Maserati Gran Turismo on track

[FM-EVA]

Has anyone ever been around a track in a Maserati Gran Turismo sport (4.7)? I am keen to go round Donington in mine to give it some proper exercise as it does way too many short journeys and is hard to get your foot down on public roads. My local ferrari specialist has recommended I take it to a track day as the engines can get choked up.

As a car that feels very much designed to be a tourer rather than a sports car what will it be like in the corners? I dont intend to drive the wheels off it or push it too hard, but at the same time I dont want to be in the slowest 10% on the track as I will have endless cars coming behind me and have to jump out of their way the whole time.

Thanks

[Xcore]

Only one way to find out

[braddo]

You will find it will be brilliant fun because much of the track is fast and flowing and thus a heavier car like yours won't feel out of its depth.

To go easier on your brakes don't go flat out down the straight that leads to the chicane, but in the other areas of the track go at the pace you like and you don't have to be absolutely flat out to have fun - it will still feel massively faster than what you're used to on the road, and a breath of fresh air to enjoy some speed with no fear of a radar gun.

[paddy1970]

I had a GranTurismo and I don't think it will be enjoyable if you drive it to the max. However, you may enjoy your time if you drive it at 7/10.

This car is a GT and is at its best on motorways or fast A roads. It handles like a pig if you push it on twisties unless you have the MC stradale...

Edited by paddy1970 on Friday 14th October 19:18

[Mark Stevens]

Biggest thing to consider is the brakes, due to the weight they will over heat & fade if not careful. Give it ago without question you’ll enjoy it.

Never taken mine on track as it’s never entered my mind, but you’ll have a great experience.

[FM-EVA]

Thanks guys, i'll definitely be taking it round then.

[Cambs_Stuart]

It'll be a lot of fun. Try to keep the sessions to 15 minutes or so to avoid cooking the brakes.

[FM-EVA]

Cambs_Stuart said:

It'll be a lot of fun. Try to keep the sessions to 15 minutes or so to avoid cooking the brakes.

Yep will do

[Cambs_Stuart]

FM-EVA said:

Yep will do

And let us know how you get on.

[anonymous-user]

FM-EVA said:

Cambs_Stuart said:

It'll be a lot of fun. Try to keep the sessions to 15 minutes or so to avoid cooking the brakes.

Yep will do

And remember not to put the handbrake on when you come in or it will weld itself to the discs...

It's a big heavy car and you will be putting a lot more stress on it than even a spirited drive on road so 100% keep the sessions short.

Another tip is to remember to check your tyre pressures and let some air out as they go up otherwise you will kill your tyres. And also check you wheel bolts with a torque wrench, it's alarming how quickly they can work loose on a track.

Have fun and be prepared to be buzzed by some Caterhams and other lightweights!

[Matt_Tomlin1982]

get your self booked onto the 30th - i am going

[vanman1936]

Good man OP, I had a GTS and didn’t have the balls to track her.

I would reiterate what others say, don’t cook those brakes. As I am sure you know discs are eye watering my £££.

Do get brake fluid done and don’t put the parking brake on post a run as the electric ones can bind.

Please do some video and photos so we can all share in your glory.

PS will the glorious V8 pass sound limits with valves open?