That's honestly not shocking at all considering a brand like Maserati put out a car starting in the $50's. The gamble lies in what that'll do to the brands exotic cachet going forward.
exactly. that's what im worried about too.. realistically, the brand is going to lose some of its exotic cachet.. now with the 'relatively' affordable ghibli.. it's still going to be a more exotic brand than the bmw's, mercedes, and audis out there, but no doubt its gonna be relatively common on the road (especially with the levante and new GT coming out soon also).That's honestly not shocking at all considering a brand like Maserati put out a car starting in the $50's. The gamble lies in what that'll do to the brands exotic cachet going forward.
Definitely, and agreed. Though, the Boxster does start at similar pricing, I think it retains more "exclusivity" merely due to its nature making it a car that won't sell like crazy, regardless of price. The Ghibli is a much more conventional and utilitarian car, so if well received by the market, can really start chipping away at that Maserati exclusivity factor.exactly. that's what im worried about too.. realistically, the brand is going to lose some of its exotic cachet.. now with the 'relatively' affordable ghibli.. it's still going to be a more exotic brand than the bmw's, mercedes, and audis out there, but no doubt its gonna be relatively common on the road (especially with the levante and new GT coming out soon also).
i would equate the brand to porsche in terms of exclusivity.. (you can get a porsche boxter for 50k).. i think eventually that's where maserati will end up.. a premium italian brand with a sexy brand name, but its not going to be a rare sight as it was before.. which in a way is a shame.. ive always been opposed to maserati coming out with the ghibli base model.. the S or SQ4 model should be the standard model
...ahh, you just gotta luv Italian designers and engineers. And that engine is a giant plus as well!I bought it because it is basically a work of art on wheels that thrills me every time I walk out to it, every time I start it up, and every time I drive it. All three of those things brings a little tingle to me that not many cars can.
Really?That's honestly not shocking at all considering a brand like Maserati put out a car starting in the $50's. The gamble lies in what that'll do to the brands exotic cachet going forward.
Where are you coming up with a starting price of $50's? They start at $67K and you would be very hard pressed to find a car or even order a custom car for under $70K. A brand with a starting price of $70K to $200K over only 3 models is pretty exclusive especially when considering the average car sells for $25K.That's honestly not shocking at all considering a brand like Maserati put out a car starting in the $50's. The gamble lies in what that'll do to the brands exotic cachet going forward.
I have seen MSRP's in the low $70Ks but not in the $60k's. Given the base price is $67K plus $1000 destination you are at $68K starting MSRP.My bad, I confused the starting price. It starts in $60's, and they are indeed very attainable in the $60's. Not only do dealers actually have some base-base models on lots, but the discounts are already starting to pile up, and will further, especially as Fiat Group get the taste of blood in terms of YOY growth, so you can expect to get cars stickering well in the $70's for $60's.