2004 Maserati Spyder New Car Buyer's Guide

New Car Buyer's Guide  » Maserati  » 2004 Spyder   What's New for the 2004 Maserati Spyder? Cambiocorsa models equipped with Maserati’s sequential manual gearbox receive revised electronics and an improved clutch to make shifts smoother when operated in Full Auto mode. Advantages of the 2004 Maserati Spyder: Ferrari-sourced 4.2-liter V8 Cambiocorsa sequential manual transmission Can tailor to specific customer tastes Objections to the 2004 Maserati Spyder: Stereo, climate and trip computer operated through Maserati Info Center, even when there is no navigation option specified Dowdy design Editor's Advice: Trade two rear seats and a smidge of performance for open-air motoring, and you’ve got the 2004 Maserati Spyder. Based on the Maserati Coupe but sporting a shorter wheelbase and a bit of additional weight, the Maserati Spyder is powered by the same Ferrari-sourced 4.2-liter aluminum V8 engine and rear transaxle as the Coupe. Acceleration to 60 mph declines a bit to 4.9 seconds, and the top speed drops by one to 176 mph. The 2004 Maserati Spyder includes a power operated, triple-lined top equipped with a heated glass rear window. The top drops into a well behind the front seats, covered by a hard tonneau when folded. Trunk space is unchanged from the Coupe at 10.6 cubic feet, enough space to accommodate two golf bags. Other differences include the addition of fixed twin roll bars behind the front seats that are unique to the Spyder. Maserati offers the top in four standard colors, but can color-coordinate with the paint if the buyer wishes. Competition is stiff, including the BMW 6-Series Convertible, Cadillac XLR, Jaguar XKR Convertible, Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, and Porsche 911 Cabriolet, but none of these can match the primal howl supplied by the 2004 Maserati Spyder’s Ferrari V8. Zip Code:  OTHER WAYS TO SEARCH Search By Make BMW, Honda, Toyota, Lexus, etc. Advanced Search Search by features and other criteria Search By Category Convertibles, SUVs, Vans, etc. Search By Payment Find new cars that fit your monthly budget     CAR PREVIEWS & REVIEWS 2008 Maserati GranTurismo Preview Maserati expands its lineup with a gorgeous new coupe 2007 Maserati Quattroporte Automatic Sport GT An elegant luxury car gets the transmission it deserves Car Brief: Maserati Birdcage 75 Concept Life in a birdcage would be fine, just fine 2005 Maserati Quattroporte Quick Spin A world-class luxury sedan melded with a dynamic GT The Ultimate Nissan GT-R Comparison Test We determine if the Nissan GT-R lives up to its hype...literally 2008 Lexus IS F Lexus luxury at 170 mph. 2008 BMW M3 First Drive If not for outstanding competition, unrivaled 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible More power, more refinement, and better than ever 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Review The muscle car for grownups 2008 Chicago Auto Show: 2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS Porsche adds a sportier Cayenne to its SUV lineup ABOUT CARSMART "Since 1995, we've helped millions of customers get connected to a local CarSmart Accredited Dealer for up-front auto pricing and a no-hassle car and truck buying experience. We are the Internet's largest new car buying service, generating over a billion dollars a month in auto sales."

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