supple, and the seats are supportive. The rear bench is individually adjustable and also allows the passenger behind the driver to adjust the driver's seat forwards or backwards. All in all the quality exceeds my expectations, and certainly gives a better sense of richness than in any of the Germans. Some finishing issues like the rubber surrounding the doors however, gave away that there are still some Italian blood in this car.
Once we've been introduced into the F1 flappy-paddle gearbox, we set off for a test-drive. The engine is fired into life and emanates a pleasurable growl. This engine used the F430's as a framework, so it should pack more than a punch.
400bhp, 0-100km/h in 5.2 seconds and a 275km/h top speed are just some mind-boggling figures. What translates into the road is really something immensely satisfying, even for me as a passenger. The ride is pliant and surprisingly good, though it won't waft through highways like how its German counterparts will do.
Power is evident everywhere. My dad didn't even push the car but it sailed passed 140km/h effortlessly. But as you know, speed limits prevented us from going any faster. The cabin was really quiet too; the standard Bose sound system was crystal-clear (to my ears at least).
There's also an interesting feature in the Maserati which will warn you when you exceed your desired speed limit. It's perhaps warning you not to go faster than you intended to.
The engine's sound and exhaust is just fantastic. My dad is sold on this car.
Though there's one minor niggle - the gear changes are a little jerky at auto.
We don't have such a big garage now; if we did my dad would take this car in a heartbeat. We'll be waiting for at least a year till our new house with adequate parking space will be ready...
What a pity. It's phenomenal. My favourite flagship sedan at the moment.
Some side pictures; Singapore will launch the Brera next week but we got to see it first today:
Lamborghini showroom:
Sorry for the crappy pictures. Didn't really feel good taking photos because it gave the wrong impression that we're just there to see the car 'for fun'.
For anyone who has never tried the Maserati Quattroporte before, be prepared to be impressed.
