Maserati's high-priced grand tourer comes in both coupe and convertible versions, called the Coupé and Spyder, respectively. Both are powered by a 390-hp, 4.2-liter V-8 developed with assistance from Ferrari, Maserati's parent company. They're available in GT or Cambiocorsa versions, Cambiocorsa referring to its computer-shifted manual transmission, which adds shift paddles to the sides of the steering column. The GT offers a normal manual transmission instead. The Bosch-developed Maserati Stability Program is standard, along with a 'Skyhook' active suspension system. The Coupé does come with a small back seat just large enough for children or dogs, while the Spyder skips the back seat altogether, instead offering a folding soft top with glass rear window. At around $90,000, the Coupé is in a class all of its own, with its closest competition being the less expensive - and less exclusive - Jaguar XKR.
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Maserati's new flagship sedan, designed by Pininfarina, is still about a year away. It will offer a 400-hp, 4.2-liter V-8, electronically controlled power steering, a 171-mph top speed, huge Brembo brakes, and the Skyhook automatic damping system called Skyhook. The interior is richly trimmed rosewood, mahogany, briarwood, or a titanium finish, and soft Poltrona Frau leather is available as an option. A Bosch-Blaupunkt-developed Multi Media System in the center of the dash will enable telematics functions and sound system controls, including those for a TV/DVD entertainment system for rear-seat occupants.
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